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Which Came First: The Woman Or The Monster?
Contributor Maryam Bokhari explores the trending phenomenon of ‘monstrous femininity’ and its cultural roots in the horror genre. Blood...
Aug 11, 2024


The Devil Wears Adidas
Fearless Editor-In-Chief Jasmine embodies the spirit of Sue Sylvester in this exclusive tell-all of the most iconic and sassy blonde on...
Aug 11, 2024
Silenced Suffering: The Harrowing Plight of Palestinian Women in the Shadows of Conflict
Izzah Adnan brings forth the challenges faced by Palestinian women during the harrowing conflict occurring in Gaza. Content Warning:...
Aug 11, 2024
Aaron Bushnell and His Political Act of Protest Against the War on Palestine
News Section Editor Zaynab Khuder recounts Aaron Bushnell’s act of protest in support of the cause to free Palestine and its people from...
Aug 11, 2024


NRL Kicks Off in Sin City
Editorial Assistant Beth Nicholls takes us for a ride as they recap the NRL’s debut in America and their predictions for games one and...
Aug 11, 2024
Woke Toxic Masculinity Type Palaver: The Outdated Outcry Over Newington College
Online Editor Jackson Robb delves into the infamous decision to shift the all-boys private school Newington to co-ed, and what this...
Jul 28, 2024


Grapeshot Covers the National Student Strike for Palestine
Features Section Editor Sophie Poredos joins Macquarie Students for Palestine at the National Student Strike for Palestine and reflects...
Jul 23, 2024


A Horny Agreement
Geopolitical and horny; The Horn of Africa to be exact. Kieran Do delves into the controversial deal between Ethiopia and Somaliland. ...
Jul 23, 2024


Remembering Luke Davies and Jesse Baird at Mardi Gras 2024
Jackson Robb retells the heartbreaking tragedy surrounding TV presenter Jesse Baird and his partner Luke Davies. Content Warning: ...
Jul 23, 2024


Pitching For Change: The Student Protests and Encampments for Gaza
Jackson Robb visits the USYD Gaza encampment and reflects on the courage of students across the world who are fighting for humanity and...
May 23, 2024


Macquarie Students for Palestine’s “Stop the Genocide” Protest
This article does not reflect the views of the Publisher or Macquarie University On the 22nd of May 2024, Macquarie University students...
May 23, 2024


The First Omen is the Rare Franchise Entry That Surpasses The Original
The Omen’s status is undeniable in the religious horror canon. Even when its storytelling often falters under its bloated pace and...
Apr 29, 2024


Drive-Away Dolls is Ethan Coen and Tricia Cooke’s Unapologetically Queer Throwback to Exploitation Romances
It’s hardy to deny that the Coen brothers are some of the most masterful filmmakers of our generation. From Blood Simple to The Ballad of...
Apr 29, 2024


Are You There, God? It’s Me, Margaret.: The Charming Coming-of-Age Film of 2023 You Didn’t Know Existed
Nicolas Chang gives us another stunning Nic’s Flix film review! Join him as he details this Kelly Fremon Craig film, based on the Judy...
Apr 21, 2024


Grapey Book Club: 1Q84, Haruki Murakami
Join Clara Kristanda in her review of Haruki Murakami’s 1Q84. Please note the following article contains spoilers In this hazy, 1157-page...
Apr 21, 2024


Grapey Book Club: Love, Just In by Natalie Murray
Publishers Allen & Unwin provided Lauren Grzina with a copy of Love, Just In, in exchange for an honest review of this Natalie Murray...
Apr 21, 2024


A Dance of Decades and Metamorphosis
Sophia Kearns splashes us with dazzling glances at the diversity of musical landscapes from the fifties to present day. Within the...
Apr 21, 2024


Do you think my therapist likes me?
From award podiums to the therapist’s office: Tanisha Shah ruminates on the highs and eventual lows of ‘the gifted kid’. Were you the kid...
Apr 21, 2024


As Stars Blossom
Contributor Nesha Sampathkumar shares a personal reflection on childhood and the wisdom she has learned throughout her life that she...
Apr 21, 2024


Tomboy
Section Editor Kayleigh Greig recounts overcoming the awkward phase of pigeon-holing one’s self into a pre-set identity. Have you ever...
Apr 21, 2024


Four Walls
Emptied of furniture, but full of memories: Daniela De Vera captures the eerie feeling of returning to a childhood bedroom. Like many of...
Apr 21, 2024


You, Mii, and A Reflection on the Bizarre Nintendo Wii
Deputy Editor Holly Mitchell opens a time capsule to the electronic obsessions of our childhoods Content Warning: Mentions of Body...
Apr 21, 2024
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