The Brunch Theory
Relationships are out. Brunch is in. Everyone knows it. But what about those brave soldiers trapped somewhere in the in-between, balancing the orgasmic elation of overpriced breakfast foods, with the heavy burden of commitment, co-dependence and having regular sex with the same person? Don’t stress, queen. The Brunch Theory is here to tell you whether your relationship is destined for marriage, mutual resentment, or an awkward walk home...Investigation: What Was That Nursing UoO Confession Post About?
An anonymous post, titled "Dear Otago Poly Nursing… are we okay?" appeared on the University of Otago (UoO) Meaningful Confessions page on the 22nd of July. The post complained that nursing students were being "emotionally humbled" by marking, bad lecturers and inconsistent, recycled lecture content, among other things. Lengthy complaints are the bread and butter of UoO Confessions. But in this case, a mere two...Benedict Ong To Be Trespassed From All OUSA Premises
According to a statement provided to Critic Te Ārohi from President Daniel Leamy, the Otago University Students’ Association (OUSA) plans to trespass Dunedin Councillor Benedict Ong from “all OUSA premises” following reports from students alleging “inappropriate and unwanted behaviours.” Guess he won’t be getting his $5 lunch anytime soon. In a letter sent to Vice-Chancellor Grant Robertson on the...Monkey See, Monkey Do, Monkey Win
Bring the Noise wrapped up with a splash as seven musicians and bands went head to head for a prize pack that was essentially the wet dream for any up and coming musician. This consisted of a promo pact with Radio One, a Sublime Studios recording package valued at $2500, a Lil Sister/NicNak PR package, a merchandise package by the Print Room NZ, a press photography package by K Frost photography, a logo design package by Daniel Wells design, a...Critical Tribune: University Cracks Down On 21st Season
In response to slipping academic performance in semester two, the University has recently announced plans to “crack down on 21st season” that is currently dominating the student social calendar. Plans to limit the number of 21st events were passed by the University Senate last week, and were backed by police, OUSA and the City Council. Under this policy, Union Hall and the Main Common Room will host a weekly 21st celebration...Editorial: The Week Of My Dreams
On the 29th of June, I received an email from some people representing a photo company. Long story short, they were requesting $365 due to using a picture that amounted to copyright infringement. Uh...
OUSA Exec: Why You Should Come Along To The Student General Meeting
The Executive is proposing changes to the OUSA Constitution that would reshape how student representation works from 2027 onwards....
Horoscopes: Issue 21 2026
Pisces Everyone knows that you want that Capricorn bad, despite your attempts to act aloof and professionally detached. Stop pretending you don’t care because out of fear caring might make you look stupid. You already look stupid. You may as well get...
Moaningful Confessions: Lessons I Learnt From Breaking My Penis
It's away! It's a hit! Negative. It didn't go in. It just impacted on the surface. I woke up the morning...
TLDR: Issue 21 2026
Anthsoc, SOUPPES, Classoc, and Hsoc are excited to bring you a collaborative Humanities Wine and Cheese night. On the 16th September, 6:00- 9:30PM, in the Humanities common room (Burns building). Tickets for members are $5, and non-members are $10. Everyone is...
