Reflections on the School Strike 4 Climate

Last Friday, my sister spoke at Springwood’s School Strike 4 Climate. In fact, she was one of the main organisers of the event. She, at 15 years old, stood in her school uniform and spoke with the authority and respect many people claim that Cabinet lacks. She was meticulous, solemn and strong. And she has…

ByEmily Tyrrell27 September 2019

Opinion

Cultural Appropriation

In my experience, people do not appreciate being corrected. Whether it is the pronunciation of a word, the fastest route to a destination or even just an answer at pub trivia on a Tuesday night. It is so easy to take offense to anything, especially when it could bruise your ego. I for one am…

ByViolet Williams13 September 2019

Opinion

Growing up in the Church – a perspective

Throughout history, many people have considered faith and religion as a pillar in their everyday lives. For generations, the West has championed Christianity as their way of navigating challenges within their own families– even to the extent of implementing Christian principles in legislation and governance. My family was no different. Faith has, and continues to…

ByChristal Au-Yeung13 September 2019

Opinion

Super Cash Bros.

Amidst the static cracklings of vintage CRTV’s, titles like Pong, Space Invaders and Pac-Man sparked the imaginations of an entire generation. Although, I doubt any of those double-denim-clad teens, chasing the high-score in Donkey Kong down at their local Denny’s diner could have ever imagined video-games would someday grow into the most profitable entertainment market…

ByWill Cottle10 September 2019

Opinion

Social Media: Slow Down!

Silicon Valley’s tech behemoths are powerful. In 2018, the average time spent on social media per day for an internet user was 136 minutes.[1] If you think that’s alarming, consider that your average Australian spends 9.4 hours each day in front of an electronic screen. Combine the time you spend eating, travelling, working and being…

ByXavier Eales2 September 2019

Opinion

Slowly, Slowly: Climbing Kili

Have you ever heard a silence so impenetrable, so complete that you can actually feel it? The world around you is so quiet and tranquil that you don’t want to move or make a sound for fear of disturbing the absolute peace and stillness that surrounds you. Climbing out of my tent for a middle…

ByZoe Latham29 August 2019

Opinion

Should I be at University?

“Everybody is a Genius. But If You Judge a Fish by Its Ability to Climb a Tree, It Will Live Its Whole Life Believing that It is Stupid.” - Albert Einstein This quote is often cited as a mantra for the problems with formal education. A fish can’t climb a tree. Albert seems to be…

BySean Stuart29 August 2019

Opinion

Populism — a misunderstood reality of liberal democracy

While we reluctantly settle back into the dreary university grind, the dining hall continues to provide a source of comic relief as we are temporarily teleported back to sunnier holiday paradises. Stories by those fortunate enough to have been abroad to #sailcroatia or #europe2k19 leave us hysterical or choking on chicken à la king with…

ByHogan Wang29 August 2019