Morning PostPerth Friday, 24 April 2026 • Issue #662 |
Shower or two, clearing tomorrow ☀️ UV 5.1 • 🌅 Sunset 5:46 PM |
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Happy Friday, Perth. A bomb scare locked down the airport this week, dingoes have been attacking kids up north, and we're asking about your favourite comedy venues as The Rechabite hosts another big lineup. — Nathan, Editor |
At a Glance 📰 Airport evacuation after bomb hoax 📍 Daniel Foxx - How Lovely. + 5 more events 📺 What We're Watching 🕰️ On this day in 1990: The Space Shuttle Discovery launched carrying the Hubble Space... |
Today's Perth A 57-year-old man told Perth Airport staff he'd blow the place up, then abandoned his backpack and walked off. Passengers sat trapped on planes for three hours during the security response. He faced court Thursday. via WAtodayChildren have been bitten by dingoes at Karijini National Park three times since last Saturday. Rangers are now warning families to keep young ones close and never leave food out. via ABC Perth |
Around Australia The tribunal hearing Lance Collard's homophobia case argued that slurs are normal in AFL because the game is highly competitive. via ABC NewsCourt papers reveal the former soldier intended to leave Australia and establish a business abroad before his bail hearing. Documents were unsealed this week. via SBS News |
Around the World |
What’s On: Theatre & Stage 🎭 Tomorrow: ANZAC Day — Dawn services, remembrance. Respectful and solemn tone. Lest we forget. Closing soon The Rechabite, PerthThe Rechabite, Perth · Fri 24 Apr, 18:30 Catch this comedy show tonight at The Rechabite for an evening of sharp wit and clever storytelling. EveningBooking required The Rechabite, PerthThe Rechabite, Perth · Sun 26 Apr, 19:00 The beloved silent comedian celebrates two decades of mime, music and mayhem in this anniversary performance. FamilyEveningBooking required Now showing The Rechabite, PerthThe Rechabite, Perth · Fri 1 May, 18:30 Fresh comedy exploring identity and modern life with warmth and observational humor at The Rechabite. EveningBooking required The Rechabite, PerthThe Rechabite, Perth · Thu 7 May, 18:00 Award-winning comedian delivers a heartfelt show blending personal stories with hilarious insights about life and confidence. EveningBooking required Season tickets The Rechabite, PerthThe Rechabite, Perth · Sat 16 May, 20:30 Multi-award-winning comedian returns with fearless new material exploring life's absurdities and unexpected revelations. EveningBooking required The Rechabite, PerthThe Rechabite, Perth · Sun 12 Jul, 18:30 International stand-up star brings his distinctive observational comedy to Perth this July. EveningBooking required Got an event to share? Let us know → |
What We're Watching Every Friday we recommend something worth watching this weekend. The Dictionary of Lost Words by Pip WilliamsHistorical Fiction · Available at bookstores and libraries An Australian author imagines the untold story of women's words left out of the Oxford English Dictionary. Beautifully written and perfect for anyone who loves language, history, and stories about forgotten voices. Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van PeltFiction · Available at bookstores and libraries A widowed woman forms an unlikely friendship with a giant Pacific octopus while working at an aquarium. Charming, poignant, and surprisingly funny—this debut novel has captured hearts worldwide. |
Daily Brainteaser 🧩 You have two coins that add up to 30 cents. One of them is not a 20-cent piece. What are the coins?Answer revealed at the bottom of today's edition. |
Daily Games 🧠 Today's Featured Game Trivia General Knowledge · 7 questions · ~2 min What is the name of the largest desert in the world? | A) Sahara Desert | | B) Antarctic Desert | | C) Arabian Desert | | D) Gobi Desert |
Yesterday: 🧠 44 played · 💡 39 played · ✏️ 37 played |
On This Day Anniversary of • The Space Shuttle Discovery launched carrying the Hubble Space Telescope into orbit. (1990) • The Eureka Hotel in Ballarat was burned down by gold miners, an event that contributed to the Eureka Stockade rebellion. (1854) • Soviet cosmonaut Vladimir Komarov became the first person to die during a space mission when Soyuz 1 crashed. (1967) • The Port Arthur massacre occurred in Tasmania when a gunman killed 35 people, leading to major gun law reforms in Australia. (1996) 🎂 Born on this day: American singer and actress Barbra Streisand (1942), American singer Kelly Clarkson (1982), and Australian rugby union player Radike Samo (1976). |
Brainteaser Answer
A 20-cent piece and a 10-cent piece. One of them isn't a 20 — but the other one is. |
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