Latest News
“You will be caught”: Police warn drivers ahead of Anzac Day blitz
Drivers are being warned to expect a major police presence on local roads as part of a crackdown over the Anzac Day long weekend.
23 April, 2026
News
ANZAC Day service list for the regions
Our most sacred day of remembrance for our fallen soldiers will see towns all across Australia host dawn services and...
21 April, 2026
Southern Highlands News, Southern Tablelands News, Wollondilly News
The Southern Wire Announcement
We are excited to announce that we have made a clear decision — no paywall.
Yass News, Southern Tablelands News
New paramedics boost Yass ambulance coverage
Six additional paramedics commenced work in Yass over the weekend.
Menangle News, Wollondilly News
New pedestrian bridge opens at Menangle
A new pedestrian bridge over the Southern Highlands railway line has...
Council
Council staff undergo skin cancer checks across Upper Lachlan
Upper Lachlan Shire Council has carried out workplace skin checks for staff, with more than 95 employees taking part.
22 April, 2026
Crookwell News, Southern Tablelands News
Green waste collections paused in Upper Lachlan
Kerbside green waste collections across Upper Lachlan will be suspended...
Opinion - Ignore the spin – we’re in trouble
Wingecarribee Shire Council’s general manager Lisa Miscamble was asked a...
Local councillor recommends the benefits of a local finance committee
A local councillor is recommending that Wingecarribee Shire Council...
Business
Manufacturing and recycling billionaire brothers buy land in Berrima
Stonington has reportedly sold for $13.3 million by lenders who took possession of the property. The property has...
18 April, 2026
Southern Highlands News, Southern Tablelands News, Wollondilly News
Local Business Awards Nomination – Thank you!
The Southern Wire extends a big thank you for the nomination as “best...
Southern Highlands News, Southern Tablelands News, Wollondilly News
The Southern Wire Newsletter Launches
Our audience continues to grow month on month. We are proud to provide...
Southern Highlands News, Southern Tablelands News, Wollondilly News
Exploding drink bottle warning
A popular 2-litre stainless steel drink bottle sold at Kmart and Target...
Courts & Police
Breaking - Linden Toll avoids jail.
Linden Toll was sentenced today in the District Court of NSW at Goulburn (22 April 2026).
22 April, 2026
Multiple emergency services attend a light plane crash on Medway Rd at Berrima
At about 7.45am today emergency services were called to Medway Road,...
Wingello News, Southern Highlands News
Accidents, missing bushwalkers keep SES operators on their toes
Local State Emergency Service (SES) rescue volunteers have been kept on...
Southern Highlands News, Moss Vale News
Breaking News - AVO application adjourned
The application for an Apprehended Violence Order against Theo Onisforou...
Opinion
Easter Sunday Cartoon
Paul Dorin with his take on what is unfolding in lounge rooms across Southern NSW today
5 April, 2026
Southern Highlands News, Wollondilly News, Southern Tablelands News
Easter cartoon of the day
Cartoonist Paul Dorin with his take on Easter!
Southern Highlands News, Southern Tablelands News, Wollondilly News
Show’s over, but does anyone really care?
Most people have already tuned out to the Kyle Sandilands/Jacki ‘O’...
Southern Highlands News, Wollondilly News, Southern Tablelands News
Cartoons of the week
Thanks to our cartoonist Paul Dorin for his take on fuel prices.
Rural
Fertiliser costs surge
Farmers across Southern NSW are facing rising fertiliser costs and ongoing supply pressure, with a new report warning...
21 April, 2026
Yass Rail Trail plans open for feedback as project moves toward funding
Plans for a 4.5 kilometre walking and cycling trail linking Yass...
Yanderra News, Yerrinbool News, Renwick News, Southern Highlands News, Wollondilly News
Hazard reduction burns planned for this week across the regions
There are several hazard reduction burns planned across the regions this...
Southern Tablelands News, Crookwell News
Applications open for wind farm community funds
Groups in the Upper Lachlan area are being invited to apply for grants...
Letters to the Editor
Letter to the Editor - Theo Onisforou
Theo Onisforou who is the subject of AVO proceedings involving the Mayor and GM of Wingecarribee Shire has sent us a...
17 April, 2026
Southern Highlands News, Southern Tablelands News, Wollondilly News
Letter to the Editor from Chris Tanti, CEO, Leukaemia Foundation
Blood cancer… the single biggest tragedy impacting Aussie kids and...
Southern Highlands News, Southern Tablelands News, Wollondilly News, Colo Vale News
Letter to the Editor : New Code Of Meeting Practice
The Code of Meeting Practice contains the rules that Councillors must...
Observations on the anti gambling policy at Wingecarribee Shire Council
Dr Raymond Khoury has sent a letter to the editor regarding the article...
Sport
Football field full of pre-season games over weekend
The David Wood Field at East Bowral was full of football activity on Saturday with the All-Ages Men and Women’s teams...
21 April, 2026
Southern Highlands News, Wollondilly News, Southern Tablelands News
St George Illawarra Sack Coach
The St George Illawarra Dragons have parted ways with head coach Shane...
Wollondilly News, Southern Highlands News, Southern Tablelands News
NRL on the Wire | ROUND 5 WRAP
Panthers once again steal the Show in a Round Full of High Scores. The...
Southern Highlands News, Moss Vale News, Bowral News, Robertson News
Bowral wins the Highlands Cricket First Grade competition.
The Highlands Cricket First and Third Grade finals were played on...
Arts & Culture
Photographers encouraged to expose life as we know it
Photographers from across the region are being encouraged to turn their lens on life in Australia for one of the...
18 April, 2026
Bowral News, Southern Highlands News
Much loved Australian songwriter to visit Bowral this weekend
As part of his regional ‘BY REQUEST’ tour of Australia, beloved...
Bundanoon News, Southern Highlands News
Living history group returning to Brigadoon
Members of an ACT-based living history group will be returning for this...
Southern Tablelands News, Goulburn News
New brochure to help preserve heritage
Goulburn-Mulwaree Council has launched a new brochure to help preserve...
What’s on
WEEKEND WIRE: Highlands, Tablelands, Wollondilly and Yass – April 17 to April 19
There are a plethora of events celebrating Youth Week as well as all things 'geek' (in Goulburn) and wines and food...
17 April, 2026
Southern Highlands News, Southern Tablelands News, Wollondilly News, Yass News
WEEKEND WIRE: Highlands, Tablelands, Wollondilly and Yass – April 10 to April 12
There is a variety of events on this weekend across the regions, with...
Southern Highlands News, Southern Tablelands News, Wollondilly News, Yass News
WEEKEND WIRE: Highlands, Tablelands, Wollondilly and Yass – April 3 to April 5
There's markets galore and easter egg hunts and other activities to keep...
Southern Highlands News, Southern Tablelands News, Wollondilly News, Yass News
WEEKEND WIRE: Highlands, Tablelands, Wollondilly and Yass – March 27 to March 29
Yes, it's the weekend again across our four regions, and there's a lot...
Community
Community of Western Sydney invited to check out new airport runway
People in the surrounding suburbs and wider region of Western Sydney are taking part in a ‘Runway Run’ at the new...
22 April, 2026
Bundanoon News, Southern Highlands News
Tinker creates history before bumper Brigadoon crowd
Organisers couldn’t have hoped for anything better – blue skies, bumper...
Bowral News, Southern Highlands News
Play ping pong for a cause this Saturday
The Bowral Baptist Church will be a hive of activity tomorrow morning as...
Bundanoon News, Southern Highlands News
Appeal will help 50 women start journey of healing
The Bundanoon-based Quest for Life Foundation is hoping to raise...
Fashion & Style
Toxic metals found in tattoo inks sold in Australia
Tattoo inks sold in Australia contain toxic metals and carcinogenic compounds at levels that would be illegal in...
20 January, 2026
Bowral News, Southern Highlands News
Fingers crossed as race day nears
An umbrella might be an essential fashion accessory for people planning...
Travel & Leisure
Attention turns to final track works on Loop Line
Heritage trains are one step closer to returning to the historic Loop Line between Buxton and Colo Vale.
25 January, 2026
Bridge
Visualisation in defence
Defending well is difficult. The first requirement for success is to attempt to construct plausible holdings for the...
3 April, 2026
Southern Highlands News, Southern Tablelands News, Wollondilly News
A strong hand in competition
Our next Bridge column is now available thanks to Rakesh Kumar.
Southern Highlands News, Southern Tablelands News, Wollondilly News
Bridge - 2 March 2026
An easy end play.
Southern Tablelands News, Southern Highlands News, Wollondilly News
The Southern Wire Bridge page launches.
The Southern Wire is pleased to announce the launch of a Bridge page. We...