Morning PostCanberra Tuesday, 28 April 2026 • Issue #666 |
Sunny start with a crisp morning, warming nicely through the day ☀️ UV 4.5 • 🌅 Sunset 5:24 PM |
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Good morning! Canberra's economic identity is shifting as private jobs now outnumber public service roles. Plus, we're asking: has our city finally ditched its 'boring' tag? — Nathan, Editor |
At a Glance 📰 Private sector overtakes public service in capital's workforce 📍 Staying Safe Online - Batemans Bay Library + 5 more events 💬 Vote in this week's poll 🕰️ On this day in 1945: Italian dictator Benito Mussolini was executed by Italian partisans... |
Today's Canberra Two-thirds of Canberra workers now earn their living outside government, as breweries and tech firms reshape the city's economic landscape. Population forecasts suggest nearly 700,000 residents by mid-century. via ABC CanberraA snow country initiative helped Kai overcome his doubts about higher education. The University of Canberra program tackles complex enrolment barriers facing regional young people. via Canberra TimesBusiness groups say regulatory hurdles are blocking faster rollout of charging stations nationwide. They want governments to clear the path for private investment in EV infrastructure. via RiotACT |
Around Australia Australian teams might benefit from adopting New Zealand's creative tactics after latest Super Rugby Pacific results. Unconventional strategies have historically worked well for local sides. via ABC NewsAustralia's military expenditure fell in worldwide comparisons as total global defence budgets hit record levels. US, China and Russia account for most spending. via SBS News |
Around the World |
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Your Say Every Tuesday we put a question to the vote. 📊 Today's Poll Has Canberra shaken off the 'boring' reputation? It was never boringStill working on it📊 Yesterday's Poll Do you open the door to cold callers? Never led with 73% (75 votes) |
Daily Brainteaser 🧩 A ship is anchored with a rope ladder hanging over the side. The rungs are 30cm apart and six are above the waterline. The tide rises 90cm. How many rungs are now above water?Answer revealed at the bottom of today's edition. |
Daily Games 💡 Today's Featured Game Word Ladder 3 steps · ~2 min BIDE → SAKE Change one letter at a time · Par: 3 steps Yesterday: 🧠 66 played · 💡 44 played · ✏️ 54 played |
On This Day Anniversary of • Italian dictator Benito Mussolini was executed by Italian partisans near Lake Como. (1945) • Martin Bryant was captured by police after the Port Arthur massacre, Australia's worst mass shooting. (1996) • The Occupation of Japan formally ended as the Treaty of San Francisco came into effect. (1952) • Australian forces began their deployment to South Vietnam, with the first contingent of combat troops arriving. (1965) 🎂 Born on this day: American television host Jay Leno (1950), Spanish actress Penelope Cruz (1974), and American actress Jessica Alba (1981). |
Brainteaser Answer
Still six — the ship rises with the tide. |
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One Last Smile  The Brindabellas look close enough to touch, which means rain by afternoon. Send this to a friend who’d laugh |
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