Morning PostBendigo Tuesday, 28 April 2026 • Issue #666 |
Mostly sunny with a top of 25° ☀️ UV 4.2 • 🌅 Sunset 5:41 PM |
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Morning, Bendigo. A major drug discovery has put a local hotel in the headlines, and there's a chance to sharpen your online safety skills over morning tea this week. Let's get into it. — Nathan, Editor |
At a Glance 📰 Teen walks free after hotel drug haul 📍 Ambulance Victoria: Stroke awareness (FAST) + Morning Tea (Clunes) + 5 more events 💬 Vote in this week's poll 🕰️ On this day in 1945: Italian dictator Benito Mussolini was executed by Italian partisans... |
Today's Bendigo A 19-year-old has been released on bail after methamphetamine valued at $179,000 was discovered in a Bendigo hotel room. His lawyer argues he was simply in the wrong place at the wrong time. via Bendigo Advertiser🔒 paywallA fresh approach to literature sees young people gathering in nature for a book club that swaps four walls for forest. The initiative brings stories to life in the great outdoors. via Bendigo Times |
Around Australia A Noongar woman passed away from sepsis while homeless, having fled public housing weeks after giving birth to escape an allegedly abusive partner. via The Guardian AustraliaOur defence budget has dropped in global rankings despite rising international tensions, with the US, China and Russia accounting for half of worldwide military expenditure. via SBS News |
Around the World |
What’s On: Community & Learning 🤝 Learn life-saving stroke recognition skills from Ambulance Victoria paramedics, with morning tea and friendly conversation included. Practical tips to protect yourself from scams and stay secure online, with a relaxed morning tea setting. Understand your rights and get support resources in a safe, welcoming environment with afternoon tea provided. Capture the historic charm of Sovereign Hill with expert guidance on photography techniques and composition. Bendigo Pottery, 146 Midland Hwy, EpsomDaily 9am-5pm Explore heritage kilns, join pottery classes, or wander the gallery and gardens at this iconic Bendigo institution. Free Connect with service providers, discover resources, and learn about support options tailored for older Australians. Got an event to share? Let us know → |
Your Say Every Tuesday we put a question to the vote. 📊 Today's Poll Have you been down the Central Deborah Gold Mine? Yes, it was brilliantNot yet, but I want to📊 Yesterday's Poll Do you open the door to cold callers? Never led with 73% (75 votes) |
Daily Brainteaser 🧩 A ship is anchored with a rope ladder hanging over the side. The rungs are 30cm apart and six are above the waterline. The tide rises 90cm. How many rungs are now above water?Answer revealed at the bottom of today's edition. |
Daily Games 💡 Today's Featured Game Word Ladder 3 steps · ~2 min BIDE → SAKE Change one letter at a time · Par: 3 steps Yesterday: 🧠 66 played · 💡 44 played · ✏️ 54 played |
On This Day Anniversary of • Italian dictator Benito Mussolini was executed by Italian partisans near Lake Como. (1945) • Martin Bryant was captured by police after the Port Arthur massacre, Australia's worst mass shooting. (1996) • The Occupation of Japan formally ended as the Treaty of San Francisco came into effect. (1952) • Australian forces began their deployment to South Vietnam, with the first contingent of combat troops arriving. (1965) 🎂 Born on this day: American television host Jay Leno (1950), Spanish actress Penelope Cruz (1974), and American actress Jessica Alba (1981). |
Brainteaser Answer
Still six — the ship rises with the tide. |
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One Last Smile  The Bendigo Tram knows to slow down for the View Street photo opportunity. Send this to a friend who’d laugh |
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