Morning PostCanberra Monday, 27 April 2026 • Issue #665 |
Mostly sunny with a crisp start ☀️ UV 4.5 • 🌅 Sunset 5:25 PM |
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Good morning! A century-old barbering legacy survives Canberra's squeeze, Indigenous boxers train with an unexpected ally, and today's brainteaser features two Aussie icons who famously can't reverse. — Nathan, Editor |
At a Glance 📰 Century-old barbering tradition endures through city's tough times 📍 After the Rain — 5th National Indigenous Art Triennial + 5 more events 🛡️ Scam Watch: The Pushy Door-to-Door Solar Panel Pitch 🕰️ On this day in 1967: Expo 67 opened in Montreal, Canada, attracting 50 million visitors... |
Today's Canberra A longstanding Canberra barber shares his survival strategy: arrive early, work late, and never sacrifice quality for speed. The approach keeps a hundred-year craft alive amid business pressures. via Canberra TimesDavid Pocock joins Indigenous-led boxing program helping youth develop ring skills and life confidence. The camp continues proud traditions of First Nations achievement in the sport. via ABC CanberraTravellers heading to high-risk zones for hiking or camping can get vaccinated against a rare but dangerous disease. The expanded program covers anyone from two months old. via RiotACT |
Around Australia Middle East conflict shifts Australian household spending patterns. Some items become cheaper while others jump in price, prompting families to make tough budget choices. via The Guardian AustraliaHani Watson heads to Glasgow Commonwealth Games having learned to work with her body's quirks. She credits listening to what she calls her 'rogue bones'. via ABC News |
Around the World |
What’s On: Arts 🎨 National Gallery of Australia6 Dec 2025 – 26 Apr Final day tomorrow to see ten powerful immersive installations by First Nations artists exploring rebirth and renewal. Free National Library of Australia26 Aug 2025 – 3 May Last week to explore moving personal stories marking 80 years since the end of World War II. Free National Gallery of Australia11 Apr – 23 Aug Stunning large-scale paintings from senior APY Lands artists celebrating desert country and deep cultural connection. Free National Library of Australia4 Apr – 11 Oct Newly opened exhibition preserving Papunya community language and culture through photographs, drawings and oral histories. Free National Museum of Australia12 Dec 2025 – 10 May Immerse yourself in 250 objects from Korean pop culture, including iconic Squid Game costumes and K-drama treasures. Australian War Memorial, Campbell1 Jan – 31 Dec Vast expanded galleries covering Afghanistan and peacekeeping missions, plus the deeply moving daily Last Post Ceremony. Free Got an event to share? Let us know → |
Scam Watch Every Monday we help you spot the latest scams targeting Australians. The Pushy Door-to-Door Solar Panel PitchDoor-to-door salespeople are pressuring homeowners to sign contracts for solar panel installations with inflated prices, hidden fees, and false claims about government rebates. They often create urgency by saying special deals expire today or that your neighbour just signed up. Many victims end up with poor quality installations or loans they can't afford. How to protect yourself: ✓ Never sign contracts or agree to work on the spot - legitimate businesses will give you time to think and compare quotes ✓ Get at least three written quotes from different companies and verify they're accredited with the Clean Energy Council ✓ Contact Fair Trading in your state or Consumer Affairs Victoria if you've been pressured into a contract - you may have cooling-off rights 📊 Today's Poll Do you open the door to cold callers? SometimesNever📊 Yesterday's Poll What excites you most about visiting Japan? Traditional temples and gardens led with 63% |
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Daily Brainteaser 🧩 What can't walk backwards — and appears on the Australian coat of arms for exactly that reason?Answer revealed at the bottom of today's edition. |
Daily Games 🧠 Today's Featured Game Trivia Music & Entertainment · 7 questions · ~2 min Which 1969 outdoor music festival on a dairy farm in New York State became a defining moment of the counterculture era? | A) Monterey Pop Festival | | B) Woodstock | | C) Isle of Wight Festival | | D) Altamont Free Concert |
Yesterday: 🧠 75 played · 💡 49 played · ✏️ 49 played |
On This Day Anniversary of • Expo 67 opened in Montreal, Canada, attracting 50 million visitors during its six-month run. (1967) • South Africa held its first democratic elections, with all races allowed to vote, leading to Nelson Mandela's presidency. (1994) • Construction began on the Darling Harbour redevelopment in Sydney, transforming the former industrial precinct. (1978) • Construction of the Freedom Tower at the World Trade Center site in New York City officially began. (2006) 🎂 Born on this day: American actor Jack Klugman (1922), Scottish singer Sheena Easton (1959), and Australian Olympic hurdler Sally Pearson (1986). |
Brainteaser Answer
The kangaroo and the emu — symbolising a nation that only moves forward. |
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One Last Smile  Nothing says Saturday morning like choosing a trolley based purely on wheel alignment. Send this to a friend who’d laugh |
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