Morning PostCanberra Friday, 10 April 2026 • Issue #648 |
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Good morning! The nation's highest court has delivered its final word in a closely-watched legal case, while Canberrans are preparing for a big weekend around the lake. Plus, we're asking: what local spot holds your favourite family memories? — Nathan, Editor |
At a Glance 📰 Final appeal avenue closes in Lehrmann case 👪 Canberra Times Marathon Festival + 4 more events 📺 What We're Watching 🕰️ On this day in 1912: RMS Titanic departed Southampton on its ill-fated maiden voyage to... |
Today's Canberra Australia's highest court has declined to review Bruce Lehrmann's challenge to a civil ruling that determined he assaulted Brittany Higgins. The decision marks the end of all legal options available to him. via ABC CanberraThose angular concrete shelters you've waited under for decades could officially become part of our capital's protected heritage. The Heritage Council wants community views before making its final call. via RiotACTSupporters are rallying to save a vital Aboriginal health service after its sudden closure, arguing patients can't simply transfer elsewhere. They're urging the territory government to provide emergency funding. via Canberra Times |
Around Australia Thousands fewer trips are being recorded daily on Sydney and Melbourne's busiest roads as soaring fuel costs force motorists to reconsider their driving habits. via The Guardian AustraliaFar north communities still recovering from recent storm damage are bracing for Tropical Cyclone Maila, which has broken intensity records for this time of year. via SBS News |
Around the World |
What's On Family & Grandkids Every Friday we share family-friendly outings around Canberra. SportOld Parliament House / Parliamentary Triangle, Sat 11 - Sun 12 Apr Australia's oldest city marathon with scenic routes past iconic landmarks, plus a Kids Dash for little legs FreeNational Arboretum, Forest Drive, until 31 May Peak autumn foliage across 94 rare tree forests, with one of Canberra's best playgrounds and free entry FamilyLady Denman Drive, Open daily Get up close with lions, tigers, giraffes and marine life in Canberra's only combined zoo and aquarium FamilyGold Creek Village, Nicholls, Open daily Miniature world display gardens featuring tiny buildings and model villages that enchant visitors of all ages FamilyVarious locations around the lake Walking, cycling, picnicking or paddle-boarding around Canberra's stunning centrepiece waterway Got an event to share? Let us know → |
What We're Watching Every Friday we recommend something worth watching this weekend. Mystery RoadDrama Series · ABC iview Aaron Pedersen stars as Indigenous detective Jay Swan investigating crimes in the Australian outback. Gripping storytelling with stunning cinematography and a uniquely Australian perspective on the crime genre. Slow HorsesSpy Series · Apple TV+ Gary Oldman leads this brilliant British spy thriller about MI5 agents relegated to the departmental dumping ground. Sharp writing, dark humour, and edge-of-your-seat espionage that rivals the best of le Carré. |
Daily Brainteaser 🧩 How many letters are in 'the alphabet'?Answer revealed at the bottom of today's edition. |
Daily Games 💡 Today's Featured Game Word Ladder 3 steps · ~2 min FIVE → FAME Change one letter at a time · Par: 3 steps Yesterday: 🧠 65 played · 💡 31 played · ✏️ 38 played |
On This Day Anniversary of • RMS Titanic departed Southampton on its ill-fated maiden voyage to New York. (1912) • Paul McCartney announced the Beatles had disbanded, ending the world's most successful musical act. (1970) • Australian runner John Landy broke the world mile record with a time of 4:02.0 at Turku, Finland. (1954) • The New South Wales Government announced plans for a $1 billion redevelopment of Darling Harbour in Sydney. (1985) 🎂 Born on this day: Australian country music star Kasey Chambers (1976), American action film actor Steven Seagal (1952), and Egyptian actor Omar Sharif (1932). |
Brainteaser Answer
Eleven — t, h, e, a, l, p, h, a, b, e, t. |
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