LEXSA offers various kinds of support to current Southern Cross University Students based online and at Lismore Campus.
If you have any questions, please email us on info@lexsa.com.au
01. Student Food Pantry
Southern Cross University Students can pick up food and household essentials from the LEXSA office daily, during opening hours.
We have quick meal options such as noodles, cup-a-soup's, tins of tuna and rice, pasta and sauce, healthy (and not so healthy) snacks including museli bars, cookies, nuts and dried fruit plus cheese and biscuit packs in our office fridge - simply ask the LEXSA staff for one.
We also have household essentials like toilet paper, toothpaste and toothbrushes, deodorant, lip balm, shampoo and conditioner, soap, dishwashing and laundry liquid sachets, sunscreen sachets, and sanitary items (pads, tampons) and condoms.
02. Fill a Grocery Bag
Southern Cross University Students can pick up food and household essentials from the LEXSA office daily, during opening hours.
We have quick meal options such as noodles, cup-a-soup's, tins of tuna and rice, pasta and sauce, healthy (and not so healthy) snacks including museli bars, cookies, nuts and dried fruit plus cheese and biscuit packs in our office fridge - simply ask the LEXSA staff for one.
We also have household essentials like toilet paper, toothpaste and toothbrushes, deodorant, lip balm, shampoo and conditioner, soap, dishwashing and laundry liquid sachets, sunscreen sachets, and sanitary items (pads, tampons) and condoms.
LEXSA Members can also request a Grocery Bag, we have two designs with either "Good Thymes" or "It's what's inside that counts"
Members who can't get to campus can register for a grocery bag here
*If giveaway has ended, please email info@lexsa.com.au
03. Online LEXSA Member
Grocery Vouchers
LEXSA Members who are Southern Cross University Students who cannot get to Lismore Campus can register for a limited voucher to help them purchase food and household essentials.
Register for a voucher by filling out the registration form weekly. There will be a new form for each week during term.
04. Childcare Rebate
In 2024, LEXSA is offering a Childcare Assistance Rebate to support current LEXSA Members with a post-payment towards their childcare costs.
The rebate is a payment of up to $25 per week per family (Southern Cross University Student & LEXSA Member), and is paid on a fortnightly basis. The rebate will continue until the funding granted has been exhausted. If both parents/ caregivers are SCU Students, only one can access the rebate.
To receive the rebate:
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Register with the form below,
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Email your Childcare Provider statements fortnightly to Deb at LEXSA, by 1pm Monday to enable payments on the Tuesday (a reminder email will be sent the Thursday before)
If you are late in receiving your Childcare statement, email or phone Deb to confirm your use of childcare in the previous fortnight and then email the Childcare Statement as soon as you receive it.
Please send to debra.johnston@lexsa.com.au
Download the Childcare Assistance Form here
05. First Aid + CPR Rebate
LEXSA is offering a Rebate to Southern Cross University Students who are current 2024 LEXSA Members, towards their First Aid or CPR course costs.
Students who complete a paid-in-full First Aid or CPR-only Course can request a rebate of $50 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, completed 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
06. First Aid + CPR Course Providers
A variety of courses require you to have your current First Aid or CPR certificate.
Please see our suggested list of local course providers below:
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Workforce Skills and Training
Call Nancy directly for a student discount on 1300 436 277 (this number connects straight to Nancy)
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North Coast Community College
(Alstonville Campus open)
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Ace Community College
(office closed at Lismore, Murwillumbah office open)
07. Common Rooms
LEXSA manages three Common Rooms on Lismore Campus located in Goodman Plaza, A and Z Blocks.
Each is a shared space for all current students of Southern Cross University so respect for the space, other students and the amenities that are provided is expected.
Students can use the fridges, hot drink supplies and facilities, sandwich makers and microwaves, crockery, cutlery and glassware. Please clean up after yourself. If cleaning supplies are low, speak with staff in the LEXSA Office.
The Plaza Common Room is open 24 hours - students will need their student card to access the room after hours (6pm to 9am).
08. Parents Room
This room is dedicated to current Southern Cross University students who are parents.
Located within the Plaza Common Room there are facilities available for parents including a change table and nursing chair, as well as toys and games so the kids can play for a bit. Nappies and wipes are available from the staff in the LEXSA Office if you run low.
Students can access this room through the Plaza Common Room.
09. Sanitary Items
Sanitary items are available at the LEXSA Office, in the Goodman Plaza & Z Block Common Rooms including free condoms, tampons, pads, and other hygiene products.
Ask the friendly LEXSA Staff if they can supply the item you need, especially if supplies are low or have run out in the Common Rooms.
10. Gym Passes
LEXSA has complimentary guest passes to the SCU Fitness Centre and Pool to be used by SCU students.
Students can pick up a pass from 9am every Tuesday during term from the LEXSA Office. We're located in Goodman Plaza, Shop 11b.
11. Phone Charging
Is your phone battery about to die? We have phone chargers!
You can leave your phone in the office with LEXSA Staff, or charge it while you print, during office hours.
12. Online Wellbeing Workshops
LEXSA provides workshops with Endorphina Creative where students can practice mindfulness, improve their focus and inner well-being, reduce stress and anxiety.
13. 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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