Morning PostSydney Sunday, 12 April 2026 • Issue #650 |
Beautiful sunny day ahead ☀️ UV 5.6 • 🌅 Sunset 5:36 PM |
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Good morning! A man's been charged over alleged shopping centre scams targeting older women across NSW, while a controversial fuel assistance story reveals the strain on western Sydney families. Plus: the crew's back from the Moon. — Nathan, Editor |
At a Glance 📰 Shopping centre con artist charged over elderly targets 🎭 My Brilliant Career + 4 more events ✈️ Travel & Deals: Virgin Australia Holidays: Double Status Credits on flight + hotel packages to favourite destinations 🕰️ On this day in 1961: Soviet cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin became the first human in space aboard... |
Today's Sydney Police have arrested a 38-year-old allegedly involved in scamming older women at shopping centres by offering fake assistance. The operation spanned multiple NSW locations and allegedly netted $150,000. via 9News SydneyA Mount Druitt charity received an entire year's worth of fuel voucher requests in just fourteen days. For residents in areas poorly served by trains and buses, getting to work is becoming impossible. via The Guardian SydneySofia Levin is tapping her restaurant industry connections to fundraise for a cause close to her heart. The new judge says she's been overwhelmed by support since sharing her story. via Sydney Morning Herald🔒 paywall |
Around Australia Lachlan Kennedy claimed his first Australian 100m title in Sydney, matching his personal best of 9.96 seconds in the final. via ABC NewsNew research shows some Australians are skipping medicines not covered by the PBS because they can't afford both prescriptions and groceries. via SBS News |
Around the World |
What's On TheatreRoslyn Packer Theatre, Walsh Bay, until 3 May Sheridan Harbridge stars in this joyful musical with a pub-rock soundtrack and dazzling design. ExhibitionCheck venue details Experience the hyperrealist sculptor's astonishingly lifelike figures that blur reality and art. MusicalCheck venue details Journey to the past with this lavish Broadway musical about Russia's lost princess. KidsAustralian National Maritime Museum Hands-on maritime activities and exhibitions perfect for keeping curious kids entertained these holidays. ExhibitionCheck venue details Explore stunning photography and stories from expeditions to Earth's most remote frozen frontiers. Got an event to share? Let us know → |
Travel & Deals Every Sunday we share a holiday or travel deal worth knowing about. Velocity members booking bundled flight and hotel packages through Virgin Australia Holidays by Hopper earn Double Status Credits on eligible bookings, plus benefit from great overall value by booking together. This offer covers selected Australian and international destinations with flexible booking options. Perfect for frequent flyers looking to boost their status while planning their next getaway. Offer ends: 23 March 2026 💡 Even if you're not close to your next status tier, Double Status Credits roll over and help you maintain or achieve status for future years - particularly valuable for retirees who travel regularly. |
Daily Brainteaser 🧩 What has one eye but can't see?Answer revealed at the bottom of today's edition. |
Daily Games 🧠 Today's Featured Game Trivia Arts & Literature · 7 questions · ~2 min Which classic novel by Mary Shelley is often considered the first work of science fiction? | A) Dracula | | B) Frankenstein | | C) The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde | | D) The Time Machine |
Yesterday: 🧠 55 played · 💡 40 played · ✏️ 45 played |
On This Day Anniversary of • Soviet cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin became the first human in space aboard Vostok 1. (1961) • The Space Shuttle Columbia launched on STS-1, the first flight of NASA's Space Shuttle program. (1981) • Bill Haley and His Comets recorded Rock Around the Clock in New York City. (1954) • Former South Australian Premier Don Dunstan died at age 81, remembered for progressive social reforms. (2007) 🎂 Born on this day: American singer Tiny Tim (1932), American talk show host David Letterman (1947), and Australian AFL footballer Brendon Goddard (1985). |
Brainteaser Answer
A needle. |
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