Morning PostAdelaide Thursday, 14 May 2026 • Issue #682 |
Mostly sunny today, showers arriving tomorrow ☀️ UV 3.5 • 🌅 Sunset 5:22 PM |
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Good morning! Thousands rallied at Parliament House yesterday over felled trees, while SA secures a coveted culinary prize. But we begin with tragic news from Parafield Airport. — Nathan, Editor |
At a Glance 📰 Twin-engine aircraft explodes after hangar collision 📍 FREE face painting for kids every Saturday + 5 more events 💰 Money Matters: Your Age Pension Entitlement Might Change With Your Assets 🕰️ On this day in 1948: Israel declared independence as a nation. |
Today's Adelaide Two people died and ten were hospitalised after a light plane struck a flight school hangar at Parafield and burst into flames shortly after takeoff. Thick smoke blanketed the airfield. via 9News AdelaideMore than 2,000 residents gathered at Parliament House demanding a halt to tree clearing for the North Adelaide Golf Course redevelopment. via ABC AdelaideSouth Australia will become the first Australian state featured in the prestigious French dining guide after the state government struck a deal. via The Guardian SA |
Around Australia Home values could drop up to 5 per cent following federal measures aimed at reducing intergenerational housing inequality, some economists predict. via ABC NewsThe Australia Palestine Advocacy Network says it was denied leave to appear at the royal commission examining antisemitism and social cohesion. via The Guardian Australia |
Around the World |
What’s On: Markets & Dining 🛒 Bring the grandkids to Adelaide Central Market this Saturday for complimentary face painting fun. Free Adelaide Showground, Rose Terrace, WayvilleEvery Sunday 8:30am-12:30pm Eighty-plus stalls of fresh seasonal produce direct from local farms every Sunday morning. Free 44-60 Gouger Street, Adelaide CBDEvery Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday Historic undercover market with seventy traders offering fresh produce, cheese, meats, and specialty foods since 1869. Free Enjoy complimentary live music at Adelaide Central Market every Friday evening while you shop or dine. Free Victoria Square/Tarntanyangga + venues across SA8 May – 17 May Ten-day celebration with over 150 events showcasing South Australia's finest food, wine, and culinary talent. Free Sample premium local wines at Adelaide's winter wine festival celebrating South Australian winemaking excellence. Got an event to share? Let us know → |
Money Matters Every Thursday we share a practical money tip. Your Age Pension Entitlement Might Change With Your AssetsThe Age Pension uses both an income test and assets test to determine your eligibility and payment amount, and the thresholds change regularly. Even small changes to your assets or living arrangements can affect what you receive. It's worth using the Services Australia online estimator or booking an appointment to review your entitlements every year or two. Source: Services Australia 📊 Today's Poll Do you know your full pension entitlement? Yes, checked recentlyNot sure📊 Yesterday's Poll Do you sleep better after spending time in the sun? Definitely led with 70% (67 votes) |
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Daily Brainteaser 🧩 Take 1000. Add 40. Add another 1000. Add 30. Add another 1000. Add 20. Add another 1000. Add 10. What's the total?Answer revealed at the bottom of today's edition. |
Daily Games ✏️ Today's Featured Game Crossword 10 clues · ~3 min | 1 Across Stage play or TV series | | 6 Across Countryside or farming area | | 7 Across Stadium or sports venue |
Yesterday: 🧠 104 played · 💡 89 played · ✏️ 75 played |
On This Day Anniversary of • Israel declared independence as a nation. (1948) • Australia's first space satellite, WRESAT, ceased transmission after seven years. (1973) • The Returned Services League headquarters in Melbourne was bombed. (1987) • Edward Jenner administered the first smallpox vaccination. (1796) 🎂 Born on this day: American filmmaker Star Wars George Lucas (1944), Australian actress Oscar winner Cate Blanchett (1969), and American tech entrepreneur Facebook Mark Zuckerberg (1984). |
Brainteaser Answer
4100. Most people rush and miscalculate to 5000. |
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One Last Smile  Coopers Pale Ale has settled more Adelaide debates than any council meeting ever could. Send this to a friend who’d laugh |
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