MUSA partners with Just Zilch to provide nutritious food for Manawatū campus
Studying, Covid-19, and the outrageous cost of living. This is just a short list of hardships students across the country have to constantly juggle. An additional struggle that students juggle, but never should, is access to healthy food.
The fight to end sexual violence isn’t over as nightlife reopens
Town has reopened and, with this, the chapter on safety when out and about in our city needs to be revisited.
Massey Veterinary School gets an upgrade
The new building comes as part of a ten-year, $160 million capital project and is expected to reach its completion by 2024.
Creative Media Production changes leave students confused and concerned
Massey University's Creative Media Production (CMP) degree is set to be completely reworked. But, for students already enrolled in the degree these changes feel like another roadblock in their education.
Drink spiking prevention cast aside as bars focus on other issues
The drugs known as ‘date rape drugs’ are often dangerous and mind-altering. Brands like Nightcap, StopTopps, Spikeys, and Undercover Colours make anti-drink spiking products like reusable or disposable cup covers and drink testers.
Experience: Losing a friend to a drug overdose
CW: Drug abuse
She expected to spend her weekend hanging out and partying with friends she hadn’t seen for a while, not to lose one.
Massey falling behind in drug testing
Otago and Victoria University have started taking initiative and running the same drug checking stations on campus, at certain times of the year, and many Massey students feel that their university needs to take the same step.
Bizarre new fad favours cigarettes over vaping
Addiction isn’t a straight line and trying to quit a daily habit is an extremely difficult task.
Johnny Depp trial-turned-TV show leaves him a winner already
The trial-turned-TV show is what will leave Johnny a winner, being transparent has gotten our attention and restored his reputation. But we may need to take a step back from the illusion that this is all fiction.
Student exchange provides relief for rising cases of ‘travel-bug’ virus
It begins with the jitters and a constant daydreaming of far away places, and quickly progresses into bag packing and flight booking. So far, the only known cure is travelling abroad.
Premila Morar: fashion superstar
Currently completing the final year of her Fashion Design degree, Premila has already made a big leap into the world of global fashion. Her most recent success is having her exquisite, handmade yellow jacket featured on the cover of Vogue India.
Wellington City Housing tenants Need Access to the Income Related Rent Subsidy (IRRS)
The Income Related Rent Subsidy (IRRS) is a government subsidy that caps tenants rent at 25% of their weekly household income, with the Government topping up the rest. While both Kāinga Ora residents and those within CHPs are eligible for the IRRS, Wellington City Council tenants do not receive this benefit and are required to pay 70% of market rent.
‘Shrink your focus’ when it comes to climate anxiety
Big questions like ‘will I be able to have kids?’ and ‘will I have a career?’ are causing climate anxiety for young people, after scientists warn we are heading towards an unlivable world.
I dare you to name one local councillor… bet you can’t.
If you’re young and live in Aotearoa, chances are you probably don’t know much about local government and it’s likely not your fault.
Netflix says thou shalt not share passwords
Sharing a Netflix account with your ex who doesn’t know you still use their password may not be so easy in a year’s time, when a password sharing fee is introduced.
Massey needs rainbow rooms!
For the most part, this statement runs true. Massey University is severely lacking in the ‘women and queer space’ department and could definitely do with an inclusivity boost if it wants to maintain that “diverse, supportive and active community” status the website claims it has.
Jake Law elected as ASA President
In his seventh year of studying (at various universities), Law brings a wealth of experience to the position and believes he can use this to restore Albany’s campus culture and remind students of the support ASA offers.
What do Massey students think about politics?
Like Wellington’s ongoing rivalry between Victoria and Massey University, Aotearoa’s Labour and National party have been battling it out recently as new National leader, Christopher Luxon, has overtaken Aunty Cindy in kiwi popularity.
Should public transport be free for students?
One of the challenges that continues to raise concerns for students are the ongoing issues with Wellington’s public transport system. It's no surprise that students have found themselves in situations where buses are late, trains are cancelled, or transport fees have been too expensive.
Life In Ukraine: ‘Four Weeks Ago, We Had A Normal Life. Now We Just Hope To Live Through The Day.’
As the sun set on the fourteenth day of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, I spoke to Iurii Kochubey – one of the few who have chosen to remain in Kharkiv despite it being besieged by Russian forces.