Morning PostCanberra Monday, 4 May 2026 Β β’Β Issue #672 |
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Good morning! Could conservatives and environmentalists really govern together? The ACT nearly found out. Plus, we're asking if you'd ever share your Medicare number by phone. β Nathan, Editor |
At a Glance π° Conservatives and environmentalists almost struck power deal π Remembering the War + 5 more events π‘οΈ Scam Watch: The Medicare Card Photo Scam π°οΈ On this day in 1891: The shearers' strike began in Queensland, a pivotal moment in... |
Today's Canberra The territory came close to seeing an unprecedented partnership between two parties typically at opposite ends of the spectrum. Such an arrangement would have been a first for the nation. via ABC CanberraPeter Cain says Andrew Barr appears to contradict his own statements about engineering assessments and how long the sports facility can remain operational. via Canberra TimesBright green two-wheelers from the new operator are already creating problems in the CBD, according to local riders concerned about reckless behaviour. via RiotACT |
Around Australia Kimi Antonelli won from pole in Miami while Oscar Piastri finished third after starting from seventh position on the grid. via ABC NewsMelbourne's new centre aims to protect the Victorian grassland earless dragon from disappearing permanently after it was once thought extinct. via The Guardian Australia |
Around the World |
Whatβs On: Arts π¨ This week: Mother's Day β Second Sunday of May in Australia. Celebrate mums. National Library of Australia26 Aug 2025 β 3 May Final days to see this 80th anniversary WWII exhibition featuring powerful stories from the Library's archival collections. Free National Museum of Australia12 Dec 2025 β 10 May Last week to explore K-pop, K-drama and Korean culture through 250+ objects including authentic Squid Game costumes. National Library of Australia4 Apr β 11 Oct Newly opened exhibition celebrating decades of Papunya language and cultural preservation through drawings, photographs and oral histories. Free National Gallery of Australia11 Apr β 23 Aug Stunning large-scale paintings by senior First Nations artists from the APY Lands and surrounding regions, free to explore. Free Australian War Memorial, Campbell1 Jan β 31 Dec Explore 7,000 square metres of new galleries covering Afghanistan, Peacekeeping and the daily Last Post Ceremony. Free National Gallery of Australia2 Apr β 31 Jan 2027 Thought-provoking exploration of body and architecture in contemplative spaces, offering fresh perspectives on sacred design. Free Got an event to share? Let us know β |
Scam Watch Every Monday we help you spot the latest scams targeting Australians. The Medicare Card Photo ScamCriminals are offering cash payments (usually $50-$200) for photos of your Medicare card, claiming it's for marketing research or to help people access bulk-billing services. In reality, they're using your Medicare details to fraudulently bill the government for medical services you never received, and you could be implicated in the fraud. This scam often spreads through social media and community groups. How to protect yourself: β Never share photos or details of your Medicare card with anyone except your doctor or pharmacy - it's illegal and you could face prosecution β Check your Medicare statement regularly through your MyGov account to spot any services you didn't receive β Report Medicare fraud to Services Australia on 1800 314 707 or through the tip-off line at servicesaustralia.gov.au π Today's Poll Would you share your Medicare number over the phone? Only with my doctorNever over the phoneπ Yesterday's Poll Which Pacific escape sounds more like your kind of trip? Fiji or Vanuatu β independent, all-inclusive resort led with 63% |
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Daily Brainteaser 𧩠What has a bottom at the top?Answer revealed at the bottom of today's edition. |
Daily Games π‘ Today's Featured Game Word Ladder 3 steps Β· ~2 min MEAD β SLAT Change one letter at a time Β· Par: 3 steps Yesterday: π§ 102 played Β Β·Β π‘ 96 played Β Β·Β βοΈ 70 played |
On This Day Anniversary of β’ The shearers' strike began in Queensland, a pivotal moment in Australian labour history. (1891) β’ Australian troops were involved in heavy fighting at Fire Support Base Coral in Vietnam. (1970) β’ Margaret Thatcher became the first female British Prime Minister. (1979) β’ Oliver North was convicted in the Iran-Contra affair. (1989) π Born on this day: Australian Olympic swimming legend Dawn Fraser (1937), Australian opera soprano Yvonne Kenny (1950), and British actress and icon Audrey Hepburn (1929). |
Brainteaser Answer
Your legs. |
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One Last Smile  Putting the shopping trolley back properly makes you feel unreasonably virtuous. Send this to a friend whoβd laugh |
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