Goulburn Post
Sunday, 3 December 2023
Find the best bargains and support local this Christmas
Sage and Dot offer high class fashion at a competitve price. Image supplied.
Jacqueline Lyons
Bet you didn't know there's a phantom pub on the road to the coast?
The ruins of the Hibernian Hotel, which in its heyday provided the 'choicest wine, spirits, ales and and cordials', according to an advertisement placed in Queanbeyan's Golden Age newspaper in March 1860. Pictures courtesy of the Frank Walker Glass Lantern Slide Collection from the Royal Australian Historical Society; NLA
Tim the Yowie Man
'I wanted to make sure I wasn't dreaming': Man scoops $1 million
By Staff Reporters
A Goulburn man has won $1 million in the Lotto draw. Picture supplied.
Our Business
Club proposes modernisation plan, new eatery in heritage building
Louise Thrower
The Goulburn Workers Club has lodged plans to create a restaurant and expanded kitchen in the adjoining Auburn Street building (at left). Picture by Louise Thrower.
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?
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
Updated
Truck driver loses life after vehicle careers over embankment
Truck driver loses life after vehicle careers over embankment
Louise Thrower
Our People
$100k a sweet reward for Highlands Dessert Master
Briannah Devlin • 44m ago
Gareth Whitton grew up in the Southern Highlands and has won the first season of the MasterChef spinoff Dessert Masters. Picture by Channel 10
Photos
Old schoolhouse goes up for sale as Diana opts for new chapter
Diana Moran says she will miss Bungonia, its people and special places. Her historic home, The Old Schoolhouse in King Street, will be auctioned in December. Picture by Elias Sleiman.
Louise Thrower
Watch
Water bombing aircraft, crews tackle fire at Currawang
Louise Thrower
File picture by Louise Thrower.
Updated
Tribunal hands down rate pegs 'that better reflect council costs'
Louise Thrower
Goulburn Mulwaree Council has been granted a 4.5 per cent rate peg by IPART in 2024/25. The council is proposing a 51.2pc rate variation across three years. Picture by Louise Thrower.
Former premier's cop son found guilty of false evidence
Maeve Bannister
Daniel Keneally has been found guilty of making a false statement that put a man behind bars. (Dean Lewins/AAP PHOTOS)
Inspector reflects on 'miracle' rescue of missing Eden spearfisherman
Marine Rescue NSW volunteers scan the water around Lennards Island during the search in June 2023. Picture supplied
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Photos
Television star joins in record breaking Convoy For Kids
Burney Wong
This year's Convoy for Kids was the best one yet. Pictures by Burney Wong.
Our People
From Goulburn to the UK: Evan Liversidge to begin football journey
Evan Liversidge celebrating after scoring for Majura FC. Picture supplied.
Burney Wong • 1hr ago
Police lay three charges over teen's alleged assault on elderly man
Louise Thrower
Police lay three charges over teen's alleged assault on elderly man
Good News
Barry learnt quilting to help beloved wife with dementia. He didn't stop after losing her
Marlene Even
Barry Whitehead sits in front of his sewing machine making a quilt at his Barrack Heights home. Picture by Sylvia Liber
Hewitts star latest harness racing round
Burney Wong
Goulburn's Harrison Ross crossing the line with Arena Queen. Picture by Burney Wong.
Severe bushfire predictions remain firm, despite recent rainfall events
Fire authorities have confirmed an increase bushfire risk this summer. File picture
Holly McGuinness
Comment
Grumpy Old Man - I have a rare kind of genius
Glenn Ellard
Grumpy Old Man - I have a rare kind of genius
Did David Duchovny play Mulder or Scully? Take our weekend quiz
Anna Houlahan
Did David Duchovny play Mulder or Scully? File picture
Man airlifted to hospital after being buried in sand
A man has been airlifted to hospital after he was buried in sand on an island in Moreton Bay. (HANDOUT/RACQ LIFEFLIGHT)

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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
Easing deluge brings relief for rain-soaked towns
Duncan Murray
Persistent heavy rain that has drenched parts of southeastern Australia is set to ease. (Diego Fedele/AAP PHOTOS)
RBA likely to spare borrowers Christmas rates pain
Poppy Johnston
The Reserve Bank of Australia will hold its final board meeting on for the year on Tuesday. (AP PHOTO)
Fearful farmers say river lifeline may sink agriculture
Liv Casben
Minister Tanya Plibersek has created new laws setting out how water is shared in the Murray Darling. (Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS)
Puffin' pollies: leaders on the record over cannabis use
Anna Houlahan
Cannabis harvest. Picture by Paul Scrambler
Sport
From Goulburn to the UK: Evan Liversidge to begin football journey
Our People
Evan Liversidge celebrating after scoring for Majura FC. Picture supplied.
Burney Wong • 1hr ago
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

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Sneak peak: Inside the beach house tipped to break the Byron Bay record
The home is tipped to break the Byron Bay record of $37 million. Pic: Supplied
Jen Melocco
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'A joy and privilege': Couple say goodbye to grand South Hill
Louise Thrower
Linda and Roland Gumbert are saying goodbye to their beloved 'South Hill' property on Garroorigang Road. It will go to auction on December 2. Picture by Louise Thrower.
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'
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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.
Regional renters hit as more of Australia becomes unaffordable
Jen Melocco
The options for renting an affordable home is becoming rarer for those in regional Australia.
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Roast garlic chicken on potato and leek gratin. Picture by Chris Court. Recipe and styling: Donna Hay
Karen Hardy
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Peanut and sweet potato stew. Picture supplied
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Two people walk through Macquarie Pass National Park to see the fireflies. Picture supplied
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Waterways, wine and wildlife are the order of this cruise
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Community
Pack of 'postie bikes' rev up engines for eventful trip
The Variety Postie Bike Dash's will start in Goulburn on Sunday. Picture supplied
Staff Reporters
It may seem like there's lots of snakes, but it is not unusual, catcher says
Briannah Devlin
Snake catcher Ray McGibbon said it was important to stay calm if you see a snake on your property. Picture supplied
Our Places
Residents claim 'no identifiable benefit' to Moss Vale recycling facility
Briannah Devlin
Mary Saywell, Derek White, Sharan Kennedy, Duncan Wood, Bev Hordern, Sam Wood, Dawn Schubert, Jean McKern and Graham Hordern from the Moss Vale Matters group who have been leading the Say no to Plasrefine movement. Picture supplied
Our People
70-year-old fire brigade holds special place in Mark Cupitt's family
Briannah Devlin
Mark Cupitt has been a part of the Alpine/Aylmerton Rural Fire Brigade for more than 40 years, and wants to celebrate the station's presence in the Highlands for 70 years. Picture by Briannah Devlin
What's on
The Bowral Classic is back for everyone to enjoy this month
Staff Reporters
The Bowral Classic is making a comeback this month. Picture supplied
Photos and Video
$100k a sweet reward for Highlands Dessert Master
Our People
Gareth Whitton grew up in the Southern Highlands and has won the first season of the MasterChef spinoff Dessert Masters. Picture by Channel 10
Briannah Devlin • 44m ago
Inspector reflects on 'miracle' rescue of missing Eden spearfisherman
44m ago
Marine Rescue NSW volunteers scan the water around Lennards Island during the search in June 2023. Picture supplied
Our People
From Goulburn to the UK: Evan Liversidge to begin football journey
Burney Wong • 1hr ago
Evan Liversidge celebrating after scoring for Majura FC. Picture supplied.
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Australian battlers an antidote to Christmas cheesiness
Cris Kennedy
This Australian film is a character study about a handful of folk living on the fringes. Picture supplied
Good News
Barry learnt quilting to help beloved wife with dementia. He didn't stop after losing her
Marlene Even
Barry Whitehead sits in front of his sewing machine making a quilt at his Barrack Heights home. Picture by Sylvia Liber
Comment
All Australians must help combat violence against women and kids
Opinion
Half of our nation is not as safe as its counterparts. Picture Shutterstock
Katy Gallagher
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
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
Age of the Dragon
Northern exposure: after 18 months, Labor is still not fixing our air bases
Bradley Perrett
A Royal Australian Air Force A46 EA-18G Growler takes off at RAAF Base Darwin. Picture Defence

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World War II veteran Reg Chard in his home at Villawood, Sydney, NSW. Picture supplied
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Daniel Johns and David Helfgott in a still from the film. Picture supplied
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Rowan Cowley
ACT Senior Australian of the Year Ebenezer Banful. Picture by Salty Dingo
The Land
Hot Christmas gift ideas from bush businesses
Harry Siemer from Broken Hill proves you can wear the Sitting Bull Brumby shirt anywhere.
Samantha Townsend • 14m ago
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Prices rally, red fire ants and a prototype buggy on the farm
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Rural photographer takes out national award
Ben Jaffrey
Chontelle Perrin has taken out a national award. Picture supplied by Chontelle Perrin
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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