‘Wonderful metaphor’: Dr Katie Nicoll recounts first date with Scolyer
Dr Katie Nicoll, the widow of the late Richard Scolyer, recounted the story of their first date, describing it as a “wonderful metaphor.” She delivered his eulogy at a state memorial ceremony. The piece was published in the National section of the Sydney Morning Herald on July 13, 2026.
- ▪Dr Katie Nicoll recalled her first date with Richard Scolyer, calling it a wonderful metaphor for their relationship.
- ▪She delivered a eulogy for Richard Scolyer at his state memorial.
- ▪The article appeared in the National Vale category of the Sydney Morning Herald on July 13, 2026.
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Excerpt limited to ~120 words for fair-use compliance. The full article is at The Sydney Morning Herald.