St George & Sutherland Shire Leader
Monday, 13 May 2024
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Everest climber caught up in mountain storms
Andrew Holbrook on a recent Everest climb. He was attempting to reach the summit of the mountain, but had to turn back because of poor weather conditions. Picture supplied
Eva Kolimar
Shire history talk: Woronora - playground of the working man
An outing on the Woronora River. Picture Sutherland Shire Libraries
Pauline Curby, President of Sutherland Shire Historical Society
Hundreds attend Hurstville's Eurovision Live Broadcast Party
Hundreds attend Hurstville's Eurovision Live Broadcast Party
Advice
Taxing unrealised capital gains is an unfair measure
Noel Whittaker
Taxing unrealised capital gains is an unfair measure
Property
If you bought at the peak of the market, have you lost out?
Jemimah Clegg
Since 2020 home prices in Australia have risen in some capital cities but fallen back in others. Pic: Shutterstock
Premier points finger at supermarkets over probe 'snub'
Keira Jenkins • 2hrs ago
Premier Steven Miles says he's concerned the supermarket giants aren't taking an inquiry seriously. (Darren England/AAP PHOTOS)
Pilot cheered for safe landing after gear failure
Samantha Lock • 2hrs ago
A plane circled above a Newcastle airport for nearly two hours before making an emergency landing. (Supplied by Abc News/AAP PHOTOS)
This baby girl made her mum's day
Eva Kolimar
New parents Andrew and Samantha with their baby Sloane, who was born on Mother's Day. Picture by Chris Lane
Third time lucky for mum, with baby born on Mother's Day
Krista Kostrevski with her new baby, born on Mother's Day at Sutherland Hospital. Picture supplied
Eva Kolimar
Fashion
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
High success rate for major shire development applications
A proposal development covering 16 home sites at 6-20 Hinkler Avenue and 319-333 Taren Point Road, Caringbah, has been refused twice by Sydney South Planning Panel. Picture DA.
Murray Trembath
Our Places
Dance mums get their groove on
Eva Kolimar
Miss Fisher's Ballet Academy at Rockdale invited students' mothers to join for a join class to celebrate Mother's Day. Picture supplied
21 koalas detected in Lucas Heights bushland area by drone thermal imagery
Murray Trembath
Koala at Mills Creek in 2023. Picture supplied by Mel Clark
Letter: 'Absurd' empty buses situation at Lilli Pilli continues
Buses doing three point turns at the end of Lilli Pilli Road. Picture supplied
Photos | Woronora legend honoured with naming of reserve
Naming ceremony at Woronora. Picture by John Veage
Murray Trembath
In the field
John Veage
Paintings on show represent artists views on Spring at Fowlers Gap. Picture John Veage

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St George & Sutherland Shire Leader
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Everest climber caught up in mountain storms
Eva Kolimar
Andrew Holbrook on a recent Everest climb. He was attempting to reach the summit of the mountain, but had to turn back because of poor weather conditions. Picture supplied
Shire history talk: Woronora - playground of the working man
Pauline Curby, President of Sutherland Shire Historical Society
An outing on the Woronora River. Picture Sutherland Shire Libraries
Hundreds attend Hurstville's Eurovision Live Broadcast Party
Hundreds attend Hurstville's Eurovision Live Broadcast Party
Advice
Taxing unrealised capital gains is an unfair measure
Noel Whittaker
Taxing unrealised capital gains is an unfair measure
This baby girl made her mum's day
Eva Kolimar
New parents Andrew and Samantha with their baby Sloane, who was born on Mother's Day. Picture by Chris Lane

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National
Hanson racism lawsuit reopened to attack Muslim denial
Senators Mehreen Faruqi and Pauline Hanson are facing off in court over an allegation of racism. (Lukas Coch / Jono Searle/AAP PHOTOS)
Miklos Bolza • 2hrs ago
Wallabies star's wife plagued by home invasion memories
Cheryl Goodenough • 2hrs ago
Toutai Kefu was at court for the sentencing of two teens who broke into his home and attacked him. (Jono Searle/AAP PHOTOS)
Accused killer says mum pulled the trigger on her girl
Duncan Murray
Justin Stein is on trial accused of murdering nine-year-old Charlise Mutten in January, 2022. (Regi Varghese/AAP PHOTOS)
Nuclear waste from AUKUS nations could be on cards
Andrew Brown
An inquiry looked at how nuclear safety would be carried out as part of the AUKUS submarine deal. (Aaron Bunch/AAP PHOTOS)
Appeal fail for housemate decapitation murder
Ethan James
A man who decapitated his housemate and killed his two dogs has lost an appeal against conviction. (Ethan James/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
Historic Church and renovated Sunday School hall listed for $650k
The renovated former church hall at 126 Mayne Street in Murrurundi is listed with a guide of $650,000. Picture supplied
Jade Lazarevic
New, quick way to search the property market
Joanne Crawford
New, quick way to search the property market
Property
If you bought at the peak of the market, have you lost out?
Jemimah Clegg
Since 2020 home prices in Australia have risen in some capital cities but fallen back in others. Pic: Shutterstock
Signs of life, but apartment owners pay the price in two-speed property economy
Median capital city house prices are now 45 per cent greater than apartments. Pic: Shutterstock
Martin Kelly
An entertainer's delight in Lugarno
Nicki Davey
An entertainer's delight in Lugarno
Enjoy the Yowie Bay life
House of the Week
Enjoy the Yowie Bay life
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
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
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
Watch
Non-profits urged to apply for grants funding
Eva Kolimar
Annual IMB Bank Foundation Community Foundation grants are open for non-profit services that provide support to people in need. Project Youth was a previous recipient of funding. Picture supplied
Photos and Video
Historic Church and renovated Sunday School hall listed for $650k
The renovated former church hall at 126 Mayne Street in Murrurundi is listed with a guide of $650,000. Picture supplied
Jade Lazarevic
Aussies earn less than you think
Georgina Sebar
The Grattan Institute has warned that average earnings is not a good representation of the typical Australian's income. Picture by Shutterstock
Calls for more research on impact of prescription medication and road accidents
Carla Mascarenhas
Just over three million people take prescriptions drugs annually.(Lukas Coch/AAP PHOTOS)
Watch
Everest climber caught up in mountain storms
Eva Kolimar
Andrew Holbrook on a recent Everest climb. He was attempting to reach the summit of the mountain, but had to turn back because of poor weather conditions. Picture supplied
Students evacuated, state championships cancelled after aquatic centre fire
Carla Mascarenhas
Around 2500 people were in the centre at the time. Pictures by RFS/ayres_pj/x
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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Go back in time in Kyoto at this exceptional new luxury hotel
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Beyond Paris: Visit the French city Vincent van Gogh fell in love with
Susan Gough Henly
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Travel Insider
Do airlines have to compensate passengers for postponed flights?
Mark Dapin
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Go back in time in Egypt as part of a luxurious Nile river cruise
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World first: This incredible town in New Zealand is about to go carbon-zero
Craig Tansley
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Luxury
Wild encounters: We're taking the lid off Sri Lanka's best-kept secret
Natascha Mirosch
Wild encounters: We're taking the lid off Sri Lanka's best-kept secret
Seasonal surprise: There's more to Adelaide Hills than world-class wine
Janet Stone
Seasonal surprise: There's more to Adelaide Hills than world-class wine
A tour of Bridgerton's filming locations - just in time for season three
Mark Dapin
A tour of Bridgerton's filming locations - just in time for season three
Car Expert
Fisker declares bankruptcy in Austria, production has stopped
Car Expert
Fisker declares bankruptcy in Austria, production has stopped
Derek Fung
Car Expert
Cadillac leaves door open for plug-in hybrids
William Stopford
Car Expert
2025 BMW M4 CS prices: More power, less weight for hot coupe
Jordan Mulach
Car Expert
McLaren Senna wrecked in viral video heading to auction
Jordan Mulach
McLaren Senna wrecked in viral video heading to auction
Car Expert
Volvo EX30 Cross Country: Jacked-up electric SUV confirmed for Australia
James Wong
Volvo EX30 Cross Country confirmed for Australia
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
FWFWW Ep 14: Gals battle it out for final dates
An army of people arrive at Farmer Dustin's place for family lunch. Picture supplied by Channel 7
Hayley Warden • 27m ago
Ground work pays off for Yanco cotton grower
Alexandra Bernard • 2hrs ago
Will Houghton said he has had a good season at Yanco, going back to cotton this season after a year off. Picture by Alexandra Bernard.
Free
Wingham Beef Week kicks off with a bang
Samantha Townsend • 2hrs ago
St Paul's College student Bri O'Donnell and Lachlan Sansom, Gloucester High.
Life & Style
Hey mum, cut yourself some slack, you're doing okay
Real Australia
Mothering when the kids are all grown up. Picture Shutterstock
Karen Hardy
Fashion
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
Aussies are battling to cut the clutter
Linley Wilkie
Aussies are battling to cut the clutter