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Arts & CultureMonday 8 June 2026

At 92 years old, Liz Hicklin stepped into the spotlight as a standup comedian, potentially becoming Australia's oldest performer to debut in the genre. "I didn't think about ageing until I was over 90," she says — and she's not letting numbers define her creative ambitions.

Hicklin's decision to pursue comedy later in life caps an already extraordinary life story filled with remarkable achievements and reinventions. Her journey challenges conventional wisdom about age and creativity, proving that the stage welcomes performers at any life stage. Read the full story →

Today's takeaway: The arts remind us that age is no barrier to pursuing your dreams and finding your voice.

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