Morning PostCanberra Thursday, 2 April 2026 • Issue #640 |
Mostly sunny with a pleasant top of 27° ☀️ UV 7.6 • 🌅 Sunset 6:57 PM |
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Happy Thursday! With the Easter long weekend upon us, we've got your guide to what's open and what's not. Plus, public sector workers vote on a big pay claim, and crucial evidence emerges in a decades-old murder trial. — Nathan, Editor |
At a Glance 📰 Your Easter weekend opening hours guide 🛒 Capital Region Farmers Market + 3 more events 💰 Money Matters: Check If You're Missing Out on the Pension Supplement 🕰️ On this day in 1982: Argentina invaded the Falkland Islands, beginning the Falklands War... |
Today's Canberra Your Easter weekend opening hours guidePlanning your Easter shopping? Here's what you need to know about what's open and what's closed over the long weekend. The normal order of things gets shaken up—whether you're team Christmas or team Easter in that debate. Plus, don't forget daylight saving ends this Sunday. via RiotACTPublic sector union votes for 15% pay riseCommunity and Public Sector Union members have endorsed a 15 per cent pay claim. The union has written to the government urging them to commence bargaining on the proposal. via Canberra TimesDNA evidence revealed in cold case murder trialA milk container and water jug carrying DNA evidence have been unveiled to jurors in the Irma Palasics case. The decades-old murder trial has now reached its final stage. via ABC Canberra |
Around Australia Storm player leaves hospital after suspected strokeMelbourne Storm forward Tui Kamikamica has left hospital following a medical episode on Monday. The club says he'll now commence inpatient rehabilitation. via ABC News |
Around the World Trump criticises NATO members over Iran support — The former president has renewed criticism of NATO allies for showing a lack of support for US objectives in Iran. via BBC World |
What's On Markets & Food Every Thursday we feature markets and food events around Canberra. FreeExhibition Park (EPIC), Every Saturday morning Over 100 local farmers selling fresh produce, honey, baked goods, eggs, dairy and flowers MarketKingston, Every Sunday 9:30am-2:30pm 200+ stalls of handmade arts, crafts, and artisan food at Canberra's beloved institution FestivalHuskisson, NSW (short drive from Canberra) Craft beers, BBQ feasts and live music by the water MarketVarious venues, 3-9 April National festivals, art exhibitions, kids' festivals, Easter events and school holiday programs Got an event to share? Let us know → |
Money Matters Every Thursday we share a practical money tip. Check If You're Missing Out on the Pension SupplementAge Pension recipients automatically receive the Pension Supplement of around $70 fortnightly, but many don't realise they may also be eligible for additional supplements like the Remote Area Allowance or Telephone Allowance. Contact Services Australia to ensure you're receiving all the supplements you're entitled to, as they're not always automatically applied. Source: Services Australia |
Daily Brainteaser 🧩 What starts with an 'e' and contains only one letter?Answer revealed at the bottom of today's edition. |
Daily Games ✏️ Today's Featured Game Crossword 10 clues · ~3 min | 1 Across Banana dessert or divorce | | 6 Across Dried fruit or trim back bushes | | 7 Across Fencing thrust forward |
Yesterday: 🧠 35 played · ✏️ 27 played |
On This Day Anniversary of • Argentina invaded the Falkland Islands, beginning the Falklands War with Britain. (1982) • Pope John Paul II died at the Vatican after a 26-year pontificate. (2005) • Mafia boss John Gotti was convicted of murder and racketeering in New York. (1992) • The British Royal Navy defeated the Danish-Norwegian fleet at the Battle of Copenhagen. (1801) 🎂 Born on this day: American country music singer Emmylou Harris (1947) and American soul singer Marvin Gaye (1939). |
Brainteaser Answer
An envelope. |
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One Last Smile  The only thing more reliable than Question Time is complaining about Question Time. Send this to a friend who’d laugh |
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