Morning PostSydney Friday, 29 May 2026 • Issue #697 |
Showers clearing, mostly sunny tomorrow ☀️ UV 3.1 • 🌅 Sunset 4:55 PM |
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Good morning. The corruption watchdog has revealed revealing text messages from a group of Sydney council officials, while small business owners push back on federal tax changes. Plus: catch a rare celestial event tonight.
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At a Glance 📰 Council officials plotted to install allies in senior roles, watchdog finds 📍 Free Salsa Classes in Woolloomooloo + 4 more events 📺 What We're Watching: After the Party + The Gentlemen 🕰️ On this day in 1953: Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay became the first people confirmed... |
Today's Sydney Text messages shown to the corruption commission reveal long-serving Parramatta council members discussed securing top jobs for themselves and their circle. The group, dubbed the 'Pink Ladies,' allegedly planned to sideline existing staff. via ABC SydneyA series of raids has crippled a gang linked to recent shootings, kidnappings and attempted murders across the city. One alleged leader was arrested while another was recently killed. via 9News SydneyMario Vargas Llosa's final book has been published following his death. Critics describe it as a flawed yet haunting farewell from one of literature's masters. via Sydney Morning Herald🔒 paywall |
Around Australia Small business owners want Labor to reconsider more than just income thresholds in its capital gains tax shake-up. via ABC NewsTony Abbott will resign from Advance when he becomes Liberal federal president. Party figures worry he may appoint conservative allies to key roles. via The Guardian Australia |
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What’s On: Theatre & Stage 🎭 Learn Latin dance basics in a relaxed, social setting with experienced instructors and friendly faces. Free Hilarious comedy about two aspiring writers pitching a Broadway show about the printing press inventor. Beloved Southern comedy-drama celebrating friendship, resilience and the bonds between six extraordinary women. Spectacular musical following the lost Russian princess on her journey from St Petersburg to Paris. Award-winning theatrical spectacle brings Simba's story to life with stunning puppetry and unforgettable songs. Got an event to share? Let us know → |
What We're Watching Every Friday we recommend something worth watching this weekend. After the PartyDrama Series · ABC iview A New Zealand woman's life unravels when she accuses her husband's business partner of assault, but no one believes her. Gripping domestic thriller with standout performances exploring power, truth, and the cost of speaking up. The GentlemenDrama Series · Netflix Guy Ritchie brings his signature style to this spin-off series about an aristocrat who inherits his father's estate—and discovers it's actually the front for a massive cannabis operation. Sharp dialogue and a stellar British cast make it rollicking fun. |
Daily Brainteaser 🧩 What has cities but no houses, forests but no trees, and water but no fish?Answer revealed at the bottom of today's edition. |
Daily Games ✏️ Today's Featured Game Crossword 10 clues · ~3 min | 1 Across Dangerous fish with sharp teeth | | 6 Across Long-legged wading bird | | 7 Across Disagree or debate |
Yesterday: 🧠 146 played · 💡 77 played · ✏️ 98 played |
On This Day Anniversary of • Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay became the first people confirmed to reach the summit of Mount Everest. (1953) • The Australian tennis team defeated the United States to win the Davis Cup at White City Stadium in Sydney. (1954) • A riot broke out at the European Cup Final at Heysel Stadium in Brussels, resulting in 39 deaths and leading to English clubs being banned from European competition. (1985) • The Sydney Opera House was officially opened by Queen Elizabeth II after 14 years of construction and controversy. (1973) 🎂 Born on this day: American President John F. Kennedy (1917), British-American comedian and entertainer Bob Hope (1903), and Australian Olympic gold medal speed skater Steven Bradbury (1973). |
Brainteaser Answer
A map. It shows representations of these things but doesn't contain the actual physical objects. |
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