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Morning PostBrisbane Saturday, 28 March 2026 • Issue #635 |
Sunny day ahead with a top of 27° ☀️ UV 9 • 🌅 Sunset 5:50 PM |
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Happy Saturday, Brisbane. Those billion-dollar CBD twin towers just got even taller as construction kicks off, while new police powers targeting young people for 'causing anxiety' are raising eyebrows across the state. — Nathan, Editor |
At a Glance 📰 CBD's billion-dollar towers reach higher as construction begins 🎭 Archie Moore: kith and kin + 5 more events 🍳 Recipe of the Week: Classic Lamb Shank and Vegetable Stew 🕰️ On this day in 1979: A partial meltdown occurred at the Three Mile Island nuclear power... |
Today's Brisbane CBD's billion-dollar towers reach higher as construction beginsThe colossal twin towers overlooking the Botanic Gardens have been approved for a height increase as construction gets underway. The billion-dollar project is now scheduled for completion in 2030, with fresh details revealed this week on just how imposing these structures will be. via Brisbane TimesPolice could move on young people for 'causing anxiety'Proposed Queensland laws would allow police officers to move young people along for causing anxiety — without them ever committing a crime. The controversial powers are drawing criticism from civil liberty advocates who say the threshold is far too low. via ABC Brisbane |
Around Australia Socceroos snatch late win as teen impressesJordy Bos scored a late winner against Cameroon in Sydney, while 18-year-old debutant Lucas Herrington turned heads with an impressive performance as the Socceroos build momentum heading into the World Cup. via ABC NewsSupport grows for new gas tax to curb wartime profitsMomentum is building across government, industry and even within Labor ranks for a new gas tax aimed at reining in excessive wartime profits, though the industry is mounting a fierce rearguard campaign. via The Guardian Australia |
Around the World UN chief calls for probe into Iran school strike — UN human rights chief Volker Türk has called on the US to conclude its investigation into the Iran school strike that killed at least 168 people, mostly children. via BBC World |
What's On What's On Every Saturday we spotlight theatre and performances around Brisbane. FreeGOMA, South Bank, until 18 Oct See the Venice Biennale Golden Lion-winning work by Australia's first recipient of the prestigious award. ExhibitionGOMA, South Bank, until 12 Jul Step inside immersive installations including a mesmerising yellow light room and interactive LEGO cityscape. FamilyQueensland Museum Kurilpa, South Bank, until 31 Dec Journey through 130 million years of croc evolution with full-scale replicas and hands-on fun. FreeDavies Park, West End, every Saturday 6am-1pm Brisbane's beloved Saturday ritual with local growers, food trucks and craftspeople in leafy surrounds. FreeMuseum of Brisbane, City Hall, until 30 Jun Over 3,000 treasures from 30 private collections spanning dolls to Queensland rugby league memorabilia. FoodHamilton, Friday-Saturday 4-10pm, Sunday 4-9pm Riverside food market with 70+ traders, themed bars and quirky shops along the waterfront. Got an event to share? Let us know → |
Recipe of the Week Every Saturday we share a recipe worth trying. Classic Lamb Shank and Vegetable StewServes 4 · 2 hours 30 minutes This tender, warming stew brings back memories of Sunday dinners and fills the house with the most wonderful aromas. 4 lamb shanks, 2 tbsp plain flour, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 large onion, diced, 3 carrots, chopped, 3 potatoes, cubed, 2 cups beef stock, 1 cup red wine, 2 tsp fresh rosemary, Salt and pepper to taste Method 1. Dust lamb shanks with flour and brown in oil in a large heavy-based pot. 2. Add onion and cook until softened, then add vegetables and herbs. 3. Pour in stock and wine, bring to boil then reduce heat to low. 4. Cover and simmer for 2 hours until meat falls off the bone. 5. Season to taste and serve with crusty bread or mashed potato. 6. Allow to rest for 10 minutes before serving for best flavour. 📊 Today's Poll For slow-cooked meals, do you prefer lamb or beef? LambBeef |
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Daily Games 🧠 Today's Featured Game Trivia Australia · 7 questions · ~2 min What Australian slang term refers to a remote, sparsely populated rural area? | A) The Bush | | B) The Scrub | | C) The Outback | | D) The Never-Never |
Yesterday 32 people played · Average score: 5/7 |
On This Day Anniversary of • A partial meltdown occurred at the Three Mile Island nuclear power plant in Pennsylvania. (1979) • A major earthquake measuring 8.6 struck near Sumatra, Indonesia, killing over 1,300 people. (2005) • Henri Fabre became the first person to fly a seaplane, taking off from water near Martigues, France. (1910) • The Spanish Civil War ended with the surrender of Madrid to Francisco Franco's Nationalist forces. (1939) 🎂 Born on this day: American country music star Reba McEntire (1955), American pop singer and actress Lady Gaga (1986), and American actor and comedian Vince Vaughn (1970). |
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