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We Were Never Violent

We Were Never Violent

Victims, women especially, are left with nothing after being subjugated to the violence and manipulation of men. All we have are our fists.

By El Potts (they/him)
 The Art of Attraction

The Art of Attraction

From the vibrant world of manga and anime to the irresistible allure of kawaii culture, Japan has cultivated an international image that blends tradition with innovation. Yet, beneath the surface of its cultural diplomacy lies a complex web of historical challenges and geopolitical tensions that shape how the world perceives the nation.

Vertigoes Way Down Underground – A Hadestown Review

Vertigoes Way Down Underground – A Hadestown Review

Last Wednesday, Vertigo had a coveted ticket on the one-way train ride to hell. It was the hottest ticket in town. Or, TLDR: Vertigo editors Zara and Bianca went to see Hadestown at the Theatre Royal Sydney and bawled their eyes out.

The 2025 Australian Federal Election: What You Need to Know

The 2025 Australian Federal Election: What You Need to Know

As Australians prepare to vote in the 2025 federal election on the 3rd May, the outcome will carry significant implications for the country’s direction.


#Student News

The First-Year Friendship FAQ
2025 Issue 1: Lodestar  •  Student News

The First-Year Friendship FAQ

By Zara Hatton (she/they) and Bianca Drummond Costa (she/her)
To Strike or Be Struck: NSW’s Transport Stand-Off Hits Hard
By Emanie Darwiche (she/her)
Clothes Horse 2024
Student News

Clothes Horse 2024

By Emily Cheng (she/her)

#Politics & Law

The 2025 Australian Federal Election: What You Need to Know
By Emanie Darwiche (she/her)
2025 Issue 1: Lodestar  •  Politics & Law

The Burning Question: Is UTS Funding Fossil Fuels?

By Mayela Dayeh (she/her)
Ceasefire
Politics & Law

Ceasefire

By (she/her)
The Midst of the Storm
By Kimia Nojoumian (she/her)

#Society & Culture

We Were Never Violent
Society & Culture

We Were Never Violent

By El Potts (they/him)
PARASITE
Society & Culture

PARASITE

By Jaslyn Angus (she/her)
Under the same sky
Society & Culture

Under the same sky

By Natasha Abdulghani (she/her)

#Arts & Lifestyle

Vertigoes Way Down Underground – A Hadestown Review
By By Zara Hatton (she/they) & Bianca Drummond Costa (she/her)
Original image from Sydney Festival 2025 promotional catalogue, embellishes by hand.
Arts & Lifestyle

'Converted!' — A Review

By Zara Hatton (she/they)
2025 Horoscopes
2025 Issue 1: Lodestar  •  Arts & Lifestyle

2025 Horoscopes

By Zara Hatton (she/they)
Why Have There Been No Great Women Directors?
By Kimia Nojoumian (she/her)

#Creative Writing

Lorenzo Loves Isabella
Creative Writing

Lorenzo Loves Isabella

By Liv Litver (she/her)
2025 Issue 1: Lodestar  •  Creative Writing

Aquamarine – The Divine Return to Oneself

By Molly Martin (she/her)
Bluskale
Creative Writing

Bluskale

By Oscar Rice (he/him)
CANINE TEETH / TRIPTYCH FOR HINGE
By Zara Hatton (she/they)

#Showcase

Photo Essay: Global Short Program with Jumbunna
By Mannix Thomson (he/him)
Tropicália | Resort ‘25
By Giovanna de Pontes (she/her)
MYTH
Showcase

MYTH

By Oliver Whitehouse (he/him)

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