St George & Sutherland Shire Leader
Monday, 20 May 2024
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Photos
Somehow, no one was injured in Westfield Miranda bus shelter crash
The damaged bus shelter in Kiora Road, Miranda on Monday morning. Picture by Chris Lane
Murray Trembath • 17m ago
Schools
All smiles at this Kindergarten, and with good reason
South Hurstville Kindergarten, which is part of Georges River Council's early learning services, has received an 'excellent' rating. Picture supplied
Eva Kolimar • 1hr ago
Schools
Students' life changing scholarships
Eva Kolimar • 2hrs ago
Rahanna Hamid of Beverly Hills Girls High School receives her scholarship award from presenter Alan Melrose. Picture supplied
36,460 shire motorists get a demerit point back for subsequent safe driving
Murray Trembath
Captain Cook Bridge. Picture by John Veage
Property
Holding out for a rate drop before buying? You may be left waiting
Jemimah Clegg
Home owners and first-home buyers who were holding out hope for an interest rate cut this year will need to wait a further 12 months, experts say. Pic: Shutterstock
Premiers unite in call for social media bans for kids
Sam McKeith • 9m ago
The NSW government will host a social media summit in a bid to protect children. (AP PHOTO)
Students defy move-on orders, universities demand exit
William Ton • 13m ago
Pro-Palestine encampments have been established at university campuses across the country. (Con Chronis/AAP PHOTOS)
Young woman pedestrian critical after being hit by car at Arncliffe
Young woman pedestrian critical after being hit by car at Arncliffe
A soaring story about living with disability
Scenes from the Guild Theatre's production of Gulls.
Jim Gainsford
Fatal motorcycle crash in Royal National Park
Fatal motorcycle crash in Royal National Park
Oatley Park walk for Reconciliation Week
Oatley Park walk for Reconciliation Week
Win for school: Prue Car reassures Sutherland parents on size of new hall
Murray Trembath
Promising the new hall in February 2023 - Maryanne Stuart (front left), Prue Car and Mark Buttigieg MLC with parents Meryl Goddard and daughter Sophie, Natalie Simonian, Mark Goddard and Natt Davis. Picture by Chris Lane
What's on
A golden year of entertaining Sutherland Shire
Eva Kolimar
It's been 50 years of performing in Sutherland Shire for Brett Maxworthy, but there's no slowing down for the Cronulla entertainer. Picture by John Veage
Community
Run clubs take on a sunrise mission
Eva Kolimar
Strava Sharks will be joined by Rossco's run club, Underground run club and the Cronulla RSL Community in the ZERO600 run on June 2. Jarryd Biviano was with Pat O'Neill (Rossco's), Dan Wagstaff (URC) and Cronulla RSL Community Project Manager Natalie Hawkins and other members of Strava Sharks at Cronulla ahead of the event. Picture by John Veage
Our People
Real stories of disadvantage from the eyes of a support worker
The Salvation Army worker Lauren Martin, who supports the Red Shield Appeal each year, is calling on the St George and Sutherland Shire community to support the cause. Picture supplied
Eva Kolimar
Significant Sans Souci fig tree saved
Bayside Council and Sydney Water have found a solution to save this fig tree in Alfred Street, Sans Souci. Picture: Chris Lane

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St George & Sutherland Shire Leader
Photos
Somehow, no one was injured in Westfield Miranda bus shelter crash
Murray Trembath • 17m ago
The damaged bus shelter in Kiora Road, Miranda on Monday morning. Picture by Chris Lane
Schools
All smiles at this Kindergarten, and with good reason
Eva Kolimar • 1hr ago
South Hurstville Kindergarten, which is part of Georges River Council's early learning services, has received an 'excellent' rating. Picture supplied
Schools
Students' life changing scholarships
Eva Kolimar • 2hrs ago
Rahanna Hamid of Beverly Hills Girls High School receives her scholarship award from presenter Alan Melrose. Picture supplied
36,460 shire motorists get a demerit point back for subsequent safe driving
Murray Trembath
Captain Cook Bridge. Picture by John Veage
Young woman pedestrian critical after being hit by car at Arncliffe
Young woman pedestrian critical after being hit by car at Arncliffe

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National
Wombat burrows help other critters survive after fires
Cameras have revealed the popularity of wombat burrows with a wide range of other native species. (HANDOUT/WORLD WILDLIFE FUND (WWF))
Tracey Ferrier • 20m ago
Day drinking and driving a recipe for road disaster
Melissa Meehan • 22m ago
Victorian police are targeting daytime drink-drivers. (Lukas Coch/AAP PHOTOS)
Three-year, $3b pay deal for NSW workers on the table
Jack Gramenz and Sam McKeith • 35m ago
A NSW government pay offer may fall short of demands by firefighters and nurses. (Dan Himbrechts/AAP PHOTOS)
Opinion
Gina wanted it hidden but it's now everywhere
John Hanscombe • 43m ago
A request gone pear-shaped for Gina. Picture supplied
Father and son could have abducted woman, coroner finds
Rex Martinich • 53m ago
A coroner said Ian Seeley (with mask) and his father possibly were involved in the disappearance. (Darren England/AAP PHOTOS)
Sport
NSW Women show the way
The Sky Blues made the most of their attack with Sharks fullback Emma Tonegato scoring beside the uprights. Picture NRL Images/Trouville
John Veage • 54m ago
Jarvis inducted onto surfing Walk of Fame
John Veage • 1hr ago
Sutherland Shire Mayor Carmelo Pesce officially inducted World Junior Champion Jarvis Earle onto the Walk of Fame. Picture John Veage
Dragons tie up Jaydn Su'A
John Veage • 2hrs ago
Back rower Jaydn Su'A has signed up to the end of 2026. Picture John Veage
Mercedes McIntyre selected
John Veage • 2hrs ago
The 2023 Australian Champion in aerobic gymnastics Mercedes McIntyre will represent Australia in Vietnam and Japan.
Stingers dominate series
John Veage • 2hrs ago
The Ord Minnett Aussie Stingers have defeated China in their three game water polo test series-and will next face China again in their first game at the Paris Aquatics Centre on July 27. Picture John Veage
PropertyView
Fashion designer Camilla picks up $7.65 million for flamboyant designer home
Property
Bold wallpapers and furnishings featured in period rooms with original marble fireplaces. Pic: Supplied
Jen Melocco
New, quick way to search the property market
Joanne Crawford
New, quick way to search the property market
Property
Holding out for a rate drop before buying? You may be left waiting
Jemimah Clegg
Home owners and first-home buyers who were holding out hope for an interest rate cut this year will need to wait a further 12 months, experts say. Pic: Shutterstock
Renovator's dream: historic tourist town pub up for sale again at $1.2 million
Property
32 Ford Street in Beechworth is for $1.2 million. Picture supplied
Madilyn McKinley
Property
Olympic swimmer Ariarne Titmus family home up for sale, complete with pool
Melissa Kehagias
Ariarne, her younger sister Mia and parents Steve and Robyn at the family home they are now selling. Pic: Peter Brew-Bevan/Australian Women's Weekly
Property
Art deco Wodonga home up for sale for more than $1.6 million
Madilyn McKinley
22 Batt Avenue, Wodonga has a price guide of $1.65 million to $1.75 million. Picture supplied
What's On
Dylan Wright wins Australian Idol 2024
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Dylan Wright wins Australian Idol 2024. Picture supplied
Eva Kolimar
Oatley Park walk for Reconciliation Week
Oatley Park walk for Reconciliation Week
What's on
A golden year of entertaining Sutherland Shire
Eva Kolimar
It's been 50 years of performing in Sutherland Shire for Brett Maxworthy, but there's no slowing down for the Cronulla entertainer. Picture by John Veage
Food
The hunt is on for the best club meal
Eva Kolimar
Chef Matt Moran with Diggers Miranda RSL Director Harden Erskine, Chief Executive Sara Watkins, Executive Chef Andrew Harper and Club President Yvonne Fryatt. Matt tasted a dish plated up for the annual competition to find the best club meal in NSW. Picture by Chris Lane
What's on
Grab a splash of scenery for your wall
Eva Kolimar
Meet the artist of Oatley 101 and grab a bargain, with paintings on offer for half price from June 1-2. Picture supplied
Recommended
New Holland reveals T9, T7 tractor ranges to Australian market
Ben Mitchell, Ag Product and Portfolio Manager - ANZ, says the T7.300 (pictured) was in response to customers wanting a tractor with more power without bigger frames and more weight, while maintaining manoeuvrability. Picture supplied
The benefits of choosing to buy hearing aids online
Photo supplied.
What does Mum really want for Mother's Day?
Miranda Aitken
Photo by Shutterstock.
Aussies in India: Australian representation in the 2024 IPL
Picture by Shutterstock
The highs and lows as you go top to tail
Emma Brown
Queenstown on the shores of Lake Wakatipu. Picture Shutterstock
Community
A little care for pets without homes
Our People
Sydney Dogs and Cats Home volunteer, Lumi, is among the volunteers who help in the adoption room. May 20-26 marks National Volunteer Week. Picture supplied
Eva Kolimar
Community
Run clubs take on a sunrise mission
Eva Kolimar
Strava Sharks will be joined by Rossco's run club, Underground run club and the Cronulla RSL Community in the ZERO600 run on June 2. Jarryd Biviano was with Pat O'Neill (Rossco's), Dan Wagstaff (URC) and Cronulla RSL Community Project Manager Natalie Hawkins and other members of Strava Sharks at Cronulla ahead of the event. Picture by John Veage
Trees for Mum creates a greener Bayside
Trees for Mum creates a greener Bayside
Hundreds attend Hurstville's Eurovision Live Broadcast Party
Hundreds attend Hurstville's Eurovision Live Broadcast Party
In the field
John Veage
Paintings on show represent artists views on Spring at Fowlers Gap. Picture John Veage
Photos and Video
Gina wanted it hidden but it's now everywhere
Opinion
A request gone pear-shaped for Gina. Picture supplied
John Hanscombe • 43m ago
Renowned Australian chef announces she is closing restaurants
Carla Mascarenhas • 1hr ago
Kylie Kywong outside her famed restaurant Lucky Kwong. Picture: Instagram / Kyliw Kwong
Father and two-year-old son found dead in NSW home
Cathy Adams
Police have cordoned off a unit at College St where forensic investigators continue to work at the scene where a man and child died. Picture by Cathy Adams
Crime
More than 1000 charges laid against 'abhorrent' domestic violence offenders
Anna Houlahan
Police officers arrest a man over alleged domestic abuse as every police area command in NSW cracks down on abusers. Picture supplied
FLiRT-ing with a new COVID-19 wave
Jessica Belzycki
A new COVID-19 wave dubbed the FLiRT variants has been detected in Australia. Pictrue Canva
Comment
Mayoral Minute with Sam Elmir: Domestic Violence Vigil
Georges River Mayor, Sam Elmir.
St George letters: Local WWII diggers lost at sea
Around 1,000 Australians died when the when the Japanese POW transportation ship, the Montevideo Maru, was sunk by the American submarine, USS Sturgeon in 1942.
Mark Speakman: The most important civic day on our national calendar
By Mark Speakman
Anzac Day dawn service at Cronulla in 2023. Picture by John Veage
Explore
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Adrenaline thrills come with epic views in the UK's daredevil capital
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Julia D'Orazio
Two Ways to Go
Which legendary Italian coast is for you - Amalfi or Cinque Terre?
Mal Chenu and Amy Cooper
Which legendary Italian coast is for you - Amalfi or Cinque Terre?
Visit this incredible city in Portugal as part of a luxury cruise
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Way-out watering holes: Our pick of Australia's best outback pubs
Way-out watering holes: Our pick of Australia's best outback pubs
John Borthwick
Secret Hawaii: An epic way to experience Honolulu's famed Waikiki Beach
Caden Helmers
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Hidden in plain sight: The Malaysian city you should visit next
Michael Turtle
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Travel Insider
The Big Question: Are luggage trackers a source of panic or reassurance?
Sue Wallace
The Big Question: Are luggage trackers a source of panic or reassurance?
Luxury
Incredible moments you can only have in this part of Tasmania
Akash Arora
Incredible moments you can only have in this part of Tasmania
Car Expert
The cheapest petrol and diesel around Australia on May 20, 2024
Car Expert
The cheapest petrol and diesel around Australia on May 20, 2024
Josh Nevett • 43m ago
Car Expert
GWM Haval Jolion deals: Drive-away discounts on hybrids
William Stopford • 2hrs ago
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Car Expert
Police seize Fiat EVs for pretending to be Italian
Jordan Mulach • 2hrs ago
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Ford F-150 recalled
William Stopford
Ford F-150 recalled
Car Expert
Skoda's smallest car just got a lot cheaper
Jordan Mulach
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The Senior
Meet the US quiz master sending shockwaves through The Chase Australia
Brandon Blackwell, aka The Lightning Bolt. Picture supplied
Think you're smarter than The Lightning Bolt? Find out all about the new Chaser in Australia.
Therese Murray
Enduring Powers of Attorney review aims to reduce financial elder abuse
Proposed law changes to reduce financial elder abuse.
Eileen Wood
The Standing Council of Attorneys-General is looking into changes to financial Enduring Powers of Attorney. Picture Shutterstock
New swing suits veterans golfer Rita to a tee
Persistence has paid off for veterans golfer Rita Gounder.
Rowan Cowley
Rita Gounder is Western Sydney Region Veteran Golf Association's ladies player of the year. Picture supplied
The Land
Dorrigo weaners overall average of 335c/kg as steers hold firm
Chris Gibbins, Avondale North Dorrigo and Andrew Elks, Cloverly, Hernani, both bought steers at the Ray White Top of the Drop feature weaner sale at Dorrigo, making the most of "one of the best seasons ever". Pictures by Simon Chamberlain
Simon Chamberlain • 43m ago
Careers access to red meat processing just got easier
Crowds at Primex field days in Casino have a look at the careers portal designed to encourage people to enter the workforce in red meat processing. Photo supplied.
Plateau perfection in some of Australia's most scenic country | Video
Mark Phelps
Verdant Hills is an easily accessible freehold property located in some of the most fertile and scenic country in Australia. Picture supplied
Life & Style
Renowned Australian chef announces she is closing restaurants
Kylie Kywong outside her famed restaurant Lucky Kwong. Picture: Instagram / Kyliw Kwong
Carla Mascarenhas • 1hr ago
Advice
Now is the time to turn our minds to capital gains tax
Noel Whittaker
Now is the time to turn our minds to capital gains tax
Adorn your house with Australian made
Linley Wilkie
Adorn your house with Australian made