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In the kitchen: Adam and Fiona in the kitchen at Little Hand Stirred Jam Shop. Photo: supplied.

Famous foodie puts Berrima in the spotlight for new TV show

Vera Demertzis
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Nicholaas Brink and good mate Riley Topping loved flying together. Photo supplied

Tributes flow in for a man with 'a zest for life'

Jackie Meyers
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Happy Birthday: Sweet Retreat has been serving up gelato goodness for 12 months. Photo: Vera Demertzis

SUBSCRIBERSweet Retreat celebrates one year of frozen treats

Vera Demertzis

New managing director of ACM, Tony Kendall.

Tony Kendall to lead ACM executive team

Joanne Crawford

Chevalier College Year 10 Ag class taught by teacher Verity Gett. Students are Ivy, Charlotte, Grace, Sarah, Charlotte and Chloe. Photo supplied

Students calve out careers in dairy

Organiser Mr Luke Vandenbergh and MVHS staff with a display of Brotoes socks. Photo: Supplied.

PHOTOSStudents and staff pull up socks to spark mental health conversation

Andrew Goldman

HE WAS MY BEST MATE: MP mourns loss of Andrew Goldman

David Johnston

ON THE MOVE: The Great Southern Road at Braemar, c1890s, near the Mittagong bypass exit of 100 years later.

Highway helps shape growth of community

Philip Morton

PHOTOS'It was like a tornado': Wild weather whips up major damage

WHAT'S ONReFrame to celebrate second birthday

SUBSCRIBER'Disappointed' MP highlights council dysfunction in parliament

Students get behind white ribbon day

In the kitchen: Adam and Fiona in the kitchen at Little Hand Stirred Jam Shop. Photo: supplied.

Famous foodie puts Berrima in the spotlight for new TV show

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Outdoor stadiums and theatres in NSW will be allowed to operate at 100 per cent of capacity.

The new normal: Eased restrictions in NSW

Lucy Earl (mission development worker with Bowral Uniting Church), Erin Horton (corps officer with Southern Highlands Salvation Army) and Michael McKibbin (Southern Highlands homelessness service) are all part of the Community Christmas Drive Through to help those struggling this year. Photo: Lauren Strode

Community Drive Through set to bring some Christmas cheer

Harper's Mansion garden care volunteers have been honoured for their efforts to keep the historic Berrima property in pristine shape.

Awards, closures and a place to celebrate at Berrima mansion

Chevalier College Year 12 celebrate in style| Photos

Chevalier College Year 12 celebrate in style| Photos

Shocking vision of the moment a car hits a group of cyclists

Shocking vision of the moment a car hits a group of cyclists

Famous foodie puts Berrima in the spotlight for new TV show

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Kendall to lead ACM exec team

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Tributes flow in for a man with 'a zest for life'

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Tony Kendall to lead ACM executive team

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SUBSCRIBERSweet Retreat celebrates one year of frozen treats

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Students calve out careers in dairy

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Pacific Suites resident Justin Weng was told several days after signing a lease that the hotel would be used for COVID-19 quarantine, almost a week after the decision had been made. Picture: Dion Georgopoulos

SUBSCRIBERJustin's perfect rental turned out to be a hotel used for quarantine

A word of warning before celebrating 'biological jujitsu'

DIGESTA word of warning before celebrating 'biological jujitsu'

Have you heard the latest? Photo: file

DIGESTThe pollies are teasing us again

New Victorian coronavirus rule changes to be announced this weekend

New Victorian coronavirus rule changes to be announced this weekend

Photo: File

DIGESTTell mum you'll be home for Christmas

Kim Chappell

An unedifying diplomatic pile-on

DIGESTAn unedifying diplomatic pile-on

Janine Graham

A passenger from a repatriation flight from Singapore makes her way to a bus to hotel quarantine after landing at Canberra airport. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong

EXPLAINERWill we see stranded Aussies at home for Christmas?

Steve Evans

Picture: Shutterstock

OPINIONCOVID-19 cases decrease as weather heats up

Jasper Lindell

FAHRENHEIT HEAT COMPETITION: Robin Staples and Mike Holmwood have duked it out at Bowral Bowling Club in the senior final. Photo supplied.

A fascinating senior final one shot victory

Gordon Lewis

First and third grade cricket | PHOTOS

PHOTOSFirst and third grade cricket | PHOTOS

Phil Benson

FIGHTING HARD: Wingello Tiger's Grant Pike and Dale Wellington have both scored a century each for their team. Photo: Phil Benson.

SUBSCRIBERFighting Tigers deliver two centuries

Matt Welch

FAHRENHEIT HEAT COMPETITION: Robin Staples and Mike Holmwood have duked it out at Bowral Bowling Club in the senior final. Photo supplied.

A fascinating senior final one shot victory

Bowral Touch Competition, round nine | Draw

Bowral Touch Competition, round nine | Draw

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Prenter Report: Sport of kings becomes sport of paupers

OPINIONPrenter Report: Sport of kings becomes sport of paupers

Geoff Prenter

"The brass in the piano actually started to melt. That's how hot it got", Torrington resident Richard Cork lost a property to fire on November 8, 2019. PHOTO: Andrew Messenger

LISTENWhen these wilderness escapes became death traps

"The brass in the piano actually started to melt. That's how hot it got", Torrington resident Richard Cork lost a property to fire on November 8, 2019. PHOTO: Andrew Messenger

LISTENWhen these wilderness escapes became death traps

Rick and Carolyn Lean lost their son to suicide two years ago after a long battle with addiction and mental health issues. Photo: Kellsey Galea

LISTENHow one city is trying to tackle its drug problem from within

Rick and Carolyn Lean lost their son to suicide two years ago after a long battle with addiction and mental health issues. Photo: Kellsey Galea

LISTENHow one city is trying to tackle its drug problem from within

The Drip Gorge, near Mudgee. PHOTO: Mudgee District Environment Group

LISTENMeet the women fighting for The Drip

The Drip Gorge, near Mudgee. PHOTO: Mudgee District Environment Group

LISTENMeet the women fighting for The Drip

Small-ship cruise gets green light for Tasmania

Small-ship cruise gets green light for Tasmania

Explore Travel
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A weekend getaway in beautiful Hobart is just what the doctor ordered.

Whitsunday sailing, cut-price Darwin: this week's best travel deals

Explore Travel

Bob along at Arbory Afloat. Picture: Supplied

Four ways to fall in love with Melbourne all over again

Sue Wallace

Colo Vale woodchopping champion David Reumer was a cut above the rest of his NSW counterparts at the STIHL Timbersports Virtual Australian Championships. Photo: Supplied

Southern Highlands champion remains tip top at woodchop

Colo Vale woodchopping champion David Reumer was a cut above the rest of his NSW counterparts at the STIHL Timbersports Virtual Australian Championships. Photo: Supplied

Southern Highlands champion remains tip top at woodchop

Hazel McGregor's Anzac biscuits are a favourite of many who visit Bowral Crafts Unlimited's shop in Bowral. Photo: Lauren Strode

Thousands of biscuits made with love

Hazel McGregor's Anzac biscuits are a favourite of many who visit Bowral Crafts Unlimited's shop in Bowral. Photo: Lauren Strode

Thousands of biscuits made with love

Bill Dunn was presented with a long service award from NSW RFS commissioner Rob Rogers at the Mittagong Fire Control Centre on Friday, September 18. Photo: RFS Southern Highlands Team

Job well 'Dunn': NSW RFS Commissioner thanks Bill for 70 years of service

Bill Dunn was presented with a long service award from NSW RFS commissioner Rob Rogers at the Mittagong Fire Control Centre on Friday, September 18. Photo: RFS Southern Highlands Team

Job well 'Dunn': NSW RFS Commissioner thanks Bill for 70 years of service

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LONG ROAD: Josh Teskey, left, used to watch Ash Grunwald, right, perform at the St Andrews Hotel when he was still a teenager, but these days the influence runs in both directions.

Blues union decades in the making for Grunwald and Teskey

Josh Leeson

Mamma Mia opens on December 10. Photo by Michael Turczynski

WHAT'S ONMamma Mia- cast excited to bring some 'joy to people that have had a rough year'

Lauren Strode

The Slowdown by Lauren Webster which will feature in the HERE I AM: Art by Great Women exhibition. Photo supplied

Burrawang artist features at summer-long festival

LONG ROAD: Josh Teskey, left, used to watch Ash Grunwald, right, perform at the St Andrews Hotel when he was still a teenager, but these days the influence runs in both directions.

Blues union decades in the making for Grunwald and Teskey

Berrima Clay Target Club Christmas shoot aims to be a merry affair

Berrima Clay Target Club Christmas shoot aims to be a merry affair

Matt Welch

'Tis the season for Christmas carols

'Tis the season for Christmas carols

We may have a blind spot when it comes to the way we think about skin cancer

We may have a blind spot when it comes to the way we think about skin cancer

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Aussie cricket great calls on fellow farmers to get skin checked regularly

Aussie cricket great calls on fellow farmers to get skin checked regularly

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Power of education: Solicitor Paul Ell was just one of the thousands of young people assisted by the Learning for Life program that is supported by VIEW Clubs of Australia. Photo: Supplied.

The club that offers children a view to a better future

Dayle Latham

We may have a blind spot when it comes to the way we think about skin cancer

We may have a blind spot when it comes to the way we think about skin cancer

Making a difference: Natasha Bull and her grandmother Evelyn Berg.

Family affair: The united front of women with passion for supporting kids in need

Rosie Ryan

Be swept up in rugged Icelandic charm

Be swept up in rugged Icelandic charm

SHARE A CUPPA: Cafes and coffee vans throughout the region will be promoting the message of International Day of People with Disability.

IDPwD

GROWING A MO: Daniel Marmont of Mittagong RSL was one of the many staff members who got behind this worthy cause in November. Photo: Supplied.

Movember

WELL- ESTABLISHED: Mt Eymard is a strata-titled village set among stunning European-style gardens over several acres. There are staff on-site 24/7, 365 days per year.

Retirement Living

BE EXTRA VIGILANT: Swim Safety Ambassador Laurie Lawrence is calling on pool owners to be more diligent. Photo - supplied.

Don't forget safe gates save lives

BE EXTRA VIGILANT: Swim Safety Ambassador Laurie Lawrence is calling on pool owners to be more diligent. Photo - supplied.

Don't forget safe gates save lives

POSTIVE OUTLOOK: 2021 is set to be a strong year of capital growth in Australian property according to Doron Peleg of RiskWise Property Research. Photo - Shutterstock.

The housing market landscape has shifted quickly

POSTIVE OUTLOOK: 2021 is set to be a strong year of capital growth in Australian property according to Doron Peleg of RiskWise Property Research. Photo - Shutterstock.

The housing market landscape has shifted quickly

SELLING FAST: The average Victorian home is spending just 33 days on the market according to the latest figures from the Real Estate Institute of Victoria. Photo - Shutterstock.

Optimism returns to Victoria

Ruth Lewis

COMPROMISE: According to new research, almost half (45%) of Australians say they settled for something other than their perfect home, with the most common compromises including location, home size and price. Photo - Shutterstock.

The highs and lows for Australian house hunters

A dynamic not been seen for years

A dynamic not been seen for years

HUMBLY ACCEPTED ON BEHALF OF HIS MATES: Bob Smith with his World War II 75th anniversary commemorative medallion and certificate.

Soldier who came of age amid battlefields in New Guinea

HUMBLY ACCEPTED ON BEHALF OF HIS MATES: Bob Smith with his World War II 75th anniversary commemorative medallion and certificate.

Soldier who came of age amid battlefields in New Guinea

COMFORT BELOW: Nurses in the Second World War in the Underground Hospital in Mount Isa.

Did 79 soldiers die of cyanide?

COMFORT BELOW: Nurses in the Second World War in the Underground Hospital in Mount Isa.

Did 79 soldiers die of cyanide?

SHOVELLING SNOW IN SYRIA: Members of the 2/3 Battalion clearing snow in 1942.

Tragic drowning of digger who fought the enemy in three countries

SHOVELLING SNOW IN SYRIA: Members of the 2/3 Battalion clearing snow in 1942.

Tragic drowning of digger who fought the enemy in three countries

In the kitchen: Adam and Fiona in the kitchen at Little Hand Stirred Jam Shop. Photo: supplied.

Famous foodie puts Berrima in the spotlight for new TV show

Vera Demertzis
56m ago

Happy Birthday: Sweet Retreat has been serving up gelato goodness for 12 months. Photo: Vera Demertzis

SUBSCRIBERSweet Retreat celebrates one year of frozen treats

Vera Demertzis

Organiser Mr Luke Vandenbergh and MVHS staff with a display of Brotoes socks. Photo: Supplied.

PHOTOSStudents and staff pull up socks to spark mental health conversation

In the kitchen: Adam and Fiona in the kitchen at Little Hand Stirred Jam Shop. Photo: supplied.

Famous foodie puts Berrima in the spotlight for new TV show

56m ago

ReFrame to celebrate second birthday

WHAT'S ONReFrame to celebrate second birthday

Vera Demertzis

Wollondilly MP Nathaniel Smith said he was disappointed by the behaviour of councillors in council meetings. Photo: Vera Demertzis

SUBSCRIBER'Disappointed' MP highlights council dysfunction in parliament

Vera Demertzis

Speck at Day Street Police Station after a long adventure. Picture: NSW Police.

'Quite the adventure': Yass dog coming home after a 300km journey

LET ME TAKE A SELFIE: Matthew McConaughey takes a snap with Batlow Hotel owners Matt and Linda Rudd. Picture: Supplied

Matthew McConaughey lends star power to publicans

Jess Howell has been selected as a finalist in the Charleston International Music Competition. Photo supplied

Highlands singer selected as a finalist in international music competition

Shocking vision of the moment a car hits a group of cyclists

Shocking vision of the moment a car hits a group of cyclists

John Paul Young

See John Paul Young star alongside shedders

Nicholas Nakos

THOSE DAYS: Powderfinger's new compilation Unreleased 1998-2010 features songs written for their most commercially-successful albums.

Powderfinger unlock vault to reveal embarrassment of riches

Josh Leeson

AstraZeneca's vaccine is already being manufactured in Melbourne.

EXPLAINERWhen will we get our COVID-19 jabs?

Steve Evans

Communications Minister Paul Fletcher. Picture: Dion Georgopoulos

Government's media reform plan rejected by key stakeholders

Harley Dennett

Washpool, SA, cropper Shawn Cadzow out harvesting barley when the lockdown was announced.

REAL AUSTRALIAAg: the definition of resilience

Elizabeth Anderson
2hrs ago

We are beings of beauty and hidden depths

OPINIONWe are beings of beauty and hidden depths

John Malouff

Communications Minister Paul Fletcher has written to ABC chair Ita Buttrose asking her to explain the broadcaster's decision to air the Four Corners program. Picture: Dion Georgopoulos

OPINIONActually, government MPs, there are such things as silly questions

Jenna Price

LISTEN TO THIS: The winning project holds promise for those who have suffered hearing loss as a result of ageing, among other possible factors.

Hearing loss treatment crowned winner

ONLINE CHECK: There are many charities that deserve your donation this Christmas. But before giving, do a quick check on the ACNC website's Charity Register.

How to avoid charity scams this Christmas

Geraldine Cardozo

Ethicist calls for sexbots for elderly

Ethicist calls for sexbots for elderly

Speck has been reunited with its owner after escaping from a home in Yass and being found in Sydney.

Dog reunites with owner after 300km trip

A Toyota HiLux. Photo: Shutterstock

Thousands of Toyota HiLux utes to be recalled

2hrs ago

Joseph McDonald, 23, has pleaded guilty to murdering his seven-week-old son.

Dad hid in horse shed after killing baby

20m ago

Mark McGowan is yet to decide whether a new COVID-19 case in NSW will delay the WA border opening.

WA to make call on NSW border on Monday

23m ago

It's alleged blueberry pickers have been made to work seven days a week for less than minimum wage.

Report exposes farm labour exploitation

Matt Coughlan
24m ago

Thunderstorms and strong winds are expected to lash Victoria on Saturday.

Caution urged ahead of severe Vic storms

Andi Yu
30m ago

Premier Peter Gutwein is one of six Liberal MPs who have voted to legalise voluntary assisted dying.

Tasmania on verge of euthanasia laws

Ethan James
30m ago

Six alleged members of the Mongols gang have been charged with drug, firearms and weapons offences.

Six arrested in Vic bikie gang crackdown

Andi Yu
34m ago

NSW man charged over ill-gotten grain

NSW man charged over ill-gotten grain

Hannah Ryan
22m ago

Moree Plains Shire Council general manager Lester Rogers, Northern Tablelands MP Adam Marshall and Moree Plains Shire Council councillor Kerry Cassells chat about the new Moree saleyards truck wash.

Moree saleyards boosted by new truck wash

Karen Bailey
1hr ago

Victorem honoured with NSW Country Horse Of The Year 2019-20, with his Port Macquarie conditioner Jenny Graham. Photo Virginia Harvey

Victorem's the king of country

Virginia Harvey

Perennial nasturtiums just keep on giving - you can eat the leaves, flower and tubers. Pictures: Hannah Moloney and Shutterstock.

The treasures of perennial nasturtiums

Hannah Moloney
2hrs ago

A fruit picking robot named Clive (this is not a picture of Clive) is getting to work this year. Picture: Shutterstock.

OPINIONRobots may be the answer to backpacker fruit-picker shortage

Mathew Dickerson

The Australian retirement income system languishes in the government too-hard basket. Picture: Shutterstock.

Retirement income systems languish in the too-hard basket

Noel Whittaker