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Environment

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...

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Sami Peters Sep 18, 2023 3 min read

EventsUniversity

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...

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Nicole Creen Sep 11, 2023 1 min read

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Entertainment

Lowbridge by Lucy Campbell – A Review

DISCLAIMER: Spoilers ahead. If you’d like to read this book it is available from Ultimo Press here Lowbridge is a beautifully...

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Sarah Grace Sep 7, 2023 10 min read

Graduating students
Magazine Articles

Opus Community Mag 2023 – President’s Letter

Hey there Barbenheimers,    Can you believe we’re well into Semester/Trimester 2 already? The year is flying by like a Barbie...

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Georgie Sep 7, 2023 3 min read

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Magazine Articles

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...

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Melanie Jenkins Sep 7, 2023 6 min read

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Magazine Articles

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...

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Rajshri Bhardwaj Aug 31, 2023 3 min read

Lonely graduate
Magazine Articles

The Loneliest “Community”

Community   Noun  “A group of people living in the same place or having a particular characteristic in common.”    A sense of...

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Tegan Stettaford Aug 31, 2023 4 min read

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Magazine Articles

Shibui Services – Creating a Change in the Disability Community

SHIBUI  [ She · Boo · Ee ]  Simple and yet complicated at the same time   With over 20 years of experience between them in the...

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Ivy-Rose Laidler Aug 31, 2023 3 min read

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Magazine Articles

There’s Still Life in Still Life

To be given this precious experience of life, is to wholesomely give to our loved ones without expectation. If they love you...

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Nicole Creen Aug 31, 2023 2 min read

Booktok
Magazine Articles

Rise of the Bookish Community

Bookworms are known to get extremely protective and a little bit crazy when it comes to all things book related. From their...

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Sarah Grace Aug 31, 2023 5 min read

Sports

Australia’s Swimming Dominance at World Aquatics Championship

With the Paris 2024 Olympic Games just around the corner, the World Aquatics Championships have given a critical insight into...

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Jessie Dennett Aug 28, 2023 3 min read

Entertainment

Chanel’s 2022/23 MĂ©tiers d’Art Collection – a perfect tribute to its history

MĂ©tiers d’art literally translates to Master of Art, and that’s what this collection embodies. In an annual display that has...

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Rajshri Bhardwaj Aug 23, 2023 2 min read

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Sports

The Matildas Proved Football Belongs in Australia, What’s Next?

Though the Matildas were stopped short of playing at a home World Cup final by the English, with 11.76 million people watching...

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Jessie Dennett Aug 21, 2023 3 min read

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Entertainment

BOOK REVIEW: 12 Steps to a Long and Fulfilling Death

Death. Drama. And the ultimate existential crisis. What more could you want from a book?   Sarah Smith’s debut novel, 12...

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Melanie Jenkins Aug 17, 2023 3 min read

EnvironmentUniversity

“Plastic circulatory in the Asia Pacific region”: What does our University do behind the scenes?

On Wednesday, the 2nd August, the University of Newcastle hosted a talk on plastic pollution in the Asia Pacific region. The...

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Sami Peters Aug 9, 2023 5 min read

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Sports

Streaming Services: A Double-Edged Sword for Sports

As more and more people turn to streaming services for their entertainment needs, sports have also jumped on the bandwagon with...

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Jessie Dennett Aug 9, 2023 3 min read

Entertainment

Things I Learnt from the 2023 Microlit Writing Workshop

On the 15th of July, I attended the Microlit Writing Workshop which aimed to aid writers in creating pieces for the 13th Annual...

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Sarah Grace Aug 4, 2023 4 min read

Entertainment

Love, Anonymous: A Review and Author Interview

If you are in search of a new read, in the midst of a book slump, or even wanting to mix things up and pursue a new genre, then...

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Phoebe Barsi Aug 4, 2023 4 min read

Entertainment

Students are you looking for a way to elevate your winter fashion?

Here are a few brands that will help you find pieces to add to your winter wardrobe this August (and maybe even get a UoN Love...

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Rajshri Bhardwaj Aug 2, 2023 3 min read

Entertainment

Preserving Our History Through Cosmetics

Since early times, humans have used cosmetics and makeup in different ways. From early modern humans and their body paints to...

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Rajshri Bhardwaj Jul 27, 2023 3 min read

Entertainment

Between You & Me by Joanna Horton – A Review

DISCLAIMER: Spoilers ahead. If you'd like to read this book it is available from Ultimo Press here:...

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Sarah Grace Jul 27, 2023 5 min read

EntertainmentSports

The Quintessential Preview of the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup

One year ago, I wrote my first article for Opus and thinking of a topic to start off with was hard. But with the time of writing...

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Jessie Dennett Jul 20, 2023 5 min read

EnvironmentNews

Wake up from Shein Ignorance

From trending outfits to sexy accessories and jewelry, all for cheap prices, Shein is seemingly the perfect store for a broke...

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Sami Peters Jul 10, 2023 4 min read

Sports

The Greatest Moments in Ashes Cricket History

The Ashes series, a historic cricket competition between England and Australia, has provided us with numerous unforgettable...

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Jessie Dennett Jul 3, 2023 5 min read

Entertainment

Recommended Reads for the Holidays

Written by Sarah Grace Hoadley and Ivy-Rose Laidler    Your list of recommended holiday reads is here!  Now that the...

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Ivy-Rose Laidler Jul 3, 2023 6 min read

Entertainment

Recommended Reads for the Holidays

Written by Sarah Grace Hoadley and Ivy-Rose Laidler    Your list of recommended holiday reads is here!  Now that the...

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Sarah Grace Jul 3, 2023 6 min read

NewsUniversity

NTEU Enterprise Bargaining – June Update

After campaigning for almost two years, members of the National Tertiary Education Union (NTEU) gathered at Civic Park on...

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Nicole Creen Jun 28, 2023 2 min read

Entertainment

Netflix Crackdown on Password Sharing

For years, there have been rumours circulating that the streaming giant, Netflix, would be installing a ban on password sharing....

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Sarah Grace Jun 23, 2023 6 min read

News

Come As You Are: 2023’s best fashion moments

It’s hard to believe that half the year is over however, that makes it the perfect time for a mini review. Although there have...

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Rajshri Bhardwaj Jun 21, 2023 3 min read

Sports

Does New South Wales “Get” State of Origin?

If like me, you’ve been around any form of rugby league social media around State of Origin time, you would be very familiar...

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Jessie Dennett Jun 19, 2023 4 min read

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Entertainment

Queer Love is Poetry Workshop

On Saturday the 20th of May, I attended the Queer Love is Poetry workshop, hosted by Brooke Scobie. The event helped us improve...

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Sarah Grace Jun 15, 2023 8 min read

EventsUniversity

Meet Annalise Livermore, the face behind DJ PANNAK and winner of UON’s 2023 DJ Comp!

Meet the incredible Annalise Livermore, known behind the decks as DJ PANNAK! This week I sat down with Annalise to chat about...

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Nicole Creen Jun 14, 2023 4 min read

Sports

The Best Playoff Competitions in the NHL

The playoffs have always been a stage for extraordinary feats and unforgettable moments. From dramatic comebacks to heroic...

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Jessie Dennett Jun 7, 2023 4 min read

Entertainment

Shadow and Bone: Book-to-TV Adaptation Review

For lovers of fantasy series and tremendous world-building, the Shadow and Bone trilogy is something I seriously recommend you...

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Sarah Grace Jun 1, 2023 7 min read

News

Is your deodorant harming the environment?

Why is it that most deodorants are bad for the environment? I’m sure some of you have heard of this but thought, ‘I’m putting...

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Sami Peters May 31, 2023 4 min read

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Entertainment

Lovehoney Magic Bullet 10 Function Bullet Vibrator

In three words – simple, sleek, powerful.   True to its word, this magic bullet packs a punch! Its discreet look makes it a...

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Anonymous May 30, 2023 1 min read

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EntertainmentUniversity

Surviving the End of Semester Blur

Are you ready?! On your marks, get set, GO! You’re whirling and running as the gun goes off, papers are flying past your face,...

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Ivy-Rose Laidler May 29, 2023 4 min read

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Entertainment

Lovehoney Joy Roller Rechargeable Double-Ended Vibrating Massager

The Lovehoney Joy Roller is very interesting in how it’s created for recharging. Before using it, you first need to unlock the...

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Anonymous May 29, 2023 1 min read

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News

The Environmental Review of 2023 Federal Budget: what the heck?

Wondering how to sift through the complex political thing that is the federal budget? Wondering how this might impact our...

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Sami Peters May 24, 2023 2 min read

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Entertainment

Lovehoney Juno Rechargeable Music-Activated Knicker Vibrator

From first impressions, the Lovehoney Juno seems a bit gimmicky. The vibrator is made up of three parts: a bullet vibrator, a...

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Anonymous May 24, 2023 2 min read

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Sports

Bandwagon Fans: Good or Bad?

The world of sports is known for its passionate fans who support their teams through thick and thin. These fans are the...

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Jessie Dennett May 24, 2023 4 min read

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Entertainment

Desire Luxury Rechargeable Strapless Strap-On Dildo Vibrator

This product was my partner and I's first experience with strapons. To have it also be strapless and double ended also...

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Anonymous May 22, 2023 2 min read

Magazine Articles

An International Journey of Resilience and Inspiration from Sporting Icons

Passion is one of the most powerful driving forces in an individual's life. It is the fuel that ignites the fire within us to...

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Sarthak Birani May 22, 2023 3 min read

Magazine Articles

Turning Pain into Passion

*Trigger warning of Sexual Assault* If this article brings anything up for you and you need support immediately, please contact...

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Giorgia Wilson May 22, 2023 3 min read

Magazine Articles

Hold up
 Am I too passionate?

Hey! How are you? Oh my god I am so excited I just have to tell you about this
” Okay, just stop there, you honestly just need...

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Ivy-Rose Laidler May 22, 2023 5 min read

Magazine Articles

My Passionate Eras

Passion is the driving force behind many decisions I have made in my life, good and bad. I have been passionate about many...

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Summer Harrison May 22, 2023 3 min read

Magazine Articles

Dedicated to you, Opus

Opus Noun An artistic work, especially one on a large scale.   I am so happy to be back for the year writing for Opus again.   I...

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Tegan Stettaford May 22, 2023 3 min read

Magazine Articles

Postgraduate Passion

Postgraduate Adjective Relating to or denoting a course of study undertaken after completing a first degree.   I am incredibly...

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Tegan Stettaford May 21, 2023 5 min read

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Magazine Articles

The Halcyon Morning

15 Sept. 1974   Her espresso is piping hot when it arrives.  With lilting eyes, she catches the handsome man’s gaze from...

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Hannah Quilty May 15, 2023 10 min read

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Magazine Articles

Pro Wrestlers: the Misunderstood Entertainers

*EXTENDED ARTICLE FROM PASSION ISSUE 2, PG 16-19*   I was driving to the House of Free Fighting, a training school and home...

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Blair Wise May 15, 2023 12 min read

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