Morning PostBendigo Monday, 13 April 2026 • Issue #651 |
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Good morning! Documents the state tried to keep quiet show a major social housing project is way over budget. Plus, local footy fans witnessed four nail-biters on the weekend, and today we're asking: would you send money to an online love interest? — Nathan, Editor |
At a Glance 📰 State housing program hit by major cost overrun 🎨 CURIOSITY: Building Breakthroughs in LEGO Bricks + 2 more events 🛡️ Scam Watch: Romance Scams on Dating Sites 🕰️ On this day in 1945: Allied forces liberated the Bergen-Belsen concentration camp in... |
Today's Bendigo Documents Victoria's government fought to keep hidden show a flagship social housing program is facing serious budget trouble, two years after being announced. The revelations came through freedom of information requests. via ABC VictoriaFresh visitor statistics suggest Bendigo's tourism sector may be turning a corner, offering hope for local businesses and attractions after challenging times. via Bendigo TimesThe opening round of local football delivered drama, with four matches decided by single-digit margins. Tipping experts were left scratching their heads after the unpredictable results. via Bendigo Advertiser🔒 paywall |
Around Australia Concerns about Middle East tensions driving up food prices have Australians loading up on beans, rice and long-life essentials. via The Guardian AustraliaOlympic silver medallist recovered from a shocking tumble in the 1500m to win the 5000m at the national athletics titles. via ABC News |
Around the World |
What's On Arts & Exhibitions Every Monday we spotlight arts and exhibitions worth seeing around Bendigo. ExhibitionDiscovery Science & Technology Centre, until 29 Nov Major exhibit exploring creativity through LEGO while the Art Gallery undergoes its major renovation. ClassWombat Park Estate, Daylesford Escape to the countryside and develop your landscape painting skills in beautiful surroundings. ClassLocal venue Make new friends while creating something special with your hands. Got an event to share? Let us know → |
Scam Watch Every Monday we help you spot the latest scams targeting Australians. Romance Scams on Dating SitesCriminals create fake profiles on dating websites and social media to build romantic relationships with victims over weeks or months. Once trust is established, they fabricate emergencies or opportunities, asking for money transfers, gift cards, or personal financial information to help with their 'crisis' or to meet in person. How to protect yourself: ✓ Never send money, gift cards, or personal financial details to someone you've only met online ✓ Be wary of people who quickly profess love or avoid phone/video calls ✓ Do a reverse image search on their photos - scammers often steal pictures from other people's profiles ✓ Meet in person in a public place before developing deeper feelings or trust |
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Daily Brainteaser 🧩 What is seen in the middle of March and April that can't be seen at the beginning or end of either month?Answer revealed at the bottom of today's edition. |
Daily Games 💡 Today's Featured Game Word Ladder 3 steps · ~2 min WERE → WAND Change one letter at a time · Par: 3 steps Yesterday: 🧠 77 played · 💡 47 played · ✏️ 49 played |
On This Day Anniversary of • Allied forces liberated the Bergen-Belsen concentration camp in Germany. (1945) • An oxygen tank exploded on Apollo 13, forcing NASA to abort the moon landing mission. (1970) • Cyclone Trixie crossed the Northern Territory coast near Darwin, causing significant damage but no deaths. (1977) • The United States dropped the largest non-nuclear bomb, the MOAB, on an ISIS tunnel complex in Afghanistan. (2017) 🎂 Born on this day: Australian cricket captain Greg Chappell (1948), American actor Ron Perlman (1950), and Russian chess grandmaster Garry Kasparov (1963). |
Brainteaser Answer
The letter R. |
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One Last Smile  Peak autumn is needing a jumper at breakfast and a T-shirt by lunch. Send this to a friend who’d laugh |
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