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Morning PostBrisbane Wednesday, 25 March 2026 • Issue #632 |
Partly cloudy with a top of 31°. Mostly sunny tomorrow reaching 32°. ☀️ UV 9.6 • 🌅 Sunset 5:54 PM |
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Good morning! A hotel under the Story Bridge is back on the market for a hefty sum, while Ipswich's odorous mulch debate has the waste industry fired up. Plus, we've got a fun question about small changes today. — Nathan, Editor |
At a Glance ⛅ 31°/19° — Partly cloudy with a top of 31°. Mostly sunny tomorrow reaching 32°. 📰 Story Bridge hotel targets big price jump 🎵 Contemporary Australian Art + 3 more events 💪 Health & Wellness: Small Steps Add Up to Big Health Benefits 🕰️ On this day in 1957: The Treaty of Rome was signed, establishing the European Economic... |
Today's Brisbane Story Bridge hotel targets big price jumpThe hotel under the Story Bridge is up for sale again, just five years after selling for around $70 million. With Brisbane's hotel shortage continuing, the owners are now seeking significantly more for the iconic venue. via Brisbane TimesMulch firm blasts council's 'political agenda'Queensland's waste industry has hit back at Ipswich Council over a decision requiring an odorous wood mulching site to be covered quickly. The company says a political agenda is behind the council's rejection of their operations. via ABC Brisbane |
Around Australia Liberal preferences boosted One Nation in SAAnalysts say Liberal Party preferences handed seats to Pauline Hanson's One Nation in the South Australian election. The party will have at least two upper house seats and likely more than one in the lower house. via The Guardian Australia |
Around the World Russia launches 948 drones at Ukraine — Ukraine faced its largest drone attack in 24 hours, with 948 Russian drones hitting cities across the west, damaging residential buildings and injuring many. via BBC World Second set of mountain gorilla twins born — Conservationists are celebrating an extraordinary event as a second set of mountain gorilla twins has been born in Virunga National Park, DRC, just two months after the first. via The Guardian World |
What's On What's On Every Wednesday we highlight live music and entertainment around Brisbane. ExhibitionQAGOMA, ongoing Explore diverse works from leading Australian artists in the Gallery of Modern Art's collection displays. FreeSouth Bank Parklands, 29-30 March Live music, food stalls and river activities celebrate Brisbane's autumn season along the riverside. MusicQPAC Concert Hall, March-April season Experience world-class orchestral performances from Beethoven to contemporary Australian compositions. HistoryMuseum of Brisbane, ongoing Discover the city's rich history through interactive exhibits and fascinating local stories. Got an event to share? Let us know → |
Health & Wellness Every Wednesday we share a tip for living well. Small Steps Add Up to Big Health BenefitsAustralian research shows that breaking up your day with just 2-3 minute walks every hour can significantly improve blood sugar levels and reduce joint stiffness. You don't need to walk for 30 minutes straight - parking further away, taking the stairs, or walking to the letterbox all count towards your daily activity goal. Source: Australian Department of Health |
Daily Brainteaser 🧩 If you have me, you want to share me. If you share me, you no longer have me. What am I?Answer revealed at the bottom of today's edition. |
Daily Games 🧠 Today's Featured Game Trivia Sport · 7 questions · ~2 min Which country hosted the 2000 Summer Olympics? | A) Greece | | B) Australia | | C) China | | D) United States |
Yesterday 10 people played · Average score: 5/7 |
On This Day Anniversary of • The Treaty of Rome was signed, establishing the European Economic Community. (1957) • Saudi Arabia began military intervention in Yemen against Houthi rebels. (2015) • The European Union banned British beef exports due to concerns over mad cow disease. (1996) • Civil rights marchers led by Martin Luther King Jr. completed their march from Selma to Montgomery, Alabama. (1965) 🎂 Born on this day: British singer-songwriter and pianist Elton John (1947), American Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin (1942), and American actress from Sex and the City Sarah Jessica Parker (1965). |
Brainteaser Answer
A secret. |
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One Last Smile  The best part of autumn is finally wearing that jumper you bought. Send this to a friend who’d laugh |
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