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Student elections

Posted on Sep 13 2021 by Cooper

I used to think student politics were cumbersome and uneventful. However, I have recently begun to appreciate the value and meaning they have.

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The joy of propagating plants

Posted on Sep 12 2021 by Ingrid

During our last lockdown I turned my eye to the mountain of empty pasta jars and tins I had been collecting along my windowsill. Then I scanned my options of house plants to cut.

Sustainability week

Posted on Sep 10 2021 by Cooper

It's sustainability week on campus! And it is really comforting to have the presence of a sustainable culture around campus and online.

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Book reflection: "Self-reliance"

Posted on Sep 9 2021 by Ember

I feel the weariness of friends in lockdown interstate. Here we are, quickly approaching the end of 2021 and we’ve yet to open up our borders. I wish there was more I could do to help. Spring has sprung and although I have so much to look forward to – longer daylight hours and blossoming flowers, summer fruit and raw vegetables, picnics and salty hair – the first feeling is that of déjà vu. Has a year not passed, why do things still feel the same? Is it because nothing has changed much in the world? Is it because I’ve not finished my thesis yet? Is it because of travel restrictions and a feeling of being physically stuck? And why is it uncomfortable? But also, does it have to be uncomfortable?

Coping with climate anxiety

Posted on Sep 6 2021 by Ingrid

One of my most constant worries recently has been the state of our planet. The recent publication of the IPCC Report and it’s ‘code red’ announcement has surfaced my anxieties surrounding my future. What about you? Are you feeling okay? Continue reading for my reflections and tips on coping with stress relating to climate change.

Dreams: zombie apocalypses & losing teeth

Dreaming - fantasy pic in bed attached to the moon

Posted on Sep 3 2021 by Ingrid

After a long day on campus, I crave the sweet zzz’s of sleep. However, restless nights recently have become an occurrence thanks to bad dreams (…aka nightmares). Continue reading for my reflections on my recent dreams.

Is social drinking good for me?

Posted on Sep 2 2021 by Cooper

I've been wondering if social drinking is any good for me? Or is it just a path to an unhealthy habit and an empty wallet?

Review - 'Eat what you watch'

Posted on Sep 1 2021 by Ada

“Eat What You Watch” is a brilliant cookbook for movie lovers written by American YouTuber, cookbook author, and celebrity chef Andrew Rea. This book was given to me by my mother for Christmas in order to inspire me to start cooking more. Did this work? Well, all I will say is that yes, I am more inspired since the recipe’s come from iconic food moments from classic movies we all know and love.

Things I love about August (and my annual migration)

Posted on Aug 29 2021 by Ember

I used to dread August. In some ways, I thought it was the coldest and dreariest of all the months down here in the Southern Hemisphere.

A wellbeing cuppa

Posted on Aug 23 2021 by Cooper

I have recently been drinking a lot of tea and I have found it helps me relax, find routine, and unwind.

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