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Morning PostSydney Saturday, 28 March 2026 • Issue #635 |
Partly cloudy with UV 7.3, sunset at 6:56 PM ☀️ UV 7.3 • 🌅 Sunset 6:56 PM |
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Good morning! Authorities are urging everyone to stay away from NSW beaches this weekend as hazardous surf conditions continue. Plus, the Socceroos snatch a late victory, and we've got your weekend theatre guide. — Nathan, Editor |
At a Glance 📰 NSW beaches too dangerous for weekend visits 🎭 My Brilliant Career + 3 more events 🍳 Recipe of the Week: Classic Lamb Shank and Vegetable Stew 🕰️ On this day in 1979: A partial meltdown occurred at the Three Mile Island nuclear power... |
Today's Sydney NSW beaches too dangerous for weekend visitsAuthorities are warning rock fishers, swimmers and boaters to cancel their beach plans entirely this weekend. NSW beaches will be too dangerous to visit, with hazardous surf and weather conditions expected to continue through Saturday and Sunday. It's a rare 'forget it' warning from emergency services. via ABC SydneySwastika scratched into Paddington bagel shop windowPolice are investigating after a swastika was found scratched into the window of Lox in a Box, a Jewish bagel shop in Paddington. It's the latest in a string of alleged antisemitic incidents in Sydney since October 2023. via The Guardian SydneyFlights cancelled as wild weather continuesDozens of flights have been cancelled around the country as unseasonably chilly conditions batter Sydney. Experts are describing it as a 'once-in-50-year' weather phenomenon, bringing the first snow of the year to NSW and Victoria. via 9News Sydney |
Around Australia Socceroos win late as teen debutant shinesJordy Bos scored a late winner as the Socceroos beat Cameroon in Sydney last night, with 18-year-old Lucas Herrington impressing on debut ahead of the World Cup. via ABC News |
Around the World UN human rights chief demands probe into Iran school strike — The UN's Volker Türk is calling on the US to conclude its investigation into the Iran school strike that killed at least 168 people, mostly children. via BBC World |
What's On Theatre & Performance Every Saturday we spotlight theatre and performances around Sydney. TheatreRoslyn Packer Theatre, Walsh Bay, until 3 May Joyful musical adaptation with pub-rock soundtrack and award-winning design starring Sheridan Harbridge TheatreDrama Theatre, Sydney Opera House, 30 Mar to 16 May Miranda Otto stars in Jez Butterworth's alluring two-hander about mystery and fishing DanceJoan Sutherland Theatre, 7 to 18 Apr 35 dancers unite in Frances Rings' stunning work with score by William Barton ComedyConcert Hall, Sydney Opera House, 20 Apr Annual showcase featuring Bron Lewis, Harry Jun, Sammy J, Felicity Ward and more Got an event to share? Let us know → |
Recipe of the Week Every Saturday we share a recipe worth trying. Classic Lamb Shank and Vegetable StewServes 4 · 2 hours 30 minutes This tender, warming stew brings back memories of Sunday dinners and fills the house with the most wonderful aromas. 4 lamb shanks, 2 tbsp plain flour, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 large onion, diced, 3 carrots, chopped, 3 potatoes, cubed, 2 cups beef stock, 1 cup red wine, 2 tsp fresh rosemary, Salt and pepper to taste Method 1. Dust lamb shanks with flour and brown in oil in a large heavy-based pot. 2. Add onion and cook until softened, then add vegetables and herbs. 3. Pour in stock and wine, bring to boil then reduce heat to low. 4. Cover and simmer for 2 hours until meat falls off the bone. 5. Season to taste and serve with crusty bread or mashed potato. 6. Allow to rest for 10 minutes before serving for best flavour. 📊 Today's Poll For slow-cooked meals, do you prefer lamb or beef? LambBeef |
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Daily Games 🧠 Today's Featured Game Trivia Australia · 7 questions · ~2 min What Australian slang term refers to a remote, sparsely populated rural area? | A) The Bush | | B) The Scrub | | C) The Outback | | D) The Never-Never |
Yesterday 32 people played · Average score: 5/7 |
On This Day Anniversary of • A partial meltdown occurred at the Three Mile Island nuclear power plant in Pennsylvania. (1979) • A major earthquake measuring 8.6 struck near Sumatra, Indonesia, killing over 1,300 people. (2005) • Henri Fabre became the first person to fly a seaplane, taking off from water near Martigues, France. (1910) • The Spanish Civil War ended with the surrender of Madrid to Francisco Franco's Nationalist forces. (1939) 🎂 Born on this day: American country music star Reba McEntire (1955), American pop singer and actress Lady Gaga (1986), and American actor and comedian Vince Vaughn (1970). |
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