LUSA CLUB YARNS p.18
Christian Fellowship, Water Polo, Nerd Association, Handy Landy’s, Planning Association, Cricket Club, Thursday’s in Black and Golden Z.
STUDENT DIVERSITY p.29 AT LINCOLN
What does the identity of our student population look like?
GARDEN PARTY: p.39 HEADLINING ACTS / NEED TO KNOWS
Meet Coterie and Kaylee Bell, plus all the info you need to know to keep everyone happy at GP24!
Tēnā tatou, last term flew by, and we have enjoyed seeing new faces every week at our events. We held multiple events late term, including, morning hikoi and breakfast, dinner at the Speights Ale House, along with an Escape Room and a movie night in the whare!
We still have Wā ako (study time) every week in the whare, where we study each week for two hours together, and you can ask tuakana questions and enjoy some kai.
This term is looking really exciting with Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori and a few other events plans underway.
Te Awhioraki are so excited to celebrate Te Wiki O Te Reo Māori, from the 16th-22nd of September. This special week is a time for us to honour and uplift our Reo, taking the time to recognise it’s beauty and significance for our community. The theme for Te Wiki 2024 is ‘Ake ake ake - A forever Language’. Representing the endurance of our beautiful language and reflecting on the commitment New Zealanders have to embrace Te Reo Māori, now and forever.
We have so much planned and cannot wait to celebrate with you all. Our hope is to inspire everyone to engage with Te Reo Māori!
Please see our calendar of events on page 13!
Ngā mihi
Te Awhioraki
teawhioraki
www.teawhioraki.org.nz
And just like that the years is almost over. Five weeks ‘till Garden Party, five weeks ‘till the last lecture. How the time flies when you’re having fun! So with only two months ‘till I’m fired, I’ll be trying to wrap up all the projects that I’ve started.
Nominations are open now for the 2025 LUSA election. So if you are thinking of running for LUSA Prez, then I would highly recommend having a chat with me about what the role entails. It is a 40-houra-week paid job, and most weeks I average around 20-25 meetings, among many other fun things. It may seem like a huge undertaking but it’s highly rewarding and looks great on your C.V!
If you’re interested in any other role then I’d suggest reaching out to the current exec, all the position descriptions are available on our website: www.lusa.org.nz/elections
If you are thinking of running in the election, then I would highly recommend that you come to our next Board Meeting on Tuesday 12th of September from 5.10-6.40pm in Waimarie Whare Auahu (w018). We will be discussing things such as budget variance, as well as reports from myself and the General Manager so you can see what we have been spending our time on recently. Our Health and Safety policy is up for review as well, how fun, be there or be square.
As always contact me, president@lusa.org.nz if you have any questions or concerns about the University or LUSA.
Tumuaki Tuarua
Congratulations to everyone who has made it this far only one term to go!
I hope you have all had a great semester so far and that your mid-semester assignments and exams went well. There are so many cool events that are happening this term such as Garden Party, I hope you are all as excited as we are! Make sure you also go to some of TA’s events for Māori language weekit looks like it will be a blast!
Also, make sure if you have some interest in running for LUSA for next year please get your nominations in ASAP! If you want to learn more about the role please come talk to us (the exec) we would love to hear from you and tell you all about the role.
LUSA is still running the Lunch with the Exec events so if you have any questions please feel welcome to drop in and have a little chat. Even if you don’t have any interest in running, we would still like to see you at the election events such as the Meet the candidates where you can see what candidates you like. Lastly, make sure you vote from the 27th of September to make sure your voice gets heard.
A little thing I have been working on is rewriting the student representative policy. We are looking at ways to improve the system to ensure that all your invaluable feedback is put to the best use. So, ensure you support your student reps they do great work, and they will always appreciate it if you fill out their surveys.
If you would like to get in contact with me about anything, feel free to email me:
What a great time of year this is. Five more weeks and lectures are finished. Two more months and university will be finished for the year!
A lot has been happening in the past month or so and it doesn’t look like anything will be slowing down anytime soon!
As money may be getting tight and farms around Lincoln have been busy calving, lambing and soon tailing (Docking), many of you may be juggling study and part-time work, and don’t forget the social aspect as well. Believe me, your lecturers are right when Uni comes first… farm work is fun and rewarding but don’t let it eat away at being able to pass the semester. Also, try to make time for socializing. A lot of events are coming up in this half of the semester, both on campus (GARDEN PARTY) and off campus (Rodeo, A&P shows, Races, and more), so it’s important to make sure you take a day off occasionally and enjoy this great city we live in!
LUSA elections are coming up. This will see students applying for positions within the exec for next year, so make sure you support them and if you are interested in running, you can reach out to us at LUSA or come to lunch with the exec to learn more. Having a chance to represent students is very rewarding. I have spent the past few months providing a student’s perspective on new courses being proposed to ensure assessments and time requirements are fair and learning outcomes will showcase what people care about in each course.
As the faculty rep for AGCM, I’ve also been working towards ensuring that student feedback around courses is getting to the examiner and change is being implemented. If you do have concerns with courses, reach out to your examiner, course rep, or LUSA.
Until next time, Enjoy!
Mākai Reo Tauira
Kia Ora!
I hope your Semester 2 is going as planned and you are ready for the last term!
The Exec has been busy this semester with approving documents and making decisions on the student’s behalf, to continue to represent you! I have been in touch with other student associations across the country, to coordinate with them and find out what works for them, so I can help to improve my role, which has been awesome to engage with them to see what we, as LUSA can do better!
We have also been having ‘Lunch with the Exec’ once a fortnight, so make use of that by joining us for lunch and a chat. We are there for you, so come and ask us questions or raise any concerns you may have.
Don’t forget to get your tickets for Garden Party! It’s going to be the biggest and best event of the year and it’s a ‘must-do’ for your Lincoln experience. Get your tickets now!
The LUSA elections are coming up! So please, if you are considering running for LUSA next year and are keen, go for it. I highly recommend it. Also if you’re not sure about nominating yourself, you can always come and have a chat with any of us on this year’s exec and we can talk you through what we do!
As always come and say “Hi”, anytime you see me around!
Mākai Reo Tauira
Kia orana, Talofa Lava, Mālo e lelei and warm pacific greetings to you all!
The past couple of weeks Lupisa has been full-on with Cook Island, Kiribati, and most recently Tongan Language Week.
The theme for the Tongan Language Week is E tu’uloa ‘a e Lea faka-Tongá ‘o ka lea’aki ‘i ‘api, siasí (lotú), mo e nofo-’a-kāingá, which means the Tongan Language will be sustainable if used at home, church and in the wider community.
The theme for Cook Island Language Week was (Ātui’ia au ki te vaka o tōku matakeinanga)connect me to the canoe of my tribe’.
The theme for Kiribati Language Week was (Eutakirakean ma kabwaekekean ara taetae ni Kiribati ma kateira ao rabakaura, bon maurin ao tokabetin te I-Kiribati) - Thriving and flourishing our Kiribati language, culture, and knowledge build Kiribati resilience and prosperity.
The overarching theme for all Pacific Island Language weeks for 2024 is sustainabilityin celebrating the language and culture. We believe that although our island nations may have different languages and customs, the one thing that brings us together is food! We have celebrated these beautiful cultures by sharing food with students on campus, throughout the year island foods such as chop sui, otāi, panikekes, and Cook Island donuts have been shared with students to celebrate and bring awareness to what our cultures have to offer!
Mākai Reo Tauira
Kia ora e hoa mā!
I am so grateful for everyone who got involved in Sustainability Wiki last term! It was such a successful week, and I had so much fun!
We started on Monday with a walking tour to learn all about sustainability initiatives on campus, led by LU Sustainability Officer Patryk Szczerba, Change Manager of the Campus Development Programme, Dave Bain, and ecologist and Adjunct Senior Lecturer, Colin Meurk. On Tuesday I had a lot of fun at our waste recycling challenge learning about what can go in each bin. I was also shocked to discover the results of Waste Management’s audit of a general waste bin on campus, which mainly consisted of recycling, giving us lots of room to improve as a university!
The pancakes given out to sustainable commuters on Wednesday were super tasty! I also thoroughly enjoyed running a sustainability kahoot quiz for the first time and seeing everyone zooming home on their newly serviced bikes thanks to SAGE!
The panel discussion addressing the challenges of reducing agricultural emissions in Aotearoa saw a full house on Thursday! Professor Anita Wreford, Dr Shannon Page, and Dr Charles Merfield did such a good job discussing current national and local research, agrivoltaics at Lincoln, and the role of ecology to achieve emissions reduction.
We concluded the week on Friday with a planting event along Springs Road with pizza shared among volunteers afterwards. I was so proud to see such a large turnout and can’t wait to continue our sustainability journey together!
Mākai Reo nō tāwāhi
Ciao everyone,
I hope you’ve smoothly navigated Winter and enjoyed your break!
As I mentioned in the last RAM, there are a couple of events coming up in September dedicated to our international community.
On the 11th of September, LUSA and our wonderful Wellbeing team are organizing a Wellbeing Session titled “Taking Care of You.” We will be addressing many aspects of life abroad, whether they are challenging or inspiring. There will be kai and some fun activities. Stay tuned and save the date! The event will be free, but you will still need to book a ticket for catering purposes.
On the 25th, we are organizing an International Dinner at the Jolly Seafood Restaurant in Wigram. Tickets are being sold at the convenient price of $5 (you can find them in the event description on Facebook), and you can bring your whānau with you! Hurry up to secure your spot.
On a concluding (and bitter) note, I’d like to draw your attention to the increase in VISA fees, including student and family VISAs, recently announced by the government.
The New Zealand International Students’ Association (NZISA) are writing a statement to express students’ concern about this. The fees are increasing on the first of October, so anything processed before then will still be subject to the old fee regime.
If you want to get in touch, don’t hesitate to email me at caterina.campese@lincolnuni.ac.nz
Ka kite, Caterina
Mākai Reo Tauira
It’s been a busy couple of months for me. It sure seems that whenever you think you will have a few free days to knuckle down and get some of those tasks done that you keep putting off, another more pressing task comes to hand. That’s just the way life goes in the fast lane of post-grad life.
It has been encouraging to see many entrants into the three-minute thesis competition. Public speaking is a useful skill that comes as part of the research, but one skill we maybe forget to practice is being able to explain what you do which is often very technical, to those who have little to no experience in your area of expertise. Whilst I myself didn’t manage to attend the heats, I hope to make the finals to encourage all those competing. Well done to everyone who took part- it takes courage and a lot of time to prepare for these things and I hope that everyone was able to take some learning away from this.
From my end, there’s a lot of chatter continuing about how the university can better support postgraduate students. Andrew Hollyoake (the postgraduate research director) and his team have delivered the PhD learn page for us this year, to act as a central base for all things PhD. Also in the works is a massive effort to get a lot of the forms for reporting, enrolment, etc fully digitized which will make life so much easier. We are also in the final stages of approving changes to the house rules around paid employment hours to better suit visa limits- so continue to watch this space. I hope that the work we are doing is helping to make both study life and home life easier and more straightforward.
Mākai Reo Tauira
Kia ora koutou,
The past few weeks of Term 3 were incredible, with lots of club events etc. to keep us busy.! I was been focussed on bringing you an amazing Sex Week 2024, filled with lots of activities.
Thursdays in Black in collaboration with the ladies from Golden Z, brought you harakeke and putiputi weaving, a fun movie night, free self sti testing, a Sex Week Q&A session, a self defence class, and of course the 2024 Sex Quiz! These were some amazing events and I’d like to thank everyone who came along to make it such a fun time!
As we head into our final term of the year, we have more fun events coming up, however; it will be very important for everyone to be looking after themselves as we head towards exams. Prioritise yourself and your health and wellbeing, so you can have a great end to the year.
Mental Health Awareness Week starts soon and goes from the 23rd to 27th of September, with various events for everyone, to get in touch with themselves through the five ways to wellbeing.
Finally, at the end of the term we will have the long awaited Garden Party returning to us for a great end to a fantastic year!
Please feel free to reach out if you need anything - you can generally find me at the LUSA office, otherwise flick me an email.
Have a great term 4!
Woof woof. Kia ora everyone! My name is Otis, and I am the goodest boy ever (well according to my human that is).
I recently graduated from the Mobility Dogs New Zealand training program, which I have been in since I was a puppy.
I was with puppy raisers first, who taught me my basic commands. Then I was in prison, cause I’m so cute it’s criminal…not really!
I was in the Puppies in Prison program, where an amazing team of incarcerated woman continued my training. They were so lovely, they even made me my own special bed!
Then I did four months of advanced training, before being placed with my human. My human is a student here at Lincoln University, and I am her right-hand man.
When my jacket is on, please don’t say hi, I am busy working and keeping my human healthy. If my jacket is off though I would love to have a cuddle.
Unfortunately, just about every flat party is guaranteed to piss someone off and contain a bit more drama than you'd like.
Good One gets that. We know you're gonna have the music loud, dance under the stars, laugh, shout...we WANT you to have a good time, we just want to support the host so if shit goes down and so it doesn't all fall on your shoulders and you are left to clean up the mess!
So here's Good Ones 5 top tips for hosts:
1. Make sure everyone in the flat agrees first
2. Register your party with Good One
3. Have a mean feed, to keep the crew happy
4. Don't invite more people that your flat holds
5. Good One does not make you immune from Noise Control
6. Make sure everyone has made a plan to wake up somewhere comfy and safe.
SO, WHAT DOES GOOD ONE DO?
It allows Canterbury students who are having parties to register them. Allowing the host, the Council’s Noise Control, and the Police, to all be on the same page and support you if shit goes down; as no one likes your amps and turntables being taken off you or your neighbors complaining to the Police or on the Community Page!
When parties go bad, it's way worse for the hosts.
GOOD ONE IS ALL ABOUT HELPING YOU HAVE AN EPIC PARTY WITHOUT THINGS GETTING HAIRY!
Important Dates:
Nomination Period:
10th September (9am) –
18th September (11.59pm)
Meet the Candidates:
25th September
Voting Period: 27th September (9am) –1st October (11.59pm)
Results Announced: 2nd October
Lincoln University Students’ Association
Chinese Banquet
Join LUSA for an end of year dinner & catch up with fellow international students
Wednesday 25th September 5.30pm–8.00pm
Jolly Seafood Restaurant (Chinese Restaurant) 1/187 Wigram Road, Wigram
Buy tickets here!
$5 per person (incl. children)
Student ID required for purchase
Maximum of 5 tickets per order
Written by Jayne Smith
The student buddy program provides you support through a buddy, who will make sure you are comfortable, your concerns are assisted by connecting through the right person and can help you in settling down with university life.
Throughout the year the student buddies have assisted many students for a variety of reasons. With the last term of semester 2 just started, many of you may find this an overwhelming and stressful time, which can make you feel anxious. In turn this affects your ability to concentrate. It can also be a lonely time, as you think you are the only person who is experiencing university and your study in this way. We asked some of the buddies we supported this year and this is what they had to say;
“It’s kind of hard to keep going sometimes but you just have to believe in what you are and what you can do, and that’s the way to success. Having a student buddy really helped, as I had a friendly face around campus and someone I could chat with, and who helped me find the right place to have my questions answered. They also helped me to go to some of the free social opportunities around the campus”.
“I just needed help with a piece of my enrolment, and how to read my timetable. My buddy helped me with both. I was so grateful, as they knew what I was struggling with”.
“To share my personal view, I cannot imagine what my campus life would have been like if I wasn’t part of the student buddy program. I have received immense pleasure in helping students who have gone through loneliness, felt lost and really anxious as they adjusted to the university system when”. –current buddy
At the beginning of the semester, we welcomed students joining us for the Re-Ori. We had fun activities on all week including “Bingo”. We also had a student buddy event ‘Mature students Coffee’, where we met students for a coffee and had a chat regarding whatever they wanted to talk about. We also had a special session for flat hunters, which can be challenging for those whose first language isn’t English.
We had vibrant student engagement in both sessions, and we also had a lot of fun at Clubs Market Day, with tasty vegetable soup and fun ‘Know your university’ challenges for students to win goodies and donuts!
Don’t forget our regular ‘Lunch with Student Buddy’ every Tuesday, Forbes Ground Floor, 12.30pm - 1.30pm.
The Student Buddy program provides you support through a buddy, who will make sure you are comfortable, your concerns are assisted by connecting through the right person and are settling down with university life. It is planned on four fundamental principles, Whanaukataka (Connect), Manaaki (Support), Tohatoha (Sharing), and Akoraka (Learning).
If you are wanting to be a Kaiwhakarite Tauira Student Buddy volunteer for 2025, then email Experience@lincoln.ac.nz
Who do you say Jesus is and what should we do with this Jesus? These are the questions that were asked of the students who attended this year’s annual Tertiary Students Christian Fellowship (TSCF) Summit conference in Queenstown over the mid-semester break.
Students from our very own Lincoln University CF and other CF groups from around the country gathered together from the 30th-4th July over the mid-semester break.
listening to stories from other campus groups and being challenged about who Jesus is and what we should do with him.
The conference consisted of studying the gospel of Mark (a book in the bible), attending workshops, playing sports, exploring Queenstown,
The Summit conference is open to any and all students and was an opportunity to meet students from other universities while being challenged to think critically about what we believe.
The LUCF sends a group of students every year and Summit was an amazing opportunity to be involved with other students from around our country. Any Lincoln students are welcome to join the CF group to attend Summit 2025.
Karere Karapu
To kick off the semester the CF hosted a BBQ/ Boardgames Night in Grounded in week two of the term. It was a night filled with sizzling snags, mouth-watering venison, laughter, and competitive board games. It brought people together from all backgrounds from seasoned students, to freshers to international students.
After all the food was BBQed and consumed, 6-7 tables of board games kicked off ranging from Avalon to classic games like Catan and Cluedo.
The CF runs infrequent events like the BBQ/Boardgames Night throughout the year along with our weekly and more frequent events.
The CF every week, runs a Wednesday lunch session from 1-3pm in the glass box in Grounded. In term three we have been looking at how to read the bible with others. In addition to this, the CF runs a Monday night bible study/dinner from 6pm and our Friday arvo woman’s bible study from 3:30-5:00pm both at the Well flat at 1419 Springs Road, across the road from the FoodSouth building.
The CF runs two toastie nights every term kicking off at 9:00pm at Mrs O’s serving hot spaghetti-filled ham and cheese toasties for only $2.50!
CF toastie nights are one of the club’s long standing traditions having been run for 25+ years.
If you want to join the club or learn more about what the CF does search Lincoln Uni Christian Fellowship on Facebook to find our FB page.
Karere Karapu
Join Lincoln’s water polo club. No experience is needed, as long as you can swim comfortably. Our aim is to have a few friendly’s with UC and a few socials with each other at Lincoln. If you’re interested but a little on the fence about joining, then come down to one of our sessions and give it a go! Bring yourself, your togs and a few friends along.
Otherwise, scan the QR code below and sign. There will be a social night happening, where you can just turn up and give it a go!
Be sure to follow our Instagram page to keep up to date with all our events: @lincolnuniveristywaterpol
On Sunday the 11th of August the LU Run Club got out of Lincoln and took a trip to Little River. The trip started at Lincoln Uni and we carpooled out to the Little River Rail Trail with some people running/ walking the 4km and others running the 10km. We all met up at Little River at the end for coffee and cake. After a foggy start, the weather cleared up and put on a fantastic day for running. Some runners even ran shirtless thanks to the 10°C winter day. We plan to do more events like this in the future so keep updated by following us on Facebook and Instagram. We are also still running out our usual weekly runs at 5.30pm on Mondays and 7am on Fridays. Even if you are new to running or a seasoned athlete the run club is for you, we always have an option for all abilities so come along!
Instagram: @lurunclub
Facebook: LU Run Club
To join the club email: lurunclub23@gmail.com
By Emma & Tahlia
LUNA, or Lincoln University’s Nerd Association, is a space to bring together people who share similarly ‘nerdy’ interests, meet new people, and make friends that you might not have met out and about on Campus.
Our events bring together many people from many walks of life, mixing international students with domestic students and combining many many different interests into a fun and welcoming community.
We host an event every week, alternating between a potluck and boardgames night and then an alternate event each fortnight, ‘nerd’ encompasses a wide range of people after all!
Our potlucks always end in multiple games running across multiple tables in Grounded Cafe Space. The games played are just as diverse as our players, whether it’s Cards Against Humanity, Catan, or the most recent favourite, Betrayal at the House on the Hill! There’s a game for everyone and always someone there ready to play it with you.
Term 3 showed a great turnout for our Paint ‘n’ Sip night, with artists of every level turning up for a bit of fun and laughter - no previous skill in painting required! JackBox Games was also a hit with our gamers settling for a night of witty jokes and laughter. Whether enjoying the game as a player or a spectator, there’s always fun to be had. For those looking for a quieter night in, we host the occasional movie night towards the end of the term as a way to wind down amongst mid-term and end-of -semester tests and assignments! You can find us in Grounded’s Theatre space, snacks are provided!
Term 4 is guaranteed to be just as packed with events and the invite is open to anyone interested and willing to have a bit of fun!
Karere Karapu
By Callum Stratford and Brooke Jewell
Handy Landy’s - where Lincoln Uni students roll up their sleeves and get stuck in! Whether it’s fencing, gardening, grubbing thistles, milking, painting, or anything else that needs doing, we’re a stack of keen buggars dedicated to helping out and getting the job done.
Our first event of the year took us apple picking in Timaru, with a fantastic turnout of 20 members, both new and old. Together, we picked a whopping 25 crates of apples, with proceeds going directly into our club funds.
Last term, we held a raffle aimed at supporting Canterbury farmers. The lucky winner received a day’s free labour from our team of 13 dedicated lads and lasses. We headed out to a lifestyle block in Southbridge, where we tackled fencing, buried underground cables, chopped firewood, trimmed hedges and planted trees. It was a great day spent meeting new members of the club and helping out a well-deserving local.
Our latest club event took place during the mid-term break, where a group of us ventured to the Hurunui District to assist with the 2024 Farm Break Drought Shout. This initiative was designed by the Hurunui Adverse Events Group to provide some much-needed relief and social time for North Canterbury farmers affected by the drought. We helped set up, served food and drinks, and spent the night in the Foxdown woolshed. The next morning, we helped with the pack-down and clean-up. It was an amazing weekend, full of great stories and connections.
Handy Landy’s is a club full of students who take immense pride in the agricultural industry. We’re always keen to be out there doing it, meeting local farmers, and making a difference. Membership is free, and no prior agricultural experience is required. If this sounds like something you’d enjoy, reach out to one of our friendly exec members or join us on Facebook or Instagram (scan QR code for a link). We look forward to seeing you at our future events!
Welcome to all new and returning students to LUPA 2024! LUPA is a student-led club on campus. We are focused on supporting students’ interests in planning through networking opportunities, personal development, and the promotion of scholarships, internships, and graduate roles. And it’s free to become a member! So far this year we have hosted watch parties, events with the Selwyn District Council on how to write submissions, general networking events, careers nights, and a city walk with ECAN and CCC. We share various planning-related events with our membership and often can make these events free for LUPA members. Events we have coming up include networking events and an event for World Planning Day.
The club facilitates planning and environmental students in getting to know one another, connecting with NZPI (the New Zealand Planning Institute), and engaging in current conversations within the planning profession. We have lots of events planned for the rest of the year including events with the Canterbury NZPI emerging planners whose members are planning professionals in the first 5 years of their career. Planning is a profession that touches all aspects of our lives so is very relevant to all degrees. We welcome all students from all degrees to come along to events and learn more about planning. Our student membership ranges from first-year to postgrad students. We hope to see you at our next event!
PRESIDENT - Steph
Hi, I’m Stephanie! I have a Bachelor’s In Environmental Management and 3 years of experience working as a planner at the Invercargill City Council. I am completing my master’s in planning to improve my knowledge and get accredited under NZPI.
I’m the president of LUPA and have a position for environmental law and policy and planning for the future. I want to infiltrate the government to aid in future policy and become an SQP for contaminated land.
My dissertation is titled ‘What is a hazardous activity, and do we need to protect it?’
Changes in New Zealand legislation have raised some questions about the link between hazardous substances, their use, and land protection. This has created an area where one could debate that every highly productive land should be organic and if this is not financially practical could be developed. The aim is to investigate this area and get the perception of professionals to see if they reach the same conclusion not that they could but if they could.
VICE PRESIDENT - Alice
Kia ora! Ko Alice tōku ingoa. I am in my second year of the MPlan and am one of the Vice-presidents for LUPA and the NZPI Emerging Planners Student Representative. I tipu ake au ki Ōtautahi. I grew up in Christchurch. My whanau are from Waitaha-Canterbury. I sit on the ECan Regional Leadership Climate and Community Resilience Committee (RLCCRC) and the Selwyn-Waihora Water Zone Committee (SWC). I am also a student at Te Wananga o Aotearoa, studying Rongakitanga (a Diploma in Te Reo Māori). Provision and exercise of genuine engagement is of particular importance to me; therefore, my dissertation is on Rangatahi Māori and Local Government Planning and Decision-making.
one of the Vice-presidents for LUPA. I am in my final year of the Bachelor of Planning and Policy with honours. I started my journey at the University of Waikato in Tauranga, Bay of Plenty studying a Bachelor of Science majoring in Environmental Science then discovered my passion for environmental planning which caused me to change my degree and subsequently transfer universities. I am interested in spatial and indigenous planning, with a particular focus on the preparation of new planners for an uncertain and complex field.
TREASURER - Freya
I’m Freya, the Treasurer for LUPA! I started my Master of Planning in mid-2023 and am excited to learn more about how I can help to positively influence communities and infrastructure. Before Lincoln, I studied Accounting, and Political Science & International Relations at the University of Canterbury.
COMMUNICATIONS & SOCIAL MEDIA - Kaya
Kia ora! I’m Kaya and I am in my second year of the MPlan. I studied business, strategic communications and environmental studies for my undergrad in Wellington. I grew up on a family farm in Northland and my dissertation is researching the disconnect in environmental policy and planning communication in rural Aotearoa with a focus on Northland. I am currently on exchange in Canada and am supporting LUPA virtually.
SECRETARY - Angie
Hello all, I’m Angie and I am the secretary for LUPA 2024! I am in my second year of the MPlan and studied landscape architecture for my undergrad. I am from the USA and have called New Zealand home for the last 6 or so years. I am very interested in intergenerational justice, so my dissertation focuses on the representation of future generations in New Zealand environmental policy and planning.
UNDERGRAD REP - Millie
Kia ora! I’m Millie, the undergrad representative at LUPA. I am in my third year of a Bachelor of Environmental Policy and Planning and a Christchurch local. I am super excited to be on LUPA and aim to increase undergrad students’ involvement with LUPA and the planning industry. I am enjoying learning about all aspects of planning and have a passion for supporting equitable and sustainable futures.
‘Meet the Events Committee!’
Natalie
Kia ora koutou! I’m Natalie, part of the events committee for LUPA, helping in the planning and running of events. I am in the second year of the MPlan, and finished my BSc in Conservation and Ecology here at Lincoln in 2020. I’m from NZ originally but moved back here from Aus in 2017 to study. I’m interested in ecology and planning, and my dissertation focuses on the public perception of cat management bylaws.
Nathan
Kia ora, I’m Nathan! I’ve lived in Ōtautahi | Christchurch all my life and have completed a BSc in Psychology and Geography at UC. I’ve had planning experience at both Selwyn District and Christchurch City Councils and am currently completing the final semester of the MPlan here at Lincoln. My main interests are in promoting community well-being through placemaking and transport planning, which is why I’m researching ‘How Tactical Urbanism can revitalise public spaces in Aotearoa | New Zealand’ for my dissertation.
In Waimarie building, there is a picture of a male and female Huia called ‘Huia’s Lament.’
Whenever I have a meeting with a lecturer in Burns, it was one of the pieces of art that I spent the most time looking at, while waiting for them. Now, it’s on the second floor of Waimarie.
At first glance, you see a brilliant representation of the Huia but as you spend more time looking at this piece, you can see so much more. The gun on which the birds are perched, is called a Huia. The background is full of images that show the sad history of this tapu endemic bird.
The Huia were hunted to extinction by Europeans for their feathers and strange beaks, to adorn their hats and jewellery. This artwork captures not only that but also the influence of birds and their decline. The importance and reverence the Māori had for the Huia, was ultimately futile with the bounties placed upon the bird.
This is just one of the amazing pieces of art we have here on LU campus, and I do hope you take a moment out of your day to go an view it.
Written by George Gibbs, Masters of Conservation and Ecology student
By Zara Weissenstein
Thursdays in Black and Golden Z had a fantastic time bringing you Sex Week 2024! This was held from the 5th - 9th of August. We had a lot of events throughout the week. Here’s a run down of just a few of our favourites!
On Monday we had coffee over some Harakeke and Putiputi weaving. Overall it was a very relaxing and connecting experience to run and participate in. Everyone’s flowers were beautiful and this was a great way to start the week off.
Our Sex Week Q&A session was on Wednesday, and was a great success with a fantastic board of individuals, who attended to answer all the questions everyone had.
We had Toni and Miri from the Counselling & Wellbeing team in attendance, as well as Peter and ndrew from the Burnett Foundation, and Sarah from Te Whatu Ora. Everyone was able to ask anonymous questions online so we had a great set of questions!
Our annual Sex Quiz was on Thursday, and was a great success! We all had a great time hosting this event and it seemed like everyone had a fantastic time. With lots of fun games inbetween each section of questions, and lots
of prizes to give out, including of course, our overall third, second, and first prizes. It was amazing to see everyone having such a great time! Friday evening’s self defence class was great, with Casey Bell leading us through various techniques of self defence. We all gained a lot of confidence throughout this session and can’t wait for the next two on 19th September and 2nd October to learn more.
Thank you again to everyone who got involved throughout this week and everyone who helped out with the planning and running process of all the events. It was truly an amazing experience.
• Enhancing the Student Experience: A diverse student body offers a rich tapestry of perspectives, cultures and experiences, enriching the overall campus environment. We don’t really want to all be the same, do we?
• Improved Learning Outcomes: Research suggests that diverse classrooms lead to better critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills. So bringing people with different experiences together helps us learn better, good right?
• Preparing Students for the Real World: A diverse campus mirrors the complexities of society, preparing students for successful careers and engagement with the world at large. Often by our schooling years we haven’t travelled or experienced all that much, now is a time to broaden our horizons!
• Building a Strong Community: Understanding the needs and experiences of diverse student groups fosters a sense of belonging and inclusivity. Everyone wants a sense of belonging, and its not until you experience not having it that you realise just how much that matters.
The Student Diversity Survey directly contributes to these goals. For instance:
• It provides a snapshot of the student body, helping the university celebrate areas of strength and learn where it needs to improve.
• It reveals students’ perceptions of diversity, allowing the university to address any issues or misconceptions.
• It highlights the experiences of diverse students, informing targeted support initiatives.
And the survey collects information that is not being collected in other systems, providing a fuller view of our student population.
• The first part of the survey looks at Identity in terms of age, course of study, citizenship, living arrangements, ethnicity, disability, religion, gender identity and sexual orientation. So, what is our student population like?
The face of our university is changing. Once dominated by male undergrads, our student body is now a diverse mix of ages, backgrounds, and experiences.
By Paul Rutherford
What does the identity of our student population look like? How do they feel about different identities? What is the experience of diversity like?
These are the questions asked by the Student Diversity Survey which has been run three times now: 2018, 2021, and just now – 2024.
Women now outnumber men (55% to 44%) and, in this year’s survey, 1% identify as non-binary. That doesn’t sound like a lot, but with almost 5000 students, that could be almost 50 people, easily a class-full! While international students once made up nearly half of the campus, that number has dropped significantly in recent years, now at 25% international. Despite this, our student population remains incredibly diverse, with people from 68 different countries calling our university home.
The balance between undergrads and postgrads has also shifted. It used to be that undergrads made up 49% of the student population, it is now just one-third. More than half of our students are now postgrads.
While 79% of our students are fortunate enough not to have experienced a disability or impairment during their study at Lincoln University, 7% were born with an impairment, 8% have acquired one, and 3% had an impairment but have recovered. These impairments can make it harder to study and often lead to a lower student experience.
Balancing studies with life isn’t always easy. A surprising number of our students (18%) are also parents or carers, juggling family responsibilities alongside their academic goals.
When it comes to religion, most students have no religious affiliation. The largest religious group is Christian (24%) and our campus is home to a variety of religious beliefs, reflecting the multicultural nature of our student body.
And while the majority of students identify as heterosexual (80%), there’s a number of LGBTQ+ community on campus. These include students who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, asexual, pansexual and demisexual.
These are just some of the insights from the Student Diversity Survey. It’s clear that our university is becoming an increasingly inclusive and vibrant place to learn and grow.
Up next month, find out more about perceptions and experience of diversity on campus.
How do you feel about the university’s efforts to promote diversity, equity and inclusion? What would you like to see happen? Contact me at Paul.Rutherford@lincoln.ac.nz or your friendly Wheako Tauira Student Experience team at Experience@lincoln.ac.nz
By Anup Neupane
Under the warm glow of the late afternoon sun on one of the last Thursday’s of Term 3, the Lincoln Uni Social Cricket Club, transformed the iconic Forbes Lawn into a vibrant hub of laughter, camaraderie, and delicious food.
The end-of-term bash saw a blend of lawn cricket, a sizzling BBQ, and the club’s Annual General Meeting (AGM), all culminating in a great evening.
The cricket match was a sight to behold, as seasoned players and enthusiastic newcomers alike took turns batting and bowling. Many were trying their hand at
the sport for the first time, creating a atmosphere of friendly competition and shared learning. Meanwhile, the aroma of grilled sausages and burger patties wafted through the air, courtesy of Liam and Anup. Their mouthwatering creations drew a steady stream of hungry students, ensuring everyone was well-fuelled for the evening’s activities. As the sun began to set, attention shifted to the AGM. The event provided a platform to formally introduce the cricket club’s dedicated executive members and showcase the exciting new club merchandise.
A lively discussion ensued, as members eagerly shared ideas and proposals for future events, further cementing the club’s vibrant and inclusive spirit.
To cap off the night, Paresh took the stage, delivering a subtle yet elegant comedy performance that left the crowd in stitches.
Keep an eye out for other future events we will be organising for our members. If you would like to join in on the fun, sign up for the club through QPay at lusa.org.nz/clubs and join us for cricket every Wednesdays (3pm-5pm).
Do you know a student whose mahi outside the classroom deserves to be recognised? Now’s your chance to get your nominations in for the annual Blue and Golds Awards. And yes, self-nominations are also accepted!
Blues celebrate those who have excelled in sports, while Golds are awarded to students who’ve made a difference in their communities through cultural or service contributions.
Scan the QR code to complete the online nomination form or Visit www.lincoln.ac.nz/bluesandgolds
‘Te Whare Wānaka o Aoraki’
F r i d a y 2 5 / 1 0 , 1 2 p m - 4 p m S a t u r d a y 2 6 / 1 0 , 1 0 a m - 4 p m L a n d s c a p e A r c h i t e c t u r e E x h i b i t i o n 2 0 2 4
Lincoln University
P a p a H o u
4 R o l l e s t o n A v e n u e
C h r i s t c h u r c h C B D
Architecture S C A N H E R E T O F O L L O W U S
Cottage Pie, is comfort food central! This English classic has a deeply savoury beef mince filling smothered in gravy topped with creamy mashed potato, baked until golden. One of the best cosy foods to make. Wondering what’s the difference between Cottage Pie and Shepherd’s Pie? Same recipe, except Cottage Pie is made with beef and Shepherd’s Pie is made with lamb! (Because Shepherd’s herd sheep!)
1. 1 1/2 tbsp olive oil
2. 2 garlic cloves , minced
3. 1 onion , finely chopped
4. 1 carrot , finely chopped
5. 1 celery , finely chopped
6. 750g beef mince
7. 1/4 cup flour
8. 1/4 cup tomato paste
9. 2 cups beef stock
10. 1/2 cup red wine (or water)
11. 1 beef oxo cube, crumbled
12. 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
13. 1 tsp dried thyme
14. 2 dried bay leaves
15. 3/4 tsp salt
16. 1/2 tsp black pepper
17. 1.2kg potatoes, peeled and cut into 2.5cm cubes
18. 2/3 cup milk, warmed
19. 2 tbsp (30g) butter
20. 2 tbsp (30g) butter
21. 2 tbsp parmesan cheese
• Heat oil in large pan at medium high heat. Add onion and garlic, cook for 1 minute. Add carrots and celery. Cook for 3 minutes until softened
• Turn heat to high. Add beef and cook until browned.
• Add flour and mix. Add tomato paste, stock, red wine, oxo cube, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, bay leaves, salt and pepper.
• Simmer, then turn down heatt, to simmering rapidly.
• Cook for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it reduces down to gravy consistency.
• Transfer to 6 cup pie dish. Preheat oven to 180°C.
• Cook potatoes in boiling water for 15 minutes or until soft. Drain then return to pot on turned off stove. Add butter and mash until melted, then add milk and salt. Mash until smooth.
• Spread onto pie, use a fork to rough up the surface.
• Sprinkle with paremsan, drizzle with butter.
• Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden on top and bubbling on the edges.
• Stand for 5 minutes before serving, garnished with fresh thyme leaves.
“Perhaps love is to give one’s own solitude to others? For it is the very last thing we have to offer.”
- C.L.
, cashmere scarf, that star shoots towards the horizon in the night. Light years away from us, yet it takes them seconds to get anywhere, really. Faster than we anticipated. They wanted her to lend her body, but they did not want her body. They know that the mind itself is greater than the body. They want to know what is inside of that. I am sure it is not going to hurt anyone; however, it probably will. But, oh boy, I read a book today - was it a dystopian world, Paris, or Rio de Janeiro in the ’60s? Who knows? But it got me thinking of those nights in Spain yet again, how did you feel when you walked alone in Seville? Goosebumps covered me when I remembered those burnt ancient scents, those that were brought by the Arabs throughout the Iberian Peninsula, sometimes you feel lost, yet the solitude is kind of addicting like meth, felt that night when they arrived at Christmas, singing carols surrounded by Spaniards whom they never spoke to. They just saw him as a passerby, a foreigner, not really worth talking to or making memories with. Who cares about your cultures and etiquettes? Get lost!
She kept thinking, looking at herself through the mirror or a clear window, with a little backdrop of herself, wishing she could know what was inside her mind. She needed reassurance that everything would be alright. “Where is all this going to go?” She took a few moments to adjust to her rumbling mind. He called, and she waited a minute or two longer so she did not seem too desperate, preparing herself to pick up. She forgot to put on her sandals. She then looked toward the window while she puts her nightdress—she looked into the mirror, looking herself as an object of men, even she is not—it was pouring rain, yet sunshine was peeking over the corner. It was he who called; she knew it immediately, that temperamental man she could not seem to forget. She pictured herself with him—whether it is realistic or not, she wanted it so badly to be real. For even though he is temperamental, he knows what is inside her mind. That is why she likes it. He knows it immediately:
Am I too attached to the past? Am I too attached to someone? Am I pondering my heart a bit too much? Am I putting too much knowledge in my brain? Am I letting them go for good? Am I just a kid whose childhood was a misery? Though, one should never really believe one’s narrative. I, me, myself, am unsure about everything that still goes on. I loved you, yet it never aligns. Why do we always have to disagree? Let me do my thing, for I am free. Why always think about travel? Those lands will wait for us no matter how long we are in this world. Even after death herself comes, those houses, paintings, music, and terraces will all still be there and waiting.
It was the way she put it, like grabbing and letting go at the same time through that abyss - or was it hell. Your heart beats slowly; you actually don’t know whether it is saudade or angst. You try to control your breathing on those nights when sleeping seems so hard on that small bed. Is that sense of adrenaline really true? When you climb up a mountain, you will fall a few times as you miss on those rocky trails, fearing if you took the right step or might fumble, so does in life. So how does it feel to be human? In which a human being’s most depressing thing is to be a human being, is what?
- J.B/I.D
Despite the brief storm on Monday which threatened to put a damper on things, Sustainability Week 2024 has been a great success this year with great participation rates. The week kicked off with a Campus Sustainability Tour led by Sustainability Officer Patryk Szczerba and including a tour of the new Waimarie Building with an overview of its many sustainability features given by Dave Bain, Change Manager of the Campus Development Programme and input on campus ecology and biodiversity by Dr Colin Meurk, Adjunct Senior Lecturer, DEM.
On Tuesday a Waste Recycling Challenge was ably administered by Patryk Szczerba and LUSA Sustainability Rep. Sam Dryden with enthusiastic participation by students and staff to test their speed and accuracy in sorting different types of “waste” or rather potential resources for recycling and composting. A similar challenge was also ongoing on the Forbes Lawn co-ordinated by Courtney Ritter (Facilities Coordinator) with Waste Management Ltd.
Wednesday saw 3 days of Sustainable Transport Promotion, culminating in a free pancake breakfast for sustainable commuters. Anyone who carpooled, bussed, biked, walked, or used an EV, Ebike, etc.. qualified. The day also included Free Bike Servicing provided by Nomadic Cycles who serviced and repaired 22 bikes outside Forbes and a very enjoyable Kahoot Sustainability Quiz with Prizes run by Sam Dryden.
On Thursday a very well attended Panel Discussion was held in a packed Grounded Theatre. Presentations were given on the topical issue of Meeting the challenges of reducing agricultural emissions in Aotearoa. The panelists included Prof. Anita Wreford who discussed some of the research going on nationally and here at LU to reduce agricultural emissions; Dr Shannon Page on the role of Agrivoltaics and the plans for the Lincoln University Energy Farm and Dr Charles Merfield who gave an ecological perspective regarding emissions reduction. The session was ably Co-chaired by Dr Jorie Knook and Sam Dryden and the excellent presentations were followed by a lively Q&A session.
Sustainability Week concluded on Friday with a Native Tree Planting event at a site along Springs Road, South of Orchard Car Park Gate 4. Over 40 enthusiastic volunteers both staff and students attended and more than 100 native seedlings including Kanuka and a variety of other species were planted. Dr Colin Meurk supervised
the planting shared his wisdom about native trees and biodiversity and helped to place the planting event in the context of other native plantings in the region.
A huge number of people across campus have supported the week’s events, sadly they are too numerous to name individually here but a special thank you to all the members of LUSA, LESS, SAGE, Ecology Soc., Student Volunteer Army, Future Leaders, Lincoln Hospitality Ltd, Nomadic Cycles, Waste Management Ltd, Facilities Management, Field Research Centre, Travis Wetland Trust, the LU Sustainability Fund and other staff and students who assisted.
Coterie - the fastest growing act in Aus and NZ right now!
It’s possible many of you may not have heard of Coterie 12 months ago, or are even now wondering who is Coterie? But if the numbers are anything to go by, it looks like this could be the fastest-growing act on either side of the Tasman right now and you need to get on that train! So here’s a little story about Coterie, the band of 4 brothers from Perth who had a dream year in 2022, going from zero to 110 in 12 months and showing no signs of slowing down!
In December 2021, An independent band who had built quite the buzz amongst their hometown scene on the West Coast (but never toured outside WA) released a little song called “Cool it down!, a fun surf-skank anthem that was a love letter to their 2 homes, Perth’s West Coast beaches and Aotearoa (New Zealand), the home of their Maori heritage and the birthplace of eldest brother Tyler.
The song built some ground-level traction on both sides of the Tasman and made its way onto radio, rapidly climbing to the #1 radio spot in NZ which in turn saw the song become the #1 most Shazammed song in the country for over 3 months! A clever social media campaign would ensue targeting NZ music icons Six60 and their fans and before they knew it, Coterie had the eyeballs of everyone in New Zealand and a #1 platinum-selling single with over 5 million streams and 1.2 million YouTube views.
By April 22’, Coterie was touring Australia playing to crowds of up to 10,000 people a night supporting Six60, and by June were again on the road, this time headlining their own Australian tour, selling out 5 of the 7 dates, concluding with a sell-out show at Perths iconic Astor theatre (1100 cap).
Come August the band had inked a deal with Six60’s newly formed Massive Records (Sony Music NZ), the powerhouse’s fans demanding Coterie join them on their NZ stadium tour (6 stadium dates across NZ) not to mention the group was beginning to arouse the interest of festival promoters in both territories with 2022 performances at By the C, Summersalt, Caloundra, Promiseland, Mount Tunes, Oakura Groove, Woodford, NYE on the hill and more.
December, Coterie released their debut self-titled album debuting at #1 on the New Zealand album charts and #4 on the ARIA Australian album charts, no small feat for a local act during the year peak Christmas sale period with Spotify listing Coterie’s “Cool it down! as the 4th highest streamed song in NZ in 2022.
Coterie shows no signs of slowing down, with stats showing a very even split across their Aus and NZ audiences. A regional Australian tour supporting Indi rock stalwarts Lime Cordiale in April, an Australian headline tour in June as well as whispers of upcoming UK, EU, and US tours in the latter half of 2023, including Garden Party!
Bell kicked off 2023 on Ed Sheeran’s ‘Mathematics World Tour’ playing six sold-out Stadium shows and Opera House Warm-up shows followed by a 17-date Nationwide Headline Tour around New Zealand. The More FM Presents ‘Boots N All’ tour was a huge success with ten sold-out shows and selling almost 8,000 tickets. It comes off the back of Bell’s mainstream radio success where her single ‘Boots N All’ cracked the Top 20 on Pop Mainstream Radio. Bell is the ‘Most Streamed Australasian Country Artist’ for 2022.
Bell was also recently awarded an ARIA GOLD award for her EP ‘The Red EP’ featuring hit single ‘Keith’. This is the first time a Female Artist has been awarded this in twenty years since Kasey Chambers and breaks history making Bell the FIRST EVER ‘Independent Female Country Artist’ from Australasia to receive an Aria Gold Award.
Bell moved to Australia at the age of 21, Bell won the prestigious Toyota Star Maker and has gone on to top the Australian Music Network Radio Chart, sing with Keith Urban on two of his world tours, and has been a support act for US Country stars, The Chicks, Morgan Evans, Brad Paisley and in 2022 toured with New Zealand’s biggest band Six60 on their summer stadium tour.
Gates Open: 10am
Gates Shut: 1pm
Make sure you arrive WELL BEFORE the gates close.
You need to allow time to get through the congested lines, you’ll need to be patient and if you’re not through ticketing before 1pm, don’t be surprised if you’re turned away!
Garden Party is strictly R18 — minors are prohibited.
All patrons are required to present one of the below forms of ID on request. These must be current, and valid on the day of the event.
Only these three approved forms of ID will be accepted;
• Drivers Licence
• Kiwi Access Card (18+)
• NZ or Overseas Passport
Physical copies only, photographs will not be accepted.
Reminder that if you are planning to sit your licence in the next few weeks, you risk not having an ID on the day of the event, so make sure to get an Kiwi Access 18+ card as back up.
No pass outs.
Bag searches will be conducted upon entry, and all water bottles entering the festival must be empty.
The only valid ticket sale source is Flicket. Unlike previous years, ticket resales will not be allowed unless made through the official ticket resale platform Flicket.
Flicket provides an easy and safe platform to allow ticket holders to sell their unwanted tickets and buyers to purchase a ticket without worrying about scalping and scamming. All ticket resale prices will be controlled and may not exceed the original ticket price. Flicket will perform the required name and detail changes to the ticket so that the buyer’s details are correctly displayed on their ticket.
Please ensure the name on your ticket matches the name on your ID. If you need to change the name on your ticket, you can do this through Flicket.
If you bought multiple tickets, make sure each ticket is named correctly. If you are purchasing tickets on behalf of someone else, we suggest you utilise the option to email each ticket holder their ticket when checking out with Flicket, to avoid confusion at the gates.
We can scan tickets on your mobile phone, although if you have a cracked screen it might be a good idea to print your ticket out as they can be more difficult to scan.
Before arriving at the event open your Flicket email, click on the link/attachment to reveal your Flicket digital ticket in preparation for scanning. Ensure the lighting on your mobile phone is turned right up to aid the speed of scanning your digital ticket. Simply present the digital
to the customer service representative at the gates for scanning alongside your ID.
Refunds/Exchanges: Flicket and LUSA cannot issue refunds or exchanges after a ticket has been purchased. Please be sure you choose your tickets carefully.
We are working with Flicket who provide a safe and easy place for you sell your ticket to another fan. To sell your ticket head to Flicket, log in and follow the prompts.
If you have already found a buyer for your ticket but want to complete the transaction safely, you can create a private sale by entering the email adress of the new owner in the ‘sell your ticket’ step.
If you wish to buy a resale ticket, head to Flicket and purchase via this channel to ensure all of your details are correct and the ticket is transferred into your name. If the name on your ID does not match your ticket, you may not be allowed to enter.
Skip the lines with our Express Entry Check In.
Come to Forbes Lawn, between 10am – 2pm on Thursday 17th October (day before event) with your ID and ticket. We will check you in and provide you with a wristband for the event.
Once you have your wristband you’ll be able to turn up to the event and enter through our Express Entry. Intoxication levels,
bag checks and pat downs will still operate in the Express Entry however without the need to have your ID checked or ticket scanned you’ll gain entry to the event much faster.
If any wristband is broken or appears to be tampered with in Express Entry you will not gain entry to the event and will not be refunded. Your wristband becomes your ticket, so look after it.
Please ensure you bring your ID to the event as security or bar staff may require proof of age at any time.
(Drug Checking will be happening from 10am - 2pm on the same day in the LUSA Club House.)
Be respectful of the environment and neighbourhood when arriving and leaving the Event. Place any litter in the recycle or other bins provided around the Venue. You must not damage, improperly use or tamper with any property or facility at the venue or around the Lincoln township. Any intentionally or recklessly damage or interference to plants or property at the Venue or in the area surrounding the Venue will result Police and security direction.
Take advantage of our free buses from Lincoln Township bus stops to LU Rugby Fields and back home again. We will have free buses available throughout the day to get you home safely. These will depart every half hour and will stop at Lincoln Township, Prebbleton, Sockburn and Church Corner.
• Pick Up/Drop off — Gate 1
• Parking — Gate 3
• Disability Parking (with disability permit) – Gate 2
• Metro B
At the conclusion of the Event, you must remove all of your belongings, rubbish, recycling and vehicles.
The Promoter reserves the right to, and to authorise or instruct Event Staff to, refuse entry or evict any person from the Event that: fails to comply with the Event Terms; is unable to provide valid and current Photo ID or sufficient proof of age documentation when requested; engages in any illegal activity or behaviour or any activity or behaviour deemed in the Promoter’s absolute discretion to be unsafe, disorderly or antisocial, including without limitation being intoxicated or affected by alcohol or drugs; crowd surfing, moshing or stage diving; entering non-public or designated no access areas of the Venue or areas of the Venue to which your Event Ticket does not permit access; climbing the staging, rigging or other structures at the Venue; causing damage to property or goods at the Venue; or acting in a violent, threatening, inappropriate, abusive, aggressive, sexist, racist, or discriminatory manner, or for any other reason in the Promoter’s absolute discretion the Event Ticket is registered.
You must follow all reasonable directions of the Promoter and Event Staff, including but not limited to security, bar staff, and traffic management personnel as well as directions conveyed on signage at the Event. You further agree to comply with all applicable laws (including regulations) at all times during the Event (including but not limited to liquor licensing, smoking laws and any physical distancing orders in force at the time of the Event).
Costumes are a massive part of Garden Party but not expected. If coming in costume please choose appropriately.
No culturally insensitive costumes. No black facing. No weapons — fake or real. No pets. We reserve the right of admission.
Wear appropriate footwear. Wear sun or rain protection. Garden Party will go ahead rain, hail or shine. No umbrella’s or chairs.
Bring any medications you require such as asthma inhalers etc.
Leave food and drink at home, but you may bring in an empty water bottle if you wish. There are on-site bars, water stations with cups, food vendors and plenty of free food (GF and Veg).
No bags, backpacks or coolers over 40x40cm. All bags and costume props will be searched upon entry.
This event is cashless, so bring eftpos. There are no ATM’s on site or credit card facilities.
Our mission at Garden Party is to provide a welcoming and engaging space for students to come together and experience live music, activations, the outdoors, and of course, finishing lectures. We aim to curate a lineup that appeals to a wide range of tastes and to foster a sense of community and connection among our attendees, facilitating a meaningful and memorable experience for our LU students that inspires generations to come. LUSA’s Garden Party is dedicated to providing an atmosphere of joy and positivity which is committed to creating a safe, social, and allinclusive party. Any discrimination, harassment, or anti-social behavior of any kind will not be tolerated. If you feel uncomfortable in any way or notice any anti-social behaviour, please notify security or a member of staff. R18+.
The lunchtime sandwich has come a long way since the marmite and lettuce slimy sog your mum used to pop in your lunchbox. Let’s not forget the metre of gladwrap it was suffocated in! Now with an array of fillings encased in all sorts of breads, bagels and wraps, the humble lunchtime staple is scattered around Christchurch and we went on the hunt for our Top 5 Sammies!
33 Buchan Street, Sydenham
There’s no denying, Grizzly is synonymous with incredible baking but they also make the ultimate sandwiches. Think eggie breakfast and vegan roasted chickpea, loaded potato rolls and the popular cheesy broccoli Rueben, to name a few. Plus, they’ve got the best doughnuts and crossiants around.
36 Southwark Street, Christchurch Central City
A quirky little sandwich shop with sammies packed with texture and flavour. Their display cabinet is filled with ready-made, grab-and-go or eat in sandwiches, (up six flavours) including the peanut butter and sprouts sandwich, yes you heard me right! Made from Dunedin-based Bay Road peanut butter, pickled celery, sprouts, vegan mayo and Kaitaia Fire hot sauce, even non vegans like it!
129 High Street, Christchurch Central City
Owner Joseph Walker began his New Zealand sandwich journey on the West Coast in 2017. His mantra is to “do simple, but do well”. One of its most popular sandwiches, the Italian, is beautifully lined with salami, mortadella, provolone, aioli, vinaigrette and greens, stacked between two thick slices of ciabatta bread.
8 New Regent Street, Christchurch Central City
Each of the five options on offer is a take on a classic sando from across the globe. There’s the Bombay, the Medi, the NYC Reuben, and the Tokyo, a crowd favourite milk bread filled with katsu chicken, iceberg and kewpie mayo. Last, but not least, the Breakfast One, a bacon, egg, hash brown and Bones pickles in milk bread, is a true Kiwi classic!
The Tannery, 3 Garlands Road, Woolston
Bellbird is everything you want in a local bakery: beautiful, simple design, cheerful customer service. You can also find the team trying out new recipes and pushing the boundaries. Their Dukkah Hummus & Roast Veg on Porridge Sourdough sandwich is packed with fresh, seasonal vegetables!
Once the Olympics finished, we were left with this empty void on our screens and the wonder of what to watch next. We’ve rounded up our top 5 streams.
If you like the fuc*ing news (about climate change) then Paddy Gowers’ got you covered. This time it’s about global warming’s impact on Antarctica and the first-hand consequences. If you’ve never fully understood the full impact of global warming and the alarming rate Antarctica is melting then this doco series will scare the shit out of you!
A brilliantly fun juggling act of eerie themes, campy humour and sincere drama, there is something for everyone here. The scary, jelly-leg-dancing doll named M3GAN, is pure evil and hellbent on killing everyone in her path. This nice mix of thriller and sci-fi actually goes deeper and makes you think about how technology is changing our interpersonal relationships.
The only reason I tuned into this movie was because it has hotties; Brad Pitt and Margot Robbie in it! But little did I know, it was going to be an adrenaline rush from start to finish. Raunchy, hilarious, powerful, confounding. It’s all about the outrageous excess of several ambitious dreamers in 1920s Hollywood, which leads to their rise and fall when transitioning from silent pictures to the world of sound films.
A frothy series that carries off the classic murder mystery with a light touch, A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder checks all the boxes for a sweetly satisfying binge. Five years ago, schoolgirl Andie Bell was murdered by Sal Singh. The police know he did it. Everyone in town knows he did it. But Pippa Fitz-Amobi isn’t so sure, and when she chooses the case as the topic for her final year project, she starts to uncover secrets that someone in town desperately wants to stay hidden.
If you like Vince Vaughn being Vince Vaughn or detective shows with jokes, then, this is your poison. Bad Monkey follows Andrew Yancy (Vaughn), who is booted out of the Miami Police Department and forced to become a humble health inspector. But when given a bizarre job to drive a severed arm in an ice box across Florida, he can’t help but return to his old ways and crack the case wide open.
While winter may be almost over, staying warm is still an essential to living in the Ōtautahi Christchurch. Whether it be watching a rugby game on a frosty morning, period cramps kicking in right before a class, or an evening walking with your dog, knowing the options for portable heating is key.
The Classic – Hot water Bottle
$6 @ the warehouse
These are a cheap option, however, to make them cozy you have to get a fluffy cover. Then as you fill the bottle inevitably the cover will get wet and take all day to dry. It is difficult to get the temperature right as you aren’t supposed to put boiling water in, yet hot water from the tap doesn’t give that skin scalding temperature you want.
The Sustainable – Wheat Pack
$11 @ KMart
You could buy this, or just grab an old 100% cotton sock and fill it with wheat kernels (a common Chicken food) or rice, tie a knot and you are good to go. Pop it in the microwave and you can control the temperature to your heart’s desire. Just watch out, too long and you will dry the grains out creating an effective source of spontaneous combustion.
The Modern – Electric HotPod
$36 @ Bargain Chemist
Expensive up front but a worthy investment. They take ten minutes to heat up, and then last 3+ hours at the perfect toasty hot temperature. They come with a nifty cover, and are the perfect option to soothe that stomach ache you got from only eating dominos pizza for a week during exams. Heat them up by your bedside or even during a 9am tutorial with the included power cord.
The Mini – Reusable Hand Warmer
$5 @ Mitre 10
A tiny option to through in your backpack. They are cool until activated, and then they heat up to a reasonably warm temperature. Simply boil in a pot of water to return to their cool state! A great option for a cold evening walk while watching the Aurora. Simply bend the little metal disk and watch them go from cold and soft to warm and hard (not in a sexual way, well actually, you decide).
The Disposable – Stick on Heat Pads
$25 for 10 @ Chemist Warehouse
These are handy when you need a discrete option, such as the dreaded period cramps. They activate when exposed to air and reach a warm temperature (not hot). Stick them onto those comfy track pants and you have a hands-free portable belly warmer. These can also be used over sore muscles after leg day at the gym.
Lincoln University Students’ Association & Lincoln University Present
22 SEPTEMBER | 10AM–2PM | LINCOLN UNIVERSITY CAMPUS
Free Family Fun for Everyone
Petting Zoo, Sheep Shearing, Food Trucks and more!
Bring along your family and friends and enjoy the activities and entertainment on Lincoln University’s beautiful campus!
For more info visit lincoln.ac.nz
How many words (of 3 letters or more) can you make from these letters (according to Scrabble UK)
August 23 – September 22
Your obsession with perfection won’t help you this week when you realise you forgot to submit that 10-page paper. You’ll spend more time alphabetising your laundry than actually studying.
November 22 – December 21
Financially, the stars suggest a strict budget... which you’ll promptly ignore when you see the hoodies at LUSA. Remember, Ramen noodles are your best friend and worst enemy.
January 20 – February 18
You’ll finally realise that your ‘unique’ ideas are just recycled clichés. It’s not your creativity that’s missing, but the ability to recognize that not everything you think is groundbreaking is worth sharing. Try not to embarrass yourself too much!
May 21 – June 20
Your dual nature is in full swing, so expect to be torn between wanting to binge-watch cat videos and writing that paper. Remember, it’s not that you’re indecisive; it’s just that you’re creatively overqualified in every possible direction. Hold off on making any life-altering decisions before your second cup of coffee.
September 23 – October 22
Your charm and diplomacy will be no match for your professors’ disdain for your late assignments. Balance is key, but your social life is tipping the scales toward academic disaster. On the bright side, the stars see a Netflix binge in your near future - enjoy procrastination.
December 22 – January 19
You’ll be tested in ways you didn’t know possible - like actually paying attention during your lectures! Your stubbornness might win you the battle of ignoring your responsibilities.
March 21 – April 19
You might want to keep a low profile. Your attempts at impressing others could end up as cringe-worthy as your last presentation. Maybe double-check your outfit before you leave; that “unique” look might just be misunderstood.
June 21 – July 22
You’re so clingy, even your own shadow is trying to find an escape route. Expect to have deep, meaningful conversations with your cat because, let’s be honest, they’re the only ones who can tolerate your mood swings without trying to flee.
October 23 – November 21
You’ll find romance in the most unexpected places, like the library or during a particularly intense game of Mario Kart. Your coffee consumption will reach new heights as you attempt to balance study sessions and life. Embrace the chaos, and don’t forget to actually attend a class or two!
February 19 – March 20
You’ll find that your attempts at being the life of the party will only highlight your desperate need for attention. Maybe it’s time to reconsider that new hairstyle you’re so proud of - it’s really not fooling anyone.
April 20 – May 20
You might find yourself in the mood to unleash your inner diva. If someone dares to mess with your well-deserved relaxation time, prepare for a showdown. Your stubborn streak will come in handy when you insist on doing things your way, especially when it involves a cosy blanket and a tub of ice cream.
July 23 – August 22
Embrace the fact that you might be a little extra today. After all, the world needs a Leo to remind them that being fabulous is a full-time job. Just don’t forget to save some of that star power for your loved ones.
