Latest News
Premier Minns taken to task over school closure.
The Penrose community is not about to take the decision to place its school into recess lying down.
13 December, 2025
News
No ‘rigorous review’ of gaol proposal: National Trust
The National Trust of Australia (NSW) has refuted claims it was involved in any ‘rigorous review’ of the adaptive...
12 December, 2025
Balmoral News, Buxton News, Colo Vale News, Hill Top News, Picton News, Thirlmere News, Southern Highlands News, Wollondilly News
Work continues on Loop Line train tracks to Colo Vale
A range of track works are underway along the entire length of the Loop...
Picton News, Wollondilly News, Thirlmere News, Tahmoor News
Picton Bypass takes another step forward
The planned Picton Bypass has taken another significant step forward...
Canyonleigh News, Yass News, Southern Highlands News, Southern Tablelands News
Accidental bushfire started by chainsaw operations on rural property near Canyonleigh
A bushfire that was accidentally triggered by chainsaw operations on a...
Council
Council welcomes another baby
Babies will be a common sight in the Council Chambers at Moss Vale with a second Wingecarribee councillor welcoming a...
11 December, 2025
Yass News, Southern Highlands News, Southern Tablelands News, Wollondilly News
Yass residents seek better understanding of road maintenance schedules
Rural and regional councils are coming under increasing pressure from...
Concerns grow over council’s workplace culture
Another former Wingecarribee Shire Council employee has added weight to...
Wollondilly News, Picton News, Tahmoor News
Motion shines spotlight on historical namings
Ever wondered about the person something in your region such as a bridge...
Business
Christmas is the season to be jolly, and work functions are fast approaching.
Whether you love or loathe festive work functions, one thing is certain: how you behave at the end-of-year party can...
2 December, 2025
Southern Tablelands News, Goulburn News
$1.4 million boost for Goulburn economy
The Minns Government has announced a significant boost to the Goulburn...
Moss Vale News, Southern Highlands News
Commissioner hears concerns over proposed Woolworths
A proposed Woolworths development in Moss Vale would split the town and...
Southern Highlands News, Southern Tablelands News, Wollondilly News
Grow your business in the Wire.
The Southern Wire has grown into a trusted news source throughout the...
Courts & Police
Agent to face court next week on drugs charges
A well-known local real estate agent will face Moss Vale Local Court next week on drugs-related charges.
12 December, 2025
Southern Tablelands News, Goulburn News
Goulburn residents warned of potential delays
Goulburn residents are being warned of potential traffic delays around...
UPDATE: Man faces seven charges after alleged domestic incident at Narellan Vale
A man has been charged with seven offences after a woman was critically...
Southern Tablelands News, Taralga News, Tuena News, Crookwell News
Assistance required by police in search for Oberon area man
Police are renewing their appeal for assistance to locate a person...
Opinion
From Cricket Trips to Gold Rush Days: The Story Behind a Historic NSW Bridge
Early Sunday evening I drove over a bridge I have crossed multiple times in the last four years, the Abercrombie...
24 November, 2025
Moss Vale News, Southern Highlands News
Moss Vale photographer reflects on this year's Remembrance Day
Moss Vale photographer Richard Batterley reflects on the photos he took...
Southern Highlands News, Southern Tablelands News, Wollondilly News, Bowral News
So, maybe I’m an artist after all
I’ve never considered myself an artist. I’ve always reserved that term...
Council: Are you serious?
I’m almost speechless. Thankfully I’m a writer so it doesn’t...
Rural
Beef production to hit record levels in 2025.
Australia is on track to produce a record volume of beef in 2025 as cattle sales rise and carcass weights stay high,...
2 December, 2025
Southern Highlands News, Southern Tablelands News, Wollondilly News
Cat program to be expanded
Cat owners across the state will be encouraged to keep their pets...
Yass News, Southern Tablelands News
Yass Cattle Sale Report
For the cattle sale on 23 October 2025. Total yarding 427...
Southern Tablelands News, Goulburn News, Yass News, Crookwell News
Boost for Home-Start National Inc
An organisation providing “compassionate, practical support” to families...
Letters to the Editor
Facebook posts haunt Mayor
Letter to the Editor. Mayor Jesse Fitzpatrick is somewhat of an unknown phenomenon to me. From what I know, he is a...
25 November, 2025
Letter to the Editor: Wingecarribee’s Roads Are Falling Behind — Take a Lesson from Sū’ào, Taiwan
I am sure even the most skilled drivers would find it difficult to...
Southern Highlands News, Wollondilly News
Letter to the Editor
Stuart Carless’ report on the renewed 5 year contract for the...
Letter to the editor
From Raymond Khoury, Southern Highlands
Sport
Picton High student receives swimming’s highest honour
Since enrolling at Picton High School, Year 12 student Brodie Smith has established himself as an exceptional athlete...
10 December, 2025
Southern Highlands News, Southern Tablelands News, Wollondilly News
Local councils named as frontline in fight against abuse in junior sport
Local councils – not national sporting bodies – may be the real key to...
Southern Highlands News, Bowral News
Barry Knight memorial service to take place on Wednesday 10 December.
The Southern Wire recently announced the passing of legendary cricketer...
Wilton 11 year old a record - breaking athletics queen
Wilton 11 year old Harlow Storm Pate has blitzed the field at the recent...
Arts & Culture
Enjoy colour and spectacle with symphony orchestra
Join the Southern Highlands Symphony Orchestra on Saturday and Sunday 29 and 30 November at the Bowral Memorial Hall...
19 November, 2025
Goulburn News, Southern Tablelands News
New local theatre company seeking actors for upcoming new production
A new local theatre company called the Mulwaree Amateur Dramatic Society...
Bowral News, Southern Highlands News
The Highlands’ finest young classical musicians to be honoured with awards
Some of the Highlands’ finest young classical musicians will be honoured...
Yass News, Southern Tablelands News
Yass on the National Stage
Rare collection earns “nationally significant” status as new exhibition...
What’s on
WEEKEND WIRE - Southern Highlands, Southern Tablelands and Wollondilly, December 12 - December 14
Christmas carols and markets are a distinct feature across the regions this weekend, as we are only less than 2 weeks...
12 December, 2025
Southern Highlands News, Southern Tablelands News, Wollondilly News
WEEKEND WIRE: Highlands, Tablelands and Wollondilly – December 5 to 7
A Christmas flavoured theme for this weekend's Weekend Wire across the...
Southern Highlands News, Southern Tablelands News, Wollondilly News
WEEKEND WIRE: Highlands, Tablelands and Wollondilly – November 28 to 30
A snapshot of what's happening in the Southern Highlands, Southern...
Bundanoon News, Goulburn News, Picton News, Southern Highlands News, Southern Tablelands News, Wollondilly News
WEEKEND WIRE: Highlands, Tablelands and Wollondilly – November 21 to 23
A decidedly 'Christmassy' collection of what's coming up this weekend...
Community
Local disability service provider celebrates 39 years
Southern Highlands disability service provider Interchange Australia celebrated their 39th birthday on Wednesday with...
12 December, 2025
Moss Vale News, Southern Highlands News
Piece of history under threat: residents
A piece of Southern Highlands heritage with links to cricketing great...
Bowral News, Southern Highlands News
GALLERY: Disability service providers come together to celebrate special day
Yesterday (December 3) was 2025 International Day for People with...
Picton News, Razorback News, Wollondilly News
Inaugural ‘Your Shout’ golf day a huge success
The very first 'Your Shout' Golf Day hosted by IC Care was recently held...
Fashion & Style
Fingers crossed as race day nears
An umbrella might be an essential fashion accessory for people planning a trip to the annual Bong Bong Picnic Races...
19 November, 2025
