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Love Is Blind | Issue 14

Posted 6:05pm Sunday 7th July 2013 by Lovebirds

Michael CeraFirst off, I would like to thank the misfortune of betting against the Germans for bringing me out on what was, well, let’s just say a rather mediocre night. While the mates came round more times than I could count, I somehow managed to be the only one to not have a memorable night. Read more...

The More Things Change | Issue 14

Posted 6:05pm Sunday 7th July 2013 by Jessica Bromell

Welcome to the second semester of “The More Things Change” – now with more historic events to commemorate as you please. This week, there are some great successes and some even greater failures. 11 July, 1776: Captain Cook set off on his third voyage, an attempt by the Admiralty to find the Read more...

Peter Dunne, Meet Your (Market) Maker

Posted 6:05pm Sunday 7th July 2013 by Jacobin

IPredict.co.nz, the New Zealand news-based stock market, is particularly notable for its explicit endorsement of insider trading, which is illegal in the “real” stock market. This lies behind iPredict’s amazing track record: it’s more accurate than most professional political polling companies. Read more...

ODT Watch | Issue 14

Posted 6:05pm Sunday 7th July 2013 by Zane Pocock

Now, now, ODT. We know you represent New Zealand’s farmers, but this headline describes a speech given at St. Margaret’s College: Ever resourceful, the “Opinion” section is forging a new route for print media at large with the informatively entitled rant: Meanwhile, our Read more...

Liberty: How to Spot the Fakers

Posted 6:05pm Sunday 7th July 2013 by Guy McCallum

I love liberty. And we all enjoy the benefits of it. As it turns out, whether or not you have a job you can still pay for all the basics even if you do find yourself struggling. And because of liberty, life is more than what you can do from your wallet: in New Zealand you have the freedom to be Read more...

Editorial | Issue 14

Posted 6:05pm Sunday 7th July 2013 by Sam McChesney

Several depressing things occurred over the break. Babe of the Day happened, the Western Black Rhinoceros became extinct, the Cook closed, and there was that thing on Game of Thrones. I could have devoted this editorial to a rant about any one of those occurrences. But then Josh Pemberton Read more...

Proctology | Issue 13

Posted 3:03pm Sunday 26th May 2013 by Zane Pocock

This week, the Proctor had “nothing of note to report.” Critic speculates this has little to do with imminent exams and is rather the direct result of the Proctor’s continued emphasis on taking caution with red cards. Reports of tea parties and board game nights on Castle Street have Read more...

The Leek | Issue 13

Posted 3:03pm Sunday 26th May 2013 by Campbell Ecklein

As semester one draws to a close and exams loom ever nearer, many students are torn between excitement over heading home for the break and apprehension over their upcoming finals. Although Otago’s sprawling campus is home to an impressive number of libraries, computer labs, and study centres, this Read more...

Editorial | Issue 13

Posted 3:03pm Sunday 26th May 2013 by Sam McChesney

So we’re at the end of the first semester. It’s been quite, um, yeah. I did have an editorial topic in mind for this issue, but my lawyer advised me not to run it. It was too late for rewrites or rethinks, so a redacted version will follow. Recently _ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ __ _ Read more...

Hi Dr. Nick | Issue 13

Posted 3:03pm Sunday 26th May 2013 by Dr. Nick

Hi everybody, People often approach me on the street and say “Dr Nick, you sexy pseudonymous beast of a man, why do you spend all your columns pissing on healthcare users and never on healthcare providers?” This unsolicited pedestrian reflection has a point – whilst there are many issues with Read more...

The More Things Change | Issue 13

Posted 3:03pm Sunday 26th May 2013 by Jessica Bromell

This week, public health goes on a real rollercoaster ride. June 2, 1692: Quite unfortunately for her, the first suspect in the Salem witch trials went to court. Records say that she was suspected of witchcraft because she wore black clothing and “odd costumes” and had a coat that had been Read more...

Science, Bitches! | Issue 13

Posted 3:03pm Sunday 26th May 2013 by Hannah Twigg

This week, I’m going to teach you how to DO science, bitches. This is something you can do in your own kitchen, not something you have to take an RV into the desert for. This one is super easy, and you should have everything you need already (unless you’re so Scarfie that you don’t even have dish Read more...

For Fuck's Sake | Issue 13

Posted 3:03pm Sunday 26th May 2013 by Elsie Stone

3pm: I selected you from all the specials at New World because my math told me you had the highest standard drink-to-dollar ratio (thanks, NCEA Level One), and it was only polite to ensure that I got the most bang for John Key’s buck. I don’t need to take wine-tasting classes from OUSA to know that Read more...

Get Out Of The Ghetto | Issue 13

Posted 3:03pm Sunday 26th May 2013 by Phoebe Harrop

Do you like interactive touch screens? Free stuff? Old stuff? Artistically-lit stuff? Then look no further than Toitū Otago Settlers Museum, handily located next to other such valuable “Get Out of the Ghetto” locations as the Railway Station and the Farmers’ Market. Toitū Read more...

ODT Watch | Issue 13

Posted 3:03pm Sunday 26th May 2013 by Jess Cole

Thus begins the saga of Otago citizen Cha’nelle Smith (e-mail: sexiihunii4u@hotmail.com). Delighted at the prospect of nabbing a bargain at Dunedin’s fashion Mecca (maybe even that stylish wee number from Pagani?), she and her best gal-pals made the trip in from South D. “A sale is just what Read more...

Lez Feminables | Issue 13

Posted 3:03pm Sunday 26th May 2013 by Glitter Grrl

Previously, I’ve covered asking people if they’re gay, with the conclusion that it’s not your business. But what happens when it suddenly is? How am I supposed to react when someone asks me if I’m gay? I’m not, but I don’t want to come off as a homophobe when I deny it! You’re right, a Read more...

Daily Grind | Issue 13

Posted 3:03pm Sunday 26th May 2013 by M and G

Rating: 2/5 Coffee Cups M and G decided it was necessary when writing a coffee column to visit the institution that is Starbucks, KFC’s “classy” cousin. Dunedin’s branch of this chain of creamy American coffee is located on the corner of George and St Andrews Streets, a prime location for a Read more...

Love Is Blind | Issue 13

Posted 3:03pm Sunday 26th May 2013 by Lovebirds

YOLO BoySigning up to the Critic blind date and committing to a half-marathon all in one week, all in the name of YOLO. I didn’t know which would be worse. After a few Coronas for the nerves, off to Angus I went. A few friends bunkered down in the bar to spy and provide emotional support should my Read more...

Diatribe | Free and Fair?

Posted 3:03pm Sunday 26th May 2013 by Matt Anderson

So, this whole thing started with a friend asking a question. As benign as it may have been, it led to possibly one of the most expletive-filled rants of my life. Given all the attention Fair Trade has been getting on campus a friend with little (read: no) background in business posed this gem: Read more...

Love Is Blind | Issue 12

Posted 1:24pm Sunday 19th May 2013 by Lovebirds

ClarkSo the day had arrived and, much to my surprise, my nerves were at ease, only to kick in later on. I’m not a drinker, so I had to find other ways to calm my nerves. I got ready and dressed up nice. My best friend walked me, and we discussed how I would introduce myself and if I should go in Read more...