Morning PostAdelaide Thursday, 16 April 2026 • Issue #654 |
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Good morning! A former Adelaide student has become the first Australian convicted under landmark deepfake laws, while the AFL releases its full reasoning on the Butters decision. Plus, we're asking: do you shop around for insurance? — Nathan, Editor |
At a Glance 📰 Adelaide man first convicted under new deepfake laws 📍 RBG: Of Many, One + 5 more events 💰 Money Matters: Review Your Home and Car Insurance Every Year 🕰️ On this day in 1943: Swiss chemist Albert Hofmann accidentally discovered the psychedelic... |
Today's Adelaide William Yeates has admitted creating fake intimate images, making him the first person in the country convicted under new federal legislation targeting digitally manipulated pornography. The case marks a landmark prosecution. via 7NEWS SAOfficials say they had enough evidence to conclude Zak Butters used abusive language toward umpire Nick Foot. The tribunal's written reasoning has now been made public. via ABC AdelaideFormer candidates claim the party enriched itself at their cost, while insiders describe dysfunction at Brisbane headquarters. The party has collected millions in public funding. via The Guardian SA |
Around Australia Rebecca Henderson has claimed 13 straight national cross-country titles and remains unbeaten this season. She says she's at peace knowing her dominance won't continue indefinitely. via ABC NewsThe tech giant has committed to nine Australian renewable projects to power its data centres as part of its 2040 net zero goal. via The Guardian Australia |
Around the World |
What's On ArtsDunstan Playhouse, until 2 May Heather Mitchell brings Ruth Bader Ginsburg to life in Suzie Miller's acclaimed solo show. FreeArt Gallery of SA, until 8 Jun Australia's longest-running contemporary art survey features 24 artists exploring pressure and resilience. FestivalVictoria Square + venues, 8-17 May Over 150 food events across 10 days including a free Town Square hub. MusicAdelaide Entertainment Centre, 11 May The pop and soul star performs his biggest hits in Adelaide. ArtsHer Majesty's Theatre, 20-24 May Richard Roxburgh leads this award-winning comedy in a strictly limited five-day season. MusicAdelaide Entertainment Centre, 25 May The legendary Kiwi-Australian rock band returns with their classic hits. Got an event to share? Let us know → |
Money Matters Every Thursday we share a practical money tip. Review Your Home and Car Insurance Every YearLoyalty doesn't pay when it comes to insurance — premiums often creep up while your coverage needs may have changed. Take an hour each year to compare quotes and check if you're over-insured on items like contents or vehicles that have depreciated. You might save hundreds of dollars, and ensure your excess levels still suit your budget. Source: ASIC MoneySmart 📊 Today's Poll Do you shop around for insurance each year? Every yearSet and forget📊 Yesterday's Poll Could you stand on one leg for 30 seconds? Easy led with 63% (76 votes) |
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Daily Brainteaser 🧩 What English word keeps the same pronunciation even after you remove four of its five letters?Answer revealed at the bottom of today's edition. |
Daily Games 💡 Today's Featured Game Word Ladder 2 steps · ~2 min FEAR → DEAD Change one letter at a time · Par: 2 steps Yesterday: 🧠 62 played · 💡 48 played · ✏️ 38 played |
On This Day Anniversary of • Swiss chemist Albert Hofmann accidentally discovered the psychedelic effects of LSD. (1943) • Apollo 16 launched from Kennedy Space Center, carrying astronauts to the moon's Descartes Highlands. (1972) • Australian forces landed at Tarakan Island in Borneo, beginning the first stage of the Borneo Campaign. (1945) • The bodies of Australian and Dutch MH17 victims arrived in the Netherlands after the plane was shot down over Ukraine. (2014) 🎂 Born on this day: British silent film legend Charlie Chaplin (1889), Australian Midnight Oil frontman Peter Garrett (1953), and British actress Gina McKee (1964). |
Brainteaser Answer
Queue — remove the 'u, e, u, e' and the 'Q' still sounds the same. |
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One Last Smile  The pie floater cart still draws a queue, no matter the hour. Send this to a friend who’d laugh |
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