Landscaper drunk during ‘fake gun fast food holdup’: court
A landscaper accused of drunkenly wielding a homemade item resembling a gun at a Sydney fast food chain has been struggling with alcohol in the wake of a personal tragedy, a court has heard.
St George Shire
‘We’ve been lucky’: hidden area gets $700k home value rise
Families living in an area of Sydney that has largely flown under the radar until recently have been getting incredible equity gains as prices hit new heights.
Meth allegedly found in bum after high-speed Sydney pursuit
A convicted drug dealer was allegedly behind the wheel of a Range Rover while a mother of five was in the passenger seat during a high-speed police pursuit through southern Sydney.
Magistrate brands Sydney perp a ‘threat to women’s safety’
A magistrate has scolded a domestic violence offender found guilty of assaulting a woman multiple times in Sydney, warning further offending could see him locked up.
Initiative pushes young talent ‘a step closer’ to Olympic glory
Talented young sportspeople are getting a taste of what it’s like to be an Aussie Olympian or Paralympian in a bid to drive up youth sport participation as concerning research emerges.
11k homes rejected as Sydney housing crisis intensifies
Shocking new data has uncovered that 11,000 homes were rejected by NSW Planning in refused masterplanned developments across NSW in the past finanical year.
Not just tough guys, speedsters! Players Australian schoolboys rugby coach wants
The new Australian schools coach knows the type of player he wants to find at the Australian schools rugby championships for his team – and it’s not just tough guys and speedsters.
‘Super powers’ sevens coach wants to see at Australian schools rugby titles
There’s a place for all sizes and shapes in the new Australian sevens squad being selected at the schools rugby championships – and teen tyros with this special trait.
‘Water grab’: Court makes call on yacht club’s expansion plans
A $1.5 million expansion plan by a Sutherland Shire yacht club has been determined in court after a bitter planning process that had the local council claiming the proposal would ‘alienate’ waterways and create ‘intergenerational inequity’.
First homebuyers rush mortgage cliff sale
When a young family hit the mortgage cliff, desperate action was required — luckily there were plenty of first home buyers fighting over their inner city pad.
Homeless man turns $10k into $10m
In many ways it’s the ultimate rags to riches story, this ex-homeless man has managed to turn a $10,000 grant into $10m by buying homes.
Simple homebuyer mistake could cost you $100,000
This common homebuying mistake has the potential to cost you plenty for years to come.
‘We’ve been lucky’: hidden area gets $700k home value rise
Families living in an area of Sydney that has largely flown under the radar until recently have been getting incredible equity gains as prices hit new heights.
Need to Know
Here’s what you can expect with tomorrow’s St George and Sutherland Shire weather
As winter sets in what can locals expect tomorrow? We have the latest word from the Weather Bureau.
Check out the latest on The Shire roads
The daily commute is better with a little planning. Here’s some roads it might be best to avoid today
Check out the latest on The Shire roads
The daily commute is better with a little planning. Here’s some roads it might be best to avoid today
Here’s what you can expect with tomorrow’s St George and Sutherland Shire weather
As winter sets in what can locals expect tomorrow? We have the latest word from the Weather Bureau.
‘Rough diamonds’: team out to surprise at Australian schools rugby
They are abrasive and physical but it’s another skill this team hopes will deliver success against their polished rivals at the Australian schools rugby championships. ASRU latest
‘Like Johnathan Thurston’: Young guns to turn heads at Australian schools rugby
He might already be connected with a famous NRL club but this son of a rugby league great isn’t lost to rugby – just yet at least.Australian schools rugby favourites, squads and guns to watch.
‘Hungry’: Most dangerous team at Australian schools rugby champs
There’s country and city teens on a mission and fired-up young guns with a point to prove. It makes them the most dangerous team at the Australian schools rugby championships this week.
Extraordinary times of young rugby speedster in Junior Wallabies
He’s been coached by a famous Olympian and is now one of the fastest teenagers in rugby – and potentially at the upcoming world rugby U20 championships in South Africa.
Why Tom Slingsby’s Australian SailGP crew are upbeat after loss
They might have been on the back foot most of the season but there’s good reason Tom Slingsby and his Aussie crew are now upbeat about winning their fourth straight SailGP.
‘Words can’t describe it’: Australian school rugby teams, star players revealed
Try-scoring freaks, big hits, raw pace, head-turners and upsets headlined the 2024 Australian schools rugby championships. See the full representative team lists, final day results and individual award winners here.
Ultimate guide to the 2024 Harvey Norman Women’s Premiership
The 2024 Harvey Norman Women’s Premiership is shaping as the biggest season yet as a genuine reserve grade to NRLW. We take a look at all 12 clubs and the stars who are set to make their mark.
NAIDOC Cup: NSW and Northern NSW Football players to watch
The NAIDOC Cup is back for its third year and plenty of up and coming First Nations talent is set to feature at Lake Macquarie. Check out all the team’s ahead of kick-off on July 10.
‘A lot of footy left in me’: Studdon makes incredible HNWP comeback
Maddie Studdon’s 2024 NRLW hopes were dashed after a horror tackle put her on the sidelines. The former NSW captain isn’t giving up on her goal of returning to the elite level though.
More booze, bashing and betting in Indigenous communities after cashless card axed
Axing the cashless debit card in Indigenous communities has led to a surge in gambling, public drunkenness and alcohol-related violence, with more children going hungry, missing school and wandering the streets at night.
Sea search for missing boatie after Lake Macquarie crash
Emergency services and the rescue helicopter have swarmed a waterway in Lake Macquarie after a boat crash threw four people into the water, with one yet to be recovered.
The Snitch: Money brawl over dumpster fire home giveaway plan
Who does PR queen Roxy Jacenko say is the one and only creditor of her failed $10m house giveaway? What was Michael Ibrahim’s spray before he was shipped to Supermax? And what’s the next step for lawyer Brett Galloway? The Snitch is here.
Wright brilliance helps Wallabies to tough win over Wales
A piece of individual brilliance has helped Australia to a 25-16 win against Wales in Sydney, as the Wallabies welcomed a host of debutants. Find out how they performed inside.
No Insta love for Lee after financial troubles
Once the glamorous poster girl for Dion Lee, Beth Levis has made no mention of the Australian designer on her social media pages since January — about when she learned of his financial position.
‘No doctor would listen’: How I saved mum in aged care
Patricia Shea may not be here if it wasn’t for her son’s efforts to persuade paramedics to take her to hospital from her aged care.
Hillsong loses $100k a week amid ATO investigation
The crippling finances have been exposed in new financial documents, with the Christian megachurch losing an eye-watering $5 million in just one year.
‘What happened to me?’: Update on Aussies in horror Bali incidents
One is the partner of a reality TV star with a shattered spleen, the other a theme park work who might lose an eye. The latest on two young Aussies who almost died in Bali.
AusPost turns tables in $1bn battle with big banks
Paul Graham is seizing the moment to keep Australia Post delivering. This time he wants banks to be part of the solution.
World
Putin, Xi react to Iran’s new reformist president
China and Russia have reacted to Iran reformist Masoud Pezeshkian’s win in his country’s presidential runoff election, but the US is less optimistic.
Why Trump is in the box seat for political resurrection
As Joe Biden’s gaffes continue, Donald Trump holds all the momentum in the race for The White House and a win which seemed almost impossible comes into view.
Macron ‘humiliated’ before French elections: Your 5-min guide
French President Emanuel Macron’s political strategy to call snap elections has backfired, and Paris has seen more violence. This is how the election works.
‘All hell will break loose’: French election becomes tense
France’s election campaign has become tense, as far-right leader Marine Le Pen is tipped to fall short of a majority as voters worry about their uncertain future.
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