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Morning PostAdelaide Tuesday, 31 March 2026 • Issue #638 |
Mostly sunny with a top of 30° ☀️ UV 7.3 • 🌅 Sunset 7:12 PM |
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Good morning! A coroner's report into a paramedic's 'man flu' comments has sparked calls for change at SA Ambulance, while fuel shortages continue to hit Adelaide service stations. Plus, don't forget — clocks go back this Sunday. — Nathan, Editor |
At a Glance 📰 Paramedic failed to meet standards with 'man flu' comments, coroner finds 📚 A Day To Remember & Papa Roach + 4 more events 💬 Vote in this week's poll 🕰️ On this day in 1986: A fire at the Hampton Court Palace in London caused extensive damage... |
Today's Adelaide Paramedic failed to meet standards with 'man flu' comments, coroner findsA coroner has recommended SA Ambulance Service consider an inclusive language program after an inquest heard an Indian national was told he was overreacting with 'man flu' comments. The finding comes after a detailed investigation into the paramedic's response and language used during the call-out. via ABC AdelaideDaylight saving ends Sunday — here's what you need to knowEarly on Sunday 5 April, clocks will go back one hour as daylight saving time ends in South Australia and the eastern states. It means an extra hour of sleep this weekend, with sunset times shifting earlier from Monday onwards. via The Guardian SA |
Around Australia Matildas hype hasn't boosted A-League Women crowdsDespite the enormous surge in support for the Matildas, attendance at A-League Women matches remains relatively low. The disconnect between national team popularity and domestic league support continues to puzzle organisers. via ABC NewsCheaper fuel may be weeks away despite excise cutsAustralians may not see relief at the bowser for weeks despite the government's fuel excise cut, with the flow-on effect depending on how quickly service stations sell their more expensive existing fuel stocks. via The Guardian Australia |
Around the World Spain closes airspace to US aircraft in Iran conflict — Spain has denied the US use of two jointly run military bases in Andalusia and closed its airspace to American aircraft involved in the Iran war. via BBC World |
What's On What's On Every Tuesday we round up classes and workshops to try around Adelaide. MusicAdelaide Entertainment Centre, 6 April Two major international rock acts tear up the stage in one massive night. SportAdelaide Oval & venues, 9-12 April All 18 clubs, all 9 matches across SA — footy's biggest weekend returns. ArtsDunstan Playhouse, 10 April - 2 May Heather Mitchell stars in Suzie Miller's solo play about Ruth Bader Ginsburg. MusicDate TBC Relive your emo phase with all the anthems you never outgrew. MusicDate TBC Embrace the dad rock within — no actual divorce required for entry. Got an event to share? Let us know → |
Your Say Every Tuesday we put a question to the vote. Check back next week for more. |
Daily Brainteaser 🧩 What has hands but can't clap?Answer revealed at the bottom of today's edition. |
Daily Games 🧠 Today's Featured Game Trivia History & World Events · 7 questions · ~2 min What year did the Tiananmen Square protests occur in Beijing, China? | A) 1987 | | B) 1989 | | C) 1991 | | D) 1993 |
Yesterday 27 people played · Average score: 5/7 |
On This Day Anniversary of • A fire at the Hampton Court Palace in London caused extensive damage to the historic royal residence. (1986) • Commodore Matthew Perry signed the Treaty of Kanagawa, opening Japan to American trade after centuries of isolation. (1854) • The Dalai Lama fled Tibet and crossed into India to escape Chinese forces. (1959) • An estimated 200,000 people demonstrated against the poll tax in central London, with riots breaking out in Trafalgar Square. (1990) 🎂 Born on this day: American Vice President and environmentalist Al Gore (1948), American Academy Award-winning actor Christopher Walken (1943), and Scottish actor and star Ewan McGregor (1971). |
Brainteaser Answer
A clock. |
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One Last Smile  Rundle Mall pigeons have been judging our shopping bags since the seventies. Send this to a friend who’d laugh |
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