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The proof is in the pudding… or the curry?

The proof is in the pudding… or the curry?

Growing up Fijian-Indian ("Findian") meant food was always the centrepiece of any family gathering. The history of our people, which spans almost two centuries out of India, is mired by stories of brutality, hardship and suffering. Yet in all the time Findians spent...

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Love in the time of Corona

Love in the time of Corona

  #1. Keep it classy with a candle-lit dinner on Zoom Missing the fancy, dimly-lit, romantic ambience of a restaurant? We’ve got you covered. Utilise the time in isolation to brush up on your culinary skill. Find a recipe you both like and get cooking. Update...

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10 top movies from the perspective of a 2000s kid

10 top movies from the perspective of a 2000s kid

The 1990s and early 2000s brought us many iconic kids movies. Since we’re at home a lot more these days, why don’t we go back in time and rediscover some of the films you may have watched in your childhood.   George of the Jungle (1997) Director: Sam Weisman This...

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Anime festival: express yourself

Anime festival: express yourself

Sydney celebrated anime and Japanese culture in a two-day festival at the International Cultural Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney) on March 7 and 8.      Anime festivals, also known as anime conventions, are gaining more attraction as more and more people are...

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Podcasts perfect for the quarantine period

Podcasts perfect for the quarantine period

With the advent of COVID-19, young people are being instructed to stay inside and avoid large social gatherings. Here are four entertaining podcasts to get you through the quarantine period (P.S. Some are educational too!) For the RnB/hip-hop music fan: Dissect Hear...

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Bankstown poetry slam: a place to connect

Bankstown poetry slam: a place to connect

Bankstown poetry slam is unlike anything you’d expect. Nothing about the slam is censored, and there are absolutely no boundaries around how individuals choose to deliver their message. You can stomp, yell, dramatically pause, sing, or flail your arms as passionately...

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Arrest made in relation to Western Sydney University Cyberattack

Former Western Sydney University electrical engineering student Birdie Kingston was arrested on the 25th of June 2025, for hacking Western Sydney University’s digital systems. Kingston, former general officer of the Queer Collective in 2024,  was released on bail on...

Stealing the Show: Behind the Scenes with the WSU Livestock Team

It's 5AM on show day and my alarm is going off. It's cold outside and the sun is yet to rise. I chuck on my clothes and boots, grab my show bag, and head off to the Hawkesbury showgrounds.  This whole process started many months ago at the WSU farm at the Hawkesbury...

Your Career Starts on LinkedIn

Many phrases can strike fear in a university student’s heart.  Exam season, internship application, student fees- the list goes on.  But there is one thing that often tops the list: creating a LinkedIn profile.  Since starting at Western Sydney University in 2023, I...

What It’s Really Like to Study a Master’s at Western

Pursuing a master’s degree is more than ticking off another qualification - it’s a personal and professional turning point. For those considering postgraduate study, especially at Western Sydney University, understanding the student experience can make all the...

Parra Pantry Opens: Here’s how to get your free groceries

For many students, starting a new semester comes with excitement and sometimes stress. Balancing study, work, and daily living can be tough, especially when it comes to groceries. But help is available. As part of Spring Welcome Week 2025, the Western Pantry will...