Fresh off the news last week that Vice-Chancellor Neil Quigley has stored enough cash away for a rainy day that we don’t care what the TEC do (our take, not his) came the news that we have just leased land for a marine facility in Tauranga. The University secured...
Toby threw some questions at a page then fucked off to Melbourne, leaving Lans the opportunity to interview our UoW lecturer, Nityanand Jayaraman aka Nity. Nity spent 30 years as a social activist, researcher, & journalist and is now pursuing a PhD in political science. Based on your training...
Fast fashion is no longer just a trend in New Zealand, it is a full-blown phenomenon, reshaping how students dress, shop, and consume. Social media and celebrity culture increasingly influence many young people, resulting in a cycle of rapid purchases and disposals. This shift not only impacts personal style...
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,...
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”...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Each week, our not-so-mild-mannered section Editors will compete with one another, not for fame or fortune, just to be told they won something. After the mid-trimester break, all of these topics will be assigned by a puppet master and will focus on current affairs or recent news, with a...
