Charles Sturt University (CSU) farm manager, Mr Steve Mannix, will close the farm gate for the last time on Friday 26 August after 17 years of working on the Orange Campus. Having studied an advanced diploma in horse management in 1990, Mr Mannix returned to the campus to lecture in equine studies in 1993. He then became the Manager at the campus equine centre before taking the role as farm manager in 1999. Mr Mannix leaves his position to concentrate on his equine business, Kintail Equine Services. “I have some great memories at the Orange Campus,” Mr Mannix said. “It’s where I met my wife who is also my business partner, and I’ve really loved working with the people and animals here. The student participation on the farm has been great, too.” Head of Campus, Dr Heather Robinson says Mr Mannix has contributed enormously to the campus. “Holistic management has been a key factor in the success of the business even through the toughest droughts, and Steve has worked hard to ensure the farm’s ongoing profitability. Steve’s also a wonderful personality on the campus. I wish him the best of luck in his future endeavours.”