Morning PostBendigo Thursday, 14 May 2026 • Issue #682 |
Sunny and pleasant with light UV ☀️ UV 3.1 • 🌅 Sunset 5:25 PM |
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Good morning! A big vote looms on bringing cars back to Hargreaves Mall after nearly half a century, while a local emergency nurse fights to stay in Australia. Plus your weekend market picks inside. — Nathan, Editor |
At a Glance 📰 Hospital worker at risk of removal over child's disability 📍 Bendigo Showgrounds Market + 4 more events 💰 Money Matters: Your Age Pension Entitlement Might Change With Your Assets 🕰️ On this day in 1948: Israel declared independence as a nation. |
Today's Bendigo A Bendigo emergency department nurse and her family could be deported within weeks because her six-year-old son has a developmental delay, despite her essential frontline role. via ABC VictoriaThe LVFNL Maroons have pulled off a major recruiting win with Gary Ablett committing to the team. Officials say the signing will energise the local competition. via Bendigo TimesBendigo's central shopping strip could see cars for the first time in 44 years under a proposal councillors will vote on soon. The controversial plan would reverse the long-standing pedestrian-only policy. via Bendigo Advertiser🔒 paywall |
Around Australia Economists predict home prices may drop up to 5 per cent following federal tax changes aimed at improving affordability for younger buyers. via ABC NewsAustralia Palestine Advocacy Network says criticism of Israel is routinely misrepresented as antisemitic – and that Palestinian voices are being excluded from debateGet our <a. via The Guardian Australia |
Around the World |
What’s On: Markets & Dining 🛒 Prince of Wales Showgrounds, Holmes RoadEvery Sunday 8:30am-2pm Browse food, crafts and local goods at this relaxed weekly Sunday market with plenty of parking. Free Historic Melbourne market offering fresh produce, gourmet foods and specialty goods in a vibrant atmosphere. 227 Breen Street, Golden Square2nd Saturday of each month 9am-12:30pm Buy direct from local growers and makers at this accredited farmers market supporting Bendigo Foodshare. Free Celebrate midwinter with festive high tea at Stamford Plaza, complete with seasonal treats and elegant surroundings. Sample premium wines and vineyard produce at Melbourne's annual celebration of wine culture and local producers. Got an event to share? Let us know → |
🍴 New to the Table Freshly opened in Bendigo CafeIvanhoe Port Melbourne's beloved focaccia specialist opens its second location with house-baked bread and signature sandwiches. via sitchu.com.au → |
Money Matters Every Thursday we share a practical money tip. Your Age Pension Entitlement Might Change With Your AssetsThe Age Pension uses both an income test and assets test to determine your eligibility and payment amount, and the thresholds change regularly. Even small changes to your assets or living arrangements can affect what you receive. It's worth using the Services Australia online estimator or booking an appointment to review your entitlements every year or two. Source: Services Australia 📊 Today's Poll Do you know your full pension entitlement? Yes, checked recentlyNot sure📊 Yesterday's Poll Do you sleep better after spending time in the sun? Definitely led with 70% (67 votes) |
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Daily Brainteaser 🧩 Take 1000. Add 40. Add another 1000. Add 30. Add another 1000. Add 20. Add another 1000. Add 10. What's the total?Answer revealed at the bottom of today's edition. |
Daily Games ✏️ Today's Featured Game Crossword 10 clues · ~3 min | 1 Across Stage play or TV series | | 6 Across Countryside or farming area | | 7 Across Stadium or sports venue |
Yesterday: 🧠 104 played · 💡 89 played · ✏️ 75 played |
On This Day Anniversary of • Israel declared independence as a nation. (1948) • Australia's first space satellite, WRESAT, ceased transmission after seven years. (1973) • The Returned Services League headquarters in Melbourne was bombed. (1987) • Edward Jenner administered the first smallpox vaccination. (1796) 🎂 Born on this day: American filmmaker Star Wars George Lucas (1944), Australian actress Oscar winner Cate Blanchett (1969), and American tech entrepreneur Facebook Mark Zuckerberg (1984). |
Brainteaser Answer
4100. Most people rush and miscalculate to 5000. |
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One Last Smile  The Conservatory Gardens in Rosalind Park bloom whether we visit them or not. Send this to a friend who’d laugh |
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