Morning PostCanberra Thursday, 30 April 2026 • Issue #668 |
Cloud clearing, pleasant afternoon ahead ☀️ UV 4.6 • 🌅 Sunset 5:22 PM |
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Good morning! A hospital patient managed to hide a knife from police searchers, leading to hours of drama. Plus, questions about your estate planning and weekend market picks inside. — Nathan, Editor |
At a Glance 📰 Patient concealed weapon from officers before hospital standoff 📍 Capital Region Farmers Market + 2 more events 💰 Money Matters: Don't Wait to Update Your Will and Power of Attorney 🕰️ On this day in 1975: Saigon fell to North Vietnamese forces, ending the Vietnam War with... |
Today's Canberra A man hid a knife so well that ACT police missed it during their search, the chief officer confirms. Hours later, he produced the blade at Canberra Hospital, triggering a lengthy security lockdown. via ABC CanberraGeocon has agreed to address 28 faults in its Infinity Tower project. Residents say the deal marks progress, though disputes continue over other matters. via Canberra TimesThe station closed 33 times over three months, new figures show. But the ambulance service says crews deliberately deploy elsewhere when needed, leaving the building empty by design. via RiotACT |
Around Australia A match in Launceston continued after the final siren two decades ago, creating the scandal forever known as 'Sirengate'. The ABC revisits the chaos. via ABC NewsInflation has climbed steeply since the Middle East conflict began. The Reserve Bank is tipped to lift rates for the third time this year. via SBS News |
Around the World |
What’s On: Markets & Dining 🛒 Exhibition Park in Canberra (EPIC)Every Saturday morning Browse 100+ local farmers selling fresh produce, honey, baked goods, eggs, dairy and flowers this Saturday morning. Kingston (former Transport Depot)Every Sunday 9:30am-2:30pm Explore 200+ stalls of handmade arts, crafts and artisan food at Canberra's beloved Sunday morning tradition. Celebrate craft beer and barbecue at this coastal NSW festival, a perfect day trip south from Canberra. Got an event to share? Let us know → |
Money Matters Every Thursday we share a practical money tip. Don't Wait to Update Your Will and Power of AttorneyLife changes like new grandchildren, property purchases, or the loss of a loved one mean your estate planning documents may be outdated. Review your will and enduring power of attorney every few years, and after major life events. Dying without an up-to-date will can create stress and expense for your family at an already difficult time. Source: NSW Trustee & Guardian / State Trustees (varies by state) 📊 Today's Poll Is your will up to date? YesNeed to update it📊 Yesterday's Poll Eggs or yoghurt for your daily protein hit? Yoghurt led with 54% (74 votes) |
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Daily Brainteaser 🧩 In cricket, can a batsman score 100 runs without hitting a single boundary?Answer revealed at the bottom of today's edition. |
Daily Games 🧠 Today's Featured Game Trivia Food & Drink · 7 questions · ~2 min What is the name of the small, ring-shaped Italian cookies traditionally served with coffee or dessert wine? | A) Biscotti | | B) Amaretti | | C) Pizzelle | | D) Cantucci |
Yesterday: 🧠 66 played · 💡 55 played · ✏️ 59 played |
On This Day Anniversary of • Saigon fell to North Vietnamese forces, ending the Vietnam War with the capture of the South Vietnamese capital. (1975) • Adolf Hitler committed suicide in his Berlin bunker as Soviet forces closed in on the city. (1945) • Tennis player Monica Seles was stabbed on court in Hamburg by a deranged fan of Steffi Graf. (1993) • Queen Juliana of the Netherlands abdicated in favor of her daughter Beatrix. (1980) 🎂 Born on this day: American country music legend Willie Nelson (1933), British-Indian actor Kunal Nayyar (1981), and Australian Olympic swimmer Cate Campbell (1992). |
Brainteaser Answer
Yes — by running every single run between the wickets. |
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One Last Smile  Every Canberran has secretly practised their acceptance speech walking past Parliament House. Send this to a friend who’d laugh |
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