Abortion Rights are Under Attack in Queensland
With the introduction of a new Liberal government, the rights of ordinary people are under attack. The LNP won on the basis of a racist youth crime policy, and with most of party members being sexist bigots, it’s no surprise that the Liberals are already failing to defend abortion rights in Queensland. The Queensland state […]
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2024 to date & Challengers, reviewed.
In 2023, the film community bore witness to the resurgence and resounding success of the authentic, original story. From box office hits like Oppenheimer, Barbie and Across the Spiderverse to Celine Song’s directorial debut, Past Lives, the bar for films in 2024 couldn’t have been set higher. Audiences want more than what the likes of […]
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The future of International student enrolments – Ministerial intervention?
The higher education sector is currently in a heated debate with the government over the proposed legislation that could potentially cap international student enrolments in higher education providers (i.e. universities and TAFEs). This current draft of the proposal, which could have far-reaching implications, emerged earlier this month in the Draft International Education and Skills Strategic […]
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UQ Students Smash the Vote in Support of Palestine
There are three words to describe the feeling of the Student General Meeting for Palestine: exhilarating, electrifying, historical.
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The 2024 UQU General Meeting: The Who, What, When, Where, Why, and How?
Whether you’re staunch with your position on the issues – or don’t even know very much about them – you should come around to
witness and participate in the debate, and have your say in the most democratic process of your UQU.
50 cents to travel with Queensland’s public transport
Queenslanders woke up to the positive news on Sunday morning that starting August 5th, for the next six months, public transport in Queensland—including trains, buses, and ferries—will cost just 50 cents per trip. “Queenslanders are doing it tough, but they can trust that my government is here to help, and we’re doing what matters to […]
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Why I chose to study a master’s degree in social work at University of Queensland
From my earliest days in China, I was sensitive to injustice, compelled by a deep-seated desire to stand up for the underdog and challenge bullies. This drive to act, often against the advice to only look after myself, was intrinsic to my character. Despite being discouraged from intervening, I couldn’t ignore the unfairness I witnessed […]
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Why I’m camping on the great court for Gaza
The world is witnessing the worst crime against humanity in a generation. In the 7 months and counting since Israel began its genocidal campaign in Gaza, an estimated 34,000 Palestinian civilians have been murdered, including 10,000 children. Thousands more are likely trapped under the mounds of rubble amassed from Israel’s relentless bombing. Only a small […]
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HECS indexation reform is not enough to ensure cost of living relief for students
UQU calls for the Australian Federal Government to do more
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UQU calls for the Federal Government to do better in their plan to address placement poverty
The UQ Union is committed to advocating for the rights of students and fighting against placement poverty. We believe that no student should have to undergo the financial burdens and out-of-pocket expenses they have been experiencing while studying and completing their mandatory placements in their chosen profession.
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