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Morning PostAdelaide Thursday, 26 March 2026 • Issue #633 |
A shower or two expected today ☀️ UV 7.4 • 🌅 Sunset 7:19 PM |
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Good morning! A major shake-up in state cabinet sees Chris Picton moved out of health, while soaring fuel prices are pushing more Aussies toward electric cars. Plus: are you salary sacrificing into super? — Nathan, Editor |
At a Glance 🌧️ 21°/15° — A shower or two expected today 📰 Picton replaced as health minister in cabinet reshuffle 🛒 Adelaide Biennial: Yield Strength + 5 more events 💰 Money Matters: Maximise Your Super with Salary Sacrifice Before You Retire 🕰️ On this day in 1979: The Camp David Accords were signed by Egypt and Israel, formally... |
Today's Adelaide Picton replaced as health minister in cabinet reshufflePremier Peter Malinauskas has unveiled his second-term cabinet with significant changes. Chris Picton has been moved out of the health portfolio and replaced by the former education minister. The shake-up comes as Labor settles into its second term. via ABC AdelaideCrossbench MPs pressure government over gas export taxCrossbench MPs are ramping up pressure on Labor to introduce a gas export tax as the fuel crisis continues. The push comes amid ongoing concerns about domestic energy supply and pricing. via The Guardian SA |
Around Australia Former Brisbane Lion becomes first openly gay AFL playerLeigh Ryswyk has become the first openly gay AFL player, past or present. The former Brisbane Lions player's announcement marks a historic moment for the sport. via ABC NewsSoaring fuel prices drive electric car sales surgeSales of EVs and hybrids have jumped since the Iran conflict sent oil prices soaring. Many Australians say it's now 'crazy not to' consider electric with fuel rationing a real possibility. via The Guardian Australia |
Around the World Meta and YouTube found liable in social media addiction trial — A US court has awarded a woman $3 million in a landmark verdict that could affect hundreds of other cases. via BBC World |
What's On What's On Every Thursday we feature markets and food events around Adelaide. FreeArt Gallery of South Australia, until 8 Jun 24 artists explore how materials, identity and society respond under pressure FreeTandanya, 253 Grenfell Street, until 31 Dec Australia's oldest Aboriginal-owned multi-arts centre celebrates Kaurna Yarta FreeSouth Australian Museum, until 30 Jun Where nature, science and art beautifully intersect FreeNorth Terrace, daily at 10:30am 90 acres including tropical rainforest glasshouse and rose garden MusicAdelaide Entertainment Centre, 6 Apr The Big Rock Tour brings two major international acts FamilyAdelaide Oval, daily tours available 90-minute behind-the-scenes access including 1911 hand-operated scoreboard Got an event to share? Let us know → |
🍴 New to the Table Freshly opened in Adelaide Gelato & BakeryNorth Adelaide Messina's third Adelaide spot teams up with Shadow Baking in a dual-brand sweet treat HQ via sitchu.com.au → |
Money Matters Every Thursday we share a practical money tip. Maximise Your Super with Salary Sacrifice Before You RetireSource: Australian Taxation Office |
Daily Brainteaser 🧩 What word is always spelled incorrectly in every dictionary?Answer revealed at the bottom of today's edition. |
Daily Games 💡 Today's Featured Game Word Ladder 3 steps · ~2 min LIME → MINT Change one letter at a time · Par: 3 steps Play Word Ladder → |
On This Day Anniversary of • The Camp David Accords were signed by Egypt and Israel, formally ending 30 years of war. (1979) • Thirty-nine members of the Heaven's Gate cult died in a mass suicide in California. (1997) • Vladimir Putin was elected President of Russia for the first time. (2000) • The Melissa computer virus was released, infecting millions of computers worldwide. (1999) 🎂 Born on this day: American Motown singer and performer Diana Ross (1944), American actor who played Spock Leonard Nimoy (1931), and British actress and star Keira Knightley (1985). |
Brainteaser Answer The word 'incorrectly.' |
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One Last Smile  The Glenelg tram somehow feels slower on the way back from the beach. Send this to a friend who’d laugh |
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