The Weekender: December 4 – 6
THIS December, be prepared to splurge on exclusive and sustainable Christmas gifts, celebrate the Festival of Giving or take part in a Tango class! Siti Mokhsin highlights the events to look out for this week.
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The Weekender: October 30 – November 1
GET your scare on this Halloween weekend and prepare to spook yourselves by exploring a haunted asylum, visiting an apocalyptic theme park or catching a horror movie marathon. Here’s what Siti Mokhsin recommends for a spooktacular weekend!
Student stories: The reality of being a Muslim student in Australia
STUDYING abroad is an experience many students find exciting yet scary at the same time. For Muslim students however, journeying into the Western world may appear more intimidating. Siti Mokhsin reflects on her personal experience and discusses what it’s like being a Muslim student in Melbourne.
Mind your Mind: Mental health advocates help fellow international students manage stress and anxiety
IN an initiative to foster better mental health amongst international students, Monash University Occupational Therapy students Tiffany Kwan and Yan Leung have created a resourceful kit for students. Siti Mokhsin spoke with the girls to find out more about their project and where students can get help when in distress.
ASEAN Games Australia 2015: It’s all about fair play in badminton
PARTICIPANTS at this year’s ASEAN GAMES Australia badminton tournament competed on a level playing field, following organisers’ decision to segregate players according to their level of skill. Siti Mokhsin brings you the highlights of this year’s badminton tournament.
Online scam swindles thousands of dollars from international students
SCAMMERS posing as education agents are alleged to have fleeced large sums of money from international students at Monash and Melbourne Uni. Siti Mokhsin has the report.
ASEAN Games Australia 2015
GET ready for fiery competition as ASEAN students prepare for battle at the ASEAN Games Australia 2015. Siti Mokhsin brings you the highlights.
Inform, Engage, Inspire: Environmental Film Festival 2015 Highlights
ENVIRONMENTAL Film Festival Australia returns with groundbreaking films set to engage audiences with issues that explore our relationship with the environment. Siti Mokhsin offers her top choices from the festival.
The Weekender: August 28 – 30
GEAR up for massive sales, spend a day with your loved ones by the harbour in Docklands and catch a breathtaking orchestra performance by University of Melbourne students. Siti Mokhsin shares how you can spend your Melbourne Day weekend.