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Morning PostBendigo Wednesday, 25 March 2026 • Issue #632 |
Shower or two. Possible storm ☀️ UV 7.5 • 🌅 Sunset 7:27 PM |
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Good morning Bendigo. A fatal crash has closed a local road, but there's also an inspiring story of resilience from a refugee camp survivor who's just won a coveted medical award right here in our city. — Nathan, Editor |
At a Glance ⛈️ 28°/15° — Shower or two. Possible storm 📰 Fatal crash closes Huntly-Fosterville Road 🎵 Central Deborah Gold Mine — Underground Tours + 4 more events 💪 Health & Wellness: Small Steps Add Up to Big Health Benefits 🕰️ On this day in 1957: The Treaty of Rome was signed, establishing the European Economic... |
Today's Bendigo Fatal crash closes Huntly-Fosterville RoadPolice are investigating after a car crashed into a tree, leaving one person dead. The road will remain closed for a lengthy time as officers piece together what happened. Authorities are asking anyone with information to come forward. via Bendigo AdvertiserSafer battery disposal options rolled outNew measures are being introduced to make battery and electronics disposal safer across the region. The initiative aims to reduce fire risks and environmental hazards from improperly discarded batteries. via Bendigo Times |
Around Australia Liberal preferences delivered One Nation SA seatsPolitical analysts say Liberal party preferences handed Pauline Hanson's One Nation at least two upper house seats and likely one or more lower house seats in South Australia's recent election. via The Guardian AustraliaAustralia-EU trade deal signed despite criticismA $10 billion free trade agreement with the European Union has been finalised after eight years of negotiations, though meat exporters say they've been "profoundly let down" by the terms. via SBS News |
Around the World Russia launches record drone attack on Ukraine — Russia launched 948 drones at Ukraine in the largest attack over a 24-hour period, damaging residential buildings across western cities and injuring many. via BBC World Rare mountain gorilla twins born in DRC — A second set of mountain gorilla twins has been born in Virunga national park, just two months after another pair was discovered in what conservationists call an extraordinary event. via The Guardian World |
What's On What's On Every Wednesday we highlight live music and entertainment around Bendigo. ExhibitionCentral Deborah Gold Mine, 76 Violet St, Daily 9:30am-5pm Descend 20 storeys into Bendigo's last commercial gold mine with hard hat and headlamp provided. Free146 Midland Hwy, Epsom, Daily 9am-5pm Explore heritage kilns, try pottery yourself, and browse the gallery at this iconic site. FamilyTramways Depot, 1 Tramways Ave, Daily (check timetable) Ride vintage talking trams with recorded commentary on Bendigo's gold rush history. Exhibition5-11 Bridge St, Daily 9:30am-5pm See Loong, the world's oldest imperial dragon, and discover Chinese goldfields heritage. FestivalBendigo CBD, 3-6 April Australia's oldest festival featuring the famous Chinese dragon procession and carnival celebrations. Got an event to share? Let us know → |
Health & Wellness Every Wednesday we share a tip for living well. Small Steps Add Up to Big Health BenefitsAustralian research shows that breaking up your day with just 2-3 minute walks every hour can significantly improve blood sugar levels and reduce joint stiffness. You don't need to walk for 30 minutes straight - parking further away, taking the stairs, or walking to the letterbox all count towards your daily activity goal. Source: Australian Department of Health |
Daily Brainteaser 🧩 If you have me, you want to share me. If you share me, you no longer have me. What am I?Answer revealed at the bottom of today's edition. |
Daily Games 🧠 Today's Featured Game Trivia Sport · 7 questions · ~2 min Which country hosted the 2000 Summer Olympics? | A) Greece | | B) Australia | | C) China | | D) United States |
Yesterday 10 people played · Average score: 5/7 |
On This Day Anniversary of • The Treaty of Rome was signed, establishing the European Economic Community. (1957) • Saudi Arabia began military intervention in Yemen against Houthi rebels. (2015) • The European Union banned British beef exports due to concerns over mad cow disease. (1996) • Civil rights marchers led by Martin Luther King Jr. completed their march from Selma to Montgomery, Alabama. (1965) 🎂 Born on this day: British singer-songwriter and pianist Elton John (1947), American Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin (1942), and American actress from Sex and the City Sarah Jessica Parker (1965). |
Brainteaser Answer
A secret. |
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One Last Smile  The biscuit tin's been in the same spot for twenty years, same as us. Send this to a friend who’d laugh |
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