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Dylan Jarrett

Hamilton Gardens Reviewed

THE TROPICAL GARDEN At first, I thought it was too warm for March. Too warm for Autumn. I realised, quickly, that my symptoms – Swamp Ass, Itchy Eyes, and Nipple Drip – were the result of the impressive implementation of a tropical climate. Buzzing cicadas, more buzzing cicadas, and, ummm…

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Joseph Laybourn

Eco-Terrorism or Eco-Heroism?

The term eco-terrorism usually refers to an act of violence in support of environmental causes, against property or people. But can this really be called terrorism? The Cambridge Dictionary defines terrorism as “violent action or threats designed to cause fear among ordinary people, in order to achieve political aims” (the

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Lans McGall

No Other Place to Stand

No Other Place to Stand: An Anthology of Climate Change Poetry from Aotearoa New Zealand is a remarkable collection that stands as a testament to the power of poetry in addressing one of the most pressing issues of our time. This anthology brings together a diverse array of voices to

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Sarah Smith

4 Things That Could Improve Campus

So we pay a lot of money as uni students, right – fees, halls, flatting, all that jazz. And we do get a lot of great facilities here at Waikato, but there are some things I think could greatly improve the campus. People high up enough to make these happen,

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Lans McGall

Easy Changes to be More Sustainable

In today’s world, making sustainable choices has become increasingly important. It may seem overwhelming where to begin; there are really simple changes you can make to your everyday life to give Mother Nature a bit of nurture. Switching to LED lighting is a simple yet effective way to reduce your

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Toby Brockelbank

Melbourne: A Skateboarding Mecca

Skating is one of those cultures with sanctums around the world, epitomising our urban attitude. LA, NYC, SF, Barcelona, London, Paris, Shenzhen, & Berlin are destinations where we terrorise security guards and fund local bars. We may be skate rats, but we’re rodents that get around. New Zealand’s closest shred

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Dylan Jarrett

When does Uni Feel like Uni?

When will it hit? When is it gonna feel like I’m in University? Or is this just what it feels like? Sitting in the Library, scratching my head, staring at PDFs about people in foreign places and old people dying and abortion and wondering: Will this hit? Has this hit?

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Lans McGall

A Brief History of Time

Stephen Hawking’s A Brief History of Time is the ultimate guide to understanding the universe—or, in my case, realising just how little I actually understand. It’s like Hawking sat down, took the most complex concepts in physics, and thought, “Let’s see how far I can push this before people’s brains

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Lauren Anastasi

Blood of Ink

Hardwood floor sparkles with the touchOf past midnightsThat cascadedWood running thick spilled candle waxOxytocin smears rubbed through thick waved carpet Strike bones and crack heartsHave you ever heard of the girl who fell in love with the words?She diedWith smudges under her nails Fail at CPRFlip off your ghostsFucking hated

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Ruby Tocker

Love Island for Life (Literally)

Are you a struggling influencer? Are you too attractive for dating apps but not attractive enough for Instagram? Are you lonely? If you answered ‘yes’ to all of the above: I have the opportunity for you. It’s time to strip off your dignity and your clothes, add the terms ‘my

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