Category: Opinion

By Tim Bell  [Originally published in the February Issue, 18th of February 2026] Situated a 10-minute walk down Sir Fred Schonell drive, The Avalon Theatre currently houses the UQ drama program.   The building was purchased in 1962 by the University of Queensland to provide a cheap and accessible space for student theatre collectives to present and rehearse before drama was officially taught by the university.  One of the most prominent of these companies […]

[Originally published in the February Issue, 18th of February 2026] The history of Palestine is as ancient as the dawn of civilisation itself. Archaeological evidence reveals that this land was inhabited by prehistoric peoples, who left traces of their existence through artefacts and ruins. By the Bronze Age, the Canaanites emerged as the dominant culture, […]

[Originally published in the February Issue, 18th of February 2026] The Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions movement (BDS) is a global, Palestinian led campaign to end international support of Israeli apartheid and colonialism. Inspired by the South African apartheid struggle, BDS uses public pressure to demand justice. The Boycott campaign calls for individuals and community members […]

[Originally published in the February Issue, 18th of February 2026] As many may have already heard, UQ is introducing some changes to the parking system. This includes a new parking app, staff permit options, and updated parking rates. Here’s all you need to know about the changes occurring from February 2026.  The app that will […]

[Originally published in the February Issue, 18th of February 2026] When did colonisation begin? Is it a case of human nature and human expansion? Or is it a case of imperial nations forcing Indigenous communities to assimilate, while exploiting and stealing resources? Did it start in the ancient, medieval period with the Phoenicians, Babylonians, Persians, […]

[Originally published in the February Issue, 18th of February 2026] Whether it would be your grandma showing you a video of a Dog playing the Guitar, your Mum creating a Simpsons Calendar, or your little brother simulating Michael Jackson’s voice on a Kendrick Lamar song, there is no doubt that AI generated material has taken […]

By Carly Khaw  [Originally published in the February Issue, 18th of February 2026] Completing weeks of mandatory farm placements is one of the most daunting (and time consuming) tasks of your first few years while studying the Bachelor of Veterinary Science at UQ’s Gatton campus. From contacting many different properties, to organising accommodation and transport to the site, to showing up and internalising lots of information […]

[Originally published in the February Issue, 18th of February 2026] Misogyny and its patriarchal frameworks and belief systems predate capitalism, and as the world evolves and systems change these prejudices run the risk of becoming entrenched within these new systems. In an increasingly technological age, we are seeing artificial intelligence systems taking over the world, […]