St George & Sutherland Shire Leader
Tuesday, 7 May 2024
St George & Sutherland Shire Leader's complete view of property
New Visitors Centre to be built at Kurnell loses magic with 'refinements'
Artist's impression of the Visitors Centre after the changes were made, which appeared in the March 2024 project update. Picture supplied
Murray Trembath • 2hrs ago
Watch
Non-profits urged to apply for grants funding
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
Eva Kolimar
Sharks teams take all the points on offer
John Veage
In the curtain-raiser on Sunday at PointsBet, Cronulla's under-21s went to the break down 10-6 but came home winners. Picture John Veage
Council get more time for say on water monitoring costs
Jim Gainsford
The program monitors seven swimming sites in Bayside and three at Georges River including Oatley Baths. Picture: John Veage
Property
Has a developer come knocking? How to get the best deal for your home in rezoning
Martin Kelly
The key to homeowners maximising the financial opportunity presented by rezoning is partnering with neighbours. Pic: Shutterstock
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
Parents to bank $400 bonus in Victorian family budget
Callum Godde and Holly Hales • 7m ago
Victorian Treasurer Tim Pallas has not given much away ahead of his 10th state budget. (Diego Fedele/AAP PHOTOS)
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McBride's theft of 207 classified files 'dangerous': prosecutor
David McBride speaks to media outside court on Monday. Picture by Hannah Neale
Hannah Neale
Health
'A growing burden': young people plagued by eating disorders
Eva Kolimar
More young people are presenting with eating disorders, says a St George professor who specialises in the field. File picture
Australia will send $100m in weapons and combat tools to support Ukraine
Defence Minister Richard Marles toured Ukrainian defence sites on Saturday. Picture supplied
New assistance comes amid 'unrelenting' Russian attacks.
Bageshri Savyasachi
Beachwatch user-pays changes postponed for 12 months
Murray Trembath
Gymea Bay Baths, where water quality has been poor in recent years, is among 15 locations in Sutherland Shire monitored by Beachwatch. Picture: Chris Lane
Police and multicultural community ties more important than ever, council told
Jim Gainsford
From left: Kim Fenwick; Ray Kerridge with Councillor Nancy Liu (right).
Letters: Silted up Oyster Creek, mangroves, Anzac Day and Beachwatch
Murray Trembath
Silted up Oyster Creek at Kareela. Picture supplied
Schools
Bali excursion was a cultural delight for these students
Woolooware High School students on their recent trip to Bali as part of a languages immersion program. Picture supplied
Eva Kolimar
Bail law reform promised in $230mil package to address domestic violence
Murray Trembath
Rally against domestic violence. Picture by Lukas Coch/AAP

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St George & Sutherland Shire Leader
New Visitors Centre to be built at Kurnell loses magic with 'refinements'
Murray Trembath • 2hrs ago
Artist's impression of the Visitors Centre after the changes were made, which appeared in the March 2024 project update. Picture supplied
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
Sharks teams take all the points on offer
John Veage
In the curtain-raiser on Sunday at PointsBet, Cronulla's under-21s went to the break down 10-6 but came home winners. Picture John Veage
Council get more time for say on water monitoring costs
Jim Gainsford
The program monitors seven swimming sites in Bayside and three at Georges River including Oatley Baths. Picture: John Veage
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Fragile fashion at 'The Garden of Time' Met Gala 2024 red carpet
From left to right: Baz Luhrmann, Catherine Martin, Elsa Pataky, Chris Hemsworth and Anna Wintour. Pictures AP / Sipa USA / EPA
Anna Houlahan • 13m ago
Aussie nest eggs being drained by dodgy cold-callers
William Ton • 30m ago
ASIC boss Alan Kirkland wants super trustees to do more to weed out "unscrupulous actors". (Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS)
Wanding law to reveal 'scary' extent of knife crime
Jack Gramenz and Samantha Lock • 35m ago
New wanding laws will allow NSW police to better stop and search people for knives. (HANDOUT/NSW POLICE)
Show me the money: older Aussies fight to keep cash
Keep Cash Campaign urges people to use cash where possible.
Eileen Wood • 44m ago
Without cash how would we pay for that bargain at the garage sale or swap meet. ACM file picture
Exclusive
Shock workplace allegations emerge at peak Aboriginal health body
Emily Anderson • 2hrs ago
A file photo of a patient receiving care at an Aboriginal health service. Picture by James Ross/AAP Photos
Sport
Sharks teams take all the points on offer
In the curtain-raiser on Sunday at PointsBet, Cronulla's under-21s went to the break down 10-6 but came home winners. Picture John Veage
John Veage
Kobe in Aussie SLSC team
John Veage
Kobe Sorenson wins gold in the U17 beach flags. Picture John Veage
Riley Jones in World Series
John Veage
Baseball Australia has announced that Engadine's Riley Jones has been chosen to represent Australia in the U16 National Team to play in the USA.
Sports grants given
John Veage
Sutherland sits on top of the Premier League 2024 PL1-The Markham Cup competition with four wins from four games played this season. Picture John Veage
Sharks surge on
John Veage
The local derby was the Cronulla Sharks first Mental Fitness Round in collaboration with Gotcha4Life, and Nicho Hynes led the way. Picture John Veage
PropertyView
Has a developer come knocking? How to get the best deal for your home in rezoning
Property
The key to homeowners maximising the financial opportunity presented by rezoning is partnering with neighbours. Pic: Shutterstock
Martin Kelly
New, quick way to search the property market
Joanne Crawford
New, quick way to search the property market
Property
Why the skyrocketing cost to build a new home is not coming down soon
Jemimah Clegg
In the past two years, established house prices increased by 8 per cent while construction costs jumped 18.3 per cent. Pic: Shutterstock
You'll want this historic penthouse, just for the amazing bedroom
Property
The main bedroom suite is set within one of the building's iconic domes, with 7.5-metre-high ceilings. Pic: Supplied
Melissa Kehagias
Property
$200 million plus guide as Aussie John Symonds lists country's most expensive house
Jen Melocco
The home took eight years to complete and sits on the equivalent of four blocks of harbourside land. Pic: Supplied
Experience modern living in Sylvania
Experience modern living in Sylvania
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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What does Mum really want for Mother's Day?
Photo by Shutterstock.
Miranda Aitken
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
How should I budget for my retirement?
Having the comfortable retirement you dream about takes some careful plannng to achieve. Picture Shutterstock
Community
Non-profits urged to apply for grants funding
Watch
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
Eva Kolimar
Kosciuszko climb raises $30,000 for Autism Community Network
Jim Gainsford
The Autism Community Network conquer Mount Kosciuszko.
Bayside Men's Shed honours a special volunteer
Jim Gainsford
Kevin Trevitt is presented with his Certificate of Exellence by the Bayside Men's Shed volunteers.
Our People
Students launch care packs for change
Eva Kolimar
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
Crowds attend Ramsgate RSL Sub-branch Anzac Dawn Service
Pictures: Chris Lane
St George cabs transported several veterans and their families in the march.
Photos and Video
Fragile fashion at 'The Garden of Time' Met Gala 2024 red carpet
From left to right: Baz Luhrmann, Catherine Martin, Elsa Pataky, Chris Hemsworth and Anna Wintour. Pictures AP / Sipa USA / EPA
Anna Houlahan • 13m ago
Show me the money: older Aussies fight to keep cash
Keep Cash Campaign urges people to use cash where possible.
Eileen Wood • 44m ago
Without cash how would we pay for that bargain at the garage sale or swap meet. ACM file picture
Exclusive
Shock workplace allegations emerge at peak Aboriginal health body
Emily Anderson • 2hrs ago
A file photo of a patient receiving care at an Aboriginal health service. Picture by James Ross/AAP Photos
Aldi's 2024 special buys is a shredding delight for snow bunnies
Georgina Sebar
Aldi's Snow Gear Special Buys 2024 collection will be available from May 18. Picture supplied
Rainfall to persist across NSW coast
Jessica Belzycki
Campsite inundated with water at Stockton Caravan Park, Newcastle. Picture Peter Lorimer
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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Forget Lisbon - this is the Portuguese destination you should be visiting
Forget Lisbon - this is the Portuguese destination you should be visiting
Kate Armstrong
Two Ways to Go
What delivers a better Bali experience - staying in a villa or in a hotel?
Mal Chenu and Amy Cooper
What delivers a better Bali experience - staying in a villa or in a hotel?
Destination next: The Canadian hotspot that belongs on your bucket list
Sarah Maguire
Destination next: The Canadian hotspot that belongs on your bucket list
Visit a Canadian gem as part of a luxury cruise
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Which Louvre is better: The OG in Paris or the striking gem in Abu Dhabi?
Mark Dapin
Which Louvre is better: The OG in Paris or the striking gem in Abu Dhabi?
Travel Insider
Airline review: Is the new flight between Sydney and Busselton any good?
Marlene Even
Airline review: Is the new flight between Sydney and Busselton any good?
Portland beyond Portlandia: Why everyone's talking about this city - again!
Louise Goldsbury
Portland beyond Portlandia: Why everyone's talking about this city - again!
Australians are heading to Japan in record numbers - here's why
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Car Expert
Renault Symbioz: New crossover slots in above Captur
Car Expert
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Derek Fung
Car Expert
Is it legal for learner drivers to use cruise control?
Matt Campbell
Is it legal for learner drivers to use cruise control?
Car Expert
How AI is being used to commit car insurance fraud
Max Davies
How AI is being used to commit car insurance fraud
Car Expert
US state to start fining drivers for this stupid modification
Max Davies
US state to start fining drivers for this stupid modification
Car Expert
Western Australia pours more money into EV rebates
William Stopford
Western Australia pours more money into EV rebates
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
Beef's most valuable on-farm tool: 2024 RW Vincent Award winner Steve Skinner
Steve Skinner with the RW Vincent Award at the Rabobank Awards dinner in Rockhampton. Picture by Shan Goodwin.
Shan Goodwin • 1hr ago
Corn-tastic result: Tocumwal growers smash Australian maize yield record
Elka Devney • 2hrs ago
Pate Agricultural Pty farm manager Daniel Phelan and owner Nathan Pate standing in the Australian record breaking 23.27t/ha maize crop on Oakbank, Tocumwal. Picture supplied by James Murray
Opportunity in volatility for the Aussie cattle market
Karen Bailey
Agent Michael Purtle with Michael Marshman, Manilla, and his top pen of heifers that hit $930 a head at Tamworth last Friday. Picture supplied by Michelle Mawhinney.
Life & Style
The best way to move and manage the world's money
Advice
The best way to move and manage the world's money
Noel Whittaker
A time-honoured decorating trend that doesn't have rules
According to Heather Nette King, rugs can be a real game changer with eclectic style, adding another layer of your personality to a room. Picture supplied.
Advice
Questions to ask yourself when you are considering retirement
Noel Whittaker
Questions to ask yourself when you are considering retirement