St George & Sutherland Shire Leader
Wednesday, 15 May 2024
St George & Sutherland Shire Leader's complete view of property
Stephanie's long wait for shelter at her bus stop
Stephanie Peebles has been requesting the installation of shelter at two bus stops on Rocky Point Road for the past 15 years. Picture by Chris Lane
Jim Gainsford • 30m ago
Pedestrian dies at Bexley after being hit by car allegedly driven by boy, 17
Accident scene at Bexley. Picture 7 News
2hrs ago
This budget's winners and losers
Lanie Tindale
Budget winners and losers.
Updated
Damaged trishaw recovered
Eva Kolimar • 1hr ago
The trishaw gives elderly residents a chance to go for a ride in the community. Picture supplied
Property
I bought at the top of the property market - but I'm not worried
Jemimah Clegg
"We sold up because it was the right time for us, but it was the wrong time in the market," says writer Jemimah Clegg. Pic: Models for Shutterstock
Six deaths under review after hospital failure claims
Ethan James • 21m ago
A Launceston General Hospital nurse has accused a senior manager of falsifying death certificates. (Ethan James/AAP PHOTOS)
Painter shows King Charles' 'deep humanity' in fiery new portrait
Anna Houlahan • 40m ago
King Charles III portrait by Jonathan Yeo (left) and the then-Prince Charles at Royal Ascot 2009. Picture Chris Jackson/Getty Images
Morrison's replacement takes up mantle in parliament
Dominic Giannini
Simon Kennedy was elected to Scott Morrison's seat of Cook in April. Picture by Mick Tsikas / AAP PHOTOS
Trees for Mum creates a greener Bayside
Trees for Mum creates a greener Bayside
Wanda and Elouera surf clubs awarded government grants to upgrade facilities
Murray Trembath
Elouera Surf Life Saving Club has been awarded $30,348 to instal a 39.6KW solar system and battery. Picture: John Veage
What's on
Arts Theatre Cronulla: Humour and hope blend in new play
The Tin Woman, which has opened at the Arts Theatre Cronulla, was inspired by a true story. Picture by Peter Gale, Port Hacking Camera Club
Georges River has capacity for an additional 8,245 homes, council says
Jim Gainsford
Georges River Council's Additional and Diverse Housing Planning Proposal is in response to the State Government's Low and Mid-Rise Housing SEPP.
Mayoral Minute with Sam Elmir: Domestic Violence Vigil
Georges River Mayor, Sam Elmir.
Women's refuges in Shire and St George can't keep up with soaring DV demand
Murray Trembath
Liza Barlow in a refuge unit about to be occupied. Picture by John Veage
Plan to subdivide Salvos site at Bexley into 40 housing lots
A street view of the Salvation Army site at 120 Kingsland Road, Bexley North.
Jim Gainsford
From Maccas to Mad Max - Sutherland's Liam Frappell chases his acting dream
Murray Trembath
Liam Frappell, a War Boy in Furiosa - A Mad Max Saga, which is about to hit screens. Picture Instagram

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St George & Sutherland Shire Leader
Stephanie's long wait for shelter at her bus stop
Jim Gainsford • 30m ago
Stephanie Peebles has been requesting the installation of shelter at two bus stops on Rocky Point Road for the past 15 years. Picture by Chris Lane
Pedestrian dies at Bexley after being hit by car allegedly driven by boy, 17
2hrs ago
Accident scene at Bexley. Picture 7 News
This budget's winners and losers
Lanie Tindale
Budget winners and losers.
Updated
Damaged trishaw recovered
Eva Kolimar • 1hr ago
The trishaw gives elderly residents a chance to go for a ride in the community. Picture supplied
Morrison's replacement takes up mantle in parliament
Dominic Giannini
Simon Kennedy was elected to Scott Morrison's seat of Cook in April. Picture by Mick Tsikas / AAP PHOTOS

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National
Chalmers' theory of economics to be put to the test
Experts fear cost-of-living relief such as tax cuts could hinder attempts to lower inflation. (Flavio Brancaleone/AAP PHOTOS)
Poppy Johnston • 43m ago
Parents' plea after 'savage' stabbing death of surfer
Alex Mitchell • 1hr ago
A 21-year-old man was fatally stabbed in the car park of a Coffs Harbour beach this month (file pic) (AAP IMAGE/DEAN LEWINS)
NSW police recruiting blitz to curb 'critical shortage'
Alex Mitchell • 2hrs ago
A NSW Police recruitment blitz aims to get experienced officers to join from other jurisdictions. (Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS)
Ratings agency responds to 'dramatic' budget turnaround
Poppy Johnston
Global ratings agencies have started to provide commentary on the federal budget. (Darren England/AAP PHOTOS)
Treasurer turns on budget charm in cost-of-living fight
Andrew Brown
Treasurer Jim Chalmers will embark on a mission to 'sell' on his federal budget. (Mick Tsikas/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
A generous family oasis
A generous family oasis
House of the Week • 35m ago
New, quick way to search the property market
Joanne Crawford
New, quick way to search the property market
Retirement living at its best
Feature Property • 35m ago
Retirement living at its best
Soak in stunning coastal views
Soak in stunning coastal views
Development of the Week • 35m ago
Property
I bought at the top of the property market - but I'm not worried
Jemimah Clegg
"We sold up because it was the right time for us, but it was the wrong time in the market," says writer Jemimah Clegg. Pic: Models for Shutterstock
Historic Church and renovated Sunday School hall listed for $650k
Jade Lazarevic
The renovated former church hall at 126 Mayne Street in Murrurundi is listed with a guide of $650,000. Picture supplied
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
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
Painter shows King Charles' 'deep humanity' in fiery new portrait
King Charles III portrait by Jonathan Yeo (left) and the then-Prince Charles at Royal Ascot 2009. Picture Chris Jackson/Getty Images
Anna Houlahan • 40m ago
Opinion
The key to turning off the pipeline of men choosing to use violence
Patty Kinnersly
Crowds at the No More: National Rally Against Violence in Commonwealth Park on Sunday. Picture by Keegan Carroll
Opinion
Climate change is truly a matter of law
Jann Gilbert
The Black Summer bushfires hammered home the importance of environmental law. Picture by Paul Scrambler
Analysis
Is this an election budget or more of just a bet each way?
Mark Kenny
Treasurer Jim Chalmers. Picture Keegan Carroll
At a glance: Your five minute wrap-up of the budget's key measures
At a glance: Your five minute wrap-up of the budget's key measures
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
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 • 35m ago
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
We're calling it: Melbourne's best new restaurants and bars
Akash Arora
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
Beyond Paris: Visit the French city Vincent van Gogh fell in love with
Susan Gough Henly
Beyond Paris: Visit the French city Vincent van Gogh fell in love with
Travel Insider
Do airlines have to compensate passengers for postponed flights?
Mark Dapin
Do airlines have to compensate passengers for postponed flights?
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
Car Expert
2025 BYD Shark is a 320kW plug-in hybrid Ranger rival
Car Expert
Derek Fung
Car Expert
2025 Kia EV6: Facelift unveiled with bigger battery
Derek Fung
Car Expert
2024 Honda Accord review
Scott Collie
2024 Honda Accord review
Car Expert
2024-25 Federal Budget wrap: True cost of efficiency standards revealed
William Stopford
Car Expert
2024 Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace price cut aligns seven-seat SUV with little brother
Scott Collie
2024 Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace price cut aligns seven-seat SUV with little brother
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
More classrooms please Minister
Allie Elliott, 9 and her five-year-old sister Georgia from Moira Plains Station (in between Cobar and Wilcannia).
Samantha Townsend • 2hrs ago
NSW's race to meet 2030 renewable's target
Samantha Townsend
Picture by Shutterstock.
Free
FWFWW Ep15: Darth Vader on bikes, time theft and back to dirt for Bert
Another farmer bites, or moreso embraces, the dust this episode.
Ashley Walmsley
The face of an unhappy camper, Sarah is concerned about the affection Joe has for Keely. And the fact her wine glass is nearly empty. Picture supplied
Life & Style
'Run club Tinder': Runners leave dating cliche in its tracks
Nat Lawrance (Bottom row, fourth from the left) at her weekly run with the Bondi Beach Run Club. Picture Supplied
Jessica Belzycki
Real Australia
Hey mum, cut yourself some slack, you're doing okay
Karen Hardy
Mothering when the kids are all grown up. Picture Shutterstock
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