An Indigenous sports star and Year 12 student at Bowraville Central School on the NSW North Coast has achieved a rare academic feat – he has not missed a single day of school since commencing kindergarten. Mr Anthony Walker has many trophies for numerous sports such as athletics and rugby league, but his 100 per cent attendance highlights his family’s commitment to education. Charles Sturt University’s (CSU) Indigenous Student Services manager, Mr Ray Eldridge, said the achievement signals a bright future for Anthony and his family. “We encourage Indigenous students to continue to see school and study as positive opportunities for future professional careers in our communities,” Mr Eldridge said. He joined CSU’s Mid North Coast Indigenous Student Support Officer, Ms Helene Jones, at an assembly at Bowraville Central School on 11 February to present Mr Walker with a $200 gift voucher and a certificate for his efforts. Mr Walker said he would like to go to university and study sports science or become a physical education teacher.