St George & Sutherland Shire Leader
Tuesday, 30 April 2024
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Insolvency sale: Large Kurnell industrial infill site on the market
The 109,000 square metre site at 260B Captain Cook Drive contains two existing warehouse buildings totalling 5213 square metres and extensive hardstand areas. Picture supplied
Murray Trembath • 2hrs ago
Vending machines proposed as alternative to bringing back cash at shire pools
Engadine Leisure Centre. Picture supplied
Murray Trembath
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.
Appeal to locate missing Oatley man
Diliang Yang, 75, was last seen at Gungah Bay Road, Oatley, about 10am yesterday.
Property
Looking for a quirky reno project? Nissen hut in Hunter Valley could be the one
Jade Lazarevic
16 Deakin Street in Kurri Kurri is listed with a guide of $375,000 to $410,000. Picture supplied
Australia will send $100m in weapons and combat tools to support Ukraine
New assistance comes amid 'unrelenting' Russian attacks.
Bageshri Savyasachi
Defence Minister Richard Marles toured Ukrainian defence sites on Saturday. Picture supplied
Woman found dead, man arrested at unit
Jack Gramenz • 24m ago
The body of a woman, believed to be aged 19, was found at a North Bondi unit. (Dean Lewins/AAP PHOTOS)
Gweagal spears taken home by James Cook in 1770 to have new home at Kurnell
Murray Trembath
Dr Ian Coates (National Museum of Australia), Indigenous representatives Ray Ingrey, Noeleen Timbery, Ash Walker, Tristan Simms, David Johnson, Quaiden Williams Riley and Ophelia Rubinich (Australian Institute of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies). Photo: Jenny Magee, Trinity College Cambridge
Action urged to contain rubber crumb on synthetic sporting fields
Oatley Flora and Fauna Conservation Society vice-president Adrian Polhill (left) and Dr Scott Wilson at the synthetic field at Poulton Park. Picture: Chris Lane
Jim Gainsford
Australia will send $100m in weapons and combat tools to support Ukraine
New assistance comes amid 'unrelenting' Russian attacks.
Bageshri Savyasachi
Defence Minister Richard Marles toured Ukrainian defence sites on Saturday. Picture supplied
Our People
Students launch care packs for change
Hurstville's Andrew Wang and Daniel Su launched non-profit organisation Help Elevate Youth (HEY), which supports young people in need by distributing care packs. Picture by Chris Lane
Eva Kolimar
Pipeline mural symbolises Indigenous surrounds
Eva Kolimar
A graffiti-covered 800-metre pipeline at Tempe that carries millions of litres of drinking water from the Sydney Desalination Plant every day is being given a major face lift thanks to a First Nations-inspired artwork project. Picture supplied
Photos
Premier's father John Minns suffers massive heart attack
Murray Trembath
Chris Minns with his parents John and Cara at the Labor Party campaign launch for the 2023 election, held in Hurstville.Picture Facebook
Our People
Party is the icing on top for Reg
Eva Kolimar
Reg Symons celebrates his 100th birthday at St Basil's Miranda. Picture by Chris Lane
'Goodness of people' theme: Big numbers for Shire Relay for Life next weekend
Sutherland Shire Relay for Life 2023. Picture by John Veage
Murray Trembath
Harry and Josie created 'joy and togetherness' at Sing Hing Chinese Restaurant
Murray Trembath
Harry and Josephine (Josie) Leong in early years at Sing Hing Chinese Restaurant. Picture supplied

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St George & Sutherland Shire Leader
Insolvency sale: Large Kurnell industrial infill site on the market
Murray Trembath • 2hrs ago
The 109,000 square metre site at 260B Captain Cook Drive contains two existing warehouse buildings totalling 5213 square metres and extensive hardstand areas. Picture supplied
Vending machines proposed as alternative to bringing back cash at shire pools
Murray Trembath
Engadine Leisure Centre. Picture supplied
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.
Appeal to locate missing Oatley man
Diliang Yang, 75, was last seen at Gungah Bay Road, Oatley, about 10am yesterday.
Gweagal spears taken home by James Cook in 1770 to have new home at Kurnell
Murray Trembath
Dr Ian Coates (National Museum of Australia), Indigenous representatives Ray Ingrey, Noeleen Timbery, Ash Walker, Tristan Simms, David Johnson, Quaiden Williams Riley and Ophelia Rubinich (Australian Institute of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies). Photo: Jenny Magee, Trinity College Cambridge

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National
No police probe into complaints against sacked Labor MP
Victorian member for South Barwon Darren Cheeseman has resigned from Labor's parliamentary party. (James Ross/AAP PHOTOS)
Callum Godde • 26m ago
Labor defends 'shaky' Games business case
Callum Godde and Adrian Black • 36m ago
Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan has been criticised for not fronting the Commonwealth Games inquiry. (Joel Carrett/AAP PHOTOS)
Kids Health Crisis
'Early intervention delivers enormous benefits': MP backs kids' clinic call
Taylor Dodge • 58m ago
Member for Wagga Joe McGirr is throwing his support behind Royal Far West's call for the state government to fund a paediatric clinic in Wagga. Picture by Tom Dennis
Bonza hotline created as airline's future up in the air
Rachael Ward • 1hr ago
The future of regional airline Bonza is in doubt after it cancelled flights around the country. (HANDOUT/BONZA)
Lifeline records busiest day after emotional fortnight
Luke Costin • 1hr ago
People rallied in Canberra on Sunday in a call for action to end violence against women. (Lukas Coch/AAP PHOTOS)
Sport
Jarvis accumulating points
Nth Cronulla SLSC surfer Cruz McKee picked up three gold surfing medals at the 2024 Aussie Surf Life Saving Surfing titles on the Sunshine Coast. Picture John Veage
John Veage
A Shark attack
John Veage
Cronulla's Nicho Hynes soared back into top spot on the Dally M leaderboard after a masterful showing for the Sharks at Canberra. Picture NRL Images/Neamy
Athletes of all abilities compete
John Veage
A Nth Cronulla competitor reaches the flag first. Picture Elke Kahler
Aussie Athletics titles wrap up in Adelaide
John Veage
In the u20 Women's 3000m steeplechase Sutherland's Mia Toohey took the title and selection for the World Junior team. Picture Fred Etter
Izzy makes world title team
John Veage
Izzy with her spoils
PropertyView
How a bushland retreat was created in the city
The peaceful retreat with river frontage is much sought after. Pic: Supplied
Melissa Kehagias
New, quick way to search the property market
Joanne Crawford
New, quick way to search the property market
Property
What would changes to negative gearing and capital gains tax do for housing?
Jemimah Clegg
Changes to negative gearing and capital gains tax have been proposed in the wake of the housing crisis. Pic: Shutterstock
The Block house sells for a $1 million loss to buyers who never stepped inside
Property
The sale attracted a huge crowd and more than 200 registered bidders. Pic: Supplied
Jemimah Clegg
Property
See inside: The Block winners Steph and Gian own flipper brings in $800k profit
Melissa Kehagias
The couple bought the house in 2020 for $1.02 million and after extensive renovations it sold for $1.825 million. Pic: Supplied
Winning Hamptons haven
Winning Hamptons haven
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
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
Food
Hola! Kogarah is getting a new Mexican eatery
Eva Kolimar
Mexican food is coming to Kogarah, with Guzman y Gomez opening on Montgomery Street on April 23. Pictured is Franchisee Daniel Habib. Picture by Chris Lane
Minns to launch Hurstville Salvos Red Shield Appeal launch
The Salvaton Army conducts the annual Red Shield Appeal to support their ongoing and longstanding commitment to the community.
Acclaimed Sons of Sun show comes to Cronulla
Matt Charleston as Sam Phillips in Sons of Sun. Picture by Dusk Devi Vision
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Overactive bladder - a new solution for this common men's health issue
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Livestock is the second highest killer on farms - keep yourself and others safe in the yards
Almurta cattle farmer Peter Miller. Picture supplied
Remote working allows for greater activation of regional talent
A survey conducted by GetApp revealed an overwhelming preference for remote work. Picture by Shutterstock
Ultrasafe adsorbs the most chemicals
Ultrasafe filters containing ADXORBR Activated Carbon performed up to 11 times better than other filters tested. Picture supplied
Community
Students launch care packs for change
Our People
Hurstville's Andrew Wang and Daniel Su launched non-profit organisation Help Elevate Youth (HEY), which supports young people in need by distributing care packs. Picture by Chris Lane
Eva Kolimar
Crowds attend Ramsgate RSL Sub-branch Anzac Dawn Service
Pictures: Chris Lane
St George cabs transported several veterans and their families in the march.
Dawn Service for the combined Mortdale, Penshurst and Oatley RSL Sub-branches
Pictures: Chris Lane
Dawn Service for the combined Mortdale, Penshurst and Oatley RSL Sub-branches
Kogarah RSL Sub-branch Dawn Service
Jim Gainsford
Premier Chris Minns laying a wreath at the Kogarah Memorial. Picture: Jim Gainsford
Student's artwork brings home Anzac Day message
Student's artwork brings home Anzac Day message
Photos and Video
'Early intervention delivers enormous benefits': MP backs kids' clinic call
Kids Health Crisis
Member for Wagga Joe McGirr is throwing his support behind Royal Far West's call for the state government to fund a paediatric clinic in Wagga. Picture by Tom Dennis
Taylor Dodge • 58m ago
A taste of paradise for Australia's unsung heroes
Anna Houlahan • 1hr ago
Australian band Sheppard closed the floating music festival. Picture supplied
PM should apologise for rally 'mistake': Dutton
Dana Daniel • 2hrs ago
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton, left, and Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. Pictures by Elesa Kurtz, Keegan Carroll
Opinion
Imagine that, a world with impeccable manners
John Hanscombe
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Analysis
Where to next in Australia's battle with Elon Musk and X?
Terry Flew
X CEO Elon Musk mocked the eSafety Commissioner as "the Australian Censorship Commissar". (Britta Pedersen/Pool via AP, File)
Comment
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
Mayoral Minute with Sam Elmir: Council extends sympathies in wake of recent incidents
Georges River Council Mayor Sam Elmir.
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Hotel Review
From disrepair to utterly divine: A forsaken hotel shines again
Emily McAuliffe
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Travel Insider
Carry-on luggage rules you don't know about: An insider guide
Mark Dapin
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Visit this laidback nook of France as part of a luxury cruise
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Adventure
Found! Australia's most beautiful islands with surprises at every turn
Bonita Grima
An aerial view of Direction Island.
Sydney confidential: The hottest new restaurant and bar openings
Akash Arora
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Adventure
Mystical moments: This is Japan but not as you know it
Laura Waters
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Want to taste top-notch tapas? This is the Spanish city to visit
Tim Richards
Want to taste top-notch tapas? This is the Spanish city to visit
Car Expert
2025 MG Cyberster: UK pricing points to premium Australian sticker
Car Expert
2025 MG Cyberster: UK pricing points to premium Australian sticker
Jordan Mulach
Car Expert
Driver with rare auto-brewery disease acquitted of drink-driving
James Wong
Driver with rare auto-brewery disease acquitted of drink-driving
Car Expert
Chery and Jaecoo unveil three new plug-in hybrid SUVs
Jordan Mulach
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Car Expert
Tesla Cybertruck arrives in Australia
Jordan Mulach
Tesla Cybertruck arrives in Australia
Car Expert
2025 Genesis Electrified G80: Refreshed EV sedan revealed with hot Magma model
William Stopford
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The Senior
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Brandon Blackwell, aka The Lightning Bolt. Picture supplied
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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
Productive Riverina properties sell for more than expected price
Woorilla is a 9573 hectare aggregation comprising of three properties on NSW's famed Riverina Plains. Picture supplied
Mark Phelps • 1hr ago
Wollombi sale reveals ongoing strong demand for blue ribbon farms
Mark Phelps • 2hrs ago
Wollombi has sold under the hammer for $3.22 million, reflecting the ongoing strong demand for blue ribbon farming operations. Picture supplied
Early finish on the cotton pick at Talbragar Park yields 11 bales/ha
Simon Chamberlain
James Frampton, Talbragar Park, Dunedoo, with some of his irrigated cotton that is yielding 11 bales a hectare.
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