Morning PostSydney Tuesday, 26 May 2026 • Issue #694 |
Showers today, heavier tomorrow ☀️ UV 3.3 • 🌅 Sunset 4:56 PM |
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Good morning. On National Sorry Day, we pause to remember the Stolen Generations and the healing journey that continues. Today we're covering a renewable energy agency's apology after destroying an Aboriginal rock shelter, despite knowing it was there. — Nathan, Editor |
At a Glance 📰 Aboriginal rock shelter demolished by energy authority 📍 Smartphone Photography Class + 5 more events 💬 Vote in this week's poll 🕰️ On this day in 1868: The last convict ship to Australia, the Hougoumont, arrived in... |
Today's Sydney ACREZ has issued an unreserved apology to traditional owners after destroying a sacred site it knew about. Environment Minister Penny Sharpe expressed fury at the incident. via ABC SydneySydney activists detained while attempting to deliver Gaza aid have returned, with organisers claiming abuse and violence during their imprisonment. via The Guardian SydneyMatthew Lloyd believes the Magpies should consider switching captains following another injury setback to Darcy Moore. via Sydney Morning Herald🔒 paywall |
Around Australia Leaked documents show BHP staff doubt the company can meet net zero goals after delays rolling out renewable energy and electric vehicles. via ABC NewsSenate estimates heard WhatsApp accounts were compromised in a wave of cyber attacks on political figures. via SBS News |
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What’s On: Community & Learning 🤝 Today: National Sorry Day The RocksRuns regularly · $99 - $109 Master your phone camera with expert tips on composition, light and editing in iconic Sydney. Potts PointRuns regularly · $65 - $69 Learn to fold and steam dumplings from scratch in a relaxed, hands-on session. Rooty HillRuns regularly · $115 Hand-pour a candle with botanicals or fragrance of your choice — calm, hands-on, satisfying. DarlinghurstRuns regularly · $79 - $99 Painting at your own pace with a glass in hand — sociable, easy, take home what you make. Crows NestRuns regularly · $99 - $119 Create beautiful bouquets with seasonal blooms and learn classic arrangement techniques to take home. BurwoodRuns regularly · $59 Try your hand at the pottery wheel and shape your own bowl or mug to keep. Got an event to share? Let us know → |
Your Say Every Tuesday we put a question to the vote. 📊 Today's Poll Is the Harbour Bridge climb worth doing at least once? AbsolutelyToo expensive📊 Yesterday's Poll Would you hire a tradie who knocked on your door? Absolutely not led with 94% |
Daily Brainteaser 🧩 What five-letter word has six left after you take two letters away?Answer revealed at the bottom of today's edition. |
Daily Games ✏️ Today's Featured Game Crossword 10 clues · ~3 min | 1 Across Aristocratic or honourable | | 6 Across Pacific or Atlantic body of water | | 7 Across Wild animal or brute |
Yesterday: 🧠 144 played · 💡 102 played · ✏️ 116 played |
On This Day Anniversary of • The last convict ship to Australia, the Hougoumont, arrived in Fremantle, Western Australia, ending 80 years of transportation. (1868) • The first elected Northern Territory Parliament sat in Darwin, marking a new era of self-government for the Territory. (1998) • Operation Dynamo began, the evacuation of Allied soldiers from Dunkirk during World War II. (1940) • The United States and Soviet Union signed the SALT I treaty, limiting strategic nuclear weapons in a landmark arms control agreement. (1972) 🎂 Born on this day: American Hollywood Western star John Wayne (1907), Polish-Australian businesswoman and cosmetics pioneer Helena Rubinstein (1872), and American rock musician Lenny Kravitz (1964). |
Brainteaser Answer
SIXTY. Remove the letters 'T' and 'Y' and you're left with SIX. |
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One Last Smile  Paddington Markets prove one person's garage clearout is another's vintage treasure. Send this to a friend who’d laugh |
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