Morning PostPerth Wednesday, 13 May 2026 Β β’Β Issue #681 |
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Yesterday I said I'd been working on something for you. Here it is.
The Just-In-Case Folder β a print-and-fill workbook that holds everything your family would need if you were suddenly out of the picture. I've taken over both of today's ad slots so I can show you what's inside. Back to regular sponsors tomorrow. β Nathan, Editor |
At a Glance π° Federal court awards Yindjibarndi people landmark $150m settlement π FONIKA The Latin American Rock Experience AU / NZ TOUR 2026 + 3 more events πͺ Health & Wellness: Morning Sunlight May Help You Sleep Better Tonight π°οΈ On this day in 1787: The First Fleet departed from Portsmouth, England, bound for... |
Today's Perth Mining giant Fortescue must pay record native title compensation after its Solomon Hub destroyed 140 heritage sites and caused cultural harm. The payout is the largest ever ordered under native title law. via The Guardian WATwo south-west WA towns are recording Australia's steepest property price growth as Perth's boom spreads to the regions. Real estate agents report unprecedented demand. via The West Australianπ paywallA Perth council will spend $50,000 reviewing its planning staff after residents claimed poor interpretation of local development rules. The external audit follows sustained community pressure. via WAtodayπ paywall |
Around Australia Jim Chalmers is defending reforms to negative gearing and capital gains rules unveiled in last night's budget. The Opposition vows to reverse the changes. via ABC NewsA visual breakdown shows where every dollar of your tax contribution goes in this year's massive spending plan. via SBS News |
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Whatβs On: Music π΅ The Rechabite, PerthFri 22 May, 19:30 Vibrant Latin American rock from across the continent, blending classic rhythms with electric energy. The Rechabite, PerthTue 26 May, 19:30 Soulful American singer-songwriter brings intimate storytelling and smooth R&B to The Rechabite. The Rechabite, PerthThu 16 Jul, 19:30 Award-winning Australian vocalist delivers an intimate solo performance celebrating connection through song. The Rechabite, PerthFri 25 Sep, 19:00 Rising Australian pop singer-songwriter tours her latest work with heartfelt vocals and catchy melodies. Got an event to share? Let us know β |
Health & Wellness Every Wednesday we share a tip for living well. Morning Sunlight May Help You Sleep Better TonightGetting 30 minutes of natural light before noon helps regulate your circadian rhythm, making it easier to fall asleep at night. Australian researchers found that morning sun exposure improved sleep quality in older adults by up to 25%. Try having your morning cuppa outside or taking a short walk before lunch. Source: Sleep Health Foundation Australia π Today's Poll Do you sleep better after spending time in the sun? DefinitelyNo differenceπ Yesterday's Poll If something happened to you tomorrow, could your family find what they'd need? Yes β mostly sorted led with 75% |
β¦ From Morning Post Why I made thisI built The Just-In-Case Folder after watching too many friends scramble through their parents' paperwork in the worst week of their lives β bank logins they didn't have, funeral wishes nobody'd written down, a will somewhere in a filing cabinet but nobody knew which one. It's the antidote to that scramble. One workbook that holds the lot. Most readers fill it in over a weekend, file it in a drawer, and sleep a little easier the night after. Today only β both ad slots are mine. Back to regular sponsors tomorrow. β Nathan |
Daily Brainteaser 𧩠What goes up and down the stairs without moving?Answer revealed at the bottom of today's edition. |
Daily Games π‘ Today's Featured Game Word Ladder 2 steps Β· ~2 min HALE β FATE Change one letter at a time Β· Par: 2 steps Yesterday: π§ 138 played Β Β·Β π‘ 87 played Β Β·Β βοΈ 88 played |
On This Day Anniversary of β’ The First Fleet departed from Portsmouth, England, bound for Australia. (1787) β’ The first Australian Grand Prix for Formula One cars was held at Nuriootpa, South Australia. (1950) β’ Pope John Paul II was shot and wounded in St Peter's Square. (1981) β’ Winston Churchill delivered his 'blood, toil, tears and sweat' speech. (1940) π Born on this day: American soul music legend Stevie Wonder (1950), American basketball star Dennis Rodman (1961), and Australian tennis champion Samantha Stosur (1984). |
Brainteaser Answer
A carpet or stair runner. It stays in place while covering the stairs. |
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One Last Smile  The garden hose has been coiled the same wrong way for three years now. Send this to a friend whoβd laugh |
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