Morning PostAdelaide Wednesday, 8 April 2026 Β β’Β Issue #646 |
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Good morning! Olympic cyclist Rohan Dennis has spoken publicly for the first time since his wife's death, while an Adelaide army reservist faces serious charges. Plus, AFL Gather Round starts tomorrow β the city's about to get very busy. β Nathan, Editor |
At a Glance π° Dennis speaks out following wife's death π AFL Gather Round + 3 more events πͺ Health & Wellness: Strength Training Twice a Week Keeps Bones Strong π°οΈ On this day in 1973: Pablo Picasso, Spanish artist and co-founder of Cubism, died at age... |
Today's Adelaide Olympic cyclist Rohan Dennis has broken his silence about the death of his wife Melissa Hoskins, telling followers he loved her and never intended to harm her. He says he and his children have since faced harassment and stalking. Dennis's car struck Hoskins outside their home in December 2023. via ABC AdelaideA 16-year-old surfer says he'd only been in the water for a few minutes when a shark bit his foot, prompting him to scramble back to shore. Oliver Tokic-Bensley told reporters he 'just legged it' after the attack off the South Australian coast. via The Guardian SA |
Around Australia Recently retired rugby union player Mel Kawa says she regularly broke down in tears over being paid just $2,000 to play the sport she loved. Her experience highlights ongoing pay gaps in women's elite sport. via ABC NewsA student is facing misconduct action after allegedly posting a video of RMIT's defence research centre to a pro-Palestine social media account, claiming the university is 'complicit in genocide'. via The Guardian Australia |
Around the World |
What's On SportAdelaide Oval & venues across Adelaide, 9-12 Apr All 18 clubs, 9 matches, 4 days β the biggest footy weekend of the year starts tomorrow ArtsDunstan Playhouse, 10 Apr-2 May Heather Mitchell stars in this solo play about Ruth Bader Ginsburg by the Prima Facie playwright ArtsDunstan Playhouse, 8-30 May Oscar Wilde's comedy reimagined with an all-South Australian cast WellnessVarious venues, date TBA Explore mindfulness and meditation practices from traditions around the world Got an event to share? Let us know β |
Health & Wellness Every Wednesday we share a tip for living well. Strength Training Twice a Week Keeps Bones StrongJust two 30-minute strength training sessions per week can help prevent bone loss and reduce fracture risk by up to 15%. You can start with resistance bands, light weights, or bodyweight exercises like wall push-ups - the key is consistency rather than intensity. Source: Osteoporosis Australia |
Daily Brainteaser 𧩠The more you take, the more you leave behind. What are they?Answer revealed at the bottom of today's edition. |
Daily Games βοΈ Today's Featured Game Crossword 10 clues Β· ~3 min | 1 Across Theatre production or crisis | | 6 Across James Dean without a cause | | 7 Across Cancel a mission |
Yesterday: π§ 49 played Β Β·Β π‘ 38 played Β Β·Β βοΈ 36 played |
On This Day Anniversary of β’ Pablo Picasso, Spanish artist and co-founder of Cubism, died at age 91 in Mougins, France. (1973) β’ Advance Australia Fair was proclaimed as Australia's national anthem by Governor-General Sir Ninian Stephen. (1983) β’ World Expo 88 opened in Brisbane, attracting more than 15 million visitors over six months. (1988) β’ Former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher died following a stroke at age 87. (2013) π Born on this day: British musician Julian Lennon (1963), American actress Robin Wright (1966), and English darts champion Trina Gulliver (1969). |
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Footsteps. |
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