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Sunday, 29 March 2026  •  Issue #636

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Good morning! South Bendigo's goal-scoring star faces an anxious wait after a late injury, while Victoria's offering free public transport for all of April. Plus, the Easter Festival countdown continues.

— Nathan, Editor

At a Glance

📰 Fears for South Bendigo's 11-goal star after awkward landing on final siren

⚽ Bendigo Showgrounds Market + 5 more events

✈️ Travel & Deals: Royal Caribbean Australia cruises: South Pacific and New Zealand from Sydney or Brisbane with kids from $59 per day

🕰️ On this day in 1974: Chinese farmers discovered the Terracotta Army near Xi'an while...

Today's Bendigo

Fears for South Bendigo's 11-goal star after awkward landing on final siren

South Bendigo's Kaiden Antonowicz went down with a potential knee injury in the dying moments of the match, casting a shadow over his stellar 11-goal performance. The Bloods are now awaiting scan results to determine the extent of the damage. It's a cruel twist after such a dominant display on the field.

via Bendigo Advertiser

Free septic assessments for Goornong residents

Goornong residents can now access free septic system assessments as part of a local initiative. It's a practical opportunity for homeowners to ensure their systems are in good working order.

via Bendigo Times

Around Australia

Victorians get free public transport for a month

The Allan government is offering free public transport throughout April as petrol prices soar due to the energy shock from the Middle East conflict. It's a temporary measure to ease the surge in fuel demand across the state.

via The Guardian Australia

Around the World

Three Lebanese journalists killed in Israeli strike — The Israeli military has confirmed it killed Ali Shoeib from Hezbollah-affiliated Al Manar TV along with two other Lebanese journalists in a strike.

via BBC World

Nepal's ex-PM arrested over protest deaths — Former prime minister KP Sharma Oli and ex-home minister Ramesh Lekhak have been arrested over last year's deadly Gen Z protests crackdown.

via SBS News

What's On

What's On

Every Sunday we feature sport and outdoor activities around Bendigo.

Market

Bendigo Showgrounds Market

Prince of Wales Showgrounds, today 8:30am-2pm

Browse local goods, crafts and food at your weekly Sunday market staple.

Festival

Bendigo Easter Festival — 155th Edition

Rosalind Park & city streets, 3-6 April

80,000 Easter eggs, the world's longest dragon, and Australia's oldest regional festival.

Arts

Bendigo Easter Art Show

Bendigo Town Hall, 3-6 April

Community art show and sale with hundreds of works available to purchase.

Free

Bendigo Pottery — Australia's Oldest Working Pottery

146 Midland Hwy Epsom, daily 9am-5pm

Explore heritage kilns and beautiful grounds at this iconic working pottery.

Music

ABBA — Thank You For The Music

Ulumbarra Theatre, 2 May

Two hours of ABBA hits in a glittering live concert spectacular.

Arts

Priscilla Queen of the Desert

Ulumbarra Theatre, 14-17 May

Bendigo Theatre Company brings the glitter-fuelled musical to life on stage.

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Travel & Deals

Every Sunday we share a holiday or travel deal worth knowing about.

Royal Caribbean Australia cruises: South Pacific and New Zealand from Sydney or Brisbane with kids from $59 per day

Royal Caribbean is offering up to $850 off select Australian departure cruises aboard Anthem of the Seas (Sydney) and Voyager of the Seas (Brisbane). Itineraries cover South Pacific islands, New Zealand ports, and Airlie Beach with options from weekend breaks to longer multi-port voyages. Kids sail from just $59 per day, plus you can save an additional $150 AUD on 7-night Caribbean repositioning cruises.

💡 Book early to secure saver fares and flexible deposit options - prices rise as departure dates approach and cabins fill up.

Daily Brainteaser

🧩

What English word has three consecutive double letters?

Answer revealed at the bottom of today's edition.

Daily Games

💡 Today's Featured Game

Word Ladder

5 steps · ~2 min

WILD → TAME

Change one letter at a time · Par: 5 steps

Play Word Ladder →

Yesterday 11 people played · Average: 5.1 steps

🧠 Trivia · Arts & Literature · 7 Qs→
Which novel by F. Scott Fitzgerald is set during the Jazz Age on Long...
✏️ Crossword · 5×5 Mini→
1 Across: Tiny or petite

On This Day

Anniversary of

• Chinese farmers discovered the Terracotta Army near Xi'an while digging a well. (1974)

• The Republic of Ireland became the first country to ban smoking in all workplaces. (2004)

• The last United States troops withdrew from Vietnam as the Vietnam War wound down. (1973)

• Julius and Ethel Rosenberg were convicted of espionage for passing atomic secrets to the Soviet Union. (1951)

🎂 Born on this day: Australian supermodel and businesswoman Elle Macpherson (1964), American tennis champion Jennifer Capriati (1976), and New Zealand actress from Xena Lucy Lawless (1968).

Brainteaser Answer
Bookkeeper.

One Last Smile

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I told my plants about my problems; now they look worried too.

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