From sporting games, to local groups celebrating milestones and locals who have made a difference, there were many moments photographed across the region this month.
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Take a trip down memory lane to see different stories we wrote about in May and click on the links to see more photos.
The Studio will be its 'own house of creativity' for students at Oxley College
Students at one college now have the opportunity to "unleash" their creativity in a larger space, after a highly-anticipated "hub" was unveiled. Senior students, staff, members of the faculty, and guests, gathered at Oxley College on May 4, to officially open the new premises, which is called The Studio.
The Southern Highlands Parkinson's Support Group honour local Parkinson's Community Heroes
Members of the Southern Highlands Support Group came together to celebrate the "heroes" who have brought joy, and supported them over the years. The group, along with carers and a representative from Parkinson's NSW, gathered at Mittagong RSL on May 10, to name this year's Parkinson's Community Heroes.
The Southern Highlands Evening VIEW Club help raise funds for The Smith Family at a Mittagong luncheon
Members of 14 Voice, Interests and Education of Women (VIEW) Clubs came together at Mittagong RSL on May 11, for a gala luncheon, where they socialised and fundraised for The Smith Family. More than 15,000 VIEW Clubs members across Australia sponsor about 1500 students through the charity's Learning for Life program, which assists families and provides children with school essentials.
Burrawang RFS volunteers awarded National Emergency Medals for their efforts in the bushfires
The dedication and bravery of 18 volunteers from the Burrawang Rural Fire Brigade in the 2019/20 bushfires, have been recognised in a special award ceremony. Volunteers were given a National Emergency Medal at the Burrawang School of Arts on May 18.
Ernie Walker OAM meets a special horse named Tobruk
Ernie Walker OAM had the opportunity to meet a horse who was not only re-named in his honour, but holds a special place in his extended family's heart. Previously named Louis, the horse was renamed Tobruk, to commemorate Ernie's efforts in Libya, during World War Two.
Photos: Robertson Spuddies demolish Albion Park Outlaws in one-sided Group 7 rugby league clash
The Robertson Spuddies showed teams in Group 7 what they were made of at their local showground during the Regan Cup.
Bundanoon Lions club finally celebrates 30th birthday after COVID delays
The Bundanoon Lions Club finally had the opportunity to come together to celebrate an important milestone this month, after many pandemic delays. Former and current members celebrated the club's 30th birthday on May 22.
ArtHead Blue Square Art Competition raises $3000 for Can Assist Southern Highlands
A unique art exhibition has raised thousands of dollars for a local charity, which assists vulnerable people going through tough times. A total of $3000 has been raised so far for Can Assist Southern Highlands through ArtHead's Blue Square Art Competition.
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Briannah Devlin
I like to write about arts, entertainment, any local reality tv leads, and property for the Southern Highland News and Goulburn Post, but also report on everything in between. If you have any tips, please send them to Briannah.Devlin@austcommunitymedia.com.au, or call 0439142204.
I like to write about arts, entertainment, any local reality tv leads, and property for the Southern Highland News and Goulburn Post, but also report on everything in between. If you have any tips, please send them to Briannah.Devlin@austcommunitymedia.com.au, or call 0439142204.
