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Arts & CultureWednesday 10 June 2026

Liz Hicklin may be Australia's oldest "sit-down standup" comedian—and she's just getting started. At 92 years young (and counting to 95 by some accounts), Hicklin has embarked on a remarkable comedy career that proves age is truly just a number when passion and humor are on your side.

After decades of living an extraordinary life, Hicklin decided the stage was calling. "I didn't think about ageing until I was over 90," she reflected, capturing the spirit of someone who refuses to let convention dictate her timeline. Her journey is a refreshing reminder that creativity, reinvention, and laughter know no expiration date. Read the full story →

Today's takeaway: Liz Hicklin's comedy debut shatters age stereotypes and reminds us that some of life's greatest adventures are waiting in the chapters we haven't written yet.

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