MUSA DID WHAT (Emergency)#7.1: The Real Bang

Hi, Monash Siders, The Editors here! It hasn’t been a month since the last issue, but guess what? The council was summoned for an emergency meeting during the last week of this semester, making head turns with curiosity. What actually happened? Do not worry! We are ready to spill our guts on this unexpected edition!…

Monash Cup (Opening Ceremony): A Night to Remember by Pooja Tamara

The rain was pouring, but spirits were high as people gathered around the Porch for Monash Cups’ opening ceremony. An inaugural event, the ceremony launches the games that will take place over the next month.  It started with a performance from Monash Street Dance Society (MSDS), dressed in vibrant hues of red and black. Their…

The Box by P H H L

My world is a box.I dream of being brave,I dream of being free,All the colours do I see,In my world of a box It keeps me happy,It keeps me safe. Yet, why does it seem so out of place? There stands a door.How did I not see it before?Should I open it? And so I…

Dreaming the World by Austin Loo

High above the clouds,eyes scanning the viewof lush rich greenand boats so few.As clouds parted,I see a landfilled with steel treesand thick grey breeze. Through the chaos, something was glimmering.A clear blue river,with light streaks shimmering.Eyes begin to linger,trailing the blue path,catching the new scenesof ice and sand. As I go further,my eyes were lockedto…

Dear diary, I met a boy by Jade

Dear diary, I met a boy.That’s how it starts,A time, a place, a feeling,Like nothing could tear us apart. Together, we ventured into the unknown,Hand in hand, hearts soft,On a path that could never have been foretold.Living together, a reality from a dream,Home felt closer than it seemed. In a world far from home,A new…

VIII by John Smith

Dear X, I stand tall as the waves brush through the shore, dragging everything away with a relentless pull. My thoughts shattered as the harsh water collided with the rocks, melting into a singularity. But do you remember? Instead of turning the pages, you chose to tear them apart, piece by piece—heaven-made torture, one might…

MUSA DID WHAT #7: Wrapping Up…

Hi, Monash Siders, The Editors here! Congratulations! We are left with another week before the semester ends. The student council might want to start wrapping up their term as it is truly coming to an end. Before closing 2024 with a bang (hopefully), here are some of the deets of the most recent student council…

Arunika: The Dawn of Liberation by Teresa

Do you know Indonesia gained its independence 79 years ago? After long and arduous battles against colonialism and imperialism by the Dutch and the Japanese, Malaysia’s “older sibling” declared its independence on August 17th, 1945. Ever since, Indonesians, both within the archipelago and beyond, have carried on the spirit of this festive day in their…

Movie Night: Under the Stars by Jananee Jagadeesan

It’s August 22nd, and we’re all set for what was supposed to be a perfect “Night Under the Stars.” The sky had just cleared up after a brief shower, painting everything in this soft, Instagram-worthy shade of pink. The kind of sky that makes you pause and think, “Okay, this might actually turn out to…

MUSA DID WHAT #6: Along The Road

Hi, Monash Siders, The Editors here! As the climax of this term is approaching, the office is the busiest this time around! Want to know what the council is up to? Ditch your worries as we have taken some notes on the latest chitter-chatter amongst our beloved student council! The Gods and Goddesses Soiree Thanks…

Monch! Jangsajang Deopbap, SS15 – Artisanal Soy, Savoury Joy!

Nested in the perpetually bustling food haven of SS15, Jangsajang Deopbap opens its doors for all K-lovers to enjoy. Step in, and be greeted by the comforting commotion of a busy restaurant, packed with working adults and young students alike, joined by their shared love for Hallyu. Sit, and you’ll hear iconic K-pop hits from…

Night of Drama: Revitalising Art and Theatre by Yashven Jayabalan

I love art and film and theatre. I love dysfunctional characters who have bad relationships with their parents. I love dreams and psychedelics. I love Rachel Sennott. I love being a hopeless romantic. Embark on this journey with me through the vastly distinct worlds of four student-directed plays. This will be a relentless stream of…