World’s oldest student back at uni
THE world’s oldest graduating student has not yet satisfied his educational thirst and has enrolled at Lismore’s Southern Cross University at the age of 95.
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Lismore magistrate calls it quits
A LISMORE magistrate, the oldest still serving in NSW, has called it quits after reaching the compulsory retiring age of 72, set by himself some years earlier.
Shed becomes Vintage Palace
FROM the outside, the backyard shed at Stacy Star’s Eureka property seems like any other shed, but step inside and a vibrant, vintage wonderland is revealed.
Working hard all day, to get a job
IN ANOTHER attempt to fix their dire financial situation, Lismore husband and wife Tory and Daniel Hardey scoured the Centrelink Job Expo yesterday.
Helping people leads to TV role
WHETHER it’s fighting fires, or teaching community programs, Helen Lowndes’ typical day is always changing and never boring.
Rural students allowance windfall
AFTER months of stalemate in the Senate the Federal Government has succeeded in getting changes to youth allowance restrictions.
Couple baffled by insulation claim
A GRAFTON couple was left baffled after receiving a letter congratulating them on having insulation installed in their house.
Students get helping help
RENEE CHURCHILL and Keyarrah Delauney’s enlightening stories are just two of many in a room full of independent students.
Giant pumpkin ruined from rain
OVER 300kg of Bangalow-grown pumpkin will be missing from the Royal Easter Show this year, thanks to the never-ending downpours.
Conservatorium needs volunteers
THE Northern Rivers Conservatorium is searching for passionate performing arts enthusiasts among the declining number of local volunteers.
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