Lismore Show legend honoured after 55 years

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• Longtime volunteer Ron Chittick has been awarded Life Membership of the North Coast National A & I Society, the highest honour the society can give. The presentation was made during the 2026 Lismore Show.
• Chittick first helped with show jumping in 1969 and has since judged, designed courses and organised events across the region. Society president John Gibson said Chittick has shown exceptional dedication over more than 55 years.
• Chittick also spent 50 years as a livestock auctioneer and has given more than 30 years to Rotary.