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The Atrophy of Her

The Atrophy of Her

Kicked in the head and thrown into a beast Shaped like a staircase I’d almost forgotten Peering through railing below, I'm caught Inevitable Back to bed, spring sticking into thigh Read a book to keep it from the mind Bittersweet heroics to ponder in dark To sleep, I...

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Rape culture: a conversation we need to have

Rape culture: a conversation we need to have

Trigger Warning: This article contains themes regarding self-harm, sexual abuse, rape and suicide. Please note there are resources for support listed below.   It was an ordinary day and I opened Facebook. Former NRL star Jarryd Hayne had been accused of sexual...

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Artist Spotlight: Yousif Nafea

    Yousif Nafea is an artist studying at Western’s Nirimba campus. Fulfilling his dream, Nafea depicts stories of hope and humanity through his drawings. Overcoming the challenges of life as a refugee, he seeks to inspire other young artists similarly...