Morning PostBrisbane Tuesday, 7 April 2026 • Issue #645 |
Sunny day ahead with UV index 8 ☀️ UV 8 • 🌅 Sunset 5:39 PM |
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Good morning! The government's decision not to investigate cattle deaths at a major beef operation has sparked outrage, while far north Queensland braces for another cyclone. We've also got your cultural calendar and today's brainteaser. — Nathan, Editor |
At a Glance 📰 Regulators won't investigate cattle deaths at major beef company 🎭 The Last Ship (featuring Sting) + 5 more events 💬 Vote in this week's poll 🕰️ On this day in 1906: Mount Vesuvius erupted in Italy, devastating the town of Ottaviano... |
Today's Brisbane Queensland officials have decided against investigating the deaths of cattle from thirst at AACo, a $700 million beef operation. Legal experts are calling the lack of scrutiny 'completely unacceptable,' suggesting industry has too much influence over government regulators. The company apparently satisfied authorities with reassurances. via ABC BrisbaneRoza Abebwa, a Victorian mother of eight described as 'everyone's mum,' was killed in a head-on crash near Logan while visiting family. The Logan Mayor is demanding action on hoon driving, as the other vehicle involved was reportedly heading to a hoon event. via Brisbane TimesSevere Tropical Cyclone Maila is forming and could hit far north Queensland just three weeks after Cyclone Narelle tore through the region. The Bureau of Meteorology warns Cape York could take another direct hit, though the storm's exact path and strength remain uncertain. via The Guardian Queensland |
Around Australia Olympic champion Molly O'Callaghan and Kyle Chalmers both claimed 100m freestyle titles on opening night of the Australian Open swimming championships at the Gold Coast Aquatic Centre. Sam Short also dominated his 400m race. via ABC NewsConservationists say using artificial intelligence to prepare and assess environmental impact studies risks 'robodebt-style' failures and could push species closer to extinction. They're calling for clearer environmental rules instead. via The Guardian Australia |
Around the World |
What's On ArtsGlasshouse Theatre, QPAC, 9 Apr–3 May Sting performs in his own musical about Tyneside shipbuilders—an Australian exclusive ExhibitionGOMA, South Bank, until 12 Jul Immersive yellow light rooms and interactive LEGO installations from the Icelandic-Danish master FreeGOMA, South Bank, until 18 Oct Venice Biennale Golden Lion winner—first Australian to receive the prestigious award FreeGOMA, South Bank, until 16 Aug Bold First Nations storytelling through powerful contemporary and traditional artworks FreeMuseum of Brisbane, City Hall, until 30 Jun Over 3,000 treasures from 30 private collections—dolls to Rugby League memorabilia FamilyQueensland Museum Kurilpa, South Bank, until 31 Dec 130 million years of crocs with full-scale replicas and hands-on fun 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 🧩 A bus driver goes the wrong way down a one-way street, passing a police officer, and doesn't get a ticket. Why?Answer revealed at the bottom of today's edition. |
Daily Games 💡 Today's Featured Game Word Ladder 3 steps · ~2 min LARK → PORT Change one letter at a time · Par: 3 steps Yesterday: 🧠 56 played · 💡 37 played · ✏️ 43 played |
On This Day Anniversary of • Mount Vesuvius erupted in Italy, devastating the town of Ottaviano and killing more than 100 people. (1906) • The internet's symbolic birth occurred when RFC 1 was published, describing the first host-to-host protocol. (1969) • The ABC television series The Sullivans reached its 500th episode, chronicling an Australian family during World War II. (1978) • Former Queensland Premier Sir Joh Bjelke-Petersen died at age 94, ending one of Australia's most controversial political careers. (2009) 🎂 Born on this day: New Zealand-Australian actor Russell Crowe (1964), Hong Kong martial arts star Jackie Chan (1954), and American jazz legend Billie Holiday (1915). |
Brainteaser Answer
He was walking. |
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One Last Smile  The Botanic Gardens on a Sunday: where speed-walking retirees lap the casual strollers. Send this to a friend who’d laugh |
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