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by Susan Smirk | 3:42 AM, 28/06/10

The suburbs of Dunedin are seldom visited by the student population, who generally prefer to remain within the more familiar confines of campus than to traverse the wider city as suburban tourists. However, with this helpful guide in hand, the young academics of North Dunedin can boldly venture forth to sample the food, enjoy the sights, and explore the culture of five nearby suburbs, from 'the Village' to 'the Valley.'

by Amy Joseph | 3:41 AM, 28/06/10

The Law Commission has had a look at the Misuse of Drugs Act and says it is about time we reformed our drug laws. Amy Joseph reviews the reccomendations and finds that it’s an uphill battle for proponents of change.

by Susan Smirk | 3:14 AM, 18/05/10

Critic brings you five salacious summer tales. The following stories broach the Beehive, ascend to Beijing, touch down in the slums of Kenya, wash up on the beaches of Samoa, and even dip into the murky waters of Christchurch. Susan Smirk talks to five Otago students about how they spent their summer.

by Caitlyn O’Fallon | 3:04 AM, 18/05/10

A self-made millionaire and the key architect behind National’s rise to power has been named the Government’s top man for the tertiary sector. In his first interview with student media since taking over from Anne Tolley earlier this year, Steven Joyce talks to Caitlyn O’Fallon about his road to politics and his plans for, well, all of us.