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HEAD EDITOR: Jordan Archer jordan.archer@unisa.edu.au CHIEF OF STAFF: Laura Pietrobon laura.pietrobon@unisa.edu.au GRAPHIC DESIGNER: Jessica Matthews jessica.matthews@unisa.edu.au CHIEF SUB-EDITOR: Steph Simon WEB EDITOR: Erin Willis SUB-EDITORS: Kara Johnson, Lucy Ahern, Lauren Waldhuter Printed by Newstyle Print www.newstyleprint.com.au CONTRIBUTORS: Sian Cain, Rosyn Murphy, Kara Johnson, Lauren Waldhuter, Nicola Haywood, Anastasia Vento, Melissa Li, Narissa Moeller, Sarah Henson, Lisa Vertudaches, Stef van Gerven, Melissa Norris, David Balfour, Shenay Kentish, Claire Moreton, Melissa Bermingham, Lucy Ahern and Morbidda Destiny. COVER PHOTOGRAPH: Ben McPherson
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Hello Faithful Readers! Welcome back to Uni for another semester! Gee that break went fast didn’t it? Well don’t worry, right here is a jam-packed new issue of UniLife Magazine, here to help make the end of the holidays bearable! New subjects, different timetables, it can all make your life feel a little upside down, which is why this issue of UniLife Magazine has gone a little Topsy Turvy!!! You may be used to reading from left to right, but this time round you’ll have to hold the pages sideways and even upside down to check out everything we have in store! So what can you find this issue? Well a number of students have dobbed in their mates, so you’ll hear all about the antics of your fellow students. While it’s a bit chilly here in Adelaide, one student headed to the sunny shores of Fiji. Also, if you haven’t yet caught onto the Roller Derby craze we have all the details. On top of that, we tell you all about the UniLife Advocates, and why student representation is important! You can also find movie reviews for all the big titles of the past months and tonnes of other content on our website www.unilifemagazine.com.au. Naturally, we would love to hear from you, so send us an email at unilife.magazine@unisa.edu.au, send us a text on 0427 842 479 or track down our Facebook page! We love hearing your stories! Anyway, while you’re not in lecture make sure you rug up and settle down with us. We’ve been told we’re good company! Jordan, Laura & Jessica UniLife Magazine Editorial Team 2011 Issue 5 - August 2011
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Hello, We’re the City West Student Representatives. Here’s an update about what we’ve been doing at City West and how we plan to make it even better. Let’s get down to business, by ‘getting down’ at a proximate distance from the Division of Business - at the UniSA Bar! Embarrassing jokes aside, it’s currently open in the City West Student Lounge every Friday night. Free entry, $2 beer and wine for members. Music every week, when things are hotting up, we’ll throw in a live band and some social activities.
As your UniLife Student Representatives, we do lots of things which most students never ever know about, which seems odd to us. Here’s a brief peek behind the scenes of working as a City West Student Representative. We successfully liaised with UniSA to get grass on campus in the next few years. Ran an art competition, we recommend you check out the best entries in the City West Student Lounge. Ran the first of many “Tell Someone Who Cares” events where students were able to anonymously suggest ways to improve their experience of tertiary education. We sit on UniSA’s Academic Board and sub-committees to ensure you are getting a better quality education. And take responsibility for running U-Week events on campus at the start of the year to help keep our clubs strong and active. That’s the tip of the iceberg, while we tend to keep ourselves quite busy, we’re always happy to get some constructive feedback from students.
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If you think that’s pretty good - then get a load of this: we are currently writing a proposal to have the bar open each day on campus so the atmosphere never dies. You can help us make this happen by coming along on Friday nights and enjoying some cheap pre-drinks before your next big night out. Flowing on from the social facet of student life to the educational; we’re all on a tight budget, but nonetheless intelligent people with a critical eye on the world. So we’re also trying to have each of the Age, the Australian and the Advertiser newspapers available to you from each of our counters by the end of the year. We hope at least to offer the Advertiser for free, but ideally, all three.
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We hope your holidays have provided you with an opportunity to refocus, both on your studies and on your involvement with clubs and societies. City West Student Representatives, Ryan Dow & Stephen McCallum
Chicken & Sweetcorn Soup INGREDIENTS: 3 cups chopped cooked chicken 1x440g cans creamed corn 1/2 x440g corned kernels 3 finely sliced spring onions 1 tspn soy sauce 3 litres chicken stock METHOD: Heat 3 litres of chicken stock in a saucepan. Add remaining ingredients and mix well. Bring to the boil, reduce heat and simmer gently for 10 minutes. Season to taste.
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ARE YOU READY TO ROCK?! UniSA Heats Thursday 18th & Friday19th of August, 2011 at UniSA City West Student Lounge National Finals Friday 1st of September at The Gov REGISTRATION OPEN! To find out more or register, visit www.aaca.net.au/ncbc The National Campus Band Competition (NCBC) is the largest live event in the southern hemisphere and has been running at university and TAFE campuses across the country for 21 years! Each year up to 1,000 band from compete for great prizes & media & record company attention.
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Why is Advocacy important? Advocates give students in distress friendly advice on academic issues and how to deal with them. UniLife Advocates will accompany a student to any meeting they have with an academic or a university committee and will assist in preparing the student for those meetings. Some of the most common problems students face while in university that UniLife Advocates can help with include:
UniLife Advocates Have you ever wanted to appeal a final grade or been called in for plagiarism? These situations can be very difficult to deal with. However, there are people here to help! We talked to UniLife Advocates LUIS GARDEAZABAL and MARIEKE DE GRAAF about what they can do to help you. What is a student advocate? An Advocate is a professional adviser and an expert on university policies. Advocates are employed by UniLife to provide students with independent information, advice and assistance in a wide range of academic problems and grievances. UniLife Advocates have a duty to maintain confidentiality on all issues discussed with UniSA students. UniLife is NOT part of UniSA as it is a 100% student owned association. This service is free of charge to all UniSA students.
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Why would a student need an Advocate? Students may need an Advocate in order to be advised on and understand the policies and procedures stipulated by the University to deal with all sorts of academic conflicts students may find themselves in. What will the Advocate do for the student? An Advocate will clearly explain university policies and assist the student to mediate with those involved in the issue to get the best outcome for the student. As mentioned before UniLife Advocates have a duty of confidentiality to the students. www.unilifemagazine.com.au
Notification 3 or Preclusion (HIGHLY IMPORTANT) - Preclusion means that a student has been expelled from the University and they can appeal that decision by writing an appeal letter and possibly attending a meeting with a university committee. If a student receives a Notification 3 or Preclusion letter they should immediately contact a UniLife Advocate for advice. Assessment Extensions - If a student feels they are unable to meet a deadline for an exam or assignment they can apply for an extension, which may be granted on medical or compassionate grounds, or other special circumstances. Assessment Remark - UniSA students can request for an assessment remark. If a student is unhappy with the way their work was graded he/she is entitled to follow procedures and ask for their assignment to be marked again by a second person who has not been provided with details of the original mark. Assessment Resubmission - If a student has failed an assessment they may be granted the opportunity to make substantial changes to their original piece of work and re-submit it to the original assessor. Deferred Exam - Deferred assessment can be granted to students who were unable to complete the final assessment/examination, enabling them to achieve a final grade in a course. You can apply for a deferred on medical, compassionate or religious observance grounds. Special Consideration - If a UniSA Student believes that illness, disability through accident and/or other special circumstances (including religious observance) significantly
affected their performance in the final exam/ assessment, he/she can apply for special consideration. Special consideration is granted to enable students to improve their final grade for a course. Appealing a Final Grade - If a UniSA student does not agree with the mark they received for a final grade, they can refer to the Assessment Policies and Procedures Manual in order to appeal that final grade. Disputes about final grades will be resolved in accordance with the University procedures. Academic Integrity - If a UniSA student is asked to meet with an Academic Integrity Officer (AIO) it may be because they are concerned that the student has included work of another person without proper acknowledgement. Academic misconduct can range from plagiarism to breach of exam procedures. Academic Review - At the end of each academic review period the University assesses the academic results of students in order to identify unsatisfactory progress. A student is deemed to be making unsatisfactory progress if: they failed a course for the second (or third etc.) time, have a grade point average of less than 2.80, or failed a practicum or clinical placement, where that failure means they failed the entire course. Making a Complaint - The Student Grievances Resolution provides all students with a clear set of guidelines for dealing with and resolving complaints. These are separated into three areas according to the nature of the grievance. Complaints can be related to academic programs, decisions of committees or administrative operations. TO CONTACT AN ADVOCATE FROM UNILIFE PLEASE CALL LUIS GARDEAZABAL ON 8302 2889 OR MARIEKE DE GRAAF ON 8302 2863, OR SEND AN EMAIL TO UNILIFE.ADVOCATE@UNISA.EDU.AU.
Census Every five years the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) conducts a national Census of Population and Housing. The next Census is on Tuesday 9 August 2011. The Census provides a comprehensive snapshot of Australia every five years helping governments, business and community groups plan for future infrastructure and service needs. What is Census information used for? Census data is used by all levels of government, the private and community sectors for planning services and infrastructure. Population estimates based on Census information are also used for electoral purposes and to allocate government funding to SA. What will happen at Census time? Before 8 August 2011, a Census Collector will come to your door and deliver a paper Census form or an eCensus envelope. If you choose to complete a paper form your Collector will return to your household after Census night to collect it. Is it compulsory to complete a Census form? Yes, it is compulsory for everyone in Australia on Census night to complete a Census form, apart from foreign diplomats and their families. Can I complete it online? Yes. If you choose the eCensus option, your Census collector will give you an eCensus envelope with your own unique pin number. If I live in a share-house, can I complete my own individual Census form? Yes. If you would prefer to complete your own Census form rather than completing it as a household, you can request a personal paper form or an eCensus evelope from your Collector or by calling the Census Inquiry Service. If I am an international student what should I put as my address? If you live in Australia for more than six months every year – your usual address will be Australia. You should write the address of your Australian accomodation. To find out more visit www.abs.gov.au/census or call the Census Inquiry Service on 1300 338 776.
Student Rep Roll Call School of Psychology, Social Work and Social Policy Sarah Edney: ednsm001@mymail.unisa.edu.au Samantha Finan: finsj005@mymail.unisa.edu.au School of Art Architecture & Design Gemma Caon: caogy002@mymail.unisa.edu.au Genevieve Dawson-Scott: dawgf001@mymail.unisa.edu.au Tiffany Creal: crett001@mymail.unisa.edu.au Christopher Lyons : lyocm003@mymail.unisa.edu.au Clement Nyanja: nyacg001@mymail.unisa.edu.au School of Commerce Sharon Cormack: corsm002@mymail.unisa.edu.au School of Communication, International Studies and Languages Simone Genovese: gensy002@mymail.unisa.edu.au School of Health Sciences Michelle Leung: leuwt001@mymail.unisa.edu.au Law School Brooke Adey: president@usalsa.org School of Management Beni Halvorsen School of Marketing Karina Deboar: debkj001@mymail.unisa.edu.au School of Natural and Built Environments Sina Alaghmand: alasy006@mymail.unisa.edu.au Alex Sims: simag001@mymail.unisa.edu.au (Alex also represents Higher Degrees by Research Students based as City East) School of Nursing and Midwifery Melissa Papalia: chamj001@mymail.unisa.edu.au School of Pharmacy and Medical Sciences Josh Bottrall: botjl002@mymail.unisa.edu.au
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The Student Experience SCOTT JONES - STUDENT EXPERIENCE COORDINATOR Who is the Student Experience Team? We are currently a small team of staff responsible for developing the non-academic experience for students at UniSA. We also have 7 scholarship students (spread across all campuses, including Mt Gambier and Whyalla) coming on board by the start of August, who will provide a communication avenue between the University and students and assist us to promote the wide range of extra-curricular activities that occur throughout UniSA. These scholarship students will also be seeking input from UniSA students into the student experience to ensure that we are offering interesting, attractive and inclusive activities. Why have a Student Experience Team? When Professor Joanne Wright (Deputy Vice Chancellor: Academic) came to UniSA from the University of Sussex, her first impression was that UniSA could greatly improve oncampus vibrancy and opportunities for student interaction. Having been involved in a program called ‘Sussex Plus’ in the UK, she saw the opportunity to develop a similar initiative at UniSA with the focus of improving the student experience and providing additional opportunities for students to enhance their employability. The Student Experience Team was born and we are currently looking at a wide range of options for making student life more satisfying at UniSA. What kind of initiatives will the Student Experience Team offer students? We will aim to bring together the vast array of non-academic activities offered across the University to make it easier for all students to enhance their experience at UniSA. Whether students are looking to boost their employability through leadership opportunities and volunteering or just looking to meet new and interesting people in a fun and social environment, we can direct them to a wide range of activities which will allow them to have a university experience tailored to their individual needs.
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Why you should be a student rep: LAURA PIETROBON As much as we wish it was, the student experience is not all about partying, discounts, and endless supplies of coffee. What we actually LEARN here at university is equally (some may argue more) important, as it gives us the skills and knowledge we will need to continue in our chosen path in life. Therefore, shouldn’t we have a say in what we learn, the resources we have access to and the policies and procedures of the university? Yes, we should. So while the UniLife Representatives look after our social experience, have you ever thought about getting involved in your ACADEMIC experience? How, you ask? Through student representation of course! SRC Reps are not a thing restricted to primary school. There is the opportunity to become a Student Representative right here at UniSA! Throughout the university there exists a number of Boards, such as the UniSA College Board, the individual School Boards, the individual Divisional Boards, the College Academic Committee and many more. Each of these boards or committees have one or more spaces on them for student representatives – which means you get the chance to have a say on many important issues. Student reps can help in a number of ways: - Discuss proposals for changes in university policy and procedure - Review proposals for new programs or courses
- Recommend on the awarding of scholarships - Advise on requirements for staff, financial and physical resources to support the schools activities. You can see from above that there are a number of ways that a student representative can help create a better academic experience for themselves and the students they represent – after all, it is much less intimidating for other students to approach their student rep than a college administrator they don’t know. And the above is by no means an exhaustive list of activities. UniSA is constantly looking for feedback from their students, to know whether or not they are doing a good job, or need to improve. Things like student surveys can find out the general consensus, however, as UniLife Voice Coordinator Marieke de Graaf says: “You need someone to be part of discussions and argue why and how to really understand the opinion of the student body. A lot of issues would probably never it to the board meeting either if it wasn’t for student representatives.” To get involved as a rep, all you have to do is follow a few easy steps: 1. Log on to www.UniLife.edu.au and go to the Student Representation tab. Click the last option on the menu, STUDENT REPRESENTATIVES NEEDED! 2. You will find a list of all the current Boards, Committees and Working Groups that need student representatives. 3. In the case of specific School Boards, if your school is NOT listed on the page, you will need to contact Marieke DeGaff, the UniLife Voice Coordinator (unilife.voice@ unisa.edu.au). There is a chance that your school may still have a free space on their board. No harm in checking! 4. If you find a Student Representative position listed on the page which you think you would be suitable for, the contact details for the person you need to contact for more information is listed underneath. For Student Representation enquiries contact Marieke de Graaf: unilife.voice@unisa.edu.au
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Movies Coming Out Final Destination 5, The Change Up, Fright Night, The Smurfs, Lion King 3D and Crazy Stupid Love.
Upcoming Gigs Andy Bull @ Jive, Leader Cheetah @ Fowlers, Trial Kennedy @ Fowlers.
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What was it that made you want to study design/photography? Maybe riding BMX when I was younger and looking through magazines. That later progressed to me needing to earn a living, so I looked at the people who made the magazines. How would you describe your style? I feel pretty unqualified to answer this question due to my stuff being pretty boring. I guess I just like to convey ideas and principles in the simplest way possible. When there’s minimal elements on a page there’s less chances you’ve screwed things up. What is your favourite piece of work you have created? Probably my BMX photos, they have been printed in magazines. You can’t imagine how much time and effort goes into capturing 1/1000th of a second. Opening up an issue with your mate and both being stoked on the final result is such a rewarding feeling. You’re stoked, the rider is stoked, their sponsors are stoked, and my mum and dad are stoked. I hear you have a new website in the making, can you tell us a bit about that? Cast and Crew is an outlet for me and some close friends to show the stuff we do on a day to day basis. I guess you could call it an online ‘zine. I ran one for a couple of years previous to this so hopefully that helps. Check it! www.castandcrew.cc Who is inspires/influences your work? Probably dudes like Müller-Brockmann or Vignelli. Maybe not for their work necessarily but their design ethics are something I try to emulate. Tell us a bit about your publication ‘From Pencil to Print’ I saw a gap in the market where students weren’t being prepared for the print industry as well as they should be. So I made a little booklet that kids can buy for a few bucks and it is full of useful stuff that will save them money and heartache when printing work.
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Where do you see your career heading after finishing your degree? Who knows? I heard back from a studio in Texas this morning so I’ll probably head there in 6 months or so. I just want to find a job somewhere that challenges me and allows me to work with passionate people on projects that mean something to me.
Any advice to other aspiring designers/photographers? Work hard. Respect your lecturers’ opinion, don’t necessarily trust it. Lie, cheat, steal. Delete your Tumblr and start making your own stuff. Don’t try to emulate film on digital, if you want that look just shoot film. Be proactive within your industry. Exploit everything at your disposal. Be overly critical of your work. www.benmcpherson.me
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dob a mate My friend the photographer ROSYN MURPHY Graphic design is plastered on almost everything these days, from that tag on the jacket you just bought, to the sticker on your apple and even the bottle cap on your beer. Ben McPherson is an up and coming graphic designer and photographer. He will soon be out in the working world developing his unique style. Ben gave us a little peek into his work and degree. What degree are you studying at UniSA and what are you specialising in? Bachelor in Visual Communication, Graphic Design. What has been the hardest part of your degree so far? Relearning how to visualise ideas. I’m not very creative so I tend to steal everyone else’s ideas. It’s pretty hard to do something original, so you have to be strict on yourself.
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“In terms of researching and writing stories, while this was all done by me at the start, there is now a team of contributors who research and write articles. “I’m excited to be the one setting the agenda though in terms of who we interview and what we shoot, but the girls have some brilliant ideas too.” The Urban Silhouette is on the rise. In fact, Lauren was invited to over 20 shows at this year’s Rosemount Australian Fashion Week held in Sydney.
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“I’m really excited about all of them, but I’ve heard so much about Friend of Mine that I’m especially pumped for that show!,” Lauren says. “I’m also looking forward to the Next Gen show and the Fashion Design Studio (TAFE) parade since these designers represent the future of the industry.” Lauren is optimistic about the future of fashion in Adelaide. “The future of Adelaide fashion is bright. We’re seeing more and more great Australian designers moving in to precincts like Rundle Street. At the same time it’s important to support up and coming designers like our TAFE graduates - these people represent the future of the industry and have some fabulous, inventive and fresh ideas.” Lauren remains ambitious and is keeping an eye on the future. “My dream job would definitely be to work at a magazine of Marie Claire’s calibre, but I’m realistic about this ambition and I know that the reality of an editorial environment is very different to how it might seem from the outside,” Lauren says. For now, Lauren loves having a site she can call her own. “I love having my own website because it means I have total editorial and directional control, something I’ve never had before! “There are infinite possibilities when it comes to photo shoots and I’m enjoying being able to write in my own style and act as a bit of a mentor.” With a political and fashion career all on the go, you wonder when Lauren has time to even shop? But that’s exactly how she likes it. Always on the go, yet perfectly balanced. Check out Australia’s best new designers and models plus reviews from Rosemount Australian Fashion Week on Laurens brand new website: http://www.theurbansilhouette.com/
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My friend the fashionable activist NARISSA MOELLER Politics and Fashion. They’re two words you probably never thought you would hear in the same sentence. Media advising with the SA Greens by day, and fashion writing at night is an ordinary day in the life of Lauren Zwaans, who knows exactly how to balance the two starkly different interests. “It sounds hard, but if you’re passionate about something then it’s good fun too,” Lauren says.
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The Urban Silhouette showcases some of the best up and coming local and national designers, models and boutiques.
“Experience really is key and the fastpaced news environment definitely taught me how to churn out work with speed and clarity,” Lauren says.
“When it comes to fashion, I think all those years working in retail while at university definitely paid off and gave me a bit of an eye for styling. Though it’s definitely a skill I am still developing and I value and draw on the experience of designers wherever possible,” she says.
With an impressive resume that consists of working as a journalist for The Advertiser and Sunday Mail as well as freelancing for fashion publications including Melbourne’s Fashion Journal, it was only a matter of time before Lauren stepped out onto her own fancy runway.
Adelaide born Lauren, who holds a Bachelor of International Studies majoring in Politics and a Masters in Journalism, is excited about pursuing her own passions for fashion writing and styling through her new site, The Urban Silhouette.
Lauren came up with a name and concept for her site that would focused on contemporary fashion conscious women. “I wanted something that resonated with women, sounded feminine yet contemporary and also gave some indication that the site was about fashion,” Lauren says.
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This was the first time I’ve ever travelled alone and I was a bit nervous about going to a foreign country on my own. I started my
If you’re sick of winter then Fiji is the place for you! The best time to visit these beautiful islands is between the months of March and November (so right now!) as the weather is dry and temperature ranges between 26°C to 30°C. Often referred to as “the crossroads of the Pacific”, Fiji is the ultimate tropical paradise with its white sandy beaches, crystal blue waters and amazing weather. It is the perfect place to kick back and relax, or to have the adventure of a lifetime.
As an exchange student from Canada I was naïve to believe that Australia was hot and sunny all year round. I was shocked to experience the cold and the rain – the two things I hoped to escape when I came to Adelaide! So when winter set in I decided to swap my coats for bikinis and sunnies and booked tickets to Fiji for a short beach vacation.
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Introducing the Tropical Paradise of Fiji!
My only regret with Fiji was that I only stayed 5 days. If you’re planning to go, be sure to make it a 7-14 day trip. Many tourists I met bought week long island passes which include ferries to a number
If you love to party, you NEED to go to Beachcomber Island! Considered the Cancun of Fiji, ferries to Beachcomber depart Port Denarau (20 minutes from Nadi) a few times a day and it takes about 45 minutes to get to the tiny party island. During the day it’s a great place to soak up the sun and get a tan, snorkel or scuba dive, play some beach volleyball, partake in water sports such as jet skiing, kayaking and paragliding, or just get your drink on. At night, the party scene is raging and is sure to be an unforgettable night! Most people stay 1 or 2 nights and then move on to the next island.
Food in Fiji is delicious and cheap! If you’re not adventurous with your food, western restaurants can be found everywhere. There is also a large population of Indian people who live in Fiji and as a result a lot of Indian cuisine can be enjoyed. You can get a huge curry meal with rice, soup and roti for about $3 Australian!
The Sri Siva Subramaniya Temple, located in downtown Nadi, must be one of the most unique pieces of architecture I have ever seen. This Hindu temple is the largest in the southern hemisphere and reflects an architectural style that is rarely seen outside India. Vibrant colours cover the exterior and interior and the paintings are exquisite! When visiting, shoes are considered disrespectful and are not allowed inside the temple so don’t forget to take them off like I did!
Jewellery, knickknacks and cool souvenirs are my weakness so when I visited the markets in Nadi the damage was definitely done. You can get a pair of pearl earrings, coral and shell necklaces, hand-made hemp anklets, a variety of handicrafts and more for a few dollars. Be sure to bargain though because if you don’t you will be ripped off!
Next, in the same area, some mates I met at the hostel and I decided to do a mud bath! Who knew getting dirty was so fun? We got to cake ourselves in mud, lay out in the sun to dry and then relax and wash up in a natural hot spring which felt amazing! Best part is your skin comes out feeling silky smooth.
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On my first day in the country I decided to explore Nadi and see everything it had to offer. The first stop was the Garden of the Sleeping Giant which sits at the foothills of the Nausori Highlands. It is here where you can find attractive landscaped gardens that specialize in Fiji’s native plants and it houses a beautiful collection of orchids.
I was glad I stayed at a hostel because I ended up meeting and making a ton of new friends from all around the world. If hostels aren’t your scene, there are a large selections of beach resorts in Fiji to choose from as well, most of which are on Denarau Island, a short drive away from Nadi.
holiday in Nadi which is on the Viti Levu Island. I stayed at a hostel called Nadi Bay Resort which was about10 minutes away from the airport. One thing I learned very quickly is that Fijians are extremely friendly as I was welcomed with “bula” (Fijian word for hello and welcome) everywhere I went.
of islands, accommodation and meals. The most popular group of islands are the Mamanuca and Yasawa which arc north like a stingray’s tail from the body of Viti Levu and offer amazing scenery, breathtaking coral reefs and beautiful beaches.
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But during Apartheid they were relocated to Padstow, a village established to house thousands of displaced people, in an area that remains one of the poorest in South Africa.
The Walking Stick for Life LAUREN WALDHUTER Theresa Kaotsane will never forget the day she and her family were forced into trucks and taken out to the Kalahari Desert. It’s 1977, and thanks to the Apartheid Regime millions of black South Africans are being forcibly removed from their homes, from areas the government believed they didn’t belong in, and being dumped in the desert to start a new life. “I was 15 years old” Theresa, now a preschool teacher, tells me as we sit together in her classroom. “(We were) loaded onto backs of trucks with belongings... they told you, you are going very far away”. From 1960 to 1983 the South African government carried out these removals, forcing 3.5 million black South Africans from their homes, as part of the Apartheid regime. It was one of the largest mass removals of people in modern history. “We were given a small tin shed for the whole family to sleep there with our belongings. After some time they were taken away. We had to build our own, they had to take those tin houses and we had to build our own.
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“I was confused and you know, as a minor you don’t think clearly, you just listen to what your parents tell you and what the government tells you. You were just so excited to climb over the trucks you don’t realise.” “Later we realised, this place is no good. My parents thought we were abused.” The long term effects of these removals have been devastating for the communities affected. Many people remain trapped in a cycle of poverty as the areas they now reside in have very little educational and employment opportunities. Theresa has been one of the lucky ones. Her parents were able to run a shop in the village, making just enough money to send Theresa to school. She has been able to train as a pre-school teacher and is now responsible for running the ‘Lore Lwa Baha Pre School’ which has one class containing 63 children, aged from 1 and a half years old to 6. “They make me so happy” Theresa says, referring to her students, “Lore Lwa Baha means walking stick, because education is the walking stick for life.” Theresa’s face lights up as she speaks about her class. She has taken on the responsibility of educating a new generation of South Africans, determined to change the lives of those living in Padstow, and in the surrounding communities. But before I can hear more, our interview is cut short. It’s breakfast time and she begins to help serve breakfast to her students. I watch as she goes about her work, caring for the children in the same way I’d imagine she’d care for her own. And as I watch I realise our interview may be over, but this picture speaks a thousand words.
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the way they wanted it and they didn’t have to be in someone else’s body. Of course, now it is so obvious how I felt, that I was so dysphoric about this gender I was given. At the time, I was just some weird girl who cried over not being a gay boy. The Internet has been instrumental in my discovery. The Internet was where I went to find out things about transgender and get definitions. At the beginning I was really curious about surgery so I researched that and found out about all these excellent things, like binders and packers, which I may one day use. I prefer the term ‘gender queer’ because it is vague. A lot of people still don’t understand what transgender is, so gender queer is quite self-explanatory. It means to be outside the gender binary. I told my friends I was gender queer through Myspace. I didn’t really see people after I left school, so I thought it was the best way to tell them. Plus, I didn’t have to face them. I told my sister about a year afterwards. She was cool about it. It took me ages to tell my mum. She was understanding and can be quite offensive about it! But in a well-meaning way. After I realized, I did change a few things. I actually dress more femininely than I used to. I’m not entirely sure why I do it, but I love what people would call ‘girly’ things. I still enjoy wearing dresses and tights and makeup. I am quite a feminine and flamboyant boy. Dating doesn’t really happen. Usually they don’t really understand me. One guy thought it was a sort of fetish thing. He started telling me about he was into kinky porn and I was like: “That’s great! But I am not kinky porn.” I am just a person. I am really rather ordinary. There is a lot about gay and lesbian rights in the media, but not enough people understand transgender issues. The phrase ‘LGBT’- the T for transgender is sort of stuck on the end. When people use the term, they are usually commenting on sexuality rather than gender variants. www.unilifemagazine.com.au
Sometimes, I feel overlooked. Sometimes, I notice it is getting better.
There needs to be more coverage of gender. I didn’t think a femalebodied person could want to be a man until I was sixteen because I didn’t know there was such a thing. I had only ever heard of men becoming women. I think I would have cottoned on a lot sooner and saved myself a lot of grief if I just knew more.
I am gender queer, but it isn’t my life. It is like one might say, “I have brown hair”. You wouldn’t live your life defined by your brown hair. And if you wanted to change it one day, that’s fine; no one has the right to tell you not to. It is an incidental part of my life that shouldn’t define me.
I like the name Indigo. If I was born a boy, my mum would have called me Indigo. I’d like to change my name eventually and if I do Indigo will probably be in there somewhere. I don’t think I’ll get married but if I do find someone I adore that much, maybe we’ll have a nice little ceremony; maybe something pagan. I want to live my life doing things I like.
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feature A conversation with: Indigo Jones AS TOLD TO SIAN CAIN I was sixteen when I first realized I wanted to be a boy. It was one of the reasons I dropped out of school. You could blame J.K Rowling. After I read the Harry Potter books for the first time, I was really envious of these fantastic boys in these adorable storylines. Then I looked back on my childhood and I realized that a lot of things added up. When I was a child I would catch myself doing little things, such as standing or sitting with my legs far apart. I would scold myself, saying “No! That’s not how a girl acts, that’s how boys act” and I’d try to change. But it was always just acting. When I started high school, the confusion got a lot worse. I was really into the band Placebo and the lead singer Brian Malko. I would stay up crying all night because there was something about Malko that I had this affinity with. I’d sit up all hours, pretending to be asleep, with Queer As Folk on with the sound down. I felt so envious. I’d get upset because these men were living the lives I wanted to live- not all the clubs and sex- but they were just living
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SWAP HATE WITH LOVE The more you talk yourself down the more you bully yourself. And no one likes a bully. The first step is to change the language you use. Instead of saying ‘I hate the way I look in this top’, say ‘I love the way I feel in this skirt.’ And when you find yourself admiring your expensive pair of silver, sparkly pumps, steer that feeling of awe towards yourself; you are more important. It is also vital to stop focusing on your body and instead focus on your mind and soul. If you are feeling down, try keeping a journal where you write several things you like about yourself. By the time you’re done, you’ll feel 100% better, guaranteed! LOVE YOURSELF AND YOUR MEIC Find clothes and accessories that make you happy and that complement your figure. There are a number of stores that sell a variety of clothes that are made for different body types. To love yourself in your MEICs it is important to establish the types of clothes that best suit your figure. It is essential for women to feel positive in their skin as nothing is worse than going out and feeling miserable about your hair or outfit. It will spoil your day and your mood. It takes time to completely love yourself for who you are. But we need to start somewhere. Find your inner confidence and love by applying my suggestions in your daily routine. Nothing screams confidence more than a lady who wears her clothes, instead of her clothes wearing her! *Most Expensive Item of Clothing
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How To: Love yourself the same way you love your MEIC* ANASTASIA VENTO We all have a favourite pair of shoes or dress sitting in our wardrobes. We would never do anything to harm them. But why is it that we love our accessories more than we love ourselves? Why do we care for our possessions more than our wellbeing? While I sat helplessly in my room, sipping on creamy hot chocolate, I gazed at my wardrobe and couldn’t help but feel a warm sensation. It wasn’t my hot chocolate; I was in awe of my wardrobe. I loved all my garments that hung delicately on soft, pink hangers. Suddenly, my thoughts turned into questions of fear. Do I love my garments more than I love myself? Are we more passionate about our clothes than we are of ourselves? This is nothing but a major wakeup call! Something desperately needs to be done.
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I decided to do a little research. I needed to learn more about body image and how it can affect women. While I did my research, several questions floated in my mind: what are people saying about body image and inner confidence? Am I the only one who is affected by negative thoughts regarding my image? I scanned a number of websites and flicked through a variety of magazines. I needed to find something. I needed to find anything related to body image. Suddenly, my heart bounced in my chest and my eyes widened when I read the title of a magazine article: “Cosmo’s say no to fat talk.” Perfect. I’d hit the jackpot.
With the help of Cosmopolitan magazine, I came up with a few handy tips that explain how to feel better about ourselves and, most importantly, how to love ourselves. I instantly felt excited to share these tips with my female readers. It’s time to ditch the fat talk and instead love ourselves the same way we love our MEICs! DEVELOP A NEW ATTITUDE To love ourselves the same way we love our MEICs we need to develop a new attitude. You know how the saying goes: Treat others the way you want to be treated. Well, treat yourself the same way you treat your clothes! Show yourself some love and care. Love yourself the same way you love your garments. Admire yourself by noticing your beautiful traits; it could be your personality, or your lovely long hair. It may be your big hazel eyes or your confidence. Acknowledge your beauty and show it through the clothes you wear! It’s a brilliant match! You’ll love yourself and your MEICs!
The Game: Roller Derby kicked off here in Adelaide in 2007, when Barrelhouse Betty of the Mile Die Club moved here from Melbourne. I was working at T-Chirt City at the time and BB would come in with a couple of the other girls sometimes and tell us (Shantel and myself) about the league, while we made up t-shirts for the two teams. The Salty Dolls and The Mile Die Club were the two teams at the time.
A lot has been written about this fast growing sport/entertainment. But it seems there are still way too many people wandering around Adelaide’s fair campus’s and streets without any idea that when Autumn/Winter rolls around, Roller Derby fever takes hold at the Adelaide Show Grounds...So, with a little bit of help from my friends, I am here to brief you on the facts of the game, liberate you once and for all from the wastelands of Derby Cluelessness and also throw in some pointers on how the experience could be enhanced.
The girls. The fans. The teams: The Salty Dolls, Mile Die Club, The Wild Hearses, The Road Train Rollers...
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Derby, Live Music and You
Live local music takes place at the beginning and during half time and there has been an effort of late to match the band with the dynamics of the sport – using more rockabilly bands in order to match with the carnival family friendly type atmosphere. In the early days there was
Pop Culture: Delving deeply into the rich sauce of pop culture, the girls are encouraged to create alter RD egos in order to continue with the edgy, fun element of the roller derby experience – these names reflect the girls image – in that you might expect “Grimy Knickers” to play a little dirty, while “Psycho Fox” is fast, smart and a little bit mad.
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RD falls into the category of Sports Entertainment, which is traditionally a very much a male dominated area. But Roller Derby equalises the playing field by capitalising on the speed of the sport and using the girls’ alter egos and commentators, in the similar fashion as WWE wrestling – giving women the opportunity to compete in a contact sport with brash, assertive over the top female characters which appeals to just as many men as women.
History: Roller Derby began in Texas during the Great Depression in 1935. The fast sport and theatrics of the girls helped lift people out of the hardships of their daily lives. Growing in popularity through the 1940s and 50s, it became for scripted and staged, attracting 1000s of spectators across the country and TV coverage. Towards the late 1970s its popularity started to wane and by the early 80s it was almost dead. Jump forward to 2001, the twin towers and the instability of the world, Roller Derby began to re-emerge from the ashes of despair, focussing on athleticism, community, sisterhood and sassiness. There are now leagues all over the world, with 20 in Australia alone. It is the fastest growing female focussed amateur contact sport in the world.
The rules are pretty simple, despite the deceptively complicated jargon – such as jammers, blockers, grand slam. The game has two 30 minute halves and takes place on a circuit track. Two skating teams, with five players from each on the track at a time, race against each other to score points. Each team has a jammer and four blockers. The jammers are the scorers. The blockers either block the opposing jammer, trying to stop her from getting through the pack (the formation the teams skate in) and scoring points, or try to help their own jammer get through the pack in order to score points. The lead blocker shouts instructions to her team members. The blockers are identified by wearing stripes on their helmets, the jammers helmet has a star. The team with the most points at the end of the 60 minute bout wins.
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Shantel Thyer and David John Williams contributed heartily to this article.
My fave Roller Derby fans (and good friends), Shantel and David agree that live local music adds another exciting element, furthing that creative, edgy feel in a sort of commercial wrestling (WWE) type way... only instead of big muscular men beating each other with garbage cans and challenging each other to death matches in cages, it’s girls skating around in a circle. The girls personalities come out via their alter egos (printed on their t-shirts), their style of playing the game and perpetrated by the commentators whipping the spectators up with their comments . Personally, I think spiking it up a little with a splash of danger couldn’t hurt the game. If each girl (or at least the higher profile girls) had a theme song penned by local musicians which was played whenever she scored a grand slam (the score awarded for lapping the entire pack including the opposing jammer) I believe it would make the grand slams HELL more exciting. The fans would totally be whipped up into a cheering/baying frenzy for their girl/against the opposing girl, the songs could be released by the Derby on a cd, the fans would buy this album because they’d need to be familiar with their girls theme song and the local musicians would score new fans or at least be recognised for their particular song. Each Roller Derby Team could have a song penned by a local musician. The winner’s song could be played at the end of each bout. Maybe the musicians could even have a go at commentating the derby! Relaxing dangerous fun! Win Win Win!!
some experimentation with punky bands and those bad boys leaning more towards the metal side of rock. Shantel felt that because Derby was so fast and aggressive people didn’t want music reflecting that. The music she enjoys more tends to be of the laid back or groovy variety. “It relaxes the atmosphere. It makes a nice contrasting element to the bouts. I love Lucky Seven Swing and Sweet Baby James.” she said.
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New Australian writer, Elizabeth Holdsworth, brings readers a story told from the perspective of Juliana Stolburg, the last of an aristocratic Dutch family bankrupted by the Second World War. At the end of her career and following a broken marriage, Juliana recalls the events that led her family to move to Australia when she was younger. Rich with historical detail of the Nazi influence on the war, this novel is devastating and deeply emotional. Holdsworth provides an intriguing story, illustrating post-war life for her all those who came after.
The ‘monsters’ have been patiently awaiting Lady Gaga’s third album, ‘Born This Way’. The highly anticipated new album is nothing like you have ever heard before. The only way that it can be described is ‘Gaga-esque’. It is extremely creative and highly artsy. She has darker tones, themes and a less ‘pop’ vibe to the album. It incorporates a mix of themes with strong religious undertones. It is now clear that we have come to expect the unexpected from Ms Gaga. This album is an eclectic mish-mash of genres, songs and lyrics. Super 8 By Melissa Bermingham
X-Men: First Class By Claire Moreton
From the moment Super 8 begins you know you are in for a treat. Abrams starts the movie in a dramatic style that instantly engages the audience. The plot behind Super 8 is not ground-breaking but it doesn’t need to be. Its beauty is in the art of the storytelling. The young actors performed beyond their years and throughout the film create relationships which show true depth. Abrams has a unique gift for storytelling; with every detail purposefully placed. Super 8 is a genuinely enjoyable movie.
A prequel to all the previous X-Men films, First Class is generally an exciting and fast-paced action romp. If you like X-Men, you will like this film because it is quite excellent in its execution. If you don’t like X-Men, but you like watching wildly attractive actors on the big screen, you will like this film. It delivers a delicious mix of talented babes, led by James McAvoy and Michael Fassbender, mutating like it’s 1962; which is when the film is set. This is emphasised by McAvoy’s amusing use of the word ‘groovy’.
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Those Who Come After Author: Elizabeth Holdsworth By Sarah Henson
The Spellman Files Author: Lisa Lutz By Laura Pietrobon
Along Came A Spider Author: James Patterson By Melissa Norris
The Spellman Files is the first in a series of four (READ THEM ALL) and introduces us to the hilarious but dysfunctional Izzy Spellman and her family, who run their own private detective agency. To be a Spellman is to be able to spy on, blackmail and trail your own family. After Izzy’s parents hire her 14 year old sister to find out the identity of her new boyfriend, Izzy decides that she’s had enough of the family business. But are they ready to let her go? I wish I knew the Spellmans. They are definitely the sort of family you’d want to have over for dinner. Warning - do not read this in public if you are embarrassed about laughing loudly on your own.
Along Came A Spider is a classic crime novel about a likeable, hard-worn detective searching for the kidnapper of two missing children. The story is largely told through the eyes of detective Alex Cross, whose first person voice becomes a natural and comforting buffer against the gruesome works of an edgy, psychopathic kidnapper with an exceedingly high IQ. It’s a thrilling read that provides a deeply engaging window into the criminal mind with twists that will leave you guessing beyond the final page.
Dome+ Artist: Seekae By Stef Van Gerven
Endgame Artist: Rise Against The Machine By David Balfour
Sydney’s Seekae are one of Australia’s finest electronic acts. Heralding comparisons to Boards of Canada and Four Tet they are champions for ambience. Dome+ is a leap forward from their first release, The Sound of Trees Falling on People. The second release focuses on a more industrial sound, backing away from the ethereal soundscapes that made the debut so beautiful. While Dome+ is different, it shows the diversity of this genre and the catalogue of sound Seekae are producing now and will in the future.
Rise Against’s newest album sees them continue their attempts to appeal to a mainstream audience by infusing melodic hardcore with pop punk sing-alongs. They steadfastly follow the dominant trends in modern melodic hardcore, with every song featuring a soaring sing-along chorus with clean vocal harmonies, contrasted with more aggressive, rhythm-based verses. Endgame is a polished, satisfyingly consistent album. Sure it’s a one trick pony, but that one trick is usually pretty catchy and well made. If you’re in the mood for melodic, anthem rock music you can’t go wrong with Endgame.
Oranges and Sunshine By Lucy Ahern Between 1930 and 1970, 130,000 British children were removed from government institutions, promised a life with beaches and fruit trees in Australia, and instead arrived to a future of hard labour and abuse. Oranges and Sunshine follows British social worker Margaret Humphries as she battles against government, death threats and herself to help Australian men and women uncover their true identities. Emily Watson stars alongside an exceptional Australian cast, lifting the lid on the government’s organised deportation of minors. The movie is a fitting homage to the strength of character and positive outlook of these Australians and of Humphries herself. Issue 5 - August 2011
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KARA JOHNSON Ever sit at home on the couch craving the sugary goodness of all things unhealthy? Well the good news is in for junk food addicts; scientists are constantly discovering the health benefits of foods that were once considered unhealthy, or in the “eat in moderation” category. 1. Chocolate. That’s right! You can now indulge in chocolate knowing there are benefits! The one downfall is that this category only includes dark chocolate. Dark chocolate is extremely high in antioxidants, which help fight aging and heart disease. So crack open your block and read on! 2. Red Wine. We all know most uni students don’t mind a bit of a tipple; whether tackling assignments or on the weekend. Well if you like red wine, you can enjoy a 1-2 glasses a day without feeling the guilt. Red wine has been linked to lowering the risk of cancer, diabetes, heart disease, and strokes. Obviously going above the 1-2 glasses a day can have negative effects, so don’t go too crazy!
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3. Cheese. Red wine and cheese are the perfect combination and now you can enjoy your dairy without the worry of eating too much fat. While cheese is a fatty food it is also packed with protein, both of these combined means that you will stay fuller for longer, not to mention getting your daily intake of calcium!
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4. Coffee. I know that personally the majority of my assignments would not get done if it wasn’t for coffee keeping my brain alert. Coffee beans are high in antioxidants, amino acids, vitamins and minerals, so if you regularly drink coffee you will be happy to know it has been shown to reduce the risk of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. The benefits are best reaped if you opt for espresso over that grande vanilla latte.
“Red wine [lowers] the risk of cancer, diabetes, heart disease and strokes.” 5. Walnuts. If you are looking for a little snack between lectures or tutes take some walnuts with you. Sometimes we hear mixed things about eating nuts, so here are the benefits – by eating as little as seven walnuts a day (around 30 grams) you can reduce your risk of heart disease. They also lower cholesterol, and are high in omega-3 fatty acids (the good kind of fat). Still remember to eat them in moderation, as nuts are still quite high in calories So next time you’re raiding the fridge or reaching for that bag of chips, remember that there are some ‘naughty’ treats you can enjoy while keeping healthy!
Opening Night & Judging: Wednesday 19th of October Exhibition: Wed19th - Fri 21st of October 2011 Venue: UniSA Student Lounge, City West 58-60 North Tce ENTER ONLINE www.aaca.net.au/ncap - Registrations open now!
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Illumination. UniSA’s research degree information evening. Discover the experience. Experience the discovery.
Do you enjoy a challenge, taking initiative and working with a high degree of independence? Are you thinking about your future beyond your current degree or your next career step? If you answered yes, then a research degree could be for you. Join us at our information evening for information and interactive sessions tailored to answer your questions. Discover: > Where a research degree could take you > Research degrees in your area of interest > Scholarships on offer to support your study > The research degree experiences of our world-class researchers and students.
5-8pm, Monday 1 August, Hawke Building, North Terrace, City West campus. For the full evening’s program and to register your attendance, visit unisa.edu.au/illumination We look forward to seeing you there.
“Doing a research degree in the field of augmented reality research has given me the chance to work on an interesting project and do some real research. I probably wouldn’t have been able to do the type of work I’m doing now if I got a job straight after finishing my undergraduate degree.” Michael Marner, PhD student and Australian Postgraduate Award recipient
You’ve just recently defeated Voldemort a great enemy or nemesis. All your hard work and worries have finally paid off. Time to take it easy! Have a well deserved break this month, book yourself in for a massage or a facial or just a lazy day. You will reap in the benefits, and be ready to begin the new month with lots of energy!
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It may seem like a good idea, but trust me. It is going to end awkwardly.
You have to accentuate the positive, eliminate the negative and latch on to the affirmative this study period!
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Winter is here, and although you think the rainy weather may be getting you down, don’t for a second let it make you miss a great opportunity!
Hark, what light through yonder window breaks? Oh, that is just the glare from the stunning ROMANCE which is heading your way!
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Been bitten by the travel bug? This month is the month to start planning your trip! Especially if it is to an exotic and warm location…
The start of the study period is going to be easy, breezy, beautiful and fun. But don’t let your guard down! Make sure you stay on top of things!
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Nothing been going your way lately? It’s only just out of reach! Down the block, on a beach, under a tree. I got a feeling there’s a miracle due!
Take charge of every opportunity coming your way! Now is the time to break out of your shell and really shine! Believe in yourself!
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Your opinion will be heavily sought after this month.You have the ability to give good and wise decisions. Don’t second guess yourself!
aquarius A new study period is awaiting you! Don’t forget to make those new study period promises – you will have renewed energy to fulfil them!
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It’s going to be a busy study period, so make sure you appreciate the small things in life. Yes, this does include younger siblings. By Morbidda Destiny, with assistance by Stephen Sondheim and Johnny Mercer. Illustrations by 1000 Cats.
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1. What did the three editors choose as their magic/super powers in the editors blog on the UniLife Magazine website? 2. There are seven capital letters of the alphabet which, when flipped upside down, can still be read correctly. What are they? 3. Which lazy animal spends most of its time upside down, even when eating, sleeping, mating and giving birth? 4. Which of the Horoscopes in this month’s issue are based on song lyrics?
5. Topsy Turvy is a film about which famous operatic duo? 6. Who are the UniLife Advocates? 7. Which Disney animated classic features a song called Topsy Turvy? 8. What is the Guinness World Record for the longest handstand on a snowskate board? 9. How many pages of the UniLife Magazine did you have to read upside down? 10. The picture below shows a young couple, but when turned upside down it shows a ....?
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MEDIUM. #9976.
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next issue: Next Issue: Secrets of Adelaide! Release: Monday 22nd of August So ladies and gentlemen, THIS IS IT. Our next issue will be all our highly anticipated Secret of Adelaide issue! Lovingly collated by your Editorial Team, our contributors have gone out of their way to find the hidden gems of our home city. And here you were thinking there were none! Next issue, we will have 100 Secrets of Adelaide, from the best places to eat, to drink, to see a band, to dance, to sing, to buy clothes from, to wander aimlessly in, to have a romantic moment in, AND MUCH, MUCH MORE! It is an issue that has been born of blood, sweat and tears, and we hope you are as excited to read it as we are about bringing it to you! Think you know a couple of secrets of Adelaide that wouldn’t have found their way to us? We are always looking for more contributors, photographers or illustrators to join our team! Drop us a line at unilife.magazine@unisa.edu.au to share your ideas with us! So, don’t forget to pick up a copy so you too will know what everyone is talking about! Excuse us, as we get back to sniffing out the secrets of Adelaide for your own enjoyment.
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