Hospitality abuse: that’s just business
Working in hospitality is common amongst university students: cleaning dishes, working behind a bar, waiting tables, it's almost a rite of passage, a way of earning some cash and developing independence and a work ethic. But hospitality can also be toxic. Studies show...
V8 roar to silent purr – why is Jaguar going electric?
There’s a sudden silence that falls as the doors close, the endless noise of the world sealed outside as light drifts in through tinted windows. Chilled leather seats groan and shudder. Keys jingle and shake in anticipation; the first turn breathes life into the car...
National Flyball Championship helps dogs keep fit
Teams from all over Australia met up at the Hawkesbury Showground for the ultimate Flyball showdown over the October long weekend. The National Flyball Championship was hosted by Norwest Flyball Club and saw over 200 dogs and their runners, from 48 teams. Norwest...
Movember is a time to think about men’s mental health issues
Discussions around men's mental health is on the table again, with the annual Movember event a chance to open deeper conversations about wellbeing. Movember is a reminder for men to connect, signaling support for each other with a manly ‘stache'. More than 45 per cent...
A potential future for console gaming?
UOW gamers have weighed in on what a recent court battle will mean for console gaming. In 2020, Fortnite creators Epic Games brought two lawsuits into play against both Apple and Google, alleging they were monopolising Apple and Android products respectively through...
Australia’s migration system strains under record temporary numbers, threatening pathways to permanency
Australia is facing a crisis with migration numbers exceeding what the national permanency numbers can retain. The total number of temporary migrants which excludes visitors and transit visas is at 2.7 million, up from 1.9 million in 2023 – showcasing an explosion...
Tourism Wollongong accentuates its role in the strategic development
Destination Wollongong is forging new attractions for the region introducing a new mountain bike trail to join the growing list of tourist drawcards for the area. Tourism business development manager Tracy Pascoe said the bike trail is expected to be opened at the end...
The forgotten wars: unseen conflicts and the media’s selective lens
Recently, our attention has been sharply turned toward the high-profile conflicts between Israel and Palestine, and the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine. Graphic and horrifying images have flooded our screens of innocent citizens pleading with the international...
Running in fear: a world of considerations
‘Running in Fear: A World of Considerations’ explores the delicate balance between freedom and fear that women experience when running at night. Through personal stories, including the author’s own late-night runs, research, and interviews, this feature delves into the constant vigilance women must maintain in public spaces. The article sheds light on systemic issues, the burden of self-protection, and society’s failure to address male violence. It’s a call to action and a call to rethink how we approach women’s safety, challenging the status quo and demanding a world where women can exist, without fear.
Dating apps are changing relationships
There are more than 200 million active users of dating apps worldwide, according to the National Library of Medicine. Aged-care worker, Emily Priest, uses dating apps to meet people, blaming her work roster as a reason she struggles to meet people in person. “Working...
School holiday program organised by MCCI
The Multicultural Communities Council Illawarra organises sports and recreational activities for all youth during the school holiday period. Youth worker of the Multicultural Communities Council Illawarra, Emily Duncan said the activities help youngsters keep fit and...
New GYG causes mayhem in South-West Sydney carpark
Residents of the Mount Annan community are on-the-fence about recent upgrades to their local Market Place following the construction of a new “Guzman y Gomez” (GYG) in the centre’s carpark. Several weeks ago, locals started noticing coloured indicators on the ground...