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Saturday, 11 April 2026  •  Issue #649

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Good morning! The War Memorial's half-billion-dollar renovation is open and already stirring debate, while Canberra's public service backbone faces fresh threats from Canberra-sceptics in Canberra. Plus: pastry preferences needed below.

— Nathan, Editor

At a Glance

📰 War Memorial's $500m makeover opens amid value debate

🎭 The Great Gatsby: A Jazz Ballet Odyssey + 2 more events

🍳 Recipe of the Week: Golden Chicken and Leek Pot Pie

🕰️ On this day in 1951: President Harry Truman relieved General Douglas MacArthur of his...

Today's Canberra

War Memorial's $500m makeover opens amid value debate

The director defends the controversial expansion as exceptional value, inviting critics to tour the new exhibition spaces themselves. Fresh galleries tell service stories in greatly expanded halls, though the price tag still draws fire.

via RiotACT

Roberts-Smith exhibit quietly changed after arrest

Following his recent arrest, the museum's director confirms staff have modified the display honouring the former soldier. The change comes as other sections of the redevelopment debut to visitors.

via ABC Canberra

Regional jobs push threatens Canberra's purpose

A senator's demand to shift federal roles away from the capital echoes expensive past failures, experts warn. The proposal risks undermining what keeps this city ticking.

via Canberra Times

Around Australia

Kennedy breaks historic 10-second mark on home soil

Lachlan Kennedy became the first Australian to run 100 metres under 10 seconds at a domestic meet, scorching through heats at the national championships.

via ABC News

Gambling ad ban leaves influencer loopholes open

Labor's proposed restrictions on betting promotions have blind spots that let the industry pivot quickly to social media, independent senator warns.

via The Guardian Australia

Around the World

Trump accuses Iran of botching Hormuz reopening deal — The president claims Iran is mishandling the strait's oil traffic, potentially rattling this week's fragile truce.

via BBC World

Harry faces defamation suit from his own charity — Sentebale is suing the Duke following a bitter public dispute after his patron resignation.

via The Guardian World

What's On

Theatre & Performance

Every Saturday we spotlight theatre and performances around Canberra.

Arts

The Great Gatsby: A Jazz Ballet Odyssey

Canberra Theatre Centre, until 12 Apr

Fitzgerald's glittering tragedy danced through the Roaring Twenties with pointe shoes and swing.

Theatre

Bell Shakespeare: Julius Caesar

Canberra Theatre Centre, until 18 Apr

Shakespeare's power play reimagined in 1990s Eastern Europe with Leon Ford commanding the stage.

Dance

Bangarra Dance Theatre: Sheltering

Canberra Theatre Centre, 23-27 May

Three stunning works from Australia's leading First Nations dance company in national tour debut.

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Recipe of the Week

Every Saturday we share a recipe worth trying.

Golden Chicken and Leek Pot Pie

Serves 6 · 1 hour

Nothing says comfort quite like a homemade pot pie with flaky pastry and a creamy filling. This version uses rotisserie chicken to save time, making it perfect for a cosy midweek dinner.

1 barbecued chicken, meat shredded, 2 large leeks, white part only, sliced, 3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced, 2 carrots, peeled and diced, 50g butter, 1/3 cup plain flour, 2 cups chicken stock, 1 cup thickened cream, 1 cup frozen peas, 2 sheets frozen puff pastry, thawed, 1 egg, lightly beaten, Salt and pepper to taste

Method

1. Preheat oven to 200°C. In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat and cook leeks for 5 minutes until soft. Add flour and stir for 1 minute.

2. Gradually add stock and cream, stirring constantly until mixture thickens. Add potatoes and carrots, simmer for 15 minutes until tender.

3. Stir through chicken and peas, season well with salt and pepper. Pour into a large pie dish (approximately 23cm) and allow to cool slightly.

4. Top with puff pastry, trimming edges and pressing to seal. Cut a few slits in the top for steam to escape, brush with beaten egg.

5. Bake for 30-35 minutes until pastry is puffed and golden. Rest for 5 minutes before serving with a simple green salad.

📊 Today's Poll

Puff pastry or shortcrust on a pot pie?

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Daily Brainteaser

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A man builds a house with all four walls facing south. A bear walks by. What colour is the bear?

Answer revealed at the bottom of today's edition.

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On This Day

Anniversary of

• President Harry Truman relieved General Douglas MacArthur of his commands in Korea and Japan. (1951)

• The Apple I computer was released by Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak at a price of $666.66. (1976)

• Australia defeated Samoa 74-0 in a rugby union international at the Telstra Stadium in Sydney. (2001)

• The Australian dollar reached parity with the US dollar for the first time since it became a freely traded currency in 1983. (2011)

🎂 Born on this day: Australian comedian and radio host Meshel Laurie (1974), British soul singer Joss Stone (1987), and Welsh singer from Catatonia Cerys Matthews (1969).

Brainteaser Answer
White — it's a polar bear. The only place all walls can face south is the North Pole.

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