Morning PostAdelaide Monday, 4 May 2026 Β β’Β Issue #672 |
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Good morning. The state's preparing tough new penalties for fuel supply breaches, a delivery driver says police dismissed his assault claim, and we're asking whether you'd share your Medicare details by phone. β Nathan, Editor |
At a Glance π° State arms itself with instant penalties for fuel supply violations π RBG: Of Many, One + 5 more events π‘οΈ Scam Watch: The Medicare Card Photo Scam π°οΈ On this day in 1891: The shearers' strike began in Queensland, a pivotal moment in... |
Today's Adelaide South Australia's government is readying emergency laws that would let authorities issue immediate fines for fuel supply chain breaches. Courts could also jail offenders. The measures activate if shortages intensify. via 7NEWS SAA migrant worker delivering goods in Adelaide's city centre alleges officers told him his assault case was shut before he'd even provided a written statement. He says authorities didn't take him seriously. via ABC Adelaide |
Around Australia The Reserve Bank may announce another interest rate increase on Tuesday, continuing hikes begun in February. Borrowers can calculate potential mortgage impacts using online tools. via The Guardian AustraliaThe Australian driver charged through the field to claim third place at the Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix. Piastri says McLaren's prospects look promising. via ABC News |
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Whatβs On: Arts π¨ This week: Mother's Day β Second Sunday of May in Australia. Celebrate mums. Dunstan Playhouse, Adelaide Festival Centre10 Apr β 2 May Heather Mitchell shines in Suzie Miller's powerful solo play about Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg's groundbreaking legal legacy. Art Gallery of South Australia, North Terrace27 Feb β 8 Jun Australia's longest-running contemporary art survey features 24 artists exploring materials, identity and pressure under modern society. Free Art Gallery of South Australia, North Terrace15 May β 11 Oct A thousand years of textile artistry from Bali and Lombok reveals rich cross-cultural exchange and craftsmanship. Free Avital Sheffer - Convivencia: The Archaeology of IdentityContemporary exploration of cultural identity and historical coexistence through layered archaeological approaches and visual storytelling. South Australian Museum, North Terrace1 Jan β 30 Jun Where art meets nature: stunning works celebrating the beauty and precision of the natural world. Free Tandanya, 253 Grenfell Street1 Feb β 31 Dec Australia's oldest Aboriginal-owned arts centre showcases powerful exhibitions and performances celebrating Kaurna culture and Country. Got an event to share? Let us know β |
Scam Watch Every Monday we help you spot the latest scams targeting Australians. The Medicare Card Photo ScamCriminals are offering cash payments (usually $50-$200) for photos of your Medicare card, claiming it's for marketing research or to help people access bulk-billing services. In reality, they're using your Medicare details to fraudulently bill the government for medical services you never received, and you could be implicated in the fraud. This scam often spreads through social media and community groups. How to protect yourself: β Never share photos or details of your Medicare card with anyone except your doctor or pharmacy - it's illegal and you could face prosecution β Check your Medicare statement regularly through your MyGov account to spot any services you didn't receive β Report Medicare fraud to Services Australia on 1800 314 707 or through the tip-off line at servicesaustralia.gov.au π Today's Poll Would you share your Medicare number over the phone? Only with my doctorNever over the phoneπ Yesterday's Poll Which Pacific escape sounds more like your kind of trip? Fiji or Vanuatu β independent, all-inclusive resort led with 63% |
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Daily Brainteaser 𧩠What has a bottom at the top?Answer revealed at the bottom of today's edition. |
Daily Games π‘ Today's Featured Game Word Ladder 3 steps Β· ~2 min MEAD β SLAT Change one letter at a time Β· Par: 3 steps Yesterday: π§ 102 played Β Β·Β π‘ 96 played Β Β·Β βοΈ 70 played |
On This Day Anniversary of β’ The shearers' strike began in Queensland, a pivotal moment in Australian labour history. (1891) β’ Australian troops were involved in heavy fighting at Fire Support Base Coral in Vietnam. (1970) β’ Margaret Thatcher became the first female British Prime Minister. (1979) β’ Oliver North was convicted in the Iran-Contra affair. (1989) π Born on this day: Australian Olympic swimming legend Dawn Fraser (1937), Australian opera soprano Yvonne Kenny (1950), and British actress and icon Audrey Hepburn (1929). |
Brainteaser Answer
Your legs. |
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One Last Smile  Putting the shopping trolley back properly makes you feel unreasonably virtuous. Send this to a friend whoβd laugh |
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