Morning PostPerth Friday, 15 May 2026 • Issue #683 |
Showers today, clearing tomorrow ☀️ UV 3.8 • 🌅 Sunset 5:28 PM |
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Good morning! A WA town is overrun by rodents so thick that drivers describe the crunch as 'popping bubble wrap.' We've also got news on where e-scooters are causing the most grief, and a rare bit of good health news for our littlest ones. — Nathan, Editor |
At a Glance 📰 Rodent invasion turns roads into crunchy nightmare 📍 Sofie Hagen - I Think Some Of This Is My Fault + 5 more events 📺 What We're Watching 🕰️ On this day in 1940: The first McDonald's restaurant opened in California. |
Today's Perth A Western Australian community is facing an overwhelming mouse infestation, with residents comparing the sound of driving over them to bubble wrap. Farmers remain unable to access stronger bait needed to control the plague. via ABC PerthSam Kerr will leave Chelsea at season's end after a record-breaking stint in the Women's Super League. The Matildas captain's next move has not yet been announced. via Perth NowA nationwide RSV immunisation program has almost halved hospital admissions for infants under one. Around 12,000 Australian babies contract the life-threatening respiratory virus each year. via The West Australian🔒 paywall |
Around Australia Angus Taylor has promised to scrap all negative gearing changes and return $22.5 billion in bracket creep to workers if elected. via ABC NewsThe opposition's budget reply centred on capping net overseas migration and linking it directly to available housing supply. via SBS News |
Around the World |
What’s On: Theatre & Stage 🎭 The Rechabite, PerthFri 15 May, 18:30 Danish comedian explores self-blame and life's absurdities in this honest, thought-provoking show. The Rechabite, PerthSat 16 May, 18:00 Acclaimed comedian returns with sharp observations and storytelling that resonates across generations. The Rechabite, PerthSat 16 May, 18:30 Witty comedian delivers an evening of relatable tales and clever insights into modern life. The Rechabite, PerthSat 16 May, 20:30 Award-winning comedian brings boundary-pushing humour and inventive performance to Perth this weekend. The Rechabite, PerthWed 17 Jun, 19:00 Acclaimed performer brings poignant storytelling blending humour and cultural reflection this winter. The Rechabite, PerthSun 12 Jul, 18:30 International comedy favourite returns with fresh material exploring everyday absurdities and universal truths. Got an event to share? Let us know → |
What We're Watching Every Friday we recommend something worth watching this weekend. DeadlochComedy Series · Prime Video A darkly funny murder mystery set in a quirky Tasmanian town, starring Kate Box and Madeleine Sami as mismatched detectives. Sharp writing with plenty of laughs and local colour. The TwelveDrama Series · Binge An Australian courtroom drama that follows the jurors as much as the trial itself, exploring how personal biases shape justice. Gripping and thought-provoking. |
Daily Brainteaser 🧩 What do the words 'stressed,' 'drawer' and 'reward' have in common?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 smallest bone in the human body? | A) Stapes | | B) Malleus | | C) Incus | | D) Patella |
Yesterday: 🧠 114 played · 💡 93 played · ✏️ 95 played |
On This Day Anniversary of • The first McDonald's restaurant opened in California. (1940) • The Flying Doctor Service made its first official flight from Cloncurry, Queensland. (1928) • Soviet troops began their withdrawal from Afghanistan. (1988) • The Adelaide to Darwin railway link was officially approved by the federal government. (1997) 🎂 Born on this day: Australian television personality Lainie Anderson (1937), Indian actress and chef Madhur Jaffrey (1933), and British tennis champion Andy Murray (1987). |
Brainteaser Answer
Each spells another English word backwards: 'desserts,' 'reward' (from drawer), and 'drawer' (from reward). |
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One Last Smile  The ceiling fan gets turned on in April and doesn't stop until June. Send this to a friend who’d laugh |
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