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• Sarah Ansell presented the award to Ms Manson last month.
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“Fuel to my fire”: Coonamble student Elsie Manson reflects on Indigenous Achievement Award

07/06/2026 by The Coonamble Times

Coonamble’s Elsie Manson was presented with the Charles Sturt University Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Achievement Award on Thursday 21 May.

After studying hours on end for her Bachelor of Psychology and Diploma in Counselling, she said the recognition gives her fuel to her fire.

The award recognises a student’s dedication, achievement and contribution to studies and the university community.

“I was honoured to receive the CSU Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Achievement Award,” Ms Manson said.

The award was presented by CEO of the Charles Sturt University (CSU . . .


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• Sarah Ansell presented the award to Ms Manson last month.

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