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Marty Sheargold, Shame On You
It was a movement. Each city in Australia filled with yellow as the Women’s World Cup came to town. It was all the news talked about.
Skyla Clarke
Feb 284 min read
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Tall, Blonde and Handsome Dreams
Tall, blonde, and handsome. There he was. No, I had no idea what his name was. I didn’t even know who he was. All I knew is that he was...
Anonymous
Feb 147 min read
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A Review of Luke Combs' New Zealand Opening Night
You might remember the cover that put country music on the modern mainstream map—Tracy Chapman’s Fast Car sung by a big yee-haw man from...
Skyla Clarke
Jan 304 min read
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“I don't want to go back to what happened in Vegas”: Ferrari’s Feud and Friendship in Formula One
Qatar's press conference brings new light to Leclerc and Sainz's beef, even though it has forever seemed like they were actually 'besties'
Skyla Clarke
Nov 29, 20245 min read
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The Cost of Perfection
“When you turn 18, we can fly to Turkey to fix your nose.” my Mother would say whenever she saw my distorted nose.
Anonymous
Nov 15, 20245 min read
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America, do you copy?
America, do you copy? Nations are bleeding. Cities are drowning. What do you suggest we do? Over.
Milly McLaren
Nov 13, 20248 min read
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Chris Wood Makes Premier League History, But Who Else Represents Us in English Football?
The Hamilton homegrown has been the talk of the town over these past few months, but he isn’t the only New Zealander in England's top league
Skyla Clarke
Nov 11, 20244 min read
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Skyla’s Suggestions for Surviving Senioritis
I can almost taste the summer holidays, yet I am seemingly confined to my desk. That’s right, even though school is ‘officially over’ we...
Skyla Clarke
Oct 31, 20244 min read
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Animal Testing Should Be Banned Worldwide
Animal testing is a violation of animal rights...
Emilee Mehrtens
Oct 28, 20245 min read
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The Importance of Sleep
How many hours of sleep did you get last night? Was it enough? And how are you feeling today? Are you feeling tired?
Joie Lin
Oct 26, 20246 min read
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Take Flight For Me
Easen knows that the closest to flying he’ll get is when he’s playing with the violin outside.
Irene Chun
Oct 25, 202420 min read
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The Importance of Self-Confidence
Self confidence is a vital trait to have as it helps us gain a sense of preparedness for all life's experiences...
Emilee Mehrtens
Oct 24, 20245 min read
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Is It need or Is It Greed?
Card in hand, the opportunity cost weighs in my mind. Should I? Shant I? I really do want it but do I need it?
Elodie Bowman
Oct 22, 20246 min read
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Auckland FC Debut, But Where Is Their Women's Team?
The Wellington Phoenix only introduced their women's team in 2021, how long until Auckland is represented in the women's league?
Skyla Clarke
Oct 20, 20244 min read
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Barbies Found to Have a Negative Effect on Young Girls' Development
It’s no longer a question that young girls are growing up with unrealistic standards for themselves. But the worst part of this is that it’s
Hannah Levin
Oct 18, 20247 min read
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Autumn Morning Bliss
I feel weightless as I sway in the soft blue hammock. The breeze is gentle but still noticeable making my toes a bit chilly.
Lucy McMorran
Oct 10, 20242 min read
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A Girl's Guide to New York City
New York City is every girl’s dream. Well, it was mine at least.
Skyla Clarke
Oct 6, 20248 min read
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Australia’s Sweethearts: Why the NRL Should Stop Phasing out Their Cheerleaders
A mixture of technical dance ability, glamour and encouragement, cheerleaders are an essential part of game day entertainment in the NRL.
Skyla Clarke
Sep 30, 20244 min read
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You Need to Get Over Daniel Ricciardo
He’s not your ex boyfriend, I can promise you he’ll be just fine.
Skyla Clarke
Sep 28, 20245 min read
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“It’s my favourite thing ever, it really is”: One Teenager's Lust for Competitive Adventure
One and a half years ago, Lucy McMorran rode home from work using clipless bike pedals for the first time.
Skyla Clarke
Sep 27, 20242 min read
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