St George & Sutherland Shire Leader
Thursday, 16 May 2024
St George & Sutherland Shire Leader's complete view of property
Crime
Resident thwarts car theft attempt
Sylvania resident Bryan Wiseman with his dog, a Pomeranian named Boo Boo, raised the alarm during an attempted car theft at his house on May 14. Picture by John Veage
Eva Kolimar • 1hr ago
Food
The hunt for the best club meal is on
Chef Matt Moran with staff at Miranda RSL, where he tasted a dish plated up for the an annual competition to find the best club meal in NSW. Picture by Chris Lane
Eva Kolimar • 2hrs ago
Schools
Kids take a ride on a blank canvas project
Eva Kolimar
Preschoolers from Chantel's Kindergarten Sylvania get creative as part of a project to re-purpose surfboards that would usually end up in landfill. The initiative is led by surfer Matt King. Picture by Chris Lane
Friends of Glenlee to meet with Heritage Minister
Jim Gainsford
The Friends of Glenlee were informed that that sale of Glenlee had been effected and had settled on April 5.
Property
Olympic swimmer Ariarne Titmus family home up for sale, complete with pool
Melissa Kehagias
Ariarne, her younger sister Mia and parents Steve and Robyn at the family home they are now selling. Pic: Peter Brew-Bevan/Australian Women's Weekly
University arts wing 'renamed' after Gaza victim
Holly Hales • 11m ago
Protesters have taken over and renamed a university building after a Palestinian who died in Gaza. (James Ross/AAP PHOTOS)
'Desperate' cash splash to lure teachers to regions
Jack Gramenz and Sophia McCaughan • 19m ago
Schoolhouses were placed near NSW parliament in a campaign to highlight underfunding in schools. (Dean Lewins/AAP PHOTOS)
Update | Parents' feedback on Sutherland PS hall size to be incorporated in design work, says Car
Murray Trembath
State Opposition and parents outside the school - Chloe He (P&C Vice-President) left, Eleni Petinos, Meryl Goddard (P&C President), Mark Speakman, Sarah Mitchell, Todd Brunton (P&C Treasurer) and his daughter, Kayla. Picture by Chris Lane
17-year-old driver charged after pedestrian's death at Bexley
Accident scene at Bexley. Picture 7 News
'Will your skin stand close inspection?: Beauty tips for shire girls 90 years ago
Murray Trembath
Rexona Soap ad, Cronulla-Sutherland Advocate, February 8, 1929 asks, "Girls, will your skin stand close inspection?"
Radio man to open new restaurant on old Mike's Bar & Grill site at Sylvania
The new Pronto Sylvania restaurant on Princes Highway, near Tom Uglys Bridge. Picture by Chris Lane
Murray Trembath
Shire mayor and Sharks CEO embroiled in holiday rental property controversy
Murray Trembath
The holiday rental home at Berry. Picture StayZ
Georges River jobs projections show growth in health care, retail and construction
Jim Gainsford
Construction jobs in Georges River will increase from 2,097 in 2016 to a forecast 4,075 in 2036.
Georges River LGA poker machine losses sixth highest in Sydney
Jim Gainsford
Georges River showed a net loss on poker machines of $250,244,863 in 2023 compared with $236,033,384 in 2022.
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
Updated
Damaged trishaw recovered
Eva Kolimar
The trishaw gives elderly residents a chance to go for a ride in the community. Picture supplied

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St George & Sutherland Shire Leader
Crime
Resident thwarts car theft attempt
Eva Kolimar • 1hr ago
Sylvania resident Bryan Wiseman with his dog, a Pomeranian named Boo Boo, raised the alarm during an attempted car theft at his house on May 14. Picture by John Veage
Food
The hunt for the best club meal is on
Eva Kolimar • 2hrs ago
Chef Matt Moran with staff at Miranda RSL, where he tasted a dish plated up for the an annual competition to find the best club meal in NSW. Picture by Chris Lane
Schools
Kids take a ride on a blank canvas project
Eva Kolimar
Preschoolers from Chantel's Kindergarten Sylvania get creative as part of a project to re-purpose surfboards that would usually end up in landfill. The initiative is led by surfer Matt King. Picture by Chris Lane
Friends of Glenlee to meet with Heritage Minister
Jim Gainsford
The Friends of Glenlee were informed that that sale of Glenlee had been effected and had settled on April 5.
Update | Parents' feedback on Sutherland PS hall size to be incorporated in design work, says Car
Murray Trembath
State Opposition and parents outside the school - Chloe He (P&C Vice-President) left, Eleni Petinos, Meryl Goddard (P&C President), Mark Speakman, Sarah Mitchell, Todd Brunton (P&C Treasurer) and his daughter, Kayla. Picture by Chris Lane

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National
Greens deal locks in vehicle efficiency laws
The federal government wants to reduce emissions from passenger cars 61 per cent by 2029. (Steven Saphore/AAP PHOTOS)
Andrew Brown • 21m ago
Dutton to issue warning on migration and housing crisis
Kat Wong and Tess Ikonomou • 22m ago
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton will stand in parliament tonight to deliver his federal budget reply. (Lukas Coch/AAP PHOTOS)
Loosening jobs market eases pressure on Reserve Bank
Poppy Johnston • 28m ago
The jobs market is expected to worsen, with the unemployment rate forecast to hit 4.5 per cent. (Darren England/AAP PHOTOS)
Cops 'not touching' pursuit of officer over fatal crash
Miklos Bolza • 29m ago
Sergeant Benedict Bryant is charged with dangerous driving after the death of an Indigenous teen. (Bianca De Marchi/AAP PHOTOS)
Accused jihadi to stand trial for terrorism offences
William Ton • 54m ago
Alleged Australian terrorist Neil Christopher Prakash is accused of six terrorism-related offences. (HANDOUT/AAP)
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
Olympic swimmer Ariarne Titmus family home up for sale, complete with pool
Property
Ariarne, her younger sister Mia and parents Steve and Robyn at the family home they are now selling. Pic: Peter Brew-Bevan/Australian Women's Weekly
Melissa Kehagias
New, quick way to search the property market
Joanne Crawford
New, quick way to search the property market
Property
Art deco Wodonga home up for sale for more than $1.6 million
Madilyn McKinley
22 Batt Avenue, Wodonga has a price guide of $1.65 million to $1.75 million. Picture supplied
Housing is at the centre of the budget, but what does it really deliver?
Property
Addressing the shortage of residential construction workers is crucial. Pic: Shutterstock
Jen Melocco
Retirement living at its best
Feature Property
Retirement living at its best
Soak in stunning coastal views
Development of the Week
Soak in stunning coastal views
What's On
Dylan Wright wins Australian Idol 2024
Watch
Dylan Wright wins Australian Idol 2024. Picture supplied
Eva Kolimar
Food
The hunt for the best club meal is on
Eva Kolimar • 2hrs ago
Chef Matt Moran with staff at Miranda RSL, where he tasted a dish plated up for the an annual competition to find the best club meal in NSW. Picture by Chris Lane
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
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
Health data hacked in large-scale ransomware breach
Breaking
Health data has allegedly been hacked in a large-scale ransomware attack. Picture Shutterstock
Anna Houlahan • 1hr ago
'Test for heroin': MP calls for roadside testing of deadly opioid
Carla Mascarenhas • 1hr ago
NSW Independent MP Rod Roberts.
Watch
NRL player arrested at training amid major drug raids
Anna Houlahan • 1hr ago
Brandon Wakeham playing for the Tigers on March 24, 2023 (left) and after his arrest at Brookvale Oval on May 15. Picture NSW Police/AAP Image/James Ross
Opinion
Budget sweetness sours when you do some sums
John Hanscombe • 2hrs ago
The 2024 budget looks less rosy if you do the sums. Picture by Keegan Carroll
Bus crash victim's mother reveals 'torment' over driver plea deal
Michael Parris • 2hrs ago
Leanne Mullen and her husband Matt enter court last week for Brett Button's hearing. Picture by Peter Lorimer
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
Incredible moments you can only have in this part of Tasmania
Luxury
Incredible moments you can only have in this part of Tasmania
Akash Arora
No-alcohol holidays are on the rise - would you sign up for one?
No-alcohol holidays are on the rise - would you sign up for one?
Two Ways to Go
Which desert adventure is for you - Atacama or the Sahara?
Amy Cooper and Mal Chenu
Which desert adventure is for you - Atacama or the Sahara?
Heading to Japan to ski? This Hokkaido hotel is the place to check in to
Hotel Review
Heading to Japan to ski? This Hokkaido hotel is the place to check in to
Brittney Levinson
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
Akash Arora
We're calling it: Melbourne's best new restaurants and bars
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
Car Expert
The dangerous mistake drivers are making with their steering wheels
Car Expert
The dangerous mistake drivers are making with their steering wheels
Jordan Mulach • 25m ago
Car Expert
BYD's Model Y rival firming for Australia
Jordan Mulach • 1hr ago
BYD's Model Y rival firming for Australia
Car Expert
Alfa Romeo Giulia, Stelvio limited editions are a swansong for petrol power
Jordan Mulach
Alfa Romeo Giulia, Stelvio limited editions are a swansong for petrol power
Car Expert
Chery Tiggo 7 Pro to lead PHEV push in Australia
James Wong
Chery Tiggo 7 Pro to lead PHEV push in Australia
Car Expert
Luxury Mazda 6 sedan revival dead again
Derek Fung
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
'Won't survive': Roads and councils at risk without funding boost, mayor says
Potholes on Shelley Road in Walwa. File image
Layton Holley • 2hrs ago
Farmers for Climate Action welcomes budget measures
Idyllic pastoral scene in September 2023, but there is a need for serious pollution reduction this decade to keep farmers farming. Photo: Stephen Burns
One of the highest quarters in history: Goat meat export demand rises
Elka Devney
Eric Sharwood, Nullawr, Dubbo, purchased a pen of 94 Boer yearling does for $54 a head at the Dubbo goat sale on May 7. Photo Elka Devney.
Life & Style
The hunt for the best club meal is on
Food
Chef Matt Moran with staff at Miranda RSL, where he tasted a dish plated up for the an annual competition to find the best club meal in NSW. Picture by Chris Lane
Eva Kolimar • 2hrs ago
'Run club Tinder': Runners leave dating cliche in its tracks
Jessica Belzycki
Nat Lawrance (Bottom row, fourth from the left) at her weekly run with the Bondi Beach Run Club. Picture Supplied
Real Australia
Hey mum, cut yourself some slack, you're doing okay
Karen Hardy
Mothering when the kids are all grown up. Picture Shutterstock