Southern Highland News
Saturday, 2 December 2023
Severe bushfire predictions remain firm, despite recent rainfall events
Fire authorities have confirmed an increase bushfire risk this summer. File picture
Holly McGuinness
Mates rally around Adrian after sudden death of 'beautiful' young wife
Bridget Munro with her husband Adrian Arciuli and their daughters Gracie, 3, and Margot, seven months. Picture supplied
Natalie Croxon
Comment
Grumpy Old Man - I have a rare kind of genius
Glenn Ellard
Grumpy Old Man - I have a rare kind of genius
Our Places
The Sutton Forest Sand Quarry is on exhibition, and people can have their say
Briannah Devlin
People can have their say on the proposed sand quarry in Sutton Forest. Picture supplied
Watch
From Akubra to Speedo: who owns Australia's most iconic brands?
Anna Houlahan
From Akubra to Speedo: who owns Australia's most iconic brands?
'Gone too far': councils scrap Acknowledgement of Country
Anna McGuinness
An Acknowledgement of Country pays respect to the Traditional Owners of the land a meeting or event is being held on. Picture file
Puffin' pollies: leaders on the record over cannabis use
Anna Houlahan
Cannabis harvest. Picture by Paul Scrambler
Opinion
Poor little Jenkins, how will he cope with girls?
Garry Linnell
Some people genuinely believe in the superiority of elite same-sex education. Picture Shutterstock
Community resilience on display as Lake Conjola residents start clean up | PHOTOS
Mardi and Gaven Hempstead would like to thank all the people who helped them clean up this morning.
Damian McGill
Interactive
Where you can mail your letters to Santa in the Highlands
Staff Reporters
The Brown Shutter in Berrima and Bundanoon Hotel (both pictured) are two of six locations people can find red mailboxes to send their letters to Santa. Pictures supplied
Fancy a day trip to cool down? Here's a new inland beach to check out
A family enjoys a day at 'Penrith Beach', a new space opened with lifeguards at Penrith Lakes. Picture supplied.
Newsroom
Students win $300 prize for their creativity with Gibsy the cow
Briannah Devlin
Year 6 and kindergarten students from Frensham Junior School got creative in the Picasso Cows competition and painted Gibsy the Cow. Year 6 yeacher Lynn Venish and art teacher Jacqui Bolt (pictured) helped them with the project. Picture by Briannah Devlin
What's on
Santa photos, concerts and more - what's on during the Festival of Lights
Briannah Devlin
The Festival of Lights kicks off on December 1 and Mr and Mrs Claus will start it by flicking the switch. Picture by Briannah Devlin
Our People
Bong Bong Races honours the legacies of Alan Chittick and Lyn Goulder
Briannah Devlin
The late Lyn Goulder and Alan Chittick were honoured at this year's Bong Bong Races. Picutres supplied
What's on
Some of this week's highlights: The Festival of Lights and Angels in Our Town
The Festival of Lights will make a dazzling comeback this week, and has been a hit since 2021 (pictured). Picture by Briannah Devlin
Briannah Devlin
Hockey player, skier and martial artists earns Berrima District Sports Awards
Kathy Cupitt
Berrima District Sports Awards junior recipient Arabelle Thompson. Pictures supplied.

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Aussie tourists kept these consulates busiest with tales of woe
DFAT helped the most travellers in south-east Asian countries. Picture by Shutterstock
Anna McGuinness
Did David Duchovny play Mulder or Scully? Take our weekend quiz
Anna Houlahan
Did David Duchovny play Mulder or Scully? File picture
Exclusive
Graffiti at Hindu temple sparks widespread accusations
Anna Houlahan
Graffiti on the front fence of the Shree Laxminarayan Mandir temple. Picture supplied
Defence Minister reveals update on AUKUS east coast submarine base plans
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Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defence Richard Marles and, inset, a Virginia class submarine. Picture by Keegan Carroll
Karen Barlow
Man airlifted to hospital after being buried in sand
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A man has been airlifted to hospital after he was buried in sand on an island in Moreton Bay. (HANDOUT/RACQ LIFEFLIGHT)
Anti-Israeli protest blocks roads at WA shipping port
Kathryn Magann and Duncan Murray
A pro-Palestine protest is seeking to block the operations of ZIM shipping at the Port of Fremantle. (James Ross/AAP PHOTOS)
Sport
Father time not catching up with this pair yet
Connections after Father Rick after winning the Ladbrokes Million Dollar Chase. Picture supplied
Row erupts over AFL, cricket team relocation project
Laine Clark
The government unveiled an artist's impression of the showgrounds stadium during the Gabba rebuild. (Jono Searle/AAP PHOTOS)
Matildas, 2000 water polo team win Don, Dawn awards
Roger Vaughan
The Matildas, who reached the World Cup semis, have won Sport Australia Hall Of Fame's Don award. (Darren England/AAP PHOTOS)
Greyhounds Adoption Day returns to Dapto
Greyhounds As Pets host their final Adoption Day for the year at Dapto on December 16. Picture supplied
Leading jockey's love of greyhounds
Michael Cowley
Tyler Schiller (left) and Zac Lloyd have moved into greyhound ownership and are pictured with their broodbitch Newhaven Nellie. Photo Ross Schultz.
PropertyView
The Illawarra just became more unaffordable for home buyers than Sydney
According to new figures, buyers needed 12.8 years to save for a deposit in the Illawarra. Picture: File image
Brendan Crabb
Sneak peak: Inside the beach house tipped to break the Byron Bay record
Jen Melocco
The home is tipped to break the Byron Bay record of $37 million. Pic: Supplied
See inside the Byron Bay house Carrie Bickmore is selling
Jen Melocco
The Byron Bay home is made for outdoor entertaining and summer living. Picture: Supplied
Longterm superhosts set to sell Australia's 'best nature stay'
Photos
Gordon Cuff and Susie Aulich have owned The Trig for the past 16 years. Pictures supplied
Hamish Geale
Accused mushroom cook's property snapped up before auction
Jen Melocco
The Mount Waverley townhouse sold prior to auction. Pic Supplied.
Cost of Living
Data reveals which Highlands postcode is the most unaffordable for renters
Briannah Devlin
The latest Rental Affordability Index reveals that in most circumstances, suburbs in the Highlands are unaffordable for residents. Picture by Shutterstock
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What's On
Santa photos, concerts and more - what's on during the Festival of Lights
What's on
The Festival of Lights kicks off on December 1 and Mr and Mrs Claus will start it by flicking the switch. Picture by Briannah Devlin
Briannah Devlin
What's on
Road closures to know about during the Angels in Our Town parade
Briannah Devlin
The Angels in Our Town parade returns this week to tank those who make a big difference in the Highlands. Picture supplied
The magical firefly walk through Macquarie Pass going viral
Desiree Savage
Two people walk through Macquarie Pass National Park to see the fireflies. Picture supplied
What's on
Some of this week's highlights: The Festival of Lights and Angels in Our Town
Briannah Devlin
The Festival of Lights will make a dazzling comeback this week, and has been a hit since 2021 (pictured). Picture by Briannah Devlin
What's on
New Ngununggula exhibition explores humans' relationships with dogs
Staff Reporters
New Dog Old Tricks is the latest exhibition at Ngununggula gallery, that explores the importance of dogs to human relationships. Picture by Document Photography
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How today's evolving retirement villages can benefit seniors and society
Keyton retirement communities foster friendship and fun. Picture supplied
Waterways, wine and wildlife are the order of this cruise
Emma Brown
Impressive cliffs scoured by the river over millions of years along the Murray River. Picture Shutterstock
A new take on hiring: How Collar® Group is revolutionising the recruitment industry
Collar® Group is transforming the recruitment sector and taking the industry by storm. Picture supplied by Collar
Tickets on sale for Wilmot Field Day 2024: Accelerating the Change: Food, Fibre & Nature
General Manager at Wilmot Cattle Co, Stuart Austin, is eager to emphasise the value of firsthand farming stories to attendees. Picture supplied
Community
Mates rally around Adrian after sudden death of 'beautiful' young wife
Bridget Munro with her husband Adrian Arciuli and their daughters Gracie, 3, and Margot, seven months. Picture supplied
Natalie Croxon
Updated
The Highlands is issued a weather warning for storms, heavy rain, damaging winds and hail
Briannah Devlin
The SES units in the Highlands are responding to many assistance requests following overnight storms and heavy rainfall. Picture by Jimmy Deguara in Moss Vale in 2020
Fire and Rescue and SES skill up in the Highlands to prepare for emergencies
Staff Reporters
Fire and Rescue NSW and a State Emergency Service Unit in the Highlands came together to share knowledge in an operational program. Picture supplied
Interactive
Where you can mail your letters to Santa in the Highlands
Staff Reporters
The Brown Shutter in Berrima and Bundanoon Hotel (both pictured) are two of six locations people can find red mailboxes to send their letters to Santa. Pictures supplied
Meetings, events and services to know about on the community noticeboard
Briannah Devlin
Volunteer organisations are invited to walk in the Angels in our Town parade, which celebrates unsung heroes in the Highlands who make big differences in the toughest times. Picture by Steven Foster Photography
Photos and Video
Severe bushfire predictions remain firm, despite recent rainfall events
Fire authorities have confirmed an increase bushfire risk this summer. File picture
Holly McGuinness
Opinion
You don't need to be Christian to pray for this Christmas miracle
Mark Gaetani
There's one present the government could give Australians facing a Christmas that is shaping up as considerably less than joyous. Picture Shutterstock
'Liberal-linked figures' part of Home Affairs investigation
Adrian Rollins
'Liberal-linked figures' will be part of Home Affairs visa processing procurement investigation, says inquiry chair Julian Hill. Picture by Elesa Kurtz
Exclusive
Marles gives update on AUKUS east coast submarine base plans
Karen Barlow
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defence Richard Marles and, inset, a Virginia class submarine. Picture by Keegan Carroll
Opinion
How heritage protection is cutting down new development
Simon Cowan, Peter Tulip
Last week, the NSW Heritage Council opposed the construction of high-rise buildings at Central Station in Sydney, suggesting that low density would be more appropriate for that location. But is that the right call? Picture Shutterstock
Comment
You don't need to be Christian to pray for this Christmas miracle
Opinion
There's one present the government could give Australians facing a Christmas that is shaping up as considerably less than joyous. Picture Shutterstock
Mark Gaetani
Opinion
How heritage protection is cutting down new development
Simon Cowan, Peter Tulip
Last week, the NSW Heritage Council opposed the construction of high-rise buildings at Central Station in Sydney, suggesting that low density would be more appropriate for that location. But is that the right call? Picture Shutterstock
Opinion
How Dutton is shaping his PM persona
Michelle Grattan
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton with his eye on Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's chair during a division. Picture by Gary Ramage
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Visit this gem of an island in the Adriatic as part of a cruise
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Carrie Hutchinson
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Amy Cooper and Mal Chenu
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Akash Arora
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Akash Arora
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Natascha Mirosch
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William Stopford
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Jack Quick
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The Senior
World War II veteran Reg Chard celebrates 100th birthday
World War II veteran Reg Chard in his home at Villawood, Sydney, NSW. Picture supplied
Thousands have heard Reg's stories about Kokoda Track. He has some simple advice to young people.
Staff Reporter
Film explores minds of neurodiverse musos
Discover the processes that spark genius in this engrossing film.
Staff Reporter
Daniel Johns and David Helfgott in a still from the film. Picture supplied
Cultural exchange all in a day's work for Ebenezer
Ghana migrant Ebenezer Banful prides himself on connecting cultures.
Rowan Cowley
ACT Senior Australian of the Year Ebenezer Banful. Picture by Salty Dingo
The Land
Watching for wallabies at Mount Canobolas
I was able to get plenty of good shots of the birds. Pictures by Rebecca Nadge.
Rebecca Nadge
Bushranger provides rich fodder for 'tale of redemption'
Louise Thrower
Peter Long gained new insight into his great grandfather, Larry Cummins after writing a book about his life through the eyes of various characters. Picture supplied.
Opinion
Protections needed in new draft energy policy
Lucy Knight
Farmers should also be looking at the cost of decommissioning a potential project on their property, writes Lucy Knight. Picture via Shutterstock
Life & Style
Mining town cottage treated to a fresh face
Carefully detailing ensured the charm of the original charred brickwork was retained. Picture by Light and Lines
Reducing the risk of a li-ion fire at home
Use batteries carefully to reduce the risk of a house fire. Picture Shutterstock
Advice
Summit offers no solution to growing housing rental crisis
The more we attack the mum and dad investors who are providing the rental properties this country needs, the more reluctant they will be to continue investing. Photo Shutterstock