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Saturday, 2 May 2026  •  Issue #670

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Good morning! A Kalgoorlie mum got the shock of her life in the delivery room this week, while closer to home there's still time to join this morning's parkrun at Claisebrook Cove.

— Nathan, Editor

At a Glance

📰 Kalgoorlie family welcomes surprise fourth baby

📍 Go Cultural Aboriginal Walking Tours + 3 more events

🍳 Recipe of the Week: Asian-Style Pork Mince Lettuce Cups

🕰️ On this day in 1945: Australian troops captured Wewak in New Guinea from Japanese forces.

Today's Perth

Kalgoorlie family welcomes surprise fourth baby

A 45-year-old woman expecting triplets delivered an unexpected fourth baby, creating an extremely rare set of quadruplets. Medical staff were stunned by the surprise arrival during the IVF-assisted birth.

via ABC Perth

Man awaiting trial allegedly kills housemate in noodle dispute

A 51-year-old on bail for child sex charges allegedly struck his housemate fatally with a power drill during an argument about cleaning up after cooking. The incident occurred in October 2023.

via WAtoday

Around Australia

PM pledges universal childcare on re-election anniversary

Anthony Albanese says lifting living standards is the best response to rising populism, marking one year since his landslide victory with renewed childcare commitments.

via The Guardian Australia

Single Adelaide room only affordable rental for JobSeeker recipients

A solitary room in Adelaide is now Australia's only rental property within reach for someone living on JobSeeker payments, new affordability data reveals.

via SBS News

Around the World

Trump claims Iran ceasefire removes need for Congress approval — US president argues hostilities have ended, telling lawmakers he no longer requires congressional authorisation for military action.

via BBC World

Kenyan runner receives hero's welcome after breaking marathon barrier — Sabastian Sawe greeted by crowds in Eldoret after becoming first person to officially complete marathon under two hours.

via The Guardian World

What’s On: Weekends Out 🌲

Elizabeth Quay, Perth

Go Cultural Aboriginal Walking Tours

1 Jan 2025 – 5 May

Walk through sacred sites with Aboriginal guides along the Swan River foreshore for unique cultural insights.

Claisebrook Cove, East Perth

parkrun Perth

Every Saturday 8am

Free timed 5km walk or run every Saturday morning — sociable, welcoming, and perfect for all fitness levels.

Free
Victoria Quay, Fremantle

WA Maritime Museum

1 Jan 2025 – 31 Dec

Explore WA's maritime heritage from Aboriginal seafaring to the America's Cup gallery, with free entry.

Free
Perth Zoo, South Perth

Close Encounters at Perth Zoo

1 Jan 2025 – 31 Dec

Intimate keeper-led sessions bring you close to native animals; daily experiences with bookings essential.

Got an event to share? Let us know →

Recipe of the Week

Every Saturday we share a recipe worth trying.

Asian-Style Pork Mince Lettuce Cups

Serves 4 · 25 minutes

These light, flavourful lettuce cups make a refreshing change from heavier meals and come together in less than 30 minutes. They're interactive, fun to eat, and packed with delicious Asian flavours you'll find in your local supermarket.

500g pork mince, 2 tbsp vegetable oil, 1 brown onion, finely diced, 2 cloves garlic, crushed, 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp oyster sauce, 1 tbsp hoisin sauce, 1 red capsicum, finely diced, 1 cup frozen corn kernels, 4 spring onions, sliced, 1/4 cup water chestnuts, drained and chopped, 2 iceberg lettuces, leaves separated, Fresh coriander and lime wedges to serve

Method

1. Heat oil in a large wok or frying pan over high heat. Add pork mince and cook, breaking up with a wooden spoon, for 5 minutes until browned.

2. Add onion, garlic and ginger, cooking for 2 minutes until fragrant. Add capsicum and corn, stir-frying for another 3 minutes.

3. Pour in soy sauce, oyster sauce and hoisin sauce. Add water chestnuts and half the spring onions, tossing for 2 minutes until heated through and well combined.

4. To serve, spoon warm pork mixture into lettuce cups. Top with remaining spring onions, coriander leaves and a squeeze of lime. Let everyone build their own at the table for a fun, casual meal.

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On This Day

Anniversary of

• Australian troops captured Wewak in New Guinea from Japanese forces. (1945)

• Australia's first legal casino opened in Hobart, Tasmania. (1988)

• Soviet forces announced the fall of Berlin. (1945)

• US Navy SEALs killed Osama bin Laden in Pakistan. (2011)

🎂 Born on this day: Australian singer and actress Christine Anu (1970), English football legend David Beckham (1975), and American actor and wrestler Dwayne Johnson (1972).

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