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How to make environmentally friendly choices in a plastic world.
At this point, we all know plastic is bad for the environment. Micro-beads in hygiene products, micro-plastics infecting the...
Autonomy Day 2023
Did you catch Autonomy Day last month? The celebration of UON’s autonomy from UNSW, back in 1965, is acknowledged every year...
Lowbridge by Lucy Campbell – A Review
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Opus Community Mag 2023 – President’s Letter
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UoN Wollotuka Team represents at the 2023 Indigenous Nationals
In the final week of June, sixteen Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander students representing the Wollotuka Institute and...
Taking a Chance on a City
This year, I found myself on the brink of change. It’s always exciting to travel, to meet new people, and explore unfamiliar...
Recent Issues
Opus has been an independent student-run publication at the University of Newcastle for more than 70 years, covering everything from student life to politics, welfare, arts and entertainment.
Meet the 2023 Opus Columnist Team
Nicole
University Reporter
Jessie
Contributor
Hi, my name is Jessie Dennett, and I write about the weird and wonderful world of sports. When I’m not studying for my Bachelor of Communications, I like to create and watch sports content, play video games of varying genres and vibe to Britpop and Eurodance music when alone.
Ivy-Rose
Student Life Columnist
Hey! My name is Ivy-Rose! I’m the student life columnist and contributor for the Opus mag! I love writing about life as a student, the societal expectations, and experiences that help us grow and shape us to who we are today – as individuals and a collective! When I’m not contributing to Opus, I’m helping out local charity organisations SHIBUI Services and What Were You Wearing as well as creating content!
Rajshri
Fashion & Culture Columnist
Hi!! I’m Rajshri – the fashion & culture columnist at Opus, and I’m on my way to studying medicine. I love the beach, finding new music, and I enjoy writing about a little bit of everything.
Sami
Environment and Global Change Reporter
Hi, I’m Sami Peters and I am the Environment and Global Change Reporter for Opus. I study a Bachelor of Arts with a major in English and Writing. I love reading, writing, dancing, and the beach. I have a lot of passions but to combine two of my favourites: the environment and writing… that’s the dream.
Sarah
Books and Media Columnist
Hi, I’m Sarah. Currently writing my first book based on prevalent issues for young adults in today’s society. When I am not studying for a Bachelor’s, I’m dabbling in some poetry or reading a fantasy book.

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Email us with your name, contact details and some details on your proposed piece.