Morning PostBrisbane Wednesday, 29 April 2026 • Issue #667 |
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Good morning! Liver cancer fatalities have tripled across decades, a health report reveals. Plus, southern suburbs are trying to solve a baffling smell mystery, and Sting's musical closes this weekend. — Nathan, Editor |
At a Glance 📰 Liver cancer deaths triple as hepatitis link confirmed 📍 The Last Ship (featuring Sting) + 5 more events 💪 Health & Wellness: Getting Enough Protein Helps Keep Muscles Strong 🕰️ On this day in 1945: Adolf Hitler married Eva Braun in his Berlin bunker, one day before... |
Today's Brisbane Fatal liver cancer cases have surged dramatically from fewer than two deaths per 100,000 Queenslanders four decades ago to more than five per 100,000 today. via ABC BrisbaneResidents along a short stretch of southern Brisbane's Cavendish Road report a powerful, unidentified odour that appears intermittently. Authorities are yet to pinpoint the source of the peculiar smell. via Brisbane TimesA female educator alleges severe psychiatric harm following an incident at Marist College Ashgrove where hundreds of students encircled and pelted her with food. Court documents cite a culture of gender-based hostility. via The Guardian Queensland |
Around Australia Super Netball hosted an all-female Anzac Day tribute to shine light on servicewomen's contributions. via ABC NewsIndigenous Territorians displaced by flooding are staying in facilities with mandatory sign-in procedures and routine searches. Critics liken conditions to incarceration rather than emergency accommodation. via The Guardian Australia |
Around the World |
What’s On ArtsGlasshouse Theatre, QPAC, until 3 May Sting performs in his own musical about a Tyneside shipbuilding community—an Australian exclusive. ArtsPlayhouse, QPAC, 30 Apr–10 May Lisa McCune and Debra Lawrance star in this beloved story of Southern friendship and resilience. MusicRiverstage, 6 May Alternative metal icons return for a powerful outdoor show by the Brisbane River. SportSuncorp Stadium, 14–17 May All sixteen NRL teams play in Brisbane across one massive rugby league festival weekend. FestivalMusgrave Park, West End, 23–24 May Five decades of yiros, loukoumades, and Hellenic dancing at Australia's longest-running Greek fest. ComedyMultiple venues citywide, until 24 May Over 130 comedians including Rove McManus, Dave Hughes, and Celia Pacquola across five weeks. Got an event to share? Let us know → |
Health & Wellness Every Wednesday we share a tip for living well. Getting Enough Protein Helps Keep Muscles StrongMany Australians over 50 don't get quite enough protein to maintain muscle mass, which naturally declines with age. Aim for protein-rich foods at each meal—think Greek yoghurt at breakfast, nuts as a snack, or fish for dinner. Spreading protein throughout the day, rather than loading up at dinner, helps your body use it more effectively. Source: Dietitians Australia 📊 Today's Poll Eggs or yoghurt for your daily protein hit? EggsYoghurt |
Daily Brainteaser 🧩 What tastes better than it smells?Answer revealed at the bottom of today's edition. |
Daily Games ✏️ Today's Featured Game Crossword 10 clues · ~3 min | 1 Across Gone up | | 6 Across Opening section | | 7 Across Guide a vehicle |
Yesterday: 🧠 65 played · 💡 45 played · ✏️ 47 played |
On This Day Anniversary of • Adolf Hitler married Eva Braun in his Berlin bunker, one day before their joint suicide. (1945) • Riots erupted in Los Angeles after four police officers were acquitted in the beating of Rodney King. (1992) • Prince William married Catherine Middleton at Westminster Abbey in London. (2011) • The new Parliament House in Canberra was officially opened by Queen Elizabeth II, replacing the provisional Parliament House. (1988) 🎂 Born on this day: American NASCAR driver Dale Earnhardt Jr. (1974), American actress Uma Thurman (1970), and Australian tennis player Bernard Tomic (1992). |
Brainteaser Answer
Your tongue. |
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One Last Smile  The biscuit tin always has three Scotch Fingers and seventeen Monte wrappers. Send this to a friend who’d laugh |
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