The announcement of a new 63,000-seat stadium at Victoria Park for the Brisbane 2032 Olympics has stirred up a storm of emotions, especially for those who live, work, and study in the area. Victoria Park, a sprawling green space that…
The QUT Guild has announced that the Kelvin Grove Post Office will permanently close its doors at 5pm on Thursday, 19 June 2025. The decision comes after extensive consultation with Australia Post and follows a broader trend of postal service…
“I’d rather hammer a nail through the head of my penis than watch the Matildas play. They play like Year 10 girls with all the infighting and all the friendship issues.” Writing this piece as a woman is difficult, because…
Australia is a country that thrives on dualities. Here, we pride ourselves on egalitarianism, the notion that no one is above another, yet buried within this ideal lurks a shadow. A relentless pruning of the tall poppies. It’s a peculiar…
The new year has begun, and already, campus lawns are alive with the murmur of anticipation. Backpacks and tote bags are slung over shoulders; caffeine intake has doubled in consumption. For many, the first day of university feels monumental –…
In the courtroom, justice often tangles itself in the threads of a defendant’s so-called “good character.” Phrases like “a great father,” “a model citizen,” or “a trusted colleague” are held as shields, deflecting attention from the harm inflicted. For survivors,…
Triple J, Australia’s iconic youth radio station, has long been celebrated for its commitment to unearthing and promoting Australian talent. However, recent trends, particularly evident in the 2024 Hottest 100 lineup, suggest a shift towards a more globalised and mainstream…
Educating more Australians on the value of a vibrant and independent media sector in a democratic society is crucial for maintaining and celebrating our regional identity, amidst the current mainstream media dominance.
ABC News Australia recently released a snippet of a speech by the Director of the Australian Institute, Richard Dennise, to the National Press Club stating university students are the real ‘backbone of the economy’. *Sarcastically gasps* Like we didn’t already know.
