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The Labubu Craze: A Masterclass in Capitalism
Labubu mania has taken the internet by storm. More than just a simple hyper fixation, the cute monster's retailer, 'Pop Mart', has struck...
Evan Fleming
May 21, 20253 min read


Labor won the election, but what does their student club do on campus for you?
On May 3, Australia went to the polls and kept the Labor Party in the top job for the next three years. But when it comes to your life...
Vic Bailey and Yvette Campitelli-Slee
May 20, 20256 min read


The Correspondent: A Gripping Tale of Uncomfortable Truths
The Correspondent , directed by Kriv Stenders, tells the story of the former war correspondent Peter Greste, who was detained in Cairo on...
Jessica Chloe Djendria
May 16, 20253 min read


Commute chaos for Melbourne’s growing outer north
Affordable home and land packages sold in Melbourne’s outer Northern Suburbs have seen a population boom in the midst of a housing...
Louis Harrison
May 16, 20253 min read


The $2 million esports tournament: Intel Extreme Masters 2025
Colossal crowds, deafening chanting and drunk Australians. I was almost convinced I was at the AFL. The Intel Extreme Masters event...
Patrick Lyne
May 14, 20257 min read


New Metro Auto Photo Booth Arrives on RMIT’s Bowen Street
Bowen Street is home to Metro Auto Photo’s newest black-and-white photo booth. The booth has been installed in anticipation of the...
Bennett Davy
May 12, 20252 min read


The story of the 2025 Federal Election: what happened, why, and what it means
NOTE: This piece involves characterisation and analysis of the election results and Australian voters, and does not necessarily reflect...
Kerry Peter
May 12, 20255 min read


Met Gala 2025: Celebrating Black Dandyism
Adorned with daffodils from head to toe, the Metropolitan Museum of Art transformed into a floral fantasy as it welcomed guests onto a...
Anthea Kalathas
May 9, 20252 min read


“It’s just what’s done”: The misunderstanding around ‘Welcome to Country’
Welcoming & acknowledging the country has become a prominent part of Australian public life, but after boos rang around Melbourne's...
Dash Spencer-White
May 7, 20255 min read


How they vote: where political parties stand on issues affecting you
With the 2025 federal election just days away, The Swanston Gazette presents a guide on where the parties stand on issues that might...
Vic Bailey
May 1, 20256 min read


Behind the ring lights: inside the troubling world of “kidfluencers”
On April 9, Netflix premiered a new documentary on child influencing, or “kidfluencing”. Over three episodes, the docuseries uncovers the...
Nicole Manolitsas
Apr 24, 20254 min read


RMIT Students Showcase Indie Game at Major Video Games Expo
One of few gaming exhibitions in Melbourne, The Game Expo (TGX) is an important event for local indie game developers, providing a...
Patrick Lyne
Apr 16, 20252 min read


The Real Harm of Reality TV: Married at First Sight Sensationalising Abuse
Reality TV is known to be highly produced and edited content that profits off controversies and drama, both on screen and off. (Credit:...
Anthea Kalathas
Apr 8, 20252 min read


What’s up with Student Services and Amenities Fees?
Today, the Student Services and Amenities Fees are due for all RMIT students. You’ve most likely seen mention of these fees pop into your...
Sylvia Erson and Julia Sicilia
Mar 31, 20253 min read


Federal Budget 2025: what's in store for you?
The 2025 Federal Budget was announced by Treasurer Jim Chalmers on Tuesday night, paving the way for Labor’s re-election campaign. The...
Jade Nacionales
Mar 28, 20252 min read


Socceroos slide five past Indonesia in dominant display
The Socceroos have hushed their doubters after an emphatic 5-1 win over Indonesia saw Australia inch closer to World Cup qualification....
Jack Huggett
Mar 23, 20253 min read


Revved up and ready to race: Drive to Survive and social media boost F1 excitement
In the first episode of Netflix’s hit docuseries, Formula 1: Drive to Survive , drivers are compared to fighter pilots. They are...
Raia Flinos
Mar 21, 20254 min read


AFL Recap: Round 1
As autumn leaves begin to drape our streets and evening winds start to nip against skin, the AFL season is finally back to its best with...
Jack Huggett
Mar 20, 20255 min read


Iconic Melbourne music venue 'The Gaso' to close
Collingwood’s iconic Melbourne music venue, The Gasometer Hotel (The Gaso), is set to close its doors at the end of March. Known by...
Molly Inglis
Mar 19, 20252 min read


Condemned in Flesh: Reproductive Rights, Gender-Based Violence, and Systemic Inequality
The 2024 United States election marked a decisive shift in America’s political landscape. Donald Trump’s re-election, coupled with...
Claudia Kerovec
Mar 19, 20255 min read
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