Morning PostAdelaide Thursday, 23 April 2026 • Issue #661 |
Sunny day ahead, UV moderate ☀️ UV 5.1 • 🌅 Sunset 5:42 PM |
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Good morning! Trust in SA's electoral body continues its downward slide, while a mouse invasion spreads across farming regions. In Money Matters today: do you tackle your own tax return, or hand it to the pros? — Nathan, Editor |
At a Glance 📰 Public trust erodes as SA electoral body stays silent 📍 FREE face painting for kids every Saturday + 5 more events 💰 Money Matters: Understanding the Senior Australians Tax Offset 🕰️ On this day in 1967: Soviet cosmonaut Vladimir Komarov died when Soyuz 1 crashed on... |
Today's Adelaide South Australia's electoral commission faces mounting criticism for its lack of transparency during an ongoing crisis. Officials have provided minimal information as confidence in their capacity to run elections continues to decline. via ABC AdelaideA disability support worker has been arrested over allegations he sexually assaulted a vulnerable client while on the job. The alleged incidents occurred during his employment providing care services. via 7NEWS SAGrain growers are battling an escalating rodent infestation, with some WA properties recording 4,000 burrows per hectare. SA farmers report surging numbers as the problem spreads eastward across agricultural zones. via The Guardian SA |
Around Australia Former Wallabies captain David Pocock has slammed the government's gambling reform package, arguing it doesn't adequately protect vulnerable Australians from the industry's reach. via ABC NewsNSW and Queensland failed to deliver infrastructure improvements meant to boost water flows to parched wetlands, an independent review has revealed. via The Guardian Australia |
Around the World |
What’s On: Markets & Dining 🛒 This week: ANZAC Day — Dawn services, remembrance. Respectful and solemn tone. Lest we forget. This weekend Bring the grandkids for complimentary face painting every Saturday morning at Adelaide's beloved Central Market. FreeFamilyDaytime Adelaide Showground, Rose Terrace, WayvilleAdelaide Showground, Rose Terrace, Wayville · Every Sunday 8:30am-12:30pm South Australia's largest farmers market with 80+ stalls of fresh seasonal produce direct from local farms. FreeDaytimeOutdoorFamily Monthly favourites 44-60 Gouger Street, Adelaide CBD44-60 Gouger Street, Adelaide CBD · Every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday One of the Southern Hemisphere's largest undercover fresh produce markets with 70+ traders since 1869. FreeDaytimeSenior friendly Enjoy complimentary live music every Friday evening while you browse the stalls at Adelaide Central Market. FreeEvening Food festivals ahead Victoria Square/Tarntanyangga + venues across SAVictoria Square/Tarntanyangga + venues across SA · 2026-05-08 to 2026-05-17 Australia's longest-running food festival with 150+ events over 10 days plus a free Town Square hub. FreeDaytimeSenior friendly Celebrate South Australia's renowned wine region at this winter showcase of local and interstate producers. Booking required Got an event to share? Let us know → |
Money Matters Every Thursday we share a practical money tip. Understanding the Senior Australians Tax OffsetIf you're over Age Pension age, you may be entitled to the Seniors and Pensioners Tax Offset (SAPTO), which can reduce your tax bill or increase your tax-free threshold to over $32,000. It's automatically applied when you lodge your tax return, but it's worth understanding how it works, especially if you have part-time work or investment income. Check the ATO website for eligibility and how it affects your circumstances. Source: Australian Taxation Office 📊 Today's Poll Do your own tax return or use an accountant? DIYAccountant📊 Yesterday's Poll Phone call or face-to-face — how do you prefer to catch up? Face-to-face led with 73% (59 votes) |
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Daily Brainteaser 🧩 The day before yesterday I was 21. Next year I'll be 24. When is my birthday?Answer revealed at the bottom of today's edition. |
Daily Games ✏️ Today's Featured Game Crossword 10 clues · ~3 min | 1 Across Device to hold things firmly together | | 6 Across Tag showing contents or price | | 7 Across Follow or comply with rules |
Yesterday: 🧠 63 played · 💡 48 played · ✏️ 40 played |
On This Day Anniversary of • Soviet cosmonaut Vladimir Komarov died when Soyuz 1 crashed on re-entry, becoming the first human spaceflight fatality. (1967) • A Japanese tour group was attacked by a saltwater crocodile at Kakadu National Park, sparking debate about tourist safety. (1988) • The first video was uploaded to YouTube by co-founder Jawed Karim. (2005) • Australian runner John Landy broke the four-minute mile barrier in Turku, Finland, just 46 days after Roger Bannister's historic feat. (1954) 🎂 Born on this day: English playwright and poet William Shakespeare (1564), Australian actress Judy Davis (1955), and American child star Shirley Temple (1928). |
Brainteaser Answer
31 December — and today is 1 January. Yesterday (31 Dec) you turned 22, so the day before yesterday you were still 21. This year you'll turn 23, next year 24. |
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One Last Smile  Glenelg Beach in April means watching tourists brave water we wouldn't touch yet. Send this to a friend who’d laugh |
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