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Morning PostNewcastle Sunday, 15 March 2026 • Issue #622 |
Sunny with a top of 28° ☀️ UV 9.6 • 🌅 Sunset 7:11 PM |
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Happy Sunday! It's a glorious 28 degrees today — perfect for getting outdoors. We've got a hospital inquiry no-show, an inspiring comeback story, and your Sport & Outdoors events for the week ahead. — Nathan, Editor |
At a Glance ☀️ 28°/15° — Sunny with a top of 28° 📰 Hospital inquiry witness fails to appear after citing court ruling ⚽ Morning Coastal Walk + 4 more events ✈️ Travel & Deals: Carnival Cruise from $67/day with up to $400 onboard credit 🕰️ On this day in 44: Julius Caesar was assassinated by Roman senators including Brutus and... |
Today's Newcastle Hospital inquiry witness fails to appear after citing court rulingJames O'Brien from Honeywell, which manages facilities at Calvary Mater Hospital, didn't show up to give evidence at an inquiry this week. He cited a recent court ruling as his reason for the no-show, leaving his chair conspicuously empty. The inquiry is examining issues at the Newcastle hospital. via ABC NewcastleLocal actor returns to stage after life-changing diagnosisEmma Monk was diagnosed with Functional Neurological Disorder, a condition that almost ended her acting career. But she refused to give up. "Because if you stop, you crumble," she says, and now she's back performing. via Newcastle Herald |
Around Australia Reds snatch victory from Waratahs in controversial finishThe Queensland Reds defeated the NSW Waratahs 26-17 in Super Rugby after a thrilling final 20 minutes. The Waratahs are fuming over a controversial no-try decision that may have cost them the match. via ABC News |
Around the World Hamas urges Iran to halt Gulf state attacks — The Palestinian group has called on its key ally Iran to stop attacking Gulf states while affirming Tehran's right to defend itself from US and Israeli aggression. via BBC World |
What's On Sport & Outdoors Every Sunday we feature sport and outdoor activities around Newcastle. 16 Mar · FreeBathers Way, Mon 16 Mar Discover hidden coves and ocean pools on Newcastle's most scenic coastal track. 18 Mar · SportBlackbutt Reserve, Wed 18 Mar, 7am Join friendly runners of all abilities for a free timed 5km through the bush. 20 Mar · FreeNewcastle Foreshore, Fri 20 Mar Cruise the harbourside path from the lighthouse to Throsby Creek and back. 21 Mar · SportNo.1 Sports Ground, Sat 21 Mar, 10am Watch local teams battle it out in the spring sunshine with harbour views. 22 Mar · FreeNewcastle Ocean Baths, Sun 22 Mar Take a refreshing dip in Australia's most beautiful heritage ocean pool. Got an event to share? Let us know → |
Travel & Deals Every Sunday we share a holiday or travel deal worth knowing about. Carnival's 2026 local season has sailings from Sydney, Brisbane, and Melbourne — exploring the Queensland Coast, New Zealand, and the South Pacific. Book a 6+ night sailing and score $400 onboard credit per cabin, plus reduced deposits from just $50. Offer ends: 31 March 2026 💡 Shorter 3-5 night sailings still get $200 onboard credit — a great option for a first-time cruise. Have you ever been on a cruise? Hit reply and tell us about it. Just hit reply and tell us — we'll share the best answers on Tuesday. |
Daily Brainteaser 🧩 You're running a race and you pass the person in second place. What place are you in now?Answer revealed at the bottom of today's edition. |
Daily Games ✏️ Today's Featured Game Crossword 10 clues · ~3 min | 1 Across Countryside or farm-based | | 6 Across How something is employed | | 7 Across Very quick or speedy |
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On This Day Anniversary of • Julius Caesar was assassinated by Roman senators including Brutus and Cassius. (44) • Jesse W. Reno patented the first escalator. (1892) • The American Legion was founded in Paris. (1919) • The first Internet domain name, symbolics.com, was registered. (1985) 🎂 Born on this day: American guitarist and composer Ry Cooder (1947), Italian-American model and actor Fabio Lanzoni (1959), and Black Eyed Peas rapper will.i.am (1975). |
Brainteaser Answer
Second place — you overtook the person who was second, so you take their position. |
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