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Morning PostAdelaide Sunday, 29 March 2026 • Issue #636 |
Mostly sunny with a pleasant top of 26° ☀️ UV 8.3 • 🌅 Sunset 7:15 PM |
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Good morning! A gorgeous autumn Sunday awaits, perfect for the Showground Farmers Market. Before next weekend though, don't forget: clocks go back next Sunday as daylight saving ends. — Nathan, Editor |
At a Glance 📰 Daylight saving ends next Sunday — clocks go back one hour ⚽ Adelaide Showground Farmers Market + 4 more events ✈️ Travel & Deals: Royal Caribbean Australia cruises: South Pacific and New Zealand from Sydney or Brisbane with kids from $59 per day 🕰️ On this day in 1974: Chinese farmers discovered the Terracotta Army near Xi'an while... |
Today's Adelaide Daylight saving ends next Sunday — clocks go back one hourEarly on Sunday 5 April, clocks will wind back one hour as daylight saving time ends across South Australia, NSW, Victoria, Tasmania and the ACT. That means an extra hour of sleep next weekend — though your Sunday morning may feel a little earlier than usual for a few days after. via The Guardian SAVictoria closing in on Shield title after dramatic day threeVictoria has taken first-innings points and is in the box seat for the Sheffield Shield title after a dramatic third day against South Australia. The match was punctuated by confusion around an injury substitution rule. via ABC Adelaide |
Around Australia Oscar Piastri qualifies third for Japanese Grand PrixAustralia's Oscar Piastri will start third on the grid in Japan, behind the Mercedes duo of Kimi Antonelli and George Russell who locked out the front row. via ABC NewsFather and son riding Vespa from Australia to ItalyMario and Leonardo are tackling a 10-month pilgrimage across continents on a Vespa, dealing with numb butts, fuel challenges and unexpected joys along the way. via The Guardian Australia |
Around the World Iran-backed Houthis launch attack against Israel — Yemen's Houthi forces have joined the Middle East conflict with an attack on Israel, raising fears of Red Sea shipping disruptions that could worsen global economic conditions. via BBC World UN slavery ruling energises African Union's reparations fight — The UN's landmark vote describing the slave trade as the 'gravest crime against humanity' has given fresh momentum to the African Union's campaign for reparatory justice. via The Guardian World |
What's On What's On Every Sunday we feature sport and outdoor activities around Adelaide. FreeAdelaide Showground, Wayville, every Sunday 8:30am-12:30pm South Australia's largest farmers market with 80+ stalls of fresh local produce FreeNorth Terrace, daily 10:30am Explore 90 acres including tropical rainforest glasshouse and heritage rose gardens Free253 Grenfell Street, until 31 Dec 2026 Australia's oldest Aboriginal-owned multi-arts centre celebrating Kaurna Yarta with exhibitions and performances MusicAdelaide Entertainment Centre, 6 April Two major international rock acts bring The Big Rock Tour to Adelaide NightlifeDate TBA Dance the night away to a Shrek-themed rave experience Got an event to share? Let us know → |
Travel & Deals Every Sunday we share a holiday or travel deal worth knowing about. Royal Caribbean is offering up to $850 off select Australian departure cruises aboard Anthem of the Seas (Sydney) and Voyager of the Seas (Brisbane). Itineraries cover South Pacific islands, New Zealand ports, and Airlie Beach with options from weekend breaks to longer multi-port voyages. Kids sail from just $59 per day, plus you can save an additional $150 AUD on 7-night Caribbean repositioning cruises. 💡 Book early to secure saver fares and flexible deposit options - prices rise as departure dates approach and cabins fill up. |
Daily Brainteaser 🧩 What English word has three consecutive double letters?Answer revealed at the bottom of today's edition. |
Daily Games 💡 Today's Featured Game Word Ladder 5 steps · ~2 min WILD → TAME Change one letter at a time · Par: 5 steps Yesterday 11 people played · Average: 5.1 steps |
On This Day Anniversary of • Chinese farmers discovered the Terracotta Army near Xi'an while digging a well. (1974) • The Republic of Ireland became the first country to ban smoking in all workplaces. (2004) • The last United States troops withdrew from Vietnam as the Vietnam War wound down. (1973) • Julius and Ethel Rosenberg were convicted of espionage for passing atomic secrets to the Soviet Union. (1951) 🎂 Born on this day: Australian supermodel and businesswoman Elle Macpherson (1964), American tennis champion Jennifer Capriati (1976), and New Zealand actress from Xena Lucy Lawless (1968). |
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