Morning PostSydney Thursday, 9 April 2026 • Issue #647 |
Cloud clearing, pleasant afternoon ahead ☀️ UV 6.3 • 🌅 Sunset 5:40 PM |
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Good morning! A council's plan to rename part of Homebush has locals up in arms, while court documents reveal what Jackie O allegedly endured on air. Plus, we've rounded up the best markets happening this weekend. — Nathan, Editor |
At a Glance 📰 Homebush residents cry foul over council renaming plan 🛒 Carriageworks Farmers Market + 5 more events 💰 Money Matters: Could You Qualify for a Commonwealth Seniors Health Card? 🕰️ On this day in 1865: Confederate General Robert E. Lee surrendered to Union General... |
Today's Sydney Strathfield Council wants to rename South Homebush, arguing it gets mixed up with the Olympic precinct. But the proposed new name — borrowing from a neighbouring suburb — has upset locals who see it as social climbing. Some councillors are pushing ahead despite the backlash. via ABC SydneyAdriana Rivas, who worked as a nanny in Bondi, will be extradited to Chile to face allegations of aggravated kidnapping during Augusto Pinochet's military dictatorship in the 1970s. She denies the accusations. via The Guardian Sydney |
Around Australia Trucking operators say diesel is being siphoned from vehicles as people become "desperate" amid the cost-of-living crisis. While anecdotal reports of fuel theft and drive-offs are climbing, police data hasn't yet confirmed a clear trend. via The Guardian AustraliaThe Strait of Hormuz could reopen soon following a surprise ceasefire between the US and Iran, which will ease pressure on global shipping and fuel supplies. via SBS News |
Around the World |
What's On Markets & Food Every Thursday we feature markets and food events around Sydney. FreeCarriageworks, Eveleigh · Every Saturday 8am-1pm Over 70 stalls of sustainable NSW produce under cover at one of Sydney's best-loved farmers markets Night MarketOxford Street · Tomorrow, 10 Apr Browse food, crafts and fashion under the lights on one of Sydney's most iconic streets MarketOxford Street · Saturday, 11 Apr Fresh seasonal produce and artisan goods in the heart of the city MarketBondi Beach Public School · Every Saturday & Sunday Farmers market Saturday mornings, artisan market Sunday — both right by the beach FreeGeorge St & Playfair St · Every Saturday & Sunday 10am-5pm Handmade jewellery, art and homewares in historic cobbled laneways with live music OrganicMarrickville · Sunday, 12 Apr Find fresh organic produce and wholefood staples at this inner-west favourite Got an event to share? Let us know → |
🍴 New to the Table Freshly opened in Sydney ItalianBarangaroo a'Mare expands upstairs with a new pizzeria and aperitivo bar offering the same quality without fine-dining prices via concreteplayground.com → Martini BarSydney CBD MUCHO Group's new Bridge Street spot brings extra-dry martinis, pan-Asian flavours and moody after-dark vibes via concreteplayground.com → |
Money Matters Every Thursday we share a practical money tip. Could You Qualify for a Commonwealth Seniors Health Card?If you're over Age Pension age but don't qualify for the full pension due to assets, you might still be eligible for a Commonwealth Seniors Health Card. It offers cheaper prescriptions, bulk-billed doctor visits, and other health concessions. Check the income test limits on the Services Australia website — many self-funded retirees miss out simply because they don't apply. Source: Services Australia 📊 Today's Poll Do you have a Commonwealth Seniors Health Card? YesNo📊 Yesterday's Poll What type of strength training sounds more appealing to start with? Resistance bands at home led with 53% (51 votes) |
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Daily Brainteaser 🧩 What is full of holes but still holds water?Answer revealed at the bottom of today's edition. |
Daily Games 🧠 Today's Featured Game Trivia Food & Drink · 7 questions · ~2 min What is the name of the thick Spanish tomato-based cold soup traditionally served in summer? | A) Minestrone | | B) Gazpacho | | C) Vichyssoise | | D) Borscht |
Yesterday: 🧠 60 played · 💡 48 played · ✏️ 51 played |
On This Day Anniversary of • Confederate General Robert E. Lee surrendered to Union General Ulysses S. Grant at Appomattox Court House, effectively ending the American Civil War. (1865) • Japanese forces captured Bataan in the Philippines, leading to the infamous Bataan Death March of Allied prisoners. (1942) • Australian swimmer Dawn Fraser set a new world record for the 100-metre freestyle at the Australian Championships in Adelaide. (1960) • The Australian Labor Party, led by Paul Keating, won a historic fifth consecutive federal election victory. (1992) 🎂 Born on this day: Australian cricket legend Dennis Lillee (1949), American Playboy founder Hugh Hefner (1926), and Spanish golf champion Seve Ballesteros (1957). |
Brainteaser Answer
A sponge. |
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One Last Smile  The Fig Tree Café queue proves Sydney takes its breakfast very seriously. Send this to a friend who’d laugh |
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