St George & Sutherland Shire Leader
Monday, 13 May 2024
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Fashion
Trio's surfwear brand and its nod to coastal surrounds
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
Eva Kolimar • 1hr ago
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
High success rate for major shire development applications
Murray Trembath
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.
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
Internet cop in court loss over church stabbing video
Jack Gramenz • 34m ago
A judge has rejected a bid to extend an injunction against X publishing videos of a church stabbing. (AP PHOTO)
Universities hold urgent talks over foreign student cap
Jacob Shteyman • 37m ago
Some education providers are accused of lowering admission standards to "poach" foreign students. (Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS)
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
Koala at Mills Creek in 2023. Picture supplied by Mel Clark
Murray Trembath
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
Leisurely vehicle for elderly residents stolen
Eva Kolimar
The stolen trishaw that was taken from Taren Point. Picture supplied
John Minns farewelled by family, friends and dignitaries at packed St Declan's
Murray Trembath
Premier Chris Minns, his uncle Father Denis Minns and mother Cara at St Declan's Penshurst. Picture by John Veage
Community to have their say on proposed new shire library hours
Artist's impression of the new $10 million library, technology and community hub to be fitted out in South Village, Kirrawee. Picture supplied
Murray Trembath
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

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St George & Sutherland Shire Leader
Fashion
Trio's surfwear brand and its nod to coastal surrounds
Eva Kolimar • 1hr ago
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
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
High success rate for major shire development applications
Murray Trembath
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.
Advice
Taxing unrealised capital gains is an unfair measure
Noel Whittaker
Taxing unrealised capital gains is an unfair measure
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

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National
Another couple exit reality show early as rumours emerge about runaway farmer
Real Australia
Farmer Tom and Sarah are in love! Picture by Channel 7
Julia Wythes • 41m ago
Probe into 'alarming' state election non-voting figures
Sam McKeith • 1hr ago
An inquiry will be launched into the lower turnout at the 2023 NSW state election. (Dean Lewins/AAP PHOTOS)
Four-year-old boy dies in Melbourne swamp
Holly Hales • 2hrs ago
A four-year-old boy has died after being pulled from the water unresponsive in a Melbourne swamp. (Luis Ascui/AAP PHOTOS)
Trucks destroyed by alleged arsonists, $1 million damage caused
Anna Houlahan • 2hrs ago
A black Audi sedan on February 17 (left) and a black Ford sedan on March 3 were allegedly spotted at the Dandenong car yard. Pictures supplied
Inflation to return to target but 'more work to do'
Andrew Brown and Kat Wong
Treasury predictions in the budget show inflation dropping to 2.75 per cent by December. (Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS)
Sport
Sharks break Storm
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
John Veage • 17m ago
Souths go back to Port Hacking
John Veage • 47m ago
Southern Districts
McGroder jumps to U20 World Athletics
John Veage • 1hr ago
In Adelaide 15 yr old Mason McGroder won the U/17 Long Jump, U/17 400m and also won the U/20 Long Jump. Picture John Veage
Jarvis just falls short in Sydney
John Veage • 1hr ago
Jarvis took to the air scoring a heat high 7 points. Picture John Veage
Tammin Lampret in Aus Oceania team
John Veage • 1hr ago
Tammin Lampret won gold in the u17 100m hurdles at the Australian Athletics Championships in Adelaide and bronze in the 200m. Picture Athletics NSW
PropertyView
If you bought at the peak of the market, have you lost out?
Property
Since 2020 home prices in Australia have risen in some capital cities but fallen back in others. Pic: Shutterstock
Jemimah Clegg
New, quick way to search the property market
Joanne Crawford
New, quick way to search the property market
Signs of life, but apartment owners pay the price in two-speed property economy
Martin Kelly
Median capital city house prices are now 45 per cent greater than apartments. Pic: Shutterstock
An entertainer's delight in Lugarno
An entertainer's delight in Lugarno
Nicki Davey
Enjoy the Yowie Bay life
House of the Week
Enjoy the Yowie Bay life
Property
Rates on hold: here's what you need to know about it if you have a mortgage
Jen Melocco
The RBA governor Michele Bullock announced that the cash rate has been held in May.. (Darren England/AAP PHOTOS)
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
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
In the field
Paintings on show represent artists views on Spring at Fowlers Gap. Picture John Veage
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
Kosciuszko climb raises $30,000 for Autism Community Network
Jim Gainsford
The Autism Community Network conquer Mount Kosciuszko.
Photos and Video
Trucks destroyed by alleged arsonists, $1 million damage caused
A black Audi sedan on February 17 (left) and a black Ford sedan on March 3 were allegedly spotted at the Dandenong car yard. Pictures supplied
Anna Houlahan • 2hrs ago
Opinion
Big tech laziness is hurting small Australian businesses
Bruce Billson
Meta, in particular, needs to offer better support to small businesses. Picture Shutterstock
'It's not mission accomplished': uncertainty surrounds budget
Miriam Webber
Treasurer Jim Chalmers will hand down the budget on Tuesday. Picture by Elesa Kurtz
Switzerland's Nemo wins Eurovision Song Contest
Nemo of Switzerland celebrates his win at the Eurovision Song Contest in Malmo, Sweden. (AP PHOTO)
Why everyone and their dog is falling in love with film photos again
'It's not just Canberra, it's happening everywhere'.
Bageshri Savyasachi
Jacob Sherd, 12, pictured with his border collies Douglas and Kevin, is one of a growing number of young people with a passion for film photography. Picture by Sitthixay Ditthavong
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.
Explore
Book Now
Beyond Paris: Visit the French city Vincent van Gogh fell in love with
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Susan Gough Henly • 2hrs ago
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
Go back in time in Egypt as part of a luxurious Nile river cruise
World first: This incredible town in New Zealand is about to go carbon-zero
World first: This incredible town in New Zealand is about to go carbon-zero
Craig Tansley
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
This is the reason people keep returning to NSW's Central Coast
Mike Smith
This is the reason people keep returning to NSW's Central Coast
Car Expert
Cadillac leaves door open for plug-in hybrids
Car Expert
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
Car Expert
2025 BYD Shark: Reveal date set for plug-in hybrid Ranger rival
Max Davies
2025 BYD Shark: Reveal date set for plug-in hybrid Ranger rival
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
Reavesdale Wiltipoll shine in NSW State Sheep show any breed not named
Ian Hopwood, Loris Denyer, Alana and Alex Rotzler, Reavesdale Wiltipoll stud, Murringo, recieved most successful exhibit in the any other breed ring. Picture by Elka Devney
Elka Devney • 16m ago
Yambinya Station's winning pen of bullocks: antibiotics, HGP and GMO free
Ellouise Bailey • 1hr ago
JBS southern livestock manager Steve Chapman represented Yambinya Station, Burraboi, which won the highest-scoring pen of three carcases. Picture by Bryce Eishold
FWFWW Ep 13: Farmer Tom says I love you
Julia Wythes • 1hr ago
Farmer Tom and Sarah are in love! Picture by Channel 7
Life & Style
Trio's surfwear brand and its nod to coastal surrounds
Fashion
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
Eva Kolimar • 1hr ago
Aussies are battling to cut the clutter
Linley Wilkie
Aussies are battling to cut the clutter
The most generous state revealed as donations drop with cost of living
Georgina Sebar
Australians are giving less to charity as the cost of living crisis worsens. Picture by Shutterstock