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Morning PostBendigo Sunday, 15 March 2026 • Issue #622 |
Mostly sunny today, showers moving in tomorrow ☀️ UV 8.5 • 🌅 Sunset 7:42 PM |
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Good morning! It's a beautiful Sunday with temps hitting 31° — perfect for getting outdoors before tomorrow's cooler change. Today we remember a local racing and stunt legend, plus your weekend sport wrap. — Nathan, Editor |
At a Glance ☀️ 31°/13° — Mostly sunny today, showers moving in tomorrow 📰 From the race track to the film set: the dual career of Philip Brock ⚽ Lake Weeroona Morning Walk + 3 more events ✈️ Travel & Deals: Carnival Cruise from $67/day with up to $400 onboard credit 🕰️ On this day in 44: Julius Caesar was assassinated by Roman senators including Brutus and... |
Today's Bendigo From the race track to the film set: the dual career of Philip BrockPhilip Brock lived two remarkable lives — one on the race track at Bathurst, another performing death-defying stunts on Mad Max film sets. His legacy of speed and precision has left an indelible mark on Australian motorsport and cinema history. via Bendigo AdvertiserMedia figure Antony Catalano stood down after assault chargeThe co-owner of national newspaper company ACM has been stood down after appearing in court. Police allege he assaulted a woman and swung a clothes iron at her head. via ABC Victoria |
Around Australia Reds storm home to defeat Waratahs in thrillerQueensland kept their winning streak alive with a 26-17 victory over NSW in Super Rugby. The match came alive in the final 20 minutes after a controversial no-try call left the Waratahs fuming. via ABC NewsMelbourne gets tap-and-go on four train lines from MondayCommuters on the Craigieburn, Upfield, Ballarat and Seymour lines will finally be able to ditch their Myki cards and use tap-and-go payment technology. via The Guardian Australia |
Around the World US launches major bombing raid on Iran's Kharg Island oil facility — The US military bombed Iran's main crude export facility in what's being called one of the most powerful raids in Middle East history. via SBS News Hamas urges Iran to halt attacks on Gulf states — The Palestinian group called on its key ally to stop regional strikes while affirming Iran's right to defend itself from US and Israeli aggression. via BBC World |
What's On Sport & Outdoors Every Sunday we feature sport and outdoor activities around Bendigo. 16 Mar · FreeLake Weeroona, Monday 16 March Join locals for a gentle 3km loop around our most beautiful lake at sunrise. 19 Mar · SportBendigo Tennis Club, Thursday 19 March Try your hand with free coaching sessions and meet new hitting partners over morning tea. 21 Mar · OutdoorsGreater Bendigo National Park, Saturday 21 March Guided nature walk through spring wildflowers with expert commentary on local gold rush history. 22 Mar · CyclingBendigo Showgrounds, Sunday 22 March, 8am Leisurely 20km ride through scenic back roads, coffee stop included, all fitness levels welcome. Got an event to share? Let us know → |
Travel & Deals Every Sunday we share a holiday or travel deal worth knowing about. Carnival's 2026 local season has sailings from Sydney, Brisbane, and Melbourne — exploring the Queensland Coast, New Zealand, and the South Pacific. Book a 6+ night sailing and score $400 onboard credit per cabin, plus reduced deposits from just $50. Offer ends: 31 March 2026 💡 Shorter 3-5 night sailings still get $200 onboard credit — a great option for a first-time cruise. Have you ever been on a cruise? Hit reply and tell us about it. Just hit reply and tell us — we'll share the best answers on Tuesday. |
Daily Brainteaser 🧩 You're running a race and you pass the person in second place. What place are you in now?Answer revealed at the bottom of today's edition. |
Daily Games ✏️ Today's Featured Game Crossword 10 clues · ~3 min | 1 Across Countryside or farm-based | | 6 Across How something is employed | | 7 Across Very quick or speedy |
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On This Day Anniversary of • Julius Caesar was assassinated by Roman senators including Brutus and Cassius. (44) • Jesse W. Reno patented the first escalator. (1892) • The American Legion was founded in Paris. (1919) • The first Internet domain name, symbolics.com, was registered. (1985) 🎂 Born on this day: American guitarist and composer Ry Cooder (1947), Italian-American model and actor Fabio Lanzoni (1959), and Black Eyed Peas rapper will.i.am (1975). |
Brainteaser Answer
Second place — you overtook the person who was second, so you take their position. |
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Have a lovely Sunday. |
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