Morning PostPerth Thursday, 16 April 2026 • Issue #654 |
Partly cloudy today, cooling tomorrow with showers possible ☀️ UV 6.2 • 🌅 Sunset 5:54 PM |
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Good morning! A landmark court ruling has just reshaped one of WA's biggest mining fortunes, while Canberra prepares to pour billions more into defence. Plus, we're asking: do you shop around for insurance? — Nathan, Editor |
At a Glance 📰 Billionaire mining magnate must share royalties after court defeat 📍 Revealed: Aboriginal Art Market & Exhibition + 5 more events 💰 Money Matters: Review Your Home and Car Insurance Every Year 🕰️ On this day in 1943: Swiss chemist Albert Hofmann accidentally discovered the psychedelic... |
Today's Perth A Supreme Court decision has forced Gina Rinehart to pay hundreds of millions in mining royalties to the descendants of iron ore pioneer Peter Wright. via WAtodayDespite being ordered to share royalties, Gina Rinehart and her company are the clear winners of the Hope Downs legal battle, according to Perth mining commentator Tim Treadgold. via ABC PerthAfter a partial court defeat costing millions in legal fees, observers wonder whether Gina Rinehart will appeal the decision or finally settle her disputes with children and business rivals. via The Guardian WA |
Around Australia Military spending will climb to 3 per cent of GDP within seven years, delivering billions extra for Australian Defence Force projects. via SBS NewsThe Gunners secured a Champions League semifinal berth with a scoreless draw, while Bayern Munich beat Real Madrid in a dramatic quarter-final. via ABC News |
Around the World |
What's On FreePICA & WA Museum Boola Bardip, until 14 Jun WA's largest Aboriginal art market kicks off this Saturday, paired with a stunning PICA exhibition. MusicPerth Concert Hall, 19 Apr Prog-rock legends bring their iconic sound to the Concert Hall this Sunday. FreeVarious heritage sites, until 30 Apr Over 100 events celebrating Perth's built and cultural heritage, most completely free. ArtsElizabeth Quay, until 5 May Explore sacred sites and ancient grounds with Aboriginal guides along the Swan River. ExhibitionNorthbridge Centre, until 30 Jun Walk the Grand Staircase and see 300+ authentic artefacts from the ocean floor. FamilyPerth Zoo, until 31 Dec Intimate keeper-led sessions bring you face-to-face with native wildlife. Got an event to share? Let us know → |
Money Matters Every Thursday we share a practical money tip. Review Your Home and Car Insurance Every YearLoyalty doesn't pay when it comes to insurance — premiums often creep up while your coverage needs may have changed. Take an hour each year to compare quotes and check if you're over-insured on items like contents or vehicles that have depreciated. You might save hundreds of dollars, and ensure your excess levels still suit your budget. Source: ASIC MoneySmart 📊 Today's Poll Do you shop around for insurance each year? Every yearSet and forget📊 Yesterday's Poll Could you stand on one leg for 30 seconds? Easy led with 63% (76 votes) |
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Daily Brainteaser 🧩 What English word keeps the same pronunciation even after you remove four of its five letters?Answer revealed at the bottom of today's edition. |
Daily Games 💡 Today's Featured Game Word Ladder 2 steps · ~2 min FEAR → DEAD Change one letter at a time · Par: 2 steps Yesterday: 🧠 62 played · 💡 48 played · ✏️ 38 played |
On This Day Anniversary of • Swiss chemist Albert Hofmann accidentally discovered the psychedelic effects of LSD. (1943) • Apollo 16 launched from Kennedy Space Center, carrying astronauts to the moon's Descartes Highlands. (1972) • Australian forces landed at Tarakan Island in Borneo, beginning the first stage of the Borneo Campaign. (1945) • The bodies of Australian and Dutch MH17 victims arrived in the Netherlands after the plane was shot down over Ukraine. (2014) 🎂 Born on this day: British silent film legend Charlie Chaplin (1889), Australian Midnight Oil frontman Peter Garrett (1953), and British actress Gina McKee (1964). |
Brainteaser Answer
Queue — remove the 'u, e, u, e' and the 'Q' still sounds the same. |
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One Last Smile  Fremantle Markets on a Thursday: locals only, no queue for the doughnut van. Send this to a friend who’d laugh |
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