Morning PostPerth Wednesday, 1 April 2026 • Issue #639 |
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Good morning! Perth's property market is defying the national trend with surging prices, while childhood vaccination rates are raising concern across WA. Plus, we've got Italian culture coming to Langley Park. — Nathan, Editor |
At a Glance 📰 Perth house prices surge as Australia's two biggest cities go backwards 🎵 Perth Italian Festival + 1 more events 💪 Health & Wellness: Mediterranean Diet Protects Your Memory 🕰️ On this day in 1976: Apple Computer Company was founded by Steve Jobs, Steve Wozniak, and... |
Today's Perth Perth house prices surge as Australia's two biggest cities go backwardsPerth's property market is bucking the national trend, with house prices continuing to climb while Sydney and Melbourne go backwards. The significant divide between capital cities reflects buyers weighing up interest rate hikes and geopolitical tensions. It's a stark contrast that puts Perth in the property winner's circle. via ABC PerthRegulators failed to act on warnings about Perth NDIS operatorRegulators were warned twice about an NDIS-linked operator now embroiled in liquidations, litigation and claims of missing money. The revelations raise serious questions about oversight of the disability support sector in WA. via WAtoday |
Around Australia Aussie young gun stars in IPL debut to lead Punjab to victoryCooper Connolly put in a game-winning performance for Punjab in his IPL debut, announcing himself on cricket's biggest T20 stage with a stellar showing. via ABC NewsHealth insurance premiums rise today as ministers react to Trump oil warningHealth insurance premiums are going up by an average of 4.41% from today, while government ministers are wary of Trump's 'get your own oil' comment amid global tensions. via The Guardian Australia |
Around the World Israel says it will keep control over part of southern Lebanon — Defence Minister Israel Katz says houses in Lebanese villages near the Israeli border will be demolished after the war with Hezbollah ends. via BBC World |
What's On What's On Every Wednesday we highlight live music and entertainment around Perth. FestivalLangley Park, 11 April Celebrate Italian culture with live music, delicious food stalls, cooking demos and family fun FreePICA & WA Museum, 18 April to 14 June WA's biggest Aboriginal art market plus a major PICA exhibition running until mid-June Got an event to share? Let us know → |
Health & Wellness Every Wednesday we share a tip for living well. Mediterranean Diet Protects Your MemoryFollowing a Mediterranean-style eating pattern - rich in olive oil, fish, nuts, and vegetables - may reduce dementia risk by up to 23% according to recent Australian studies. Focus on swapping butter for olive oil and adding more fish like salmon or sardines to your weekly meals. Source: Dementia Australia |
Daily Brainteaser 🧩 A man looks at a photograph and says: 'Brothers and sisters I have none, but that man's father is my father's son.' Who is in the photo?Answer revealed at the bottom of today's edition. |
Daily Games 💡 Today's Featured Game Word Ladder 6 steps · ~2 min DAWN → DUSK Change one letter at a time · Par: 6 steps Yesterday: 🧠 51 played · 💡 21 played · ✏️ 23 played |
On This Day Anniversary of • Apple Computer Company was founded by Steve Jobs, Steve Wozniak, and Ronald Wayne in California. (1976) • Canada's Northwest Territories was divided to create Nunavut, Canada's newest territory. (1999) • Former Yugoslav President Slobodan Milošević surrendered to police in Belgrade. (2001) • American forces invaded Okinawa in the final phase of World War II's Pacific campaign. (1945) 🎂 Born on this day: American actress and singer Debbie Reynolds (1932) and American film director Barry Sonnenfeld (1953). |
Brainteaser Answer
His son. |
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One Last Smile  The washing's been on the line two days, but it hasn't rained yet. Send this to a friend who’d laugh |
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