BrainTeaser

1. Who won game three in the NRL State of Origin series?

2. Which Australian State would you be visiting if you were in Coffs Harbour?

3. The 2000 movie The Beach was based on a novel by which author?

4. Entertainer Liza Minnelli is the daughter of which iconic actress & singer?

5. Who is captaining the Australian women’s cricket team that is currently playing a multi-format Ashes series in England?

6. Who was named the 2023 Super Netball grand final MVP?

7. Former First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt was the United States’ first delegate to which international organisation?

8. What does the anacronym UNICEF stand for?

9. What is the capital of Canada?

10. Justin Bieber’s hit song Baby featured which rapper?

11. Aussie celebrity chef Curtis Stone is an ambassador for which supermarket chain?

12. Lipstick Jungle was a TV series based on a novel by which bestselling author?

13. Lovely is the signature fragrance from which actress’s fragrance range?

14. Set to be released in September this year, Tension is the latest studio album from which Aussie singer?

15. How many Formula 1 Drivers Championships did Jacques Villeneuve win?

16. Which city is hosting the 2024 Summer Olympics?

17. What is the name of the Nicole Kidman character in the 2001 movie Moulin Rouge!?

18. Country music legend Garth Brooks is married to which fellow country artist?

19. Wagner’s Ring Cycle is a four part music drama written in which language?

20. Luxury chocolate brand Lindt was established in the 1800s in which European city?

21. Who was the host of the long running US quiz show Jeopardy! From 1984 until 2021?

22. Which Big Bang Theory actress had genuine scientific qualifications?

23. A menorah is a religious symbol associated with which religion?

24. Which Renaissance artist painted the iconic work The Last Supper?

25. Which two AFL clubs has Brodie Grundy played for?

26. Bag of fruit is rhyming slang for what?

27. Kensington Pride & Calypso are varieties of which tropical fruit?

28. With which artistic pursuit do we associate Margot Fonteyn?

29. The Suez Canal connects which two major bodies of water?

30. Which AFL umpire officiated his 500th game at the weekend?

31. Rock duo & twin brothers Charlie & Craig Reid are known by which stage name?

32. Who is the Roman god of war?

33. ‘Goddess on the mountain top, burning like a silver flame’ is the opening line of which 1980s song and by which band?

34. Australian entertainer Rob Mills is currently starring in the Melbourne production of ‘& Juliet’ in which role?

35. Smiggle is an

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36. What does the HB stand in relation to pencils?

37. By what pen name is Samuel Langhorne Clemens better known?

38. Richmond star Jack Riewoldt was born in which Australian city?

39. The River Torrens runs through which Australian capital?

40. The Oarsome Foursome were gold medallists in which sport?

ARIES (March 21- April 20)

Lucky Colour: Green

Lucky Day: Monday

Racing Numbers: 1-9-8-7

Lotto Numbers: 1-13-24-34-45-22

Don’t upset people with your brisk manner. Your social activities are also looking good and could be of benefit to your career and business. However, be very careful with lending or spending money.

TAURUS (April 21- May 20)

Lucky Colour: Green

Lucky Day: Saturday

Racing Numbers: 1-8-6-4

Lotto Numbers: 1-8-18-6-24-5

Some will meet a new friend which could develop into a very nice romance. You could be rewarded for favours done in the past or embark on a new venture which could pay handsome dividends.

GEMINI (May 21- June 21)

Lucky Colour: Brown

Lucky Day: Monday

Racing Numbers: 8-4-5-2

Lotto Numbers: 15-19-27-32-31-43

Follow your own instincts and you will be able to make snap decisions which will be paying off quite well in the future. Make an effort to have some time to yourself for a quiet walk or talk with a close friend.

CANCER (June 22- July 22)

Lucky Colour: White

Lucky Day: Wednesday

Racing Numbers: 8-4-2-1

Lotto Numbers: 1-9-24-32-33-11

There could be many invitations coming your way, which could lead to some romantic involvements. Opportunities for new ventures will present themselves and this can be very challenging and successful.

LEO (July 23- August 22)

Lucky Colour: Dark Green

Lucky Day: Monday

Racing Numbers: 7-4-2-1 Lotto Numbers: 7-4-18-34-41-22

The opportunity to better your financial status comes along, do not lose sight of reality and go overboard with your spending or get carried away with your ideas. On the domestic scene do not neglect loved ones.

VIRGO (August 23- September 23)

Lucky Colour: Yellow

Lucky Day: Thursday

Racing Numbers: 7-4-2-1

Lotto Numbers: 8-4-45-34-32-41

The romantic scene is also well inspected. If some of you want to get out of their present situation, then now is the time to do it. Be very careful with any money dealings. Do not get mixed up in any dealings.

LIBRA (September 24- October 23)

Lucky Colour: Pink

Lucky Day: Wednesday

Racing Numbers: 8-1-3-6

Lotto Numbers: 3-16-25-27-38-39

Old friends could be the source of good news during this period. Most of the tasks you attempt should be working out quite well. There should be some opportunities to enjoy yourself.

SCORPIO (October 24- November 22)

Lucky Colour: Orange

Lucky Day: Sunday

Racing Numbers: 3-9-4-5

Lotto Numbers: 17-21-29-32-35-45

You could find yourself trying out some new ideas or some new skills you didn’t know you possessed. Very good news about career matters and a chance at work to make a name for yourself.

SAGITTARIUS (November 23- December 20)

Lucky Colour: White

Lucky Day: Wednesday

Racing Numbers: 9-1-3-2

Lotto Numbers: 16-21-23-32-34-39

A good time to mix with the people you are or will be working with. Try to make a good impression on the people who can further your career. Not the time to go on a spending spree.

CAPRICORN (December 21- January 19)

Lucky Colour: Green

Lucky Day: Friday

Racing Numbers: 4-7-2-8

Lotto Numbers: 10-19-28-36-41-42

M ore approval and recognition from your superiors and improved chances to improve your financial situation. There could be some longdistance travel plans and some contacts that will please you.

AQUARIUS (January 20- February 19)

Lucky Colour: Purple Lucky Day: Monday

Racing Numbers: 1-9-4-3

Lotto Numbers: 16-25-31-35-40-43

There is a possibility of gaining what you have been hoping for a long time now. Do not let your impulsiveness ruin your chances of improvement in your career matters.

PISCES (February 20- March 20)

Lucky Colour: Orange

Lucky Day: Friday

Racing Numbers: 2-4-1-4

Lotto Numbers: 20-22-28-32-38-44

Some surprise gains from unexpected directions could be the first thing you will notice. Your love life should be improving and ,some success in what you have been aiming for.