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Enviro benefits: Danielle Roll with paper straws, which will become the norm when the plastic variety are banned from November 1. Picture: John Veage

Plastics ban to start

Murray Trembath

Firefighters rescued two of the kittens via the man-hole in the property however three of the kittens had fallen down the wall cavity.

Purr-fect rescue of kittens by firies at Beverly Hills

14m ago

Comfortable win: Newly elected MP for Hughes, Jenny Ware with her husband Michael Oldfield and sons Nick and James and dog Tilley at their Gymea Bay home. Picture: John Veage

Hughes outcome surprise

Murray Trembath
1hr ago

Teens charged over break-in, theft of vehicles at Cronulla

Teens charged over break-in, theft of vehicles at Cronulla

The interim Albanese frontbench. Picture: AAP

DIGESTThe brutality of elections as the new PM takes over - and takes off

Steve Evans

Green scene: An Arncliffe based business will create a greener space at Sydney Airport's International outdoor forecourt. Picture: Supplied/Hassell Landscape Architect

Arncliffe builder secures major airport upgrade project

Eva Kolimar

Hurstville woman jailed for money laundering and drugs trafficking

Hurstville woman jailed for money laundering and drugs trafficking

Eva Kolimar

Lucky win for Gymea workers

Lucky win for Gymea workers

Eva Kolimar

WHAT'S ONStudent hosts new kid's TV show

OUR PEOPLEHigh honour for migrant volunteer

OUR BUSINESSTraining muscle movement beyond limitations

Scott Morrison to return to shire

Enviro benefits: Danielle Roll with paper straws, which will become the norm when the plastic variety are banned from November 1. Picture: John Veage

Plastics ban to start

Barton MP Linda Burney celebrating with supporters at the Kingsgrove RSL Club kast nigh Pictures: John Veage

Update: Albanese acknowledges Linda Burney as new Indigenous Affairs Minister

Bayside Council mayor, Dr Christina Curry with the members Bayside Men's Shed at Kyeemagh as they present the proceeds from their collection supporting flood victims. Picture: John Veage

Bayside Men's Shed's charitable collection for flood victims

The new listening station positioned off Cronulla beach. Picture: supplied

Listen up, shark about!

The Community Strategic Plan is a 10-year plan to guide Georges River Council and all community stakeholders in the delivery of services based on the priorities of the community.

Plan is a community effort

The May 23 post-election front pages of publisher ACM's daily newspapers in NSW, Victoria, Tasmania and the ACT

WATCHFrom Barnaby country to Labor's heartlands: what the ACM papers say

Purr-fect rescue of kittens by firies at Beverly Hills

14m ago

How Prince Charles could help rebuild Australia's most flood-prone city

28m ago

Positive rapid antigen data may be skewed

30m ago

Fire guts former Melbourne strip club

32m ago

NSW Police smash syndicate after raids

34m ago

Endangered quolls go back to the wild

42m ago

The Nationals leadership team of Barnaby Joyce (L) and David Littleproud (R) could be challenged.

Joyce Nationals leadership under pressure

2hrs ago

The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall, during their three-day trip to Canada this year. Photo: Jacob King/PA Wire

How Prince Charles could help rebuild Australia's most flood-prone city

28m ago

The Albanese Labor government looks set for a House majority but faces a larger Senate crossbench.

Labor on track for majority government

Australians are being urged to register their positive rapid antigen tests with authorities.

Positive rapid antigen data may be skewed

30m ago

Fire crews were called to the former Goldfingers club just after 12am on Tuesday.

Fire guts former Melbourne strip club

Cassandra Morgan
32m ago

NSW Police say they have arrested all the members of a drug syndicate after a series of dawn raids.

NSW Police smash syndicate after raids

34m ago

Conservationists are hoping for a baby boom as 50 eastern quolls have been released to the wild.

Endangered quolls go back to the wild

42m ago

Detectives want anyone with information or dashcam footage of the incident to come forward.

Boy charged over WA stabbing death

Tim Dornin
46m ago

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Strong : Part of the St George clubs centenary celebrations a classy womens field starts off strong in the 5km Alleyn Gainsford race and (inset) winners Isaac Shore and Jaylah Hancock-Cameron .Pictures John Veage

St George Classic runs hot

John Veage
1hr ago

All smiles: Nicho Hynes celebrates with debutant Lachie Miller's friends and family after the Sharks' 25-18 win over the Titans on Sunday. Picture NRL Images

Sharks surprise

John Veage
1hr ago

STEP UP: The Blues' credibility took a massive step forward with their impressive win over fellow finals aspirant Sydney on the weekend. Picture: Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images

OPINIONBlues more credible and raising the bar as 2022 season progresses

Howard Kotton

Strong : Part of the St George clubs centenary celebrations a classy womens field starts off strong in the 5km Alleyn Gainsford race and (inset) winners Isaac Shore and Jaylah Hancock-Cameron .Pictures John Veage

St George Classic runs hot

1hr ago

Birthday: Bert and Kaye Laurendet helped plant five trees at their Canoe Club, Burnum Burnum Sanctuary headquarters to celebrate five decades paddling.

Shire paddlers turning 50

Liz Swanton

5km: Women's winner Jaylah Hancock-Cameron.Picture John Veage

Hot pace in wet cross country

John Veage

Former PM John Howard with Ryan MP Julian Simmonds during the campaign. Mr Simmonds was defeated by the Greens. Picture: AAP

OPINIONThis is what happens when you treat voters like misbehaving teenagers

Former PM John Howard with Ryan MP Julian Simmonds during the campaign. Mr Simmonds was defeated by the Greens. Picture: AAP

OPINIONThis is what happens when you treat voters like misbehaving teenagers

The May 23 post-election front pages of publisher ACM's daily newspapers in NSW, Victoria, Tasmania and the ACT

WATCHFrom Barnaby country to Labor's heartlands: what the ACM papers say

The May 23 post-election front pages of publisher ACM's daily newspapers in NSW, Victoria, Tasmania and the ACT

WATCHFrom Barnaby country to Labor's heartlands: what the ACM papers say

Independent candidate Zoe Daniel defeated Liberal MP Tim Wilson for the seat of Goldstein in an election that saw a record number of women elected to Parliament. Picture: AAP

OPINIONHer rights at work: how will women be treated in the new parliament?

Independent candidate Zoe Daniel defeated Liberal MP Tim Wilson for the seat of Goldstein in an election that saw a record number of women elected to Parliament. Picture: AAP

OPINIONHer rights at work: how will women be treated in the new parliament?

Farmers Judy Cardwell from Mitta Mitta and Belinda Pearce of the Kiewa Valley lead a protest to Melbourne last year over the issue of camping on licensed Crown river frontages. Picture: Mark Jesser

LISTENFarmers and fishers feud over riverside camping in Victoria

Farmers Judy Cardwell from Mitta Mitta and Belinda Pearce of the Kiewa Valley lead a protest to Melbourne last year over the issue of camping on licensed Crown river frontages. Picture: Mark Jesser

LISTENFarmers and fishers feud over riverside camping in Victoria

A home on Richmond Street, Woodburn. The flood damaged contents piled up on the nature strip. Thursday 7th April 2022 // PHOTO BY MARINA NEIL // NEWCASTLE HERALD // NRFLOODS22

LISTENLiving with climate disasters

A home on Richmond Street, Woodburn. The flood damaged contents piled up on the nature strip. Thursday 7th April 2022 // PHOTO BY MARINA NEIL // NEWCASTLE HERALD // NRFLOODS22

LISTENLiving with climate disasters

Grumpy Goat Co in Smithton Tasmania holds goat yoga sessions. Picture: Meg Whitfield

LISTENGoat yoga sets the baa for mental health care

Grumpy Goat Co in Smithton Tasmania holds goat yoga sessions. Picture: Meg Whitfield

LISTENGoat yoga sets the baa for mental health care

Fun facts: Marianne Hanna of Allawah is one of three hosts of a new children's television show.

WHAT'S ONStudent hosts new kid's TV show

Eva Kolimar

Album five: Simone Waddell. Picture: Graham Jepson.

WHAT'S ONLugarno jazz starlet sings a fiery tune

Eva Kolimar

Scenes from Arts Theatre Cronulla's production of Exit Laughing by Paul Elliott. Pictures: Port Hacking Camera Club

Arts Theatre Cronulla's a funny way to urn a laugh

Fun facts: Marianne Hanna of Allawah is one of three hosts of a new children's television show.

WHAT'S ONStudent hosts new kid's TV show

Walkers: Olympian Peter Hadfield and granddaughter Evie who goes to Grays Point Primary School.Picture John Veage

Walk safely to school day

Australian crime writer, Garry Disher will appear at the Hurstville Library on May 19 as part of the Sydney Writers' Festival.

Crime writer Garry Disher at Hurstville Library

Jim Gainsford

Keeping Australia moving: Simon Laurence with fellow drivers Leanne Healy (left) and Andrea McGrath.

Transport leader putting driver safety and wellbeing first

VIBRANT CULTURE: Dubai is one of the most multicultural cities in the world. Photos: Supplied

Win a seven-night Arabian Peninsular cruise for two

Dayle Latham

AESTHETICALLY PLEASING: The Samsung Galaxy A53 5G is of sleek design and comes in two stunning colours, awesome blue and black. Photo: Supplied.

Budget can still be boujee

Ash Lieberman

Keeping Australia moving: Simon Laurence with fellow drivers Leanne Healy (left) and Andrea McGrath.

Transport leader putting driver safety and wellbeing first

The spectacular Cradle Mountain.

An island hopping tour way down south

Emma Brown

Fairways | Golfing NW Vic, NSW and ACT

Fairways | Golfing NW Vic, NSW and ACT

Comfort and style

Comfort and style

Comfort and style

Comfort and style

New, quick way to search the property market

New, quick way to search the property market

New, quick way to search the property market

New, quick way to search the property market

Outstanding opportunity in Port Hacking

Outstanding opportunity in Port Hacking

Prestige Property

Potential plus in Sans Souci

Potential plus in Sans Souci

House of the Week

Stunning Shire landmark in Caringbah

Stunning Shire landmark in Caringbah

Development of the Week

Firefighters rescued two of the kittens via the man-hole in the property however three of the kittens had fallen down the wall cavity.

Purr-fect rescue of kittens by firies at Beverly Hills

14m ago

Recognition: Eric Tam received a volunteering award from Her Excellency the Honourable Margaret Beazley.

OUR PEOPLEHigh honour for migrant volunteer

Eva Kolimar

Bayside Council mayor, Dr Christina Curry with the members Bayside Men's Shed at Kyeemagh as they present the proceeds from their collection supporting flood victims. Picture: John Veage

Bayside Men's Shed's charitable collection for flood victims

Jim Gainsford

Firefighters rescued two of the kittens via the man-hole in the property however three of the kittens had fallen down the wall cavity.

Purr-fect rescue of kittens by firies at Beverly Hills

14m ago

The floods in Lismore and surrounding towns destroyed the majority of council, preschool and school library resources.

Oatley Lions and Hurstville Rotary to the rescue of flood ravaged libraries

Jim Gainsford

BE WARY: Do your research before paying for holiday deals that seem too good to be true.

Scamwatch: Beware of holiday deals too good to be true

Como Leisure Grounds circa 1900. Picture: Sutherland Shire Libraries

Leader flashback | Como Pleasure Grounds

Local teams: The Cronulla Sharks NRL team shows its support of the local Junior League at their annual team photo this week. Picture John Veage

Sharks support

Member for Cowper, Pat Conaghan. Photo: Mardi Borg

Pat Conaghan on lessons learned and being in election limbo

1hr ago

Surfing Sharks back in the big league

Surfing Sharks back in the big league

Snowboard: Olympic debutant Matt Cox didn't start his campaign in the fashion he hoped, missing the snowboard slopestyle finals.

Matty Cox's Olympic debut

John Veage

North Cronulla Surf Boat launch

North Cronulla Surf Boat launch

John Veage

Photo: File

WATCHWill hydrogen technology be the answer to Australia's emissions woes?

Ellen Phiddian

Jakara Anthony holds the Australian flag proudly after her Olympic moguls triumph.

Anthony strikes gold in women's moguls

Melissa Woods

Mark Speakman.

OPINIONShire Matters with Mark Speakman: Careers advice at all ages and stages

Mark Speakman

Georges River Council mayor, Nick Katris.

Mayoral Minute with Nick Katris: Georges River Council reflects on National Sorry Day

Kogarah MP, Chris Minns.

St George Matters with Chris Minns: NSW Government letting our schools fall into disrepair

PRECIOUS PLACE: Greg Ugle by the ancient rock shelter he says will be impacted by the bridge under the current proposal.

Building bridges, but plan divides

Hazel Bradley

The mother of a veteran says he was bullied, discharged, and failed by doctors before his suicide.

Ex-soldiers 'overwhelmed' by compo process

Sam McKeith

Queenie describes her show 'Blue: The Songs of Joni Mitchell' as a love letter from one melancholy mother to another. Image credit: Kurt Sneddon.

Queenie van de Zandt performs love letter to Joni Mitchell | Photos, Video

Anthony Caggiano

Market farmer Austin Breiner lost a layer of topsoil in February, which destroyed a large portion of his crop. Picture: Simone De Peak

Can't sow, can't grow: 'Relentless' rain hurting Hunter farmers

Ethan Hamilton

Lismore residents could be hit with more floods as rain continues in northern NSW.

Flood support for students with more rain expected

Samantha Townsend

Neither the export fraternity nor the overseas buyers are looking to book large quantities, but both are equally keen to keep the wheels turning and desperately hope that containers will get loaded and shipped more quickly than has been the case for the past two months.

ANALYSISWool starts to move in China

Elders Wool

The succulent Jai Ho Tandoori Prawns and, left, the Chilli Chicken accompanied by a plate of super-light basmati ice

REVIEWFull-on flavours and great value

Ian Moore

Roll up for delightful involtini

Roll up for delightful involtini

Naomi Crisante

Naomi Crisante ... food brings the family together. Photo: Morgan Hancock

A cook with a family flourish