Morning PostPerth Sunday, 12 April 2026 • Issue #650 |
Sunny skies with a top of 31° ☀️ UV 6.8 • 🌅 Sunset 5:59 PM |
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Happy Sunday, Perth. Today we're looking at major changes in WA's wool industry, some of the state's best hiking trails, and a devastating crash in the Hills. Plus your Sunday brain teaser. — Nathan, Editor |
At a Glance 📰 Major wool handler shifts operations to Victoria 🎭 Barrack Square Markets + 3 more events ✈️ Travel & Deals: Virgin Australia Holidays: Double Status Credits on flight + hotel packages to favourite destinations 🕰️ On this day in 1961: Soviet cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin became the first human in space aboard... |
Today's Perth Elders will close its WA wool processing centre and move staff to Victoria, citing falling production levels across the state. The decision follows recent changes to livestock export regulations affecting the industry. via ABC PerthThe man who holds the Bibbulmun Track speed record has compiled a list of must-visit trails across Western Australia. Cameron Bostock says hiking has transformed his life and wants to share that passion. via WAtoday |
Around Australia Imogen Radburn, 20, has assembled the nation's first all-female car racing team after discovering dozens of women eager to compete in motorsport. via ABC News |
Around the World |
What's On MarketBarrack St Jetty, Elizabeth Quay, every Sunday 8am-2pm Perth's biggest outdoor brunch club with food stalls, artisan crafts and river views FreePICA & WA Museum Boola Bardip, until 14 June WA's largest Aboriginal art market on 18 April, plus major exhibition running mid-June FamilyPerth Zoo, South Perth, until 31 December Keeper-led sessions get you up close with native wildlife, bookings essential FreeVictoria Quay, Fremantle, until 31 December Explore centuries of seafaring history from Aboriginal watercraft to America's Cup yachts Got an event to share? Let us know → |
Travel & Deals Every Sunday we share a holiday or travel deal worth knowing about. Velocity members booking bundled flight and hotel packages through Virgin Australia Holidays by Hopper earn Double Status Credits on eligible bookings, plus benefit from great overall value by booking together. This offer covers selected Australian and international destinations with flexible booking options. Perfect for frequent flyers looking to boost their status while planning their next getaway. Offer ends: 23 March 2026 💡 Even if you're not close to your next status tier, Double Status Credits roll over and help you maintain or achieve status for future years - particularly valuable for retirees who travel regularly. |
Daily Brainteaser 🧩 What has one eye but can't see?Answer revealed at the bottom of today's edition. |
Daily Games 🧠 Today's Featured Game Trivia Arts & Literature · 7 questions · ~2 min Which classic novel by Mary Shelley is often considered the first work of science fiction? | A) Dracula | | B) Frankenstein | | C) The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde | | D) The Time Machine |
Yesterday: 🧠 55 played · 💡 40 played · ✏️ 45 played |
On This Day Anniversary of • Soviet cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin became the first human in space aboard Vostok 1. (1961) • The Space Shuttle Columbia launched on STS-1, the first flight of NASA's Space Shuttle program. (1981) • Bill Haley and His Comets recorded Rock Around the Clock in New York City. (1954) • Former South Australian Premier Don Dunstan died at age 81, remembered for progressive social reforms. (2007) 🎂 Born on this day: American singer Tiny Tim (1932), American talk show host David Letterman (1947), and Australian AFL footballer Brendon Goddard (1985). |
Brainteaser Answer
A needle. |
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One Last Smile  Retirement means I can finally use the good towels. Still haven't, though. Send this to a friend who’d laugh |
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