St George & Sutherland Shire Leader
Thursday, 16 May 2024
St George & Sutherland Shire Leader's complete view of property
'Elle of a night for ET': Golden boot presentation to Sharks star recalled
Elle and ET in 1993. Picture by John Veage
Murray Trembath • 42m ago
Tanya Plibersek's plea for Oyster Bay trees, which her father nurtured
Tress to be removed at Oyster Bay Oval. Picture supplied
Murray Trembath
Watch
'He was very nice to look at': Bridgerton comes to the shire
Eva Kolimar
Kareela's Nicole Zervos is greeted by 'Colin Bridgerton'. She advertised for someone dressed in character from the Netlix hit series Bridgerton to make an appearance in celebration of the new season release. Picture by John Veage
Treat for families, classical movie lovers: Australian Chamber Orchestra debuts at Pavilion
The Australian Chamber Orchestra. Picture supplied
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
China trade block drop on cards as premier visits
Dominic Giannini • 1hr ago
China's Premier Li Qiang is visiting Australia in June with remaining trade barriers tipped to go. (Lukas Coch/AAP PHOTOS)
Man's 'shock' death stirs call for mental health review
Belad Al-Karkhey • 1hr ago
A coroner has recommended a review of mental health services following a patient death. (Jono Searle/AAP PHOTOS)
Crime
Resident thwarts car theft attempt
Eva Kolimar
Sylvania resident Bryan Wiseman with his dog, a Pomeranian named Boo Boo, raised the alarm during an attempted car theft at his house on May 14. Picture by John Veage
Food
The hunt is on for the best club meal
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
Eva Kolimar
Schools
Kids take a ride on a blank canvas project
Eva Kolimar
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
The Friends of Glenlee were informed that that sale of Glenlee had been effected and had settled on April 5.
Jim Gainsford
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?"
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

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St George & Sutherland Shire Leader
'Elle of a night for ET': Golden boot presentation to Sharks star recalled
Murray Trembath • 42m ago
Elle and ET in 1993. Picture by John Veage
Tanya Plibersek's plea for Oyster Bay trees, which her father nurtured
Murray Trembath
Tress to be removed at Oyster Bay Oval. Picture supplied
Watch
'He was very nice to look at': Bridgerton comes to the shire
Eva Kolimar
Kareela's Nicole Zervos is greeted by 'Colin Bridgerton'. She advertised for someone dressed in character from the Netlix hit series Bridgerton to make an appearance in celebration of the new season release. Picture by John Veage
Treat for families, classical movie lovers: Australian Chamber Orchestra debuts at Pavilion
The Australian Chamber Orchestra. Picture supplied
Crime
Resident thwarts car theft attempt
Eva Kolimar
Sylvania resident Bryan Wiseman with his dog, a Pomeranian named Boo Boo, raised the alarm during an attempted car theft at his house on May 14. Picture by John Veage

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National
Moment suspect confronted over schoolgirl's death
Kallista Mutten bought drugs with Justin Stein after he'd killed her daughter, a jury has heard. (Bianca De Marchi/AAP PHOTOS)
Duncan Murray • 1hr ago
eSafety Commissioner threatened over X takedown notice
Miklos Bolza • 1hr ago
eSafety Commissioner Julie Grant has received threats and online abuse, an affidavit says. (Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS)
Protesters defy new demands to remove university camps
Holly Hales, Rachael Ward and Bray Boland • 2hrs ago
Pro-Palestine protesters are facing calls to remove camps set up at universities around the nation. (James Ross/AAP PHOTOS)
Prosecutors drop murder charge against 12-year-old girl
Tara Cosoleto • 2hrs ago
A 12-year-old accused of fatally stabbing a woman in a Footscray apartment no longer faces charges. (Diego Fedele/AAP PHOTOS)
Weed sprayer gave camp directions to murder accused
Emily Woods • 2hrs ago
Robert Williams testified about seeing an accused murderer and one of his alleged victims. (James Ross/AAP PHOTOS)
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
John Veage
Dragons Souths gallery
John Veage
Dragons Souths gallery
Aussie Stingers gallery
John Veage
Aussie Stingers gallery
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
John Veage
Southern Districts
PropertyView
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
New, quick way to search the property market
Joanne Crawford
New, quick way to search the property market
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
Art deco Wodonga home up for sale for more than $1.6 million
Property
22 Batt Avenue, Wodonga has a price guide of $1.65 million to $1.75 million. Picture supplied
Madilyn McKinley
Property
Housing is at the centre of the budget, but what does it really deliver?
Jen Melocco
Addressing the shortage of residential construction workers is crucial. Pic: Shutterstock
Retirement living at its best
Feature Property
Retirement living at its best
What's On
Dylan Wright wins Australian Idol 2024
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Dylan Wright wins Australian Idol 2024. Picture supplied
Eva Kolimar
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
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
Recommended
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
A veritable kaleidoscope of colours and experiences
Emma Brown
Colourful houses Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. Picture Shutterstock
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
The life and scripted death of a Mad Max daredevil
Gerry Gauslaa on the set of Mad Max II. Picture supplied.
Victoria Silk
Property
Renovator's dream: historic tourist town pub up for sale again at $1.2 million
Madilyn McKinley
32 Ford Street in Beechworth is for $1.2 million. Picture supplied
'He was very nice to look at': Bridgerton's 'Colin' surprise for Aussie fans
Eva Kolimar
Picture by John Veage
No, Avril Lavigne was not replaced by a body double
The Sk8er Boi singer addressed the internet conspiracy the Call Her Daddy podcast. PIcture via Avril Lavigne on X
Police warn of Coles supermarket scam trying to dupe Aussies
Carla Mascarenhas
Police are warning Australians to be aware of a scam text message claiming to be from Coles supermarket. File picture.
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
Book Now
The Big Question: Are luggage trackers a source of panic or reassurance?
Travel Insider
The Big Question: Are luggage trackers a source of panic or reassurance?
Sue Wallace • 2hrs ago
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
No-alcohol holidays are on the rise - would you sign up for one?
No-alcohol holidays are on the rise - would you sign up for one?
Which desert adventure is for you - Atacama or the Sahara?
Two Ways to Go
Which desert adventure is for you - Atacama or the Sahara?
Amy Cooper and Mal Chenu
Hotel Review
Heading to Japan to ski? This Hokkaido hotel is the place to check in to
Brittney Levinson
Heading to Japan to ski? This Hokkaido hotel is the place to check in to
The stage is set: Uluru is about to have a moment with a brand-new show
The stage is set: Uluru is about to have a moment with a brand-new show
We're calling it: Melbourne's best new restaurants and bars
Akash Arora
We're calling it: Melbourne's best new restaurants and bars
Luxury
Go back in time in Kyoto at this exceptional new luxury hotel
Go back in time in Kyoto at this exceptional new luxury hotel
Car Expert
Mazda BT-50 deals: EOFY offers bring up to $10,000 in savings
Car Expert
Mazda BT-50 deals: EOFY offers bring up to $10,000 in savings
Jordan Mulach • 2hrs ago
Car Expert
2025 Kia Carnival review
Matt Campbell • 2hrs ago
2025 Kia Carnival review
Car Expert
SsangYong Rexton deals: Savings of up to $4000 available
Jordan Mulach • 2hrs ago
SsangYong Rexton deals: Savings of up to $4000 available
Car Expert
Australia's new car emissions standards pass major hurdle
Max Davies
Australia's new car emissions standards pass major hurdle
Car Expert
2024 Mazda BT-50 gets more off-road gear, wider range
Jordan Mulach
2024 Mazda BT-50 gets more off-road gear, wider range
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
Primex field days celebrate 40 years in Casino
Brahman breeder and stud student Daniel Prior, Bellingen, cradling Mountana Anastasia, 10 months, a new recruit into the Mountana stud at Kyogle, pictured during the Primex exhibition.
Jamie Brown • 1hr ago
Buyers sought quality bloodlines at the Forbes stud pig sale
Elka Devney • 1hr ago
VC Reid Smith Livestock agent Sam Smith, vendor Micheal Blenkiron, Gumshire, Keyneton, SA, buyer John Baxter, Laverstock, Condobolin, and Own Baxter, Riverdale, Forbes, with the top-priced Landrace boar. Picture by Elka Devney
Watch
Premier Young farm to be auctioned after 123 years of family ownership
Chris McLennan • 2hrs ago
Glensloy has a lot of history as productive farm property in the Young district. Pictures and video from Elders Real Estate.
Life & Style
The hunt is on for the best club meal
Food
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
Eva Kolimar
'Run club Tinder': Runners leave dating cliche in its tracks
Jessica Belzycki
Nat Lawrance (Bottom row, fourth from the left) at her weekly run with the Bondi Beach Run Club. Picture Supplied
Real Australia
Hey mum, cut yourself some slack, you're doing okay
Karen Hardy
Mothering when the kids are all grown up. Picture Shutterstock