Credit: Ann H | Pexels. Contrary to popular belief, leaders are made, not born. In your academic endeavours, leadership may seem far-fetched, but it is attainable. Whether you’re looking to step into the military, sport, government, education, or any organisation –...
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Campbelltown Arts Centre receives $79 million to boost Indigenous artworks
The Campbelltown Arts Centre is set to undergo a remarkable transformation with $79 million from the NSW Government’s $420 million community infrastructure development fund. This large portion of the funding has been allocated to Campbelltown City Council to upgrade...
Campbelltown’s new Sports and Health Centre of Excellence receives $16 million in funding
The NSW government announces $16.7 million in funding from the WestInvest Program to establish one of Western Sydney's largest sports and health facilities. Partnering with Campbelltown City Council and Western Sydney University, the project aimed to provide the...
Caring for others with empathy
For many of us, we have passing interactions daily, or to get in touch with a friend or loved one, they’re only a few key presses away. Despite this, a simple truth can transform the experiences of the people we interact with and leave a mark on those around us:...
Vote with care: a guide to the Voice to Parliament referendum
In the past few years, you may have read news about the Uluru Statement and, more recently, the proposed Voice to Parliament referendum. Questions may pop up like ‘What even is a referendum, what is the Voice to Parliament, and what do I need to vote about?’...
New Monopoly edition to come to an Australian city: all to know about Monopoly Parramatta
One of the most beloved aspects of Monopoly is that it comes in many different versions from all around the world. From Monopoly Classic to Monopoly Junior, there's a version of the game that's perfect for everyone. And now, there's a new version of the game that's...
Australia’s largest sensory recreational facility enters Sydney’s West
Sydney’s West has recently opened activateCentral - Australia’s largest culturally responsive sensory and therapy-informed recreational facility in the heart of Milperra. At this centre, you can visit and play no matter your age or ability. Aiming to provide a safe...
Photo Challenge
Below are seven images I have taken right around Australia. For each image, there are three keywords associated to them. Can you match up from the given list of possible keywords? Hint: A keyword may apply to multiple images and not all keywords are needed. Keywords:...
Clothing drives hope as homelessness grows in Parramatta
As the homelessness crisis worsens, Pass it on Clothing & Co. are providing dignity to those sleeping rough in Sydney’s Western suburbs. Founded by Chris Vagg and Olga Puga in 2016, Pass it on Clothing & Co. is a Sydney-based social enterprise supporting the...
A letter to a “President”
"The following open letter shares opinions that may or may not be shared by the Publications Committee, publisher of W'SUP. We do hope that the social, industrial, economic and political crisis comes to a harmonious resolution for the people and the natural...
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Penguin Fantasy Fest Comes to Sydney
July 2025 saw Penguin’s ‘Fantasy Fest’ arrive in Australian cities, readers enjoying exclusive previews of upcoming fantasy novel releases and extensive author panel discussions. In 2023, Penguin Random House Australia, one of Australia’s ‘big five’ publishing...
Diversity Fest in Jeopardy: An Absent Crowd, but a Present Message
Diversity Fest was once the booming heart of Western Sydney University’s social life. This year, the campus was silent, with attendees few and far between. This begs the question: Has Diversity Fest lost its spark or has a shift occurred with how students...
Rise of Australian Romantasy: Keshe Chow
‘Romantasy’ is a hybrid genre of fiction rising in global popularity. When it comes to combining fantasy with romance, Australian authors are no exception. Read more about Australian authors at the 2025 Sydney Writers’ Festival romantasy session here. ...
Can We Really Change the Campus, One Tree at a Time?
We live in a world where sustainability is spoken about in lofty ideals and grand campaigns. Social media tells us to “save the planet” while news headlines scream about extinction, climate crises, and urban heat. It can feel overwhelming. As students, it’s easy to...
When petals fall, and culture blooms: Auburn Cherry Blossom festival 2025
'Music has no borders, but we definitely try to teach our culture from Japan through our performances’. For shamisen player and singer songwriter Noriko Tadano, the Auburn Cherry Blossom festival is more than entertaining a crowd: it's about cultural exchange. The...









