Morning PostCanberra Wednesday, 8 April 2026 • Issue #646 |
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Good morning! The War Memorial is reviewing its Ben Roberts-Smith display following war crimes charges, while Easter travellers faced long queues at EV chargers. Plus, we're asking about your strength training preferences today. — Nathan, Editor |
At a Glance 📰 War Memorial to reconsider Ben Roberts-Smith exhibit 🎵 Guy Sebastian — 100 Times Around the Sun + 2 more events 💪 Health & Wellness: Strength Training Twice a Week Keeps Bones Strong 🕰️ On this day in 1973: Pablo Picasso, Spanish artist and co-founder of Cubism, died at age... |
Today's Canberra The Australian War Memorial has announced it will review how it displays Ben Roberts-Smith, after the former soldier was charged with war crimes. The memorial's current exhibit includes references to his military service and awards. A timeline for the review hasn't been announced. via ABC CanberraLong queues at highway charging stations over the Easter break have prompted fresh calls for more electric vehicle infrastructure, especially in regional areas. The bottlenecks come as new data shows EV sales continue to surge across the country. via RiotACTA 40-year-old husband and father from Googong has been identified as the victim of a fatal motorcycle crash on the Monaro Highway over Good Friday. Vijay Maharjan was riding with four friends when the tragedy occurred. via Canberra Times |
Around Australia Recently retired rugby union player Mel Kawa says she regularly broke down in tears over being paid just $2,000 to play the sport she loved. Her story highlights ongoing pay and resource gaps in women's elite sport. via ABC NewsAn Australian Army reservist accused of travelling to Ukraine to work as a drone operator in the war effort has been granted bail after his arrest by federal police. via SBS News |
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What's On Music & Entertainment Every Wednesday we highlight live music and entertainment around Canberra. MusicAIS Arena, 18 Apr The Australian Idol star brings his biggest hits to Canberra for one night only MusicCanberra Theatre Centre, 8-9 May Tim Freedman teams up with the CSO for an unforgettable orchestral rock experience MusicCanberra Theatre Centre, 14 May Nina Simone's daughter performs her mother's legendary songs with passion and reverence Got an event to share? Let us know → |
Health & Wellness Every Wednesday we share a tip for living well. Strength Training Twice a Week Keeps Bones StrongJust two 30-minute strength training sessions per week can help prevent bone loss and reduce fracture risk by up to 15%. You can start with resistance bands, light weights, or bodyweight exercises like wall push-ups - the key is consistency rather than intensity. Source: Osteoporosis Australia |
Daily Brainteaser 🧩 The more you take, the more you leave behind. What are they?Answer revealed at the bottom of today's edition. |
Daily Games ✏️ Today's Featured Game Crossword 10 clues · ~3 min | 1 Across Theatre production or crisis | | 6 Across James Dean without a cause | | 7 Across Cancel a mission |
Yesterday: 🧠 49 played · 💡 38 played · ✏️ 36 played |
On This Day Anniversary of • Pablo Picasso, Spanish artist and co-founder of Cubism, died at age 91 in Mougins, France. (1973) • Advance Australia Fair was proclaimed as Australia's national anthem by Governor-General Sir Ninian Stephen. (1983) • World Expo 88 opened in Brisbane, attracting more than 15 million visitors over six months. (1988) • Former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher died following a stroke at age 87. (2013) 🎂 Born on this day: British musician Julian Lennon (1963), American actress Robin Wright (1966), and English darts champion Trina Gulliver (1969). |
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Footsteps. |
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One Last Smile  The biscuit tin is full of sewing supplies, as nature intended. Send this to a friend who’d laugh |
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