St George & Sutherland Shire Leader
Thursday, 16 May 2024
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Schools
Kids take a ride on a blank canvas project
Preschoolers from Chantel's Kindergarten Sylvania get creative as part of a project to re-purpose surfboards that would usually end up in landfill. The initiative is led by surfer Matt King. Picture by Chris Lane
Eva Kolimar • 1hr ago
Friends of Glenlee to meet with Heritage Minister
The Friends of Glenlee were informed that that sale of Glenlee had been effected and had settled on April 5.
Jim Gainsford • 2hrs ago
Update | Parents' feedback on Sutherland PS hall size to be incorporated in design work, says Car
Murray Trembath
State Opposition and parents outside the school - Chloe He (P&C Vice-President) left, Eleni Petinos, Meryl Goddard (P&C President), Mark Speakman, Sarah Mitchell, Todd Brunton (P&C Treasurer) and his daughter, Kayla. Picture by Chris Lane
17-year-old driver charged after pedestrian's death at Bexley
Accident scene at Bexley. Picture 7 News
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
Classes cancelled after student lock-in at uni hall
Holly Hales and Kaitlyn Offer • 25m ago
Protesters at a university building named it Mahmoud Hall after a Palestinian who died in Gaza. (James Ross/AAP PHOTOS)
Former AFL star Sam Fisher jailed for drug trafficking
Emily Woods • 28m ago
Sam Fisher has been jailed at least three years for drug trafficking. (Diego Fedele/AAP PHOTOS)
'Will your skin stand close inspection?: Beauty tips for shire girls 90 years ago
Murray Trembath
Rexona Soap ad, Cronulla-Sutherland Advocate, February 8, 1929 asks, "Girls, will your skin stand close inspection?"
Radio man to open new restaurant on old Mike's Bar & Grill site at Sylvania
The new Pronto Sylvania restaurant on Princes Highway, near Tom Uglys Bridge. Picture by Chris Lane
Murray Trembath
Shire mayor and Sharks CEO embroiled in holiday rental property controversy
Murray Trembath
The holiday rental home at Berry. Picture StayZ
Georges River jobs projections show growth in health care, retail and construction
Construction jobs in Georges River will increase from 2,097 in 2016 to a forecast 4,075 in 2036.
Jim Gainsford
Georges River LGA poker machine losses sixth highest in Sydney
Jim Gainsford
Georges River showed a net loss on poker machines of $250,244,863 in 2023 compared with $236,033,384 in 2022.
Stephanie's long wait for shelter at her bus stop
Jim Gainsford
Stephanie Peebles has been requesting the installation of shelter at two bus stops on Rocky Point Road for the past 15 years. Picture by Chris Lane
Updated
Damaged trishaw recovered
Eva Kolimar
The trishaw gives elderly residents a chance to go for a ride in the community. Picture supplied
Morrison's replacement takes up mantle in parliament
Simon Kennedy was elected to Scott Morrison's seat of Cook in April. Picture by Mick Tsikas / AAP PHOTOS
Dominic Giannini
Trees for Mum creates a greener Bayside
Trees for Mum creates a greener Bayside

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St George & Sutherland Shire Leader
Schools
Kids take a ride on a blank canvas project
Eva Kolimar • 1hr ago
Preschoolers from Chantel's Kindergarten Sylvania get creative as part of a project to re-purpose surfboards that would usually end up in landfill. The initiative is led by surfer Matt King. Picture by Chris Lane
Friends of Glenlee to meet with Heritage Minister
Jim Gainsford • 2hrs ago
The Friends of Glenlee were informed that that sale of Glenlee had been effected and had settled on April 5.
Update | Parents' feedback on Sutherland PS hall size to be incorporated in design work, says Car
Murray Trembath
State Opposition and parents outside the school - Chloe He (P&C Vice-President) left, Eleni Petinos, Meryl Goddard (P&C President), Mark Speakman, Sarah Mitchell, Todd Brunton (P&C Treasurer) and his daughter, Kayla. Picture by Chris Lane
17-year-old driver charged after pedestrian's death at Bexley
Accident scene at Bexley. Picture 7 News
'Will your skin stand close inspection?: Beauty tips for shire girls 90 years ago
Murray Trembath
Rexona Soap ad, Cronulla-Sutherland Advocate, February 8, 1929 asks, "Girls, will your skin stand close inspection?"

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Pizza Hut to fork out millions in dough for spam texts
ACMA found multiple customers kept receiving Pizza Hut spam texts despite trying to unsubscribe. (AP PHOTO)
Andrew Brown • 35m ago
Vic wooing federal assessor to plug rail loop cash hole
Callum Godde • 39m ago
A map of Melbourne's suburban rail loop. (Penny Stephens/AAP PHOTOS)
Murder charge against 12-year-old girl struck out
Tara Cosoleto • 46m ago
Prosecutors successfully applied in court to withdraw a murder charge against a 12-year-old girl. (Dave Hunt/AAP PHOTOS)
Former NRL talent charged with commercial drug supply
Alex Mitchell and Jasper Bruce • 50m ago
Police have arrested three men over alleged drug trafficking and frozen $10 million in assets.. (HANDOUT/NSW POLICE)
Groups hoping for landmark win on coal, gas projects
Tracey Ferrier • 51m ago
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Sport
Chinese stinger
The Cronulla Sharks Aussie Stingers player Danijela Jackovich battles it out against China at Sutherland Aquatic Centre on Sunday afternoon. Picture John Veage
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John Veage
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Sharks break Storm
John Veage
A runaway try to a rampaging Siosifa Talakai from the kick-off when it was 18-18 sealed the Sharks win. Picture NRL Images/Blair
Souths go back to Port Hacking
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Southern Districts
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Olympic swimmer Ariarne Titmus family home up for sale, complete with pool
Property
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
Melissa Kehagias
New, quick way to search the property market
Joanne Crawford
New, quick way to search the property market
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
Housing is at the centre of the budget, but what does it really deliver?
Property
Addressing the shortage of residential construction workers is crucial. Pic: Shutterstock
Jen Melocco
Retirement living at its best
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Soak in stunning coastal views
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What's On
Dylan Wright wins Australian Idol 2024
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Dylan Wright wins Australian Idol 2024. Picture supplied
Eva Kolimar
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
What's on
Last chance to see this dazzling show at Rockdale
Eva Kolimar
9 to 5 The Musical by Rockdale Musical Society. Picture supplied
Our People
Festival performer wins Best Actor award
Eva Kolimar
Hurstville Grove actor Brea Macey won the Best Actor award in the 2024 Short + Sweet Festival for her monologue in the play A Thing of Hope. Picture supplied
What's on
School holidays: what's on for kids
Eva Kolimar
There are plenty of activities on offer in St George and Sutherland Shire during the rest of the school holidays. File picture
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The benefits of choosing to buy hearing aids online
Photo supplied.
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Miranda Aitken
Photo by Shutterstock.
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Emma Brown
Queenstown on the shores of Lake Wakatipu. Picture Shutterstock
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Emma Brown
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Community
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
Events
Shire fundraiser to protect children
Eva Kolimar
Pictured is former event supporter Rick Grossman from Hoodoo Gurus at the 2019 Child Protection Foundation Black Tie Masquerade Ball with Bruce and Kerry Fozzard, who established the charity. The event returns in 2024. Picture supplied
Health
What is happening to address the shortage of paediatric services?
Jonathan Hawes
Tamworth hospital's paediatric ward is getting additional resources to tackle the region's six-year long wait times for care. Will they be enough? Picture by Peter Hardin
Photos and Video
Kids take a ride on a blank canvas project
Schools
Preschoolers from Chantel's Kindergarten Sylvania get creative as part of a project to re-purpose surfboards that would usually end up in landfill. The initiative is led by surfer Matt King. Picture by Chris Lane
Eva Kolimar • 1hr ago
Book ban overturned in rowdy council meeting
Anna Houlahan • 1hr ago
Protestors for and against the bookr ban amass outside the Cumberland City Council meeting. Picture Alex.McKinnon.91
Is it illegal to drive while eating? Steer clear of these motoring myths
Anna Houlahan
Is it illegal to eat while driving? Take the driving rules quiz. Picture Shutterstock
Coins fit for a king on their way to Buckingham Place
Staff Reporters
The set contains the Australian coins that now feature the King's image. Picture supplied
Opinion
The govt's big policy is a bit like a kids' soccer match. Let me explain
Adam Triggs
Anthony Albanese is getting involved in the economic equivalent of kids soccer. Pictures Shutterstock, Marina Neil
Comment
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St George letters: Local WWII diggers lost at sea
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Mark Speakman: The most important civic day on our national calendar
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Anzac Day dawn service at Cronulla in 2023. Picture by John Veage
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Brandon Blackwell, aka The Lightning Bolt. Picture supplied
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Therese Murray
Enduring Powers of Attorney review aims to reduce financial elder abuse
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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
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Rowan Cowley
Rita Gounder is Western Sydney Region Veteran Golf Association's ladies player of the year. Picture supplied
The Land
Farmers for Climate Action welcomes budget measures
Idyllic pastoral scene in September 2023, but there is a need for serious pollution reduction this decade to keep farmers farming. Photo: Stephen Burns
21m ago
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Irrigation land in the firing line as cross-border project develops
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Vanessa, Arnold, Genevene, and Alex Hall with Amy Magee of Coolabah, Cunninyeuk. Picture by Rebecca Nadge.
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Mothering when the kids are all grown up. Picture Shutterstock
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Trio's surfwear brand and its nod to coastal surrounds
Eva Kolimar
Cronulla's Tom Groat and Jake Burns have collaborated with Cronulla surf photographer Luca Salisbury on their latest surfwear collection called 'Home'. Picture by John Veage