Netball’s absence in the Olympics: a missed opportunity for global representation?
Netball remains absent from the Olympic Games, a situation that continues to frustrate players, coaches, and fans alike. Despite being recognised by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) since 1995, after two decades of lobbying, netball has yet to make its debut...
University of Sydney Art students host independent exhibition featuring diverse artwork
Art students from the University of Sydney hosted an independent exhibition titled "Yours Sincerely" to showcase their work at the Goodspace Gallery in Chippendale last week. The exhibition was hosted on the 28th of August to display seven visual arts students’ work...
Sydney’s new metro extension slashes commuter travel times
Sydney public-transport commuters can expect reduced travel times and improved accessibility within the city's rail transit system after the Sydney Metro successfully launched last week. The brand-new, high-capacity trains reach speeds up to 100km/h in the new...
UOW welcomes international students with free sport
The University of Wollongong welcomes international students to the campus with a program providing free sports throughout the semester. UOW pulse team member Gerard Jacobma says his passion for sports, particularly soccer, is the main reason he has got involved with...
Dress For Success Bubbles and Bargains Event
Dress For Success helps women of the Illawarra find empowerment through their affordable fashion event Bubbles and Bargains in Fairy Meadow. Held at Fairy Meadow’s ‘The Fraternity Club’, the Bubbles and Bargains event assisted women in finding fashionable,...
Queensland trial reduces public transport fares while fees increase in NSW
From 5 August a six-month trial for Queensland public transport will reduce all transport fees to 50 cents per trip. During this period there will be a $150 Million reduction in fare revenue. A TransLink spokesperson said that the trial will help the community and...
Festival cancellations reviving Wollongong’s musical heartbeat
The recent cancellation of major music festivals Spilt Milk and Splendour in the Grass and the postponement of Yours & Owls has sparked a resurgence in Wollongong’s live music scene, diversifying the music culture. The scrapping of these festivals has created a...
The face of shangdong: food account rallies a community
A student's recent Shangdong obsession has created a niche community of food lovers on social media who eagerly await the next feast. Food review account @rafeeatsshangdong has changed the recipe of Instagram, reaching a population of students through his promotion of...
Drama students kick off the HSC with major works
Year 12 drama students across NSW began their HSC major assessment tasks last week with the presentation of their individual and group performances. Mater Dei Catholic College has held its HSC Drama Performance night, where students showcased both their individual and...
How much does fun cost?
University of Wollongong students are embracing the affordability of op-shopping, discovering funky outfits for themed parties in student accommodation. Students on tight budgets are finding innovative ways to make the most of social events by dressing up in...