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CHILD CARE REBATE
In 2022, LEXSA is offering the Childcare Assistance Rebate. This rebate is to assist our current Southern Cross University Students on Lismore campus and studying online who are current 2022 LEXSA Members, with a rebate to go towards their childcare costs.
The rebate is a payment of up to $30 per current Southern Cross University Student & LEXSA Member per week, paid on a fortnightly basis, we will continue with this, until the funding granted has been exhausted. (Sorry, if both parents are students only one student can access the rebate).
Please send to Deb at debra.johnston@lexsa.com.au
FIRST AID COURSE REBATE
LEXSA is offering a Rebate to Southern Cross University Students who are current 2022 LEXSA Members.
Students who complete a paid in full First Aid or CPR-only Course can request a rebate of $40 for full First Aid Courses and $30 for CPR-only Courses.
To apply:
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Ensure you're a member of LEXSA, your Student Association at Lismore Campus
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Email Debra on debra.johnston@lexsa.com.au a copy of your receipt of payment, certificate and bank account details for funds to be direct deposited into your account
If you are not a current member, students can join or renew here
If you are a student and aren't sure if you are a current member, please email us here on info@lexsa.com.au
*CHSA is also offering this rebate to their members. Please contact them here
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A variety of courses require you to have your current first aid or CPR certificate. Please see our suggested list of providers below:
Call Nancy directly for a student discount!
(Alstonville Campus open)
(office closed at Lismore, Murwillumbah office open)
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First Aid Yucan2!
Online training. Contact Tammy //
Student and Group Discounts available
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FIRST AID COURSE PROVIDERS
SECOND-HAND
TEXTBOOKS
Don't want to purchase new textbooks for your course? We know some places you can get second-hand books!
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The Southern Cross University Textbook Sales Facebook group is for students selling their second-hand textbooks to other students. If you use Facebook, you can join the group here!
COMMON ROOMS
LEXSA manages 4 common rooms on campus located in Goodman Plaza, A, Z and V Blocks.
Students will need their student card to access the rooms due to Covid. please social distance where necessary and use the provided hand sanitiser.
PARENTS ROOM
A room dedicated for parents.
There is a change table available, and some nappies, wipes and other items that are useful in a hurry, as well as toys and games so the kids can play for a bit.
Access is through the Plaza Common Room, so a student card is required.
SCU STUDENTS
Free condoms, tampons, pads, other sanitary items available at LEXSA!
Additional Support
Southern Cross University Specific Services
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Counselling & Psychological Support Services: 02 6626 9300 | After Hours 1300 782 676
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SCU Security Lismore: 02 6626 3628
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Student Access & Inclusion: 02 6626 9514
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Lismore campus health clinic: 02 6626 9131
External Services
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1800RESPECT: 1800 737 732
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FullStop: 1800 385 578
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Lifeline: 13 11 14
Visit: https://lifeline.org.au
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QLife: 1800 184 527 (LGBTQIA+ peer support support)
Visit: https:// qlife.org.au
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MensLine Australia: 1300 78 99 78
Visit: https:// mensline.org.au
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Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636
Visit: https://beyondblue.org.au
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Rainbow Region Community Gateway: 02 6626 7397 | hub@nrcg.org.au
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Low/zero interest loans
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Budget counseling
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FOOD PANTRY
SCU students can pick up food essentials and snacks from the LEXSA office daily, during opening hours.
GYM VOUCHER
LEXSA has complimentary guest passes to the SCU gym and pool to be used by SCU students.
Pass is valid for one visit, within staffed hours.
One pass per students, per week.
PHONE CHARGING
Is your phone about to die? We have phone chargers!
You can leave your phone or sit with it to charge during office hours.
STRESS LESS WORKSHOPS
LEXSA co-hosts regular workshops with Endorphina Creative where students can practice mindfulness, improve their focus and inner well-being, and reduce stress and anxiety.