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Saturday, 16 May 2026  •  Issue #684

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Good morning. Eight arrests at a controversial redevelopment site, quick-thinking tradies come to the rescue of two dogs, and McLaren Vale swaps pizza for tacos — here's your Saturday briefing.

— Nathan, Editor

At a Glance

📰 Protesters detained at controversial golf course site

📍 Adelaide Botanic Garden — Free Guided Tours + 5 more events

🍳 Recipe of the Week: Creamy Tuna Mornay Pasta Bake

🕰️ On this day in 1975: Junko Tabei became the first woman to reach the summit of Mount...

Today's Adelaide

Protesters detained at controversial golf course site

Police took eight people into custody yesterday morning at the North Adelaide Golf Course, where redevelopment plans continue to draw opposition.

via ABC Adelaide

Tradies free panting dogs from locked car

A worker at Davoren Park called police after spotting two dogs trapped without water in a hot vehicle. Tensions ran high as the concerned tradies waited for authorities to arrive and free the animals.

via 7NEWS SA

McLaren Vale restaurant goes Mexican for winter

Joe's at Sabella is trading its pizza menu for authentic Mexican fare, complete with caviar guacamole and mezcal nights. The church venue's new identity as Joe's Mexico City Kitchen launches this winter.

via Glam Adelaide

Around Australia

Canberra allocates $40m to fix airline complaints

The federal government will spend nearly forty million dollars overhauling consumer protections after widespread flight cancellation chaos.

via ABC News

Delta's Eurovision odds surge after semi-final

Goodrem's performance of Eclipse has pushed Australia to second favourite in betting markets.

via The Guardian Australia

Around the World

Trump urges Taiwan restraint after Xi meeting — The US president called for both sides to cool tensions over the self-governing island following his summit with.

via BBC World

Ebola claims 65 lives in Congo outbreak — Health officials say the Bundibugyo virus strain is responsible, with Uganda also reporting cases in the region.

via The Guardian World

What’s On: Weekends Out 🌲

North Terrace, Adelaide

Adelaide Botanic Garden — Free Guided Tours

Every day 10:30am

Discover 90 acres of heritage gardens, tropical glasshouse and rose collections on a free daily tour.

Free
War Memorial Drive, North Adelaide (Torrens)

parkrun Adelaide

Every Saturday 8am

Join a welcoming 5km walk or run along the River Torrens every Saturday morning.

Free
Frome Road, Adelaide

Adelaide Zoo

1 Jan 2025 – 31 Dec

Meet giant pandas, giraffes and 2,400 animals with daily keeper talks just 15 minutes from town.

Adelaide Oval, War Memorial Drive

Adelaide Oval Stadium Tour

1 Jan 2025 – 31 Dec

Step onto the hallowed turf and explore players' rooms on this 90-minute behind-the-scenes tour.

Autumn colours at Mount Lofty Botanic Garden

28 Mar 2026 - 31 May 2026

Catch the final weekend of stunning autumn foliage displays at Mount Lofty's cooler-climate gardens.

Illuminate Adelaide - Night Visions

1 Jul 2026 - 19 Jul 2026

Mark your calendar for this magical after-dark illumination experience transforming the Botanic Garden in July.

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Recipe of the Week

Every Saturday we share a recipe worth trying.

Creamy Tuna Mornay Pasta Bake

Serves 4-6 · 40 minutes

This economical weeknight favourite brings back memories of family dinners. It's perfect for using up pantry staples and can easily be doubled to feed a crowd or provide leftovers.

375g pasta shells or macaroni, 2 x 425g cans tuna in springwater, drained, 60g butter, ⅓ cup plain flour, 3 cups milk, 1½ cups grated tasty cheese, 1 cup frozen peas, ½ cup breadcrumbs, 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, Salt and pepper to taste

Method

1. Cook pasta according to packet directions until just tender. Drain and return to pot.

2. Meanwhile, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk, stirring constantly until sauce thickens—about 5 minutes.

3. Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup of cheese until melted. Season well with salt and pepper.

4. Add tuna, peas, and parsley to pasta, then pour over cheese sauce and mix gently. Transfer to a greased baking dish.

5. Combine remaining cheese with breadcrumbs and sprinkle over the top. Bake at 180°C for 20-25 minutes until golden and bubbling.

6. Serve with a simple green salad or steamed vegetables on the side.

📊 Today's Poll

Tuna mornay or spag bol for a quick weeknight dinner?

Tuna mornaySpag bol

Daily Brainteaser

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How many months of the year have 28 days?

Answer revealed at the bottom of today's edition.

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On This Day

Anniversary of

• Junko Tabei became the first woman to reach the summit of Mount Everest. (1975)

• Australia celebrated the Bicentennial with the arrival of the First Fleet re-enactment. (1988)

• The Chinese Cultural Revolution was launched. (1966)

• The first Academy Awards ceremony was held in Hollywood. (1929)

🎂 Born on this day: American pop star Janet Jackson (1966), Irish actor James Bond Pierce Brosnan (1953), and Australian model The Pleasure Machine Gabrielle Richens (1974).

Brainteaser Answer
All twelve — every month has at least 28.

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