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Tuesday, 16 July 2024
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Defence Housing mandates deadly engineered stone in new homes
A Defence Housing Australia development under construction at Academy Close, Campbell. Inset, a stonemason working with protective equipment. Pictures by Keegan Carroll, Gary Ramage
Connor Pearce • 59m ago

Letters | Old Cronulla beach photos 'show futility of fighting nature'

Sand restoration at Cronulla beach in 1977. Picture supplied
Murray Trembath

Dragons in fine form

John Veage
Jaydn Su'A scored a crucial first half try in the Brisbane win and produced eight tackle breaks in 16 runs totalling 167 metres. Picture NRL Images
Weather

Monday shivers, but at least it's dry

Eva Kolimar
It's another cold week at Cronulla. Picture by Chris Lane
Property
Top suburb, low price: the one-bedroom houses selling for less
Jen Melocco
A Woollahra cottage sold for $1.55 million a auction, well below the suburb media of $4.96 million. Pic: Supplied
Opinion

Measuring if it actually works? Great idea

Crispin Hull • 59m ago
Assistant Treasurer Andrew Leigh. Pictures by Karleen Minney, Shutterstock
Opinion

An unlikely hero emerges in skin cancer battle

Stefan Mazy • 59m ago
Stefan Mazy says hairdressers and beauty therapists can drastically improve skin cancer detection in Australia. Picture supplied
St George matters with Chris Minns:My plan to address housing affordability crisis
NSW Premier and Kogarah MP Chris Minns.
Back to winning
With his double on Friday night winger Sione Katoa has now scored nine tries in his past five games against the Tigers. Picture John Veage
John Veage
Education
Tapping into early child intervention
Eva Kolimar
Early intervention expert Chloe Chui says more families are seeking support to help children with developmental or behavioural concerns. Picture by Chris Lane
Schools

Futures are well in focus for these students

Port Hacking High School's Special Education Unit had some recent success, with students completing a workplace course to help prepare them for life after school. Picture supplied
Eva Kolimar

Livvi's Place inclusive playground about to open at Woolooware Bay

Murray Trembath
Livvi's Place inclusive playground at Bay Central is about to open. Picture by Murray Trembath

Updated | Girl, 10, and woman in hospital after being hit by car at Cronulla

Murray Trembath
Accident scene at Cronulla. Picture by John Veage
Bruce Lee commemoration at Kogarah Town Square
Pictures by John Veage
Bruce Lee commemoration at Kogarah Town Square
Update | Dog knocking over heat lamp may have started Kirrawee storage building fire
Firefighters continue to pour water on the storage building in Kirrawee on Saturday morning. Picture by Murray Trembath
Murray Trembath
No policy on renaming of Cooks River
Jim Gainsford
Cooks River Alliance Executive Officer Dr Andrew Thomas and Cooks River Alliance Aboriginal Landcare Coordinator Stacey Gilbert. Picture by John Veage

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Defence Housing mandates deadly engineered stone in new homes
Connor Pearce • 59m ago
A Defence Housing Australia development under construction at Academy Close, Campbell. Inset, a stonemason working with protective equipment. Pictures by Keegan Carroll, Gary Ramage
Letters | Old Cronulla beach photos 'show futility of fighting nature'
Murray Trembath
Sand restoration at Cronulla beach in 1977. Picture supplied
Dragons in fine form
John Veage
Jaydn Su'A scored a crucial first half try in the Brisbane win and produced eight tackle breaks in 16 runs totalling 167 metres. Picture NRL Images
Weather
Monday shivers, but at least it's dry
Eva Kolimar
It's another cold week at Cronulla. Picture by Chris Lane
St George matters with Chris Minns:My plan to address housing affordability crisis
NSW Premier and Kogarah MP Chris Minns.

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National

Defence Housing mandates deadly engineered stone in new homes

Exclusive
A Defence Housing Australia development under construction at Academy Close, Campbell. Inset, a stonemason working with protective equipment. Pictures by Keegan Carroll, Gary Ramage
Connor Pearce • 59m ago

Doctor on $1m bail after alleged abuse of two patients

Miklos Bolza
Ahmed Al-Sudani was arrested at a medical centre following reports of two sexual assaults. (Supplied by Nsw Police/AAP PHOTOS)

Call to denounce violence in wake of attack on Trump

Dominic Giannini • 2hrs ago
Experts are warning of a "culture war" stemming from political debate being imported from the US. (EPA PHOTO)

Tradie boom tipped but more needed for housing crisis

Alex Mitchell • 2hrs ago
NSW is set for a construction boom but it needs a lot more workers. (Dan Himbrechts/AAP PHOTOS)

Judge's alleged victim to detail physical assault claim

William Ton • 2hrs ago
The trial of Justice Gregory Geason continues in Hobart. (Ethan James/AAP PHOTOS)

Sport

Dragons in fine form

Jaydn Su'A scored a crucial first half try in the Brisbane win and produced eight tackle breaks in 16 runs totalling 167 metres. Picture NRL Images
John Veage

Back to winning

John Veage
With his double on Friday night winger Sione Katoa has now scored nine tries in his past five games against the Tigers. Picture John Veage

Warrior medals in Games

Cronulla's Harley Dodds returns home from the US Warrior Games with two Bronze and a Gold Medal in power lifting, rowing and sprinting.

Gymea Gorillas gifting veterans

John Veage
The Gymea Gorillas JRLFC helping veterans. Picture John Veage

O'Leary to compete for Japan

John Veage
Connor O'Leary
PropertyView
Top suburb, low price: the one-bedroom houses selling for less
Property
A Woollahra cottage sold for $1.55 million a auction, well below the suburb media of $4.96 million. Pic: Supplied
Jen Melocco
Property
Live like an heiress: Inside Francesca Packer-Barnham's $30 million penthouse
Jen Melocco
Dinner with a view is on the menu in the 40th floor apartment with views over Sydney Harbour. Pic: Supplied
Property
Former homes of cricket greats, Bradman and Thomson, bring in the buyers
Melissa Kehagias
Donald Bradman lived in the Bowral home from the age of three to 15, where he developed his cricketing skills. Pic: Supplied

Andy Lee and Rebecca Harding dig into their $5m historic Hawthorn reno

Property
Photography: @lana.landsberry Styling: @mattiecronan & @lillyveitch HMU: @sophiapafitis Set Design: @inezabapo
The celebrity couple bring in the diggers at Ravenswood mansion.
Emily Rayner
Property

Can't wait to see Andy Lee's multimillion dollar renovation?

Emily Rayner
Caption via @thebuild_ravenswood The design team! David Flack and Richie Blight These legends are in charge of bringing Ravenswood back to its best and breathing new life. So lucky to have @flackstudio_ on board, they just made the @archdigest 2024 AD100
Property

Shock cost: Average Australian mortgage hits eye-watering record high

Melissa Kehagias
The average new owner-occupier mortgage for Australians clocked in at $626,055, the highest level in ABS records. Pic: Shutterstock

What's On

A new Greek restaurant has arrived at Brighton-Le-Sands

Food
Assistant Restaurant Manager Luke Gregory, Bar Manager Sajan Khatri, Venue Manager Kosta Lambroglou and Restaurant Manager Celia Farissier at Ammos Brighton-Le-Sands. Picture supplied
Eva Kolimar
What's on

Idol winner returns to the shire for a second show

Eva Kolimar
2024 Australian Idol winner Dylan Wright has announced his tour dates. He will play at The Brass Monkey, Cronulla, on October 27. Picture supplied
Schools

A hospitable cook-up for a culinary event

Eva Kolimar
Hospitality students at St Aloysius Cronulla prepare their meal game plan in a culinary cook-up, attended by executive chefs and guests. Picture supplied
What's on

When Olympians make music together

Eva Kolimar
The Johnny Rudge band, which includes former athletes and Olympians, is playing a live gig on July 20 at Brass Monkey Cronulla. Picture supplied

Bruce Lee festival returns to Kogarah

Jim Gainsford
People gathered at Kogarah Town Square on July 20 last year to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the death of Bruce Lee. Picture: Chris Lane

Recommended

Under sail: Let the wind take you to your next adventure at sea

Star Clippers flagship Royal Clipper sails past the island of Hvar in Croatia. Picture supplied
Rosie Ryan

Step back in time: Discover the hidden gems in Penrith City

Rosie Ryan
St Marys' iconic Bennett's Wagons were internationally recognised for their quality and design. Picture supplied

A selection of the most enchanting destinations on Earth

Emma Brown
Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca, Morocco. Picture Shutterstock

New supplement combating winter joint pain

Ease joint pain this winter and keep moving with Abexol, a new innovative and natural solution easing joint pain and stiffness. Picture Shutterstock

Jamala Wildlife Lodge offers an experience so unique it has to be experienced to be truly appreciated

Elizabeth Habermann
Special guests often join the dining experience including white lions. Picture Jamala Wildlife Lodge

Community

Bruce Lee commemoration at Kogarah Town Square

Bruce Lee commemoration at Kogarah Town Square
Pictures by John Veage

Kingsgrove Community Aid Centre celebrates NAIDOC Week

Jim Gainsford
Ranger Jake and participants in NAIDOC celebrations at the Kingsgrove Community Aid Centre. Picture supplied,

Georges River Councils awards $164000 in community grants

Georges River Mayor Sam Elmir and Councillors, centre, with some of the recipients of Round 2 Georges River Council's Community Grants Program.

$153,000 in Georges River community grants now available

Jim Gainsford
Some of the recipients of last year's round of Georges River Community Grants with Georges River Mayor Sam Elmir and Councillors Ashvini Ambihaipahar and Ben Wang centre.

Many cultures meet at Kogarah for NAIDOC Week

Jim Gainsford
Bruce Shillingsworth explained that the Smoking Ceremony is a cleansing to get rid of bad spirits and keep good spirits. Picture by Chris Lane

Photos and Video

An unlikely hero emerges in skin cancer battle

Opinion
Stefan Mazy says hairdressers and beauty therapists can drastically improve skin cancer detection in Australia. Picture supplied
Stefan Mazy • 59m ago
Exclusive

Defence Housing mandates deadly engineered stone in new homes

Connor Pearce • 59m ago
A Defence Housing Australia development under construction at Academy Close, Campbell. Inset, a stonemason working with protective equipment. Pictures by Keegan Carroll, Gary Ramage
Crime

'It's like a Hollywood movie': high-powered rifle returned after anonymous call

Brodie Everist
Three thieves stole a high-powered rifle from Aaron Hall Epsom home. Picture by Darren Howe
Watch

Pie in the Sky: The Aussie-made game where you terrorise people as a magpie

Benjamin Palmer
Pie in the Sky is the Aussie-made game that lets you terrorise people as a magpie.
Watch

'Hitting as good as ever': Kyrgios gives big hint on comeback date

Melanie Dinjaski
Nick Kyrgios is making his comeback. Picture Getty Images

Comment

St George matters with Chris Minns:My plan to address housing affordability crisis

NSW Premier and Kogarah MP Chris Minns.

St George letters: Now is not the time for a council merger

A proposal by Georges River to create a St George Council taking in the former Rockdale local government area and part of Canterbury-Bankstown has failed.

Shire Matters with Mark Speakman: A bad budget for NSW

Cronulla Mp, Mark Speakman
Mark Speakman replies to the state budget in parliament. Picture supplied
Explore
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The Greek island of your dreams - and why now is the best time to visit it
The Greek island of your dreams - and why now is the best time to visit it
Danielle Teutsch
The ultimate family holiday: Meet swimming elephants and superstar echidnas
Flip Byrnes
The ultimate family holiday: Meet swimming elephants and superstar echidnas
Travel Insider
The Big Question: How to stay safe in France during the Olympics?
Kristie Kellahan
The Big Question: How to stay safe in France during the Olympics?

Grand reader giveaway: Win an overseas trip for two worth $42,000

Grand reader giveaway: Win an overseas trip for two worth $42,000
Two Ways to Go

Where will you find the world's best pubs - London or Dublin?

Amy Cooper and Mal Chenu
Where will you find the world's best pubs - London or Dublin?
Adventure

First-timer's guide to Uluru: Must-do experiences in Australia's Red Centre

Emily Clooney
First-timer's guide to Uluru: Must-do experiences in Australia's Red Centre
Cruising

Our pick of the world's best cruise lines' top new voyages

Our pick of the world's best cruise lines' top new voyages

Insane price drop for Qantas Club membership

Carla Mascarenhas
Insane price drop for Qantas Club membership
Car Expert

Chinese EV brands could fall like dominos as price wars cut profits

Car Expert
Chinese EV brands could fall like dominos as price wars cut profits
Jordan Mulach • 29m ago
Car Expert

How to prepare your car for sale so you can get the best price

Dylan Campbell • 1hr ago
How to prepare your car for sale so you can get the best price
Car Expert

2024 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Exceed Tourer review

James Wong
2024 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Exceed Tourer review
Car Expert

Hyundai is finally fixing its most annoying feature

James Wong
Hyundai is finally fixing its most annoying feature
Car Expert

Hyundai Inster: Baby EV coming to Australia to fend off cut-price Chinese hatches

James Wong
Hyundai Inster: Baby EV coming to Australia to fend off cut-price Chinese hatches
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

Research compares legume pastures and grazing oats for lambing ewes

Dr Susan Robertson, along with CSU honours student Walter Morton, investigated whether grazing lambing ewes on legumes versus oats made a difference in lamb mortality rates. File picture.
Alexandra Bernard • 29m ago

Results from 2024 Harris Farm National Hereford Youth Expo

Helen de Costa
Grand champion female Sugarloaf Jewell U174, with cattle judge Scott Myers, The Rock, Mackinley Klippel, 11, Towong, Vic and Olivia Pearce, Herefords Australia.

Eyes on the sideline help tell the story of the Coonabarabran Kookas

Simon Chamberlain
All rugged up, Ian 'Harry' Clifton and David 'DJ' Bruce Coonabarabran district farmers who provide weekly commentary of the Coonabarabran Kookaburra's trials on the rugby pitches of the Central West.

Life & Style

Busting the myths on credit scores and how to boost yours

Busting the myths on credit scores and how to boost yours.
Ali and Gaby Rosenberg
Advice

Take an ongoing interest in your accounts - it could pay off

Noel Whittaker
Take an ongoing interest in your accounts - it could pay off
Comment

The ads that will change the way parents feel about Facebook

James Joyce
Two children "play grown-ups" in this faux ad by the Youngbloods WA team of rising advertising industry talents. Picture by Gruen/ABC