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Lincoln University Students' Magazine | Issue 7 | October 2017
EDITOR & DESIGN
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Laura Illingworth
RAM@lusa.org.nz CONTRIBUTORS Laura Illingworth | Holly Smith | Oscar Talbot Danyon Thomas | Tessa Williams | Joel Hintz Gabby Thomas | James Beattie | Myles MacKintosh Ronnie Penny | Robin Pollard | Sophie Bailey Contributions can be sent to
RAM@lusa.org.nz PRINTER RAM is printed by Inkwise
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RAM is published by the Lincoln University Students’ Association (LUSA) for the students of Lincoln University. RAM is funded by Lincoln University students through the Student Services Fee. Any opinions expressed in this magazine are those of the authors, and do not necessarily reflect the beliefs and values held by LUSA, or the University. If you are easily offended, read on and be sure to send a strongly worded email to the Editor. RAM is a member of the Aotearoa Student Press Association (ASPA).
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Words from LUSA Notices Sweet As/Stink One Meet Your 2018 Student Executive Last Words From Your 2018 Executive Garden Party: Tips and Tricks Garden Party: Acts Line-up Campus Update It's OK Fundraiser Rescue Ram Advice Column Blue and Gold Award Winners International Club Update Lincoln's Best Award Winners Global Challenges & Halls of Residence Healthy Relationships Do No Harm Castle Hill Boulder Marathon LUTCC Term 3 Summer Break Ideas Wine Appreciation Club Flat of the Month Global Challenges Weekly Planner LU Sport Snapchats Games Horoscopes RAM Issue 7 | 3
Words from LUSA
Prez Sez Kia ora, There are 23 days left of the main academic year. All of you probably deserve a congratulations for getting to this point. But for many of you you’re about to be done for good. The next few weeks of hard work will be well worth it when you cross the stage in April having graduated. You’ve recently elected your 2018 Executive. I think you’ve got an incredible group of students who will truly be able to make a massive contribution to Lincoln University. Keep an eye out for them next year, let them know what you’re thinking, get amongst what their organising and remember they are your voice to the University. This means they know how to get things done to make your time here that much better.
My final words of ‘wisdom’ are get amongst all that Lincoln has to offer. It’s a bloody awesome place, but ultimately it can only be as good as you all make it. If you want a new club, or Thursday Quiz Nights, or a Staff vs. Student Shearing Competition, just do it. Let LUSA know and we’ll give you all the support to make it happen. When you head off after exams don’t forget that. Be proud of being a Lincoln student. Spread the good word of what happens here and get ready for an exciting but challenging 2018. Good luck for your exams, have an absolute stunner of a break and the team here at LUSA will see you back here on the 19th of February. Ma- te wa-,
The 2017 Executive have spent a lot of time achieving some wins
Danyon Thomas
for you this year. Keep an eye out for the You Said … We did…
president@lusa.org.nz
posters around campus to check out some of these wins. Next year you’ll see a few new things including new student chill out zones; a better online experience; and more chances to engage in how Lincoln goes about doing what it does. Make sure you’ve signed up to The Flock to be the first to hear about these opportunities (www. lusa.org.nz/theflock) It’s been an epic time being the LUSA President and learning all about the mysterious ways the University operates and being able to influence things for the better. There’s still a lot to be done, and I’ll do what I can in the next couple of months, but ultimately LUSA and the University need your input and opinions to stay on the right track and provide the best university experience.
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From the Ed
LUSA Manager
Welcome to the last issue of the RAM for 2017. How crazy
So spring has sprung and the end of the University year is almost
is that? This year has gone insanely fast, I mean it's already
upon us!
October. Christmas is exactly 76 days away which is only 10 more Monday mornings.
I hope you’ve had a great year here at Lincoln. LUSA has certainly put on some awesome events, with of course the grand
This last month has been a wild one, with elections of all kinds,
finale yet to come. Garden Party 2017 is going to be one of the
final assignments being handed in and awards ceremonies here
best yet! So get your tickets sorted, register your party with Good
and there, so congratulations to all of you for making this far!
One and I’ll see you down the front going large in mosh pit.
You've only got three days left until you can let down your hair and set yourself wild at Garden Party.
Here at LUSA we’re already getting busy for 2018 to ensure it’s going to be bigger and better than before. I can’t wait to share
With exams looming, it's time to pull your heads in and give
with you at the start of next year what we have in store. But
your best effort where it counts, as soon as it done, summer
suffice to say there’ll be plenty of new and exciting events and
break can begin and if you're lost for ideas check out some of
happenings.
our recommendations on page 33.
Don’t forgot to pop along and say hi whilst we put on the free
I'm heading down south to Wanaka for my annual camping
food for study stall. Remember to take a break and give your
getaway after Christmas to relax and unwind. So if you want a
brain some down time. Nothing like taking a break with a
stress free summer break too, follow my three simple tips:
burger in the hand when your brain is going hard out.
1. If you are planning on a holiday, start thinking about book accommodation or camp sites now as they will sell out over summer, nothing worse than not having a place to kip. 2. If you are heading out on a roadie, no matter how far it is, make sure you've checked your tires, oil and washer fluid. If your car is up to it, you're good to go. 3. Buy your Christmas presents before Christmas eve, last year
Aside from all the planning and preparation for next year, this summer I’ll be going off grid for a week in the New Year and getting away from it all. With children in tow it may prove to be the best or worst decision ever. Either way, some good bottles of wine will be accompanying me. Have a great summer and see you in 2018!
I parked on a level at Westfield Riccarton that I didn't even know existed... Make sure you keep track of all the cool things you get up to
Fiona Murray-Kay manager@lusa.org.nz
over summer because you will get chance to boast about your wicked holiday in the first issue of the RAM in 2018. So thats all from me until next year. Good luck and have a great summer!
Laura Illingworth media@lusa.org.nz RAM Issue 7 | 5
Notices Slow Down The speed limit on campus roads and carparks is 20 kph. Despite being on campus they are public roads so you must
Dream, Believe, Succeed Foundation Award
obey all road rules - this includes keeping to the speed limit and stopping for pedestrians on marked pedestrian crossings.
Inviting the students of Lincoln University to participate in the Annual Young Entrepreneur Contest which awards one student
Rec Centre Hours Over The Exam Period Up late studying for exams? Well now you can get your
$20,000 cash to seed their current business or idea, along with support services and mentoring to guide their venture to success. The total prize package is valued at over $100,000. For more information visit www.dreambelievesucceed.co.nz
workout in a bit later too! The Rec Centre has extended their
Monday to Thursday 6.00am to 10.30pm
Lucy Has Arrived!
Friday 6.00am to 8.30pm
Julia's little girl, Lucy,
hours over exams (19th October to 2nd November), so check them out below:
Saturday 8.15am to 4.00pm (no change)
arrived on Tuesday 26th
Sunday 9.00am to 5.00pm (no change)
September. Weighing in at 8lb4, only a week and a half
Metafit
overdue. Congrats to Julia and Ben on their gorgeous
Come and try our newest class at the Rec Centre today! Every
little one!
Tuesday at 5:15pm and Thursday at 4:30pm in the sports hall. A 30minute bodyweight workout designed to leave your body working for the next 24 hours.
Smokers The campus has a Clean Air Policy. Please do not smoke outside of the designated smoking areas, which are marked on the campus map.
SUNKEN LAWN, OUTSIDE MRS O'S
BEHIND TE KETE IKE, OPPOSITE THE ROSE GARDEN
LAWN TO THE SIDE OF THE HEALTH CENTRE
TREE BEHIND THE LODGE, IN FRONT OF COMMERCE
ONE OF THE DESIGNATED AND SIGNED AREAS
BEHIND AER AND IN FRONT OF ENGINEERING BUILDING
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Winston Peters – Kingmaker... How is it that we all take our time to vote, to have our voices heard and yet it comes down to one man to decide
Warmer Weather
our government? #unfair
Summer is in the air, it's getting warmer outside so we can finally bring out our pasty legs and jandals.
Exam Season It's that time of year again where study
Colder Beer & Wine... Faster
should be the #1 priority but it just never
Chill a bottle of wine or beer ASAP
seems to turn out that way. Why?
by wrapping it in a wet dish towel (or paper towel) and sticking it in the freezer. The entire bottle will cool down in 10 minutes or less.
The Price of Butter It's absurd. How are we supposed to make cookies without butter? *sigh*
This little symbol on cosmetics It's actually the recommend lifespan (in months) of the product once it has been opened.
Breaking in New Shoes It's no fun. Sometimes you catch yourself thinking, are they even worth it? Probably not. I didn't plan on paying
Study Stall 2.0
$150 for blisters and blood...
You got it, Study Stall is back this month from the 16th. Head along to grab some free grub and chill out.
having a party? register it with good one
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SIX QUICK TIPS FOR HAVING A GOOD ONE your party at 1. Register www.goodone.org.nz 2. put on a spread 3. know who’s at your party 4. think about your neighbours 5. look after your mates 6. call the cops if things get hairy
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Meet Your 2018 Student Executive LINCOLN events. The beautiful thing about Lincoln is that we have a tightly knit student culture and have similar interests. Let’s capitalise on that by introducing Lincolncentric events, alongside the current successful events that are similar to other universities. How cool would a staff vs student shearing competition be on the Forbes Lawn? Small gains make a big difference. Has anyone noticed that there is a door out the back of the library? Think, how much difference would it make to get this opened up, rather than circumnavigating the globe to get out the back of uni (plus it would better promote usage of the workshop).
James Ranstead Kia ora koutou Lincoln University students. After a year of setting ourselves up for success (shifting to Forbes and hiring some excellent new staff), LUSA is in a position to hit the ground running in 2018. The wonderful Danyon Thomas is off to bigger and better things, and I am ready to take on his position as president.
Greater international and domestic student integration. Domestic and international students have been saying for years that they would like to get to know one another better, yet why is it that campus accommodation separates them?
Club support. Running a club is bloody hard work. Providing a strong backing to those really keen people will have trickle down effects to overall club success. It is my dream (dreams are free) to change Lincoln Universities ‘second grade academic university’ mentality. Why aren’t there more academic scholarships? Why are there awards evenings for clubs, community, sports and staff, and not for academic success? And so what if I get on the dean’s list? Cheap food/coffee for students. Yeah, Lincoln has its areas it needs to improve on. Thankfully I am an optimist, and am motivated to make progress on these issues that really matter. I already have a years’ experience with LUSA as your AGLS rep, which will give me the chance to continue the progress that has been made this year.
Student rep system. Development of the student rep system. Students aren’t seeing the point, so let’s inspire them to get involved.
vice-President vice-president Gidday fellas, I’m Dan Stewart — a current first year future leader’s scholar at Lincoln University, studying Land and Property Management. I am from a sheep and beef farm in Southland, and attended Southland Boys’ High School and Coldstream hostel. I’m applying to be the role of Vice President for LUSA as I see a lot of potential for the student’s association here at Lincoln. Student interaction with LUSA has been improving and can continue to do so, through investing in social media activity more so. RAM Issue 7 | 8
As LUSA vice president, everything I do will be for the students, ensuring they get what they want – including clubs, events and academia. I am passionate about Lincoln University, and believe if chosen for this role, I will enhance the opportunities for students in every aspect of university life.
Dan Stewart
Post Grad grad
Secretary secretary Claire McCorkindale
Shaun Snoxell
I grew up on a large sheep and beef farm an hour south from Dunedin and both my parents studied at Lincoln many moons ago. I want to be your secretary next year to bring a real sense of community for the small group of people that stay on to do postgraduate study. At the moment, very little is being done to allow postgrad students to meet and make new connections and friendships. It can be quite isolating being a postgrad student at Lincoln, but it is my aim to work to change this next year so that everyone at Lincoln gets to enjoy the student experience and don’t feel out of place after finishing undergrad.
Before starting at Lincoln, I spent a bit of time trotting the globe. I’m passionate about helping to alleviate poverty, having volunteered in six different countries. I’m particularly interested in how agriculture can be used to help improve people’s livelihoods, which is why I’m studying at Lincoln. Besides helping out overseas, I’m pretty keen on trying to make Lincoln Uni a better place as well. My experience as a Residential Assistant and Club President has given me experience in roles helping students enjoy their time at Lincoln, and I’m keen to continue that.
Mac Thomson G’day! I made the move to Lincoln Uni last year to study B.Com specialising in Supply Chain Management & Global Business. I’m from Adelaide, South Australia and I’ve well and truly settled into the Lincoln life. Lincoln University has an unreal student environment that has connected a great bunch of boys and girls from all over. It has been awesome to be a part of, and I couldn’t imagine studying anywhere else. This passion for supporting my fellow students, as well as my previous experiences on club boards and committees has given me the drive and confidence to represent your views and make sure that we definitely have our voice heard. 2018 is shaping up to be a big year with construction continuing and course structures changing- providing a new experience for all students. As a General Rep I will ensure that the students’ experience and wellbeing is the main priority throughout everything that will be going on. I will make sure that the freshers enjoy themselves from the get go as well as us final year students finish with a rippa last year. Cheers!
General rep
As Postgrad Rep, I want to make sure postgrads get the resourcing and support from the Uni they deserve. The Uni is undergoing continued attempts to cut costs, and a strong student voice is critical to make sure we maintain and improve the quality of our student experience. I will make sure the student voice is heard. I envision a Uni where students have a great time, while gaining a top-notch qualification.
General rep
General rep
Kia ora koutou! My name is Claire and I am currently a postgrad student doing a Masters in Natural Resource Management and Ecological Engineering (which is quite the mouthful!).
I’ve been around Lincoln for a while now, having knocked off a B Com Ag, and now plugging away at my Masters of Agribusiness. My hometown is Waimate, (AKA the Land of Milk and Honey).
Kristy Havill Hi team! After a cracker of a year on the LUSA Executive in 2017, I’m jumping back in the mixer to give it another whirl next year. I’ll be in my third year of a Bachelor of Sport and Recreation Management, hopefully (fingers crossed) representing New Zealand at the World Championships for clay-target shooting and dabbling in a bit of cricket on the side. We’ve made some great progress this year on campus, with lecture walk-outs for the General Election, vast improvements of the Student Rep system and the continuing rejuvenation of Clubs just to name a few. Now with a full staff, and your new Executive, life will get a whole lot better next year – with some big plans in terms of student-dedicated spaces. I love a good yarn about anything, am not afraid of being told what I can improve on and have an overall passion for helping people. Most importantly I’m a student and will back each and every one of you and your interests, and represent you to the best of my ability.
Ally Burns Hi everyone, my name is Ally Burns. I am currently a second-year student here at Lincoln studying Supply Chain Management and Global Business and am absolutely loving my time so far! I was sold on Lincoln ever since I came to the open day back in 2015 and have since found many more reasons to love it. I have a particular interest in being a voice for students and supporting the academic development and growth happening on campus. I hope that as a general rep I can make others aware of all the great opportunities that are available to the students and be able to help in continuing improvements. I enjoy meeting and mixing with all sorts of people and hearing what they have to offer, all of which will be really useful in this role. I have had experience in being a student rep and a club president over the last couple of years and am excited to have the opportunity to serve the Lincoln student community in a new way.
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Last Words From Your 2017 Student Executive
Tessa Williams Vice President I have absolutely loved my time on the LUSA Exec this year. As much as I have enjoyed getting involved in what we are learning, how we are learning and how our degrees look, by a landslide the best thing has been the people. Even if you don’t remember me from Toga Party or Winterball, your beautiful smiley faces and the chats we had that you may not recall (person who moped and cried and got grumpy in detox at Toga, you are
we’ve achieved that. Or if you really don’t think LINC papers should be compulsory or reaaaally rate The Feelers, maybe you’ll take those as a big act of love sharing. Regardless, look after each other and keep talking because it really is the best. Thanks again for your interactions, keep being superstars!
James Ranstead AGLS Rep This year on the Exec had been fantastic!
the exception in this case) were what made it so worth it. Conversation
I have learnt heaps about management and collaboration while
is the simplest thing, and nothing made me appreciate how freaking cool
developing an inside view of the university structure. Collating the
it is until I got the warm fuzzies seeing and talking to all the amazing
student view and feeding that back through to management has seen
people that make up Lincoln. So thanks to everyone who came for a free
some impressive outcomes, with more to come. Recently working on
sausie, who wore black on Thursdays and visited the #TIB stall, who
the elections through bringing MP's to campus and organising lecture
nominated peers who are doing a great job for the Gold Awards, who
walkouts has been a high point, particularly as student voter turnouts
went to club events, who led clubs, who were student reps, or who just
are higher than previous years (we think - data is being collated now).
came and shared an idea or feedback. A special thank you to the person
Finally, getting engaged with the NZUSA team has been great, as has
who yelled, “LUSA! CAN YOU SOBER DRIVE US?!” when I was toasted at
getting to know the other university exec's (and showing to them why
the Grouse well outside of University hours. When I first went for LUSA
they we are best ;) ).
I wanted to share a bit of love, and I hope that in the smallest ways
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Kristy Havill
Ryan MacArthur
ESD Rep
Post Graduate Rep
2017 has been one hell of a time.
It’s been another fantastic year on the LUSA Exec for 2017! Working
From an Exec perspective, it started with Tessa Williams and I getting amongst it with the uni big wigs at the Canterbury Sports Awards, to
alongside your other representatives it’s been fantastic to build on the previous year efforts to continue to deliver on your student experience.
the campaign slogan #RansteadontheRise2017 emerging (you're all
Whilst it hasn’t always been easy to give exactly what it is we know
welcome), and Alex Menzies still not getting her shit together as Social
you may want, we’ve certainly advocated hard to meet the demands of
Co-ordinator and organising a BYO this semester so we can see our
Lincoln students and developed systems and processes to ensure each
amazing outgoing President get rolled. Ah well, beggars can't be choosers.
student enjoys their time at Lincoln for years to come. I’ve learnt a lot
Good luck for all of your exams, but first things first - see yas at Garden Party!
Alex Menzies
from my two years on the Exec and enjoyed giving back after a ripper few years about this place. If you’re sticking around for a bit longer make sure Lincoln doesn’t forget its roots and if your buggering off, all the best with your futures and cheers for a hell of a ride!
AGCM Rep The Exec of 2017 can be described as three things: good banter, a bit of work and Danyon's terrible choice in pasteries. It's been amazing to see LUSA be transformed - all credit to Danyon- into an awesome students' association with great staff and a positive outlook for the years to come. I've learnt a lot this year and couldn't have asked for a better team of Exec members. Apologies for the marginally under cooked sausages and the lack of onions at times but what a cool thing we have going on at Lincoln - a place I'll be sad to say goodbye to. Best of luck to the incoming Exec in making LUSA even greater again! To everyone else, get those costume ideas flowing and I'll see you at Garden Party!!
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TIPS AND TRICKS
From those who have learnt from their mistakes! It’s almost the end of the year, and exams are looming, so there’s nothing like dressing up and letting loose! But first, here’s a few tips on how to survive Garden Party 2017.
DON’T COME IN TOO HOT!
GET THERE EARLY
It’s gonna be a long day. You’ll probably start at 5am, so pace yourself and make sure you actually make it! It would suck to be put straight into detox or be sent back to your hall because you peaked too soon!
Make the most of your ticket! Also, the opening act is epic and before you know it the bands are kicking off and you don’t want to miss the action! Gates open at 10am and be there by 11am.
WEAR SUNSCREEN
COMING ONLY
You’ll get burnt as hell, even if it’s cloudy. You won’t realise till you sober up and take a hot shower, and it stings like a mo fo! There will be sunblock dotted around the place and try and incorporate a hat into your costume or use sunblock spray in your hairline part, otherwise a week later it will look like you have dandruff! Minging.
There will be no coming and going from Garden Party. Once you leave you can’t come back in. So make sure those costumes are secure, bring a few safety pins if need be, make sure you don’t forget your money, ID & tampons!
RAIN, HAIL OR SHINE Nothing stops Garden Party, so check the weather forecast before you come and be prepared. Organise your costume with the forecast in mind too. Feel free to take a breather in one of our tents if the sun gets too much.
BE NICE Be nice to staff, police, volunteers etc. They are a great bunch of people and if you’re nice to them they’ll be nice to you. Plus it may be for your own good even if you don’t realise it at the time.
LET OTHERS KNOW YOU’RE OK Put a call through to Mum or Dad at 9am. They’ll love it, especially when they are at work! Also, look after your mates. There will be medics and support staff there in case of any serious issues.
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EATS There is a FREE cooked breakfast in the Dining Hall from 7am – 10am. All ticket holders are welcome! There will also be a FREE BBQ at the event from the Christian Fellowship. Want to splash out, then there will be Pita Pit, Tommy Taco, Mr Whippy, slushies, hot chips, burgers, hot dogs and much more for purchase.
DRINKS Stay hydrated too - helps with the hangover and acting like a tool on the day. Stay looking sexy and you may even hold a conversations long enough to pick up! Alcoholic drinks can be purchased from the drink ticketing tent until 3pm. $5 per ticket.
COSTUME TIPS
DOOR SALES
The bigger the costume, the more likely you’ll be tackled. Make sure your costume is porta-loo friendly. Nothing worse than pissing yourself because it took too long to undo or you got stuck trying to get in or out of the loo, or it drags all over the brown, slimy wet floor in there.
Door sales will only be available if we have not sold out but there is no guarantee! Plus they will to be more expensive than buying them prior to event day.
Arseless chaps probably aren’t a good idea unless you’re into getting your butt smacked all day! No nudity... please! Don’t be offensive to any religion or race. Wear sensible shoes. The grass gets sloppier as the day goes one. Jandal jam is inevitable but better than a stiletto heel getting stuck in the grass.
COSTUME NO NO’S You won’t be admitted into Garden Party if your costume involves: real or fake weapons, ammunition, dead or alive animals. Get creative. Garden Party has a wicked history of epic costumes, so do a bit of research and lets see what you come up with. NO smuggling in any booze, weed, party pills, e, p, mdma, weapons whatever - even if it’s part of your Walter White or Game of Thrones costume.
BYO? HELL NO! No bottles of any kind (even if they are sealed) or food can be brought into Garden Party. No need! We have it all in there for you. There will be bag checks on entry.
BE PROACTIVE You’re starting early, so prepare for a 10pm hangover. Stock up the day before with Powerade, hang over snacks, even order yourself a pizza to be delivered at lunchtime the next day (as you’ll probably still be too pissed from the day before to drive). You’ll love yaself when you get home to a feed waiting for you.
PRE & AFTER PARTIES Register any parties with Good One - goodone.org.nz . Good One is all about helping you have a great party without things getting crazy. Make sure you know who’s all coming over and remember to think of your neighbours. Go let them know what’s going down. One registered party will even have Red Frogs turn up to cook the whole team pancakes for breakfast!
LOST SOMETHING? Come into LUSA reception on Monday and we may have it waiting for you, if not, register it with us and we’ll let you know if it gets handed in.
HAVE FUN! Garden Party is a must-do experience for all students and the biggest Lincoln Uni party of the year! So, go in with a wicked attitude, meet as many new people as you can, dance your ass off, take heaps of photos of those wicked costumes and have a great time!
R18
Remember your valid Drivers Licence, Passport, HANZ 18+ Card. NO ID, NO ENTRY.
Garden Party EAZY // SOAKED OATS // THE FEELERS // SMASHBOX
In case you missed it, Here’s The LINE-UP
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The Feelers have gone from busking on street corners to becoming pioneers of the kiwi music industry. Formed in Christchurch 1993, founding members James Reid and Hamish Gee are now joined by Andy Lynch (Zed) and Clinton Harris (Opshop). With 5 #1 albums, 250,000 albums sold & 20 top 20 singles the feelers are without doubt New Zealand’s band of the people, the soundtrack to New Zealand Summer, and on Friday 13th October, they will be here to perform for you! Their output is solid and consistently impressive. The Feelers have combined sales of more than 16 times platinum, approaching a quarter of a million album sales in New Zealand alone. They’ve won eight New Zealand Music Awards, including Best Group and Album of the Year.
EAZY Hailing from Queenstown originally, Edward better known as EAZY, this year has been playing alongside some of the biggest names in the music industry such as LUUDE, What So Not and GETTER. With an appreciation for all things drum & bass he quickly discovered his niche in the heavy hitting synths of Neurofunk. Taking influence from the underground Queenstown D&B scene EAZY is a perpetrator of deep, infectious, heavy hitting bass and certainly not one to miss.
SOAKED OATS Soaked Oats are a Dunedin based Shoulder-pop band. Consisting of Oscar Mein on vocals and the Pearly White, Henry Francis on the Bubble Stick, Max Holmes on the Blue Whale and Conor Feehly wielding the Gorilla Sticks. A fusion of delicious tunes hitting the back of your throat with a beautiful mixture of musical instrumentals and sexy vocals will make this was one heck of a gig. The Soaked Oats‘ self-proclaimed ‘surf’ sound is not up for debate.
SMASHBOX Smashbox is a Christchurch based covers band consisting of Kane (guitar/vocals), Dave (drums/vocals), Terry (lead guitar) and Lochie (bass). With a great range of songs, and incredible atmosphere these guys will be sure to have you partying hard. Smashbox give everything to every gig, full of energy ready to get the crowd up on their feet singing and dancing. The exceptional experience in the band keeps Smashbox busy all year playing festivals, weddings, corporate functions, sporting events and Christchurch bars. We ensure a top notch event every time.
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Level one of building C – built for staff and students to meet.
CAMPUS UPDATE
Over the next few months there will be plenty going on around campus to get things spick and span ready for the start of 2018.
A flythrough video was also released on 22 August. If you haven’t
For starters, Stevens Hall, a 52-bed accommodation hall on campus
‘H’ or an ‘I’, depending on how you look at it. At the moment, the
across from the Rec Centre, is getting a bit of an internal facelift.
buildings are called, A, B, C, D and E. We expect the build to start by
Stevens Hall consists of two three-storey blocks, and like Centennial
April 2018, and be fully completed by around July 2020. It probably
and Southland Halls, the rooms are laid out in pods of six. Each pod
seems a long way off but just think, by the time it’s completed some
has a kitchenette, toilet and shower.
of you will be moving in as Post Graduates!
The communal lounge is located in a separate building adjacent to
Buildings A and B – at the northern end of the facility will house
the hall. Built in the 1970’s, it does feel as if not much has changed
the academic and research workspaces, including lab space. These
since then. The upgrade starts at the end of September with some
will be shared between Lincoln University staff and students, and
prep work, and by January there will be new carpets, new paint,
AgResearch staff and students. There will be restricted access to
new lighting and plenty more. There will be some minor tidying
these areas but rest assured, everyone that needs access will have it!
up works completed on the outside of the buildings as well. By the start of semester one next year, it won’t feel like you’re visiting Nana when you walk in the door!
seen it, you’ll find a link to it on LEARN. Have a look - it’s pretty cool. The design is a set of five buildings that join together to look like an
Building C joins it all together in more ways than one. It’s designed to be an open, welcoming space and a gateway to the rest of campus. There will be a new café, a huge ‘heat and eat’ space, and lots of
Another key piece of work to happen ready for 2018 is the
places to meet and chat with like-minded people. This area is open to
replacement of the Air Handling Units (AHU’s) on the roof of the
all staff and students and the local community. Upstairs in building C
Stewart lecture theatres. The current unit was fitted in 1992 and
is another open plan space for students and staff to meet.
whilst it’s been maintained and repaired it’s time to go. The new unit will give users of S1 and S2 improved air quality, be less noisy, and for the Maintenance Team will be much more reliable. Another added bonus is the new unit will have a lower energy usage – which has to be good all round. This work will be done over the summer break and be ready for the start of the first semester 2018.
Building D houses two levels of learning spaces, and the bottom level of most of building E houses the teaching labs. We do great things here at Lincoln University and we want everyone to be able to see it. The rest of Building E will be where AgResearch’s corporate staff and DairyNZ’s field staff sit. These areas will be restricted to those people that need to access them.
Over in the Hudson and Commerce buildings, new carpets will be going into the administration and teaching areas, and across in Forbes the internal stairwells will be getting a bit of a spruce up with new paint.
Lincoln University AgResearch Joint Facility The detailed design for the Joint Facility is well under way, with conversation now turning to things like door handles and colour palettes. The colour palette has been on display in the library for a while now. It has a great story behind it, with the design using materials and colours inspired by the natural landscape around Canterbury and references to local agriculture. RAM Issue 7 | 16
4.08 Learning Laboratories
SADD’s 6 Principles SADD focuses on six key issues affecting young driver safety: •
Sober drivers
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Safe speeds
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No distractions
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Avoiding risks
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Driving to the conditions
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Building experience
Welcome to the Monthly SADD! We have had a very eventful month here at SADD busy preparing for our REMEMBER SEPTEMBER DAY which was held on the 26th of September. At our event we had a sausage sizzle, an obstacle course with beer goggles, a ‘what would you miss’ car (all the things you would miss if you were in a car accident tomorrow) and lots of conversation cards about SADD!! This month, we are all about young drivers like ourselves in New Zealand. Here are a few statistics relating to us! •
Of all 15-24 year olds involved in fatal car crashes between 2013 and 2015, 79% were male.
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The total social cost of the crashes in which 15–24 year-old drivers had the primary responsibility was $951 million. This is 25 percent of the social cost associated with all injury crashes
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5-19 year old drivers make up just 4% of all licensed car drivers yet between 2013 and 2015, this age group accounted for 9% of all driver involved in serious injury crashes and 7% of fatal crashes.
Safe driving everybody. Holly Smith sadd.org.nz
Photo Credit: Ruby Caning RAM Issue 7 | 17
Cancer Society & Key To Life Charity Fundraiser
On the 5th September 2017, OT Photography NZ held a charity fundraiser for New Zealand’s Cancer Society, and Mike King’s ‘Key To Life’ Charitable Trust, in order to help raise awareness to the severity of both Cancer and mental health/ suicide, and how they’re affecting so many New Zealanders every year. Raffle tickets were sold, and donations were made to help raise money, which was split between these two amazing community charities.
To conclude the event, we formed the words #ITSOK with the very patient and kind-hearted audience of Mike King’s speech, and were photographed from the air, to create a photo for the RAM and to sell around the local community to help raise awareness. To everyone around Lincoln University and Christchurch who contributed, helped organise and coordinate the event over the past two months with me, I would like to say a HUGE THANK YOU to you all. We raised over $400 from raffle ticket sales and all your extremely generous donations! This money for the Cancer Society, is going toward incredible cancer treatment
Mike King kindly came all the way down from Auckland
research, improving the strength of community and patient
especially, to give a 20-minute talk about what mental health in
support groups, and families who require financial support, while
New Zealand is doing to our youth, and how we need to recognise
the money going to Mike King’s amazing charitable trust, will be
and deal with it. A very touching and deep talk and it certainly
used to help the promotion and education systems behind raising
connected with many people who attended.
awareness to the destructive potential of our youth through mental health and suicide.
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STUDENT INITIATED EVENT
Special recognition needs to go to the following people and our amazing sponsors, who made this event possible, and who supported the cause 100%, taking time out of their own to help market, organise and contribute to the successful running of the event. Mike King Key To Life Charitable Trust Emily, Amanda and Kate Cancer Society Jayne Smith Recreation Centre Julia Wills LUSA Media/Marketing Laura Illingworth LUSA Media/RAM editor Alex Kilday, Genevieve Gillespie Local event coordinators Lincworks Lincoln University Groundsmen Alan Gilmore NZ Cricket Mary Allan Chaplin Lincoln Student Health Centre
Sponsors SUBWAY Coffee Culture The Famous Grouse iSushi Hillyers – Cottage Café Lincoln University Bookshop
QUARTS Restaurant, Rolleston St John Ambulance New Zealand Police – Andy Williamson Collective Hair, Lincoln DJI Ferntech New Zealand
A huge CONGRATULATIONS to our raffle winners! Our 1st prize winner was Karen Townley, who won over $200 of fine dining and leisure vouchers! Thank you, Karen, for your incredibly kind contribution to our event! We hope you enjoy the wicked prizes! Our 2nd prize winners were Teegan McCabe and Scott Reid, who collectively won $120 of food vouchers for Lincoln and Rolleston. The PERFECT STUDENT PRIZE, so thank you very much for participating in such a great cause guys! Our 3rd prize winner was Maureen Russell from Rolleston, who won $50 in fine dining vouchers and baking goods from our local Cottage Café in Lincoln! Congratulations Maureen!
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2018 COMMUNITY PARTNER PROGRAMME OUTWARD BOUND CLASSIC COURSE SCHOLARSHIPS
Thanks to generous donations from our funders Outward Bound have a number of new scholarships available in 2018. These scholarships are for those involved in community organisations, for the Classic 21day course.
WHO IS THE PROGRAMME SUITABLE FOR? •
Individuals involved in community work with a non-for profit organisation
Outward Bound is calling for expressions of interest from those keen to participate in our 2018 Community Partner programme.
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Ages 18 – 26
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For those aged 27+ there are scholarships available for 8 and 21 day courses
CLASSIC COURSE
“ I walked away from Outward
You’ll step outside of your comfort zone; camping, tramping, sailing and scrambling to push yourself to the limit. In doing so you’ll find out more about yourself, others and the world around you. You’ll find a sense of belonging, leaving Anakiwa with new connections and life-long friendships. The Classic course gives you the focus and perspective to decide on your future direction.
Bound with inner and outer strength. I felt like I could take on the world and nothing could stop me.
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The Classic is the original and iconic Outward Bound experience, a perfect balance of adventure and reflection.You’ll take time to consider your personal values and work out what’s important.
- Sammy Jane Garrett
TO REGISTER OR FIND OUT MORE CONTACT: JAMES WILSON ON 022 643 6318 OR EMAIL JWILSON@OUTWARDBOUND.CO.NZ
AWARDS
2017 SPORTS PERSON OF THE YEAR Sam Bosworth
2017 SPORTS TEAM OF THE YEAR LU RAMS
2017 OUSTANDING CONTRIBUTION Danyon Thomas
2017 BLUES RECIPIENTS Lauren Bruce
Athletics
Natalie Bocock
Rowing
Ben Williams
Basketball
Laura Cockroft
Rowing
Connie Poletti
Basketball
Alice Grave
Rowing
Clay Target Shooting
Rose McEwan
Rowing
Canoe Slalom
Davina Waddy
Rowing
2017 GOLDS RECIPIENTS
Kristy Havill Jack Canham Kyle Jamieson
Cricket
Mark Taylor
Rowing
Hannah Greaves
University Life
Henry Shipley
Cricket
Sam Bosworth
Rowing
James Beattie
University Life
Kirsty Nation
Cricket
Jared Van Vianen
Rowing
James Ranstead
University Life
Kate Smith
Cycling
Alana Bremner
Rugby
Jan Buter
University Life
Charlotte Symes
Hockey
Becky Davidson
Rugby
Jo Frew
University Life
Amelia Calder
Hockey
Brett Cameron
Rugby
Joseph Williams
University Life
Jessie Anderson
Hockey
Hamish Dalzell
Rugby
Kathryn Ellis
University Life
Lawrence Darling
Hockey
Ereatara Enari
Rugby
Myles MacKintosh
University Life
Declan Keaney
Hockey
Josh McKay
Rugby
Roger Cresswell
University Life
Kirsty Nation
Hockey
Caleb Makene
Rugby
Libby Twiss
Community Engagement
Ellie Bird
Netball
Becky Davidson
Rugby Sevens
Nick Beattie
Community Engagement
Charlotte Elley
Netball
Jesse Houston
Rugby Sevens
Julie Gillespie
Community Engagement
Isabella James
Netball
Joseph Williams
Squash
Sam Blackmore
Community Engagement
Lily Fletcher
Netball
Becky Davidson
Touch Rugby
Alice Ingham
Community Engagement
Kate Lloyd
Netball
Dan Stewart
Water Skiing
Sam Strangman
Community Engagement
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International Club Update The International Club has been in full swing this semester. A new influx of students have arrived and everyone is more eager than ever to mix and mingle. On Friday 21 July, the club hosted a potluck dinner for its members. Those who attended brought a plate of food relevant to their home country that everyone can share and enjoy. We had 30 people in attendance from various different cultures and nationalities. The Potluck Dinner was an awesome way for attendees to interact with one another in a relaxed and social environment, to create new friendships. I encourage everyone to attend the next dinner as it is a great way to network with people from all over the world! The week following, the club held a friendly badminton competition in conjunction with the Badminton Club here on campus. This was a great way for the two clubs to socialise and meet new people. Our badminton skills were put to the test which resulted in plenty of laughs and fun for all. The Lincoln University International Club would like to thank the Badminton Club for being so welcoming and supporting of this initiative. No doubt new friendships have been made! Semester 2 has also been full of action. We are hosting a “coffee catchup event� where club members and domestic students can interact and share conversation. We are also running a trip to Akaroa which will be exciting for everyone involved! Please recommend to your friends on campus to sign up to the LUIC! James Beattie RAM Issue 7 | 23
Best Club
Tramping and Climbing Club
Best Club Runner Up
Lincoln young Farmers Club
Best New Club
LU Mountain Biking Club
Best Off-Campus Event
Tramping and Climbing Club's Bouldering Marathon
Best On-Campus Event
LEO's Boiler Tour
Most Valuable Member of Christian Fellowship
James Lee
Most Valuable Member of Soil Society
Tim Craig
Most Valuable Member of LUTCC
Veronica Penny
Most Valuable Member of LUTCC
Myles MacKintosh
Outstanding Contribution to Campus Life
Christian Fellowship
Outstanding Sporting/Recreation Club
Badminton Club
PLAY CRICKET WINNERS 2017
With the women and girls of
Soils Society
Outstanding Faculty-based Club
Lancaster Park Cricket Club Congratulations and thank you to all of the clubs on campus.
Outstanding Social Club
International Club
Outstanding Contributions to Community
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Lancaster Park Cricket Club has a proud history in the women's game and are on the hunt for new players to join us! All ages and experience levels are welcome. If you are interested in a fun-filled summer please contact us at this email address. RAM WANTS STUDENT
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Halls of Residence: Sunday Baking
A new initiative for halls students this year has been Baking Sundays. Every fortnight Halls students are given free rein over the Catering Kitchen to make whatever they’d like. A few Sundays ago a group from Hudson came together to put on a High Tea for all of their hall – how cool!
Global Challenges: Students on the Town On Sunday the 24th of September, a bunch of our Global Challenge Scholarship students went out visiting the Lincoln Township to “show and tell” their projects. The students visited various churches in Lincoln and shared their projects with the communities. The projects chosen for the visit were community oriented and so sparked people’s interest. Members of the communities interacted with the students asked questions and expressed opinions. This was a wonderful opportunity for the Lincoln community to meet LU students and discover mutual areas of interest. The projects presented were: Count your Chickens Sustainability predator free Healthy Food Clearing and sustaining our waterways A great thanks to the students who gave of their time on a fine Sunday morning, and a very big thank you to the Lincoln Catholic
Masterchef
church, the Lincoln Union Church, the Lincoln Baptist church, and the Lincoln Chinese Christian Church, who supported the initiative, and dedicated of their time in a most welcoming way. A special thanks to Sam Liu of the Lincoln Chinese church (and is also a member of the LU chaplaincy team) who was our translator during the Chinese church service. The visit was a collaborative initiative between LU chaplaincy and the Global Challenge Scholarship team at Lincoln University.
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Healthy Relationships 101 Sophie is currently studying a Master of Health Sciences at the University of Canterbury. Her passion lies in preventing intimate partner violence, including sexual violence. Alongside her academic studies, Sophie has developed her ‘Empower-yourself’ guidelines and workshops which present ways in which communities can prevent violence by empowering individuals to develop positive sexualities, and healthy, relationships built around consent and respect.
Healthy relationships involve partners who are supportive and encouraging, who openly communicate, who don’t judge,
University is an interesting experience. Amongst the endless
who accept you for how you look and for what you believe in
hours of studying which we came here to do, we are all
and who listen to your opinions, values and beliefs. Healthy
experiencing a new way of living life: we are beginning to
relationships are built on trust and healthy boundaries, where
explore who we are and make connections. Many, but not all,
both partners are free to spend time alone and together. Healthy
of us flat, go to parties, consume alcohol/drugs and partake
relationships explore what both partners like/love about each
in the odd ‘netflix and chill’. For many of us, university is a
other, where both partners experience respectful and consensual
journey into the real world of self-sufficiency and independence,
sex, where pleasure and intimacy is inclusive, and partners can
which can be confusing and overwhelming. One confusing
say what they do and don’t like sexually. Healthy relationships
and overwhelming aspect, is understanding ourselves and our
aren’t built on power, control, lies, deceit, jealously, anger/
sexualities. We meet new people and develop relationships. Some
violence, checking up, following, shaming or blaming. Healthy
find the perfect partner, or have fun, great casual sex, whilst
relationships are built on support and mutual respect for each
others get their feelings hurt, with boundaries being crossed. Yet,
other’s privacy, feelings and values. It doesn’t mean that there
I think we are all worthy and capable of experiencing healthy
won’t be disagreements or conflict, but during these times we
relationships.
can solve them fairly, rationally, using active listening and
I am 22 years old, and I learnt what a healthy relationship is
‘I-statements’ saying I feel… I want… I need…’ without violence.
the hard way. I am a survivor of intimate partner violence and
I think one way to develop a healthy relationship, is to develop
rather than my first relationship and first sexual encounter being
positive sexualities. Now when I talk about sexualities in terms
healthy, consensual and respectful, I experienced what a healthy
of healthy relationships, I’m not just talking about gender or who
relationship isn’t. Through my experience, I can see just how
you are attracted to. When you think about the relationship you
vital it is to understand what a healthy relationship looks and
have with yourself and with others, think about your feelings,
feels like.
values, behaviours, desires, pleasure and intimacy which
Albeit if we are going through our university journey, with or without a partner, albeit if we are having casual sex or in an intimate relationship, we all deserve healthy relationships with ourselves and with others.
underpin those relationships. Think about what you stand for in a relationship and whether these components of a healthy relationship are there. Think about how your actions may impact your partner or somebody you have sex with. Are you being respectful? Are you asking or receiving consent? The more you ask yourselves these questions, the more you start to develop
Support Services @ Lincoln University LUSA Student Engagement & Representation Coordinator Kate Lindsay: students@LUSA.org.nz +64 3 423 0582 Student Health and Support Healthsupport@lincoln.ac.nz +64 3 325 3835 Mary Allan and the team of Chaplains Mary.Allan@lincoln.ac.nz
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positive sexualities, and the more you start to develop a healthy relationship with yourself and with others. So, embrace your sexualities and empower yourself and others to develop healthy relationships. By Sophie Bailey
Do No Harm
activities. In Indonesia and Malaysia, such activities are punishable by caning. Drug traffickers face execution.
by Professor Robin Pollard, Vice-Chancellor
One of the saddest experiences in life is to realise, after the event, that we have unnecessarily harmed someone else. Sometimes the harm is inadvertent and sometimes deliberate.
Students at a Queensland university in 2013
Lincoln students have impressed me in their
post this year with an “inglorious legacy”.
were expelled from a computer lab reserved for indigenous students; their comments on Facebook about segregation led to accusations of racial discrimination and then to extreme criticism of the Human Rights Commission. The human rights commissioner departed from her
relationships with each other. There is a Our society is not immune to ‘political
maturity and sophistication that reflects our
correctness’ that shapes and imposes
mix of regional and urban origins, with personal
constraints on individual behaviour. ‘Moral
integrity rated high amongst the values.
panic’ is a term for the fear that spreads But Lincoln University has also recently
through communities, transmitted by media,
seen some behaviours that are highly
that certain people in our midst threaten
inappropriate, involving harm to fellow
In any era, attempts to dictate the behaviour
our values and interests. Wikipedia records
students, and I implore you to avoid that.
of others, and especially of students, are
hysteria over day-care sexual abuse as a
generally unpleasant and unwise. At Lincoln,
moral panic that spread from California to
constraints on alcohol and other pleasures
Christchurch.
Alcohol-fuelled behaviour is easily understood but less easily excused when it harms others. Reduced inhibitions and increased bravado are risky. More difficult to manage are feelings of superiority over people different to ourselves. Possible bases of denigration are many: race, religion, language, personal appearance,
in our post-WWII period led to the early departure of College Director Eric Hudson.
Balancing liberty with societal cohesion, the latter enforced through norms, is something
A well-regarded champion of 1970s NZ
to be ever debated. My entreaty to Lincoln
agriculture and agricultural trade, MP Colin
students is to preserve your liberty by never
Moyle, was berated out of parliament by PM
harming others and by keeping an open mind.
Robert Muldoon for suspicion of homosexual
gender in its rainbow hues, and so on. Moments of stupidity can be dismissed by ourselves, but will be long remembered by others who suffer during those moments. Severe irreparable harm is unforgivable. Societal norms change over time, but harm continues to be done. The Christchurch of my youth was mono-cultural: at Cashmere High School there was one Maori student amongst some 1,300 pupils; Chinese were most often found selling fruit and vegetables. Ignorance was pervasive. Divorce was considered
“Moments of stupidity can be dismissed by ourselves, but will be long remembered by others who suffer during those moments. Severe irreparable harm is unforgivable.”
shameful, and RAM magazine was banned.
RAM WANTS STUDENT CONTRIBUTIONS In 2018 the RAM wants to share the voices of Lincoln University Students through opinion peices, advice columns and more. Make your submissions to RAM@lusa.org.nz
D I A S W U E DID YO 1
You said you wanted to revisit your lectures.
We will start recording lectures wherever possible.
You said you wanted to track your progress more quickly. 2 We are returning marked assignments and tests within three weeks. You said you wanted more choice. 3 We increased the number of electives in most programmes.* You said you wanted recognition for the papers you chose. 4 We increased flexibility with additional majors that you can add to any degree.* You said you that LEARN is outdated. 5 We are planning a LEARN makeover that will make it much easier to use. You said you needed more time to change your courses. 6 We extended the enrolment period by three days.
*Pending CUAP approval
On the Saturday 9 September the LU Tramping and Climbing Club held the inaugural Castle Hill Boulder Marathon, a rock-climbing competition on the limestone boulders of Kura Tawhiti/Castle Hill. Back in the good old days there were a number of bouldering competitions held at Castle Hill, but this dwindled to a single comp every year as part of the national series. Now even the national series is held indoors, but the outdoor comps are great fun and a fantastic way to introduce people to the magic of Castle Hill.
Castle Hill
Boulder Marathon The comp organisers got a bit of a snowy surprise when they arrived at
weird and unique, with lots of blank, rotund boulders seemingly
8am to find a few centimetres of fresh snow covering everything, and
devoid of any holds. It can be a bit bewildering for beginners, and even
most of the boulders were soaking wet. The sun was shining though,
the seasoned climbers got schooled, as no amount of plastic pulling at
so we began hauling gear up to the event site, and marking out the
the gym can prepare you for a day at the Hill! Everyone tried hard and
climbs for the competition. As the first climbers arrived at 10am, the
had a great time, and if anything the snow added an exciting, surreal
sun had disappeared, it was snowing heavily, everything was wet,
element to the day. Bouldering is a very social form of climbing, with
and the organisers were panicking! Soon after the sun was out, and we
people trying climbs in groups and helping each other to find solutions.
were scrambling around on top of the snowy boulders with a towel,
Thanks to some very
whacking the snow off so they would dry more quickly. Yes, literally
generous prize donations
drying the boulders with a towel! By 10:45am, the rock was drying
there were heaps of spot
rapidly, the climbers were ready, and it was all on.
prizes, and almost everyone took home a prize. The prizegiving was held under a large rock overhang as the snow came down heavily, although the sun was out again as everyone headed back afterwards. Balin Robertson was the male winner (42 climbs), while Sandra Rossum took out the female section (17 climbs) Kolle Collis and Joe Zonneveld shared the Lethal Weapon prize for the most difficult climb of the day.
24 climbers tackled 120 climbs over 4 hours, with prizes awarded for the most climbs completed, and also for the most difficult climb. The selected climbs ranged from very very easy to very very hard, so there was something for everyone, including complete beginners. The sun stayed out for the morning, with a lunchtime snow shower. The afternoon was overcast with a few more snow showers, but this didn’t
The Boulder Marathon was a great success, and the organisers are keen to hold more events in the future. Huge thanks to our sponsors, Bivouac Outdoors, Cactus Outdoors, Uprising Boulder Gym, and the YMCA Climbing Centre. Also thanks heaps to LUSA for their support of this event. Written by Myles Mackintosh
dampen anyone’s enthusiasm. Climbing at Castle Hill is completely RAM Issue 7 | 29
Lincoln University Tramping & Climbing Club, Term 3 Tramping and Climbing Club had an eventful start to Semester Two, with trips held every week throughout the term. It is great to see so many of our members keen to get out and about, despite it being winter!
that we were walking on! Mueller Hut was half-buried in snow (kudos to Fin for clearing the snow in front of the door so we could get in!), despite the fact that the hut sits on stilts a couple of meters above the ground! After a bit of a wander to check out the views, it was soup for dinner and a night of yarning before bed. Weather closed in the next morning, as we walked
Mount Grey
out with fresh snow falling and the odd clap of thunder in the distance.
We kicked the term off with a day trip up Mt Grey, in North Canterbury.
Sliding down the hill generally proved the fastest means of decent, and
The track leading up to the summit gently wound its way through native
we reached the bottom in less than half the time it took us to climb up! A
bush, offering the odd glimpse of a view across the valley or the plains.
hot drink, something to eat, and a dry change of clothes were welcome
The two dogs had far more energy than the five humans, bounding up
comforts when we reached the shelter at the bottom, before taking in the
and down along the track, checking out all the sights and smells while
stunning views along the drive back to civilisation.
we meandered along at our own pace. Breaking into the tussocks as we
Arthur’s Pass
neared the top, we were met with spectacular views of ...grey fog. A biting
We had the best of both worlds with our trip to Arthur’s Pass, as we
wind greeted us at the summit, so we hurried our way along the track into
hiked in the mountains and snow during the day, before returning to
the tree line, before stopping for a bit of a lunch break. Descending via
the comforts of the fireplace, beds and electricity of Cockie’s Crib in the
the Red Beech Track proved a little more rough and challenging, leaving
evenings. Saturday took us on an easy walk along the front of Mt Bruce to
us glad we took the loop in the direction we did! Any day spent in the
Lagoon Saddle, with spectacular views of the Waimakariri Valley opposite
mountains is a good one, and a good time was had by all.
us. After a long lunch and hot drink at the A-frame, we wandered back up
Boyle Flat
to the saddle; leaving the track to check out the Lagoon itself, which was
Having the largest group that we have taken on a trip this year must
frozen over in the depth of winter. Back on track, we headed along the side
have brought us some luck, as we were fortunate enough to be treated
of the Waimak Valley, taking in the views before reaching the tree-line. A
to spectacular weather and views on both days! The valleys were clear,
social evening was spent at the cottage, with a pot-luck dinner and board
which made for easy going, but we were treated to vistas of snow-capped
games in front of the fire, while listening to the rain and thunder outside.
peaks and ranges surrounding us. A few hardy individuals headed over
The rain persisted the following day, so we contented ourselves with a
the top of Mt Faust, while the bulk of the group came in via the valleys,
short walk to the Devils Punchbowl waterfall; the longevity of the walk
all meeting together at Boyle Flat Hut. A group effort was put in gathering
does not detract from the waterfall’s impressive power! As we approached
and splitting dry wood for the fire, before settling in for a night of banter,
the base of the waterfall, we were hit with a blast of wet air created be
cards and story-swapping. The morning started well with a big pot of
the shear force of the water falling and hitting the rocks below. Definitely
mocha and a refreshing dip in the stream for some, before heading back
worth a stop to see, if anyone is passing through that way! Back on the
over the swing bridge and onto the return trail. Good banter, guessing
road, the weather cleared as we headed east, calling for a final stop at Castle
games and soaking up the views passed the time as we wandered back to
Hill to check out the boulders and views.
the cars, setting the walk out on par to match the day before!
Written by Ronnie Penny
Mueller Hut Snow of spectacular proportions, views to die for and brilliant company to match; my first winter trip into the ‘big country’ was a raging success. After checking in at the DOC office, we left the Hooker Valley down at appropriate as a flight of steps took us half way up the slope, finishing just before where the Sealy Tarns were buried deep beneath the snow. After a bite to eat (while taking in views of Mt Cook and Hooker Glacier), crampons were pulled out of our packs and strapped to our boots, and we were ready to tackle the next section of slope. Steadily trudging our way through kneedeep snow, we climbed the rest of our way to the top of Sealy Range. The odd slip through into chest-deep snow ensured an appreciation for the crust RAM Issue 7 | 30
Photo Cred to Ronnie Penny
~760 masl and it was onwards and upwards! ‘Stairway to heaven’ seems
West Coast, New Zealand: Copland Track and Welcome Flat Hut. Written by Anna Adriani Up the Copland Track and to Welcome Flat Hut on one of many trips with the Lincoln Uni Tramping and Climbing Club. Since coming to New Zealand from California, I’ve been on multiple tramps with the club, but this one stood out among them. This was a LONG 7-8 hour hike that we spent trekking up hill, Photo Cred to Ronnie Penny
clambering over waterfalls, trotting down swing bridges, and hoping over muddy patches. Again and again, I find that New Zealand has more fresh, running water than a drought-tolerant Californian like me could comprehend. The experience of
The Copland Track (BTW there were hot pools!) Written by Jodanne Aitken I’m starting to think that I’m getting a false reality of what the West Coast is truly like as it seems to be that whenever the tramping club plans a trip over the Alps, the West Coast pumps out
climbing over waterfalls that went right across the track took this impression to a whole new level: I was in awe. The forest on the West Coast reminded me inexplicably of the temperate rainforests of Northern California, but with tree ferns instead of towering pines and redwoods. So even among all the water and the glacial rivers, I felt at home.
a cracker of a weekend. I truly don’t think I have experienced rain
Even though I lagged behind for much of the walk and was
on the West Coast. If the stellar weather wasn’t enough to make
exhausted and hurting with blisters by the end, the beautiful views,
you put this missed opportunity into the category of “biggest life
the hot pools at the end, and the sense of accomplishment were
regrets”, the following will….
well worth the struggle. The company of lively internationals and
The day started with a nice small river crossing. The decision to take off our boots was a good one as we had seven hours of hiking ahead of us and everyone knows that dry boots makes it a
supportive kiwis made for a fun evening of playing cards and telling stories. The next morning, we watched the sunrise from the Copland River and were headed back down the track before I knew it.
little bit more enjoyable. Our group of 20 then spent the next 6-7
In many ways, this track was a real challenge for me. In the end,
hours taking in the beautiful surrounding bush, watching Kea’s
though, I climbed my mountain no matter the exhaustion and the
play above, getting to know one another, and marvelling at the
hurts. I made some good friends while I was at it and saw sights
size and power of the many waterfalls we crossed. A personal
that changed my perspective of our world. This is a tramp I know
highlight would have to be the sheer number of different countries
I’ll remember for the rest of my life.
and cultures present on the trip. As a Kiwi, I was definitely outnumbered but it was great getting to know everyone and hear some stories about where everyone was from. Lunchtime was at Architect Creek Hut after which we continued trekking up the Copland river. We crossed some amazing swing bridges and a few gnarly looking slips. With energy running low but hot pools on our mind the Welcome Flats hut was a ‘welcome’ sight. The evening was spent eating, yarning, star gazing and hoping between hot pools. It would have to be one of the best huts I have ever been to purely because of the hot pools and the amazing scenery that went with it. The next morning, we hiked out the same route. The walk out was even better than the walk in. The sun was shining, it was warm, and I found an amazing hiking stick (SCORE!!). The drive home involved a stop in at the brand-new Franz Josef DOC office and a Photo Cred to Anna Adriani
fish and chip stop at Hokitika. The trip would have to be one of my highlights of the year. Needless to say, I think everyone needs to do this hike at some point in their life. It is accessible to most people and contains some of the best scenery, swing bridges and hot pools I have ever come across.
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SUN PROTECTION SLIP-UPS With the weather heating up and the summer season on its way our thoughts turn to outdoor adventures. It’s wonderful to forget your troubles on lazy summer days but don’t forget to slip, slop, slap and wrap.
The Cancer Society of New Zealand encourages people to be SunSmart from September to April between 10 am and 4pm. This means: slip into sun protective clothing and slip into shade; slop on a broad-spectrum sunscreen with sun protection factor (SPF) of at least 30; slap on a wide brimmed hat and wrap on some sunnies. Combining these SunSmart actions will give you better protection from harmful Ultra Violet radiation (UVR). Follow the Cancer Society’s Top Ten tips to maximize your sun protection.
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(Sun) Screen Time
This is one screen time you should have more of! Slop on a water resistant, broad spectrum sunscreen with a sun protective factor (SPF) of at least 30. Look for the AS/NZ 2604:2012 standard on the label and check the expiry date. Remember, sunscreen needs to be stored at a temperature below 30°c.
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It's a Cover Up
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Carried on a Breeze
Covering up when you’re outdoors for a long time will help avoid painful sunburn. Sunburn can increase your risk of developing skin cancer at any time throughout your life. Wear a hat, sunnies, a collared shirt and sunscreen on exposed skin for good protection. Remember, only Salmon look good with pink skin!
If using a spray sunscreen outdoors watch out that you don’t get caught in a breeze where sunscreen blows away. If the sunscreen doesn’t land on your skin your skin will be unprotected.
Shady Business
It’s important to take cover and seek available shade when outdoors for a long time. If no natural shade (trees) or built shade (shade awnings) is available, try taking along your own shade umbrella or pop up gazebo.
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Stay Alert
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You're Late to the Party
The Sun Protection Alert tells you the time each day that you need to protect your skin and eyes. Click on your city or town on the map to see your Sun Protection Alert time for the day. Visit http://www.sunsmart.org.nz/sun-protection-alert.
If pulling out the sunscreen and slopping it on is the first thing you do at the beach or an outdoor event, think again. Applying sunscreen at least 20 minutes before you enter the sun allows time to develop a protective barrier. Top up at least every 2 hours.
Your Technique May Need Some Work
If you think you are using enough sunscreen but still getting caught out, you may not be using enough. Use enough to provide good coverage for all parts of your body that are exposed to the sun. Ensure that you apply sunscreen 20 mins before going out into the sun and re-apply at least every 2 hours. Be sure to reapply after swimming or during exercise or sports where you may sweat heavily.
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Leave Wrinkles to the Elephants
Your skin is like an elephant- it remembers all the UV exposure you have received throughout your life. All the sunburns, tans and time spent outdoors without sun protection adds up and increases your long-term risk of skin cancer. Unprotected exposure can lead to premature skin aging and wrinkling.
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Brimming with Protection
Wearing a wide brimmed hat can provide shade for your face, neck, ears and scalp which are the most common areas for sunburn. Darker fabrics and fabrics with a closer weave offer better protection. Wearing both a hat and sunglasses can reduce UV exposure to these areas.
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It's a Wrap
Although the eyelid is designed to protect the eye, its skin is exceedingly thin and fragile and can be injured by UV light. Sunglasses help to reduce the UV exposure to your eyes. Choose close fitting, wraparound styles. Look for the label AS/NZS 1067:2003.
For further information about sun protection visit https://canterbury-west-coast.cancernz.org.nz/ reducing-cancer-risk/what-you-can-do/sunsmart/
We're helping you to get off the sofa this summer and do something worth while Experience NZ's nature the natural way.
Read in the sun.
Get your mates together, grab a tent and some beers and hit the wilderness harder than Bear Grylls. Not literally. Take some food, water and a sleeping bag unless you prefer to kip out under the stars. Remember safety first.
Find a warm sunny spot, get comfortable and read that book you've been meaning to start all year.
Visit some alpacas. If you're headed down south this summer, be sure to make a stop at Gem Alpaca Stud situated on the main highway from Christchurch to Queenstown. Who doesn't love alpacas?!
Stargaze *cough* romantic*cough*. Surprise the girl your like or your SO by taking her up the Port Hills one warm summers night and admire the stars. Tell her how she is as beautiful as the stars that light up sky. See what happens next...
Backyard cricket. Grab your mates, a few beers and host a backyard cricket tournament. Loosers have to man the barbie for the rest of the night.
Toast marshmallows and sausages. Set up a bonfire, stock up on sausages, marshmallows and skewers. Make sure you've checked fire restrictions in your area before lighting a fire. Alternative, use the BBQ.
Host a street party. Put some fliers in mailboxes on your street asking people to bring a plate. Pick some chill music and fire up the BBQ. Have fun and get to know your neighbours.
Can't beat the beach. This time of year is perfect to hit the beach. Bring heaps of snacks, liquids and sunscreen and make a day of it. Make sure to put in your fish and chip order to top of a great day.
Games night. Pull out all of those games that have been in storage since last summer and get your friends and family together. Learn a new card game or play an old classic.
Bush walks. The scenery in and around Canterbury is truly outstanding. Find a track suitable to your skill level, buddy up and go bush. Definitely make sure you take a camera!
Picnic. There are heaps of awesome picnic spots around Christchurch, even Hagley Park is ideal. Fill up the chilly bin with drinks and finger foods, bring a picnic rug and ball to throw around, arvo sorted!
Local pools. Hit up the community pools in your togs ready to swim a few laps. Make sure you've got enough sunscreen on to last the time you're standing in line for the slide. Nothing worse than beening a lobster...
Berry picking.
Icecream, you scream. Gather up the girls and hit the supermarket for all things sweet. Fill your baskets with lollies, chocolate, biscuits, sauces, and icecream. Set up a self serve icecream bar and enjoy.
Do a quick Google of nearby berry picking farms, take a few containers and get picking. One for the container, one for yourself, you know the drill.
Watersports. Whether its body surfing, boogie boarding, surfing, jet boating or water skiing, just get amongst it. You might develop a new hobby.
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It’s that time of year again, time to hit the books and try our best to study over EVERYTHING we’ve learnt this semester. It’s gotta be overwhelming, so that’s where LUSA
does our part to give you a well deserved distraction and little push of motivation with Study Stall. Eight days of cool treats and tasty food. Add this one to your calendar!
HOT DRINKS
Wed 25th
Thur 26th
Fri 27th
SAUSAGES
BBQ BURGER
Tue 24th
HUG A HUSKY
Mon 23rd
PIES
Fri 20th
HOT DRINKS
Thur 19th
ICEBLOCKS
Wed 18th
HOT DOGS
Tue 17th
LABOUR DAY
Mon 16th
BACON BUTTIES
[Food will be served at 11.30am]
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Wine APPRECIATION CLUB And that’s a wrap, Lincoln Wine Appreciation Club of 2017 had its final tasting on 27th of September and what a turn out! We celebrated the occasion starting with an assortment of sparkling wines. Thanks to Callum the President of the Beer Appreciation Club, we had a healthy selection of beers for tasting. A member, Joey,
also brought along some wines from his collection to add to the mix. A birthday amongst the group caused for chocolate cake too. With all of this, we had a great night tasting wines, beers and cakes to close up the Wine Appreciation Club for another year. Our President for next year was also present to learn the ropes of it, ready for a strong year next year.
"At 34 Middleton Road what you will likely find, is a group of six girls over whom we have all once pined. These Lincoln lasses, they’ll always know what’s up and once they start talking they won’t shut the fuck up..."
‘34 Middleton'
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Biddy Chaffey is first on everyone’s list, if you’ve locked lips with Biddy, by an angel you’ve been kissed. Her real name is Bridget but she prefers her nickname the most, maybe that’s why she shags people with names like Beater, Lizard and Post. Flora Brons, she sometimes lives there, when she’s not up north being a wife. With her vegetable garden and neck scarves, she’s well ready for married life.
She swears she’s there to watch her cousins, but they’re from Taihape so I suppose that as well as the Centennial Ave boys, she’s probably shagged the Stratton bros. Speaking of the Stratton’s, Alex Menzies is in the flat. In first year she achieved commendable scores, with her intelligent yet sexy chat. But gone are the glory days, when our AgCom rep was a hoe, now she’s settled with a new bae, her “sexy love biscuit” Beau.
But we’ll never forget first year Bronsy, going hunting in her G-Banger. She has since then settled down, making do with just one wanga.
Finally, there’s Millie McLean, the token alumni of STAC, she ditched her high school lover to give the rest of the Bales a wack.
Next is Kate Gower-James, both brains and looks you wouldn’t believe, but unlucky for the Lincoln lads, she’s got a shepherd that she’ll never Le
She’s been known to bake cakes on the piss, but none of her flatmates dug it, so maybe she should stick to breaking her bed and making lots of noise with McNugget.
Lievre. Katie wins first place for having the best lips and tits (Kellow, 2017), but the downside of her heavenly rack, is her constant affliction of stips. Speaking of nipple erections, the RAMs make Harriet hard, if there were penalties for spading the talent, Haz would get a red card.
"This house is full of love and not just the one-night kind, the biggest hearts and nicest rigs, that you’d be so lucky to find." These girls deserve the world and I’m sure they will go far, if only they could work out who shat on Harriet’s car! RAM Issue 7 | 37
GLOBAL CHALLENGES: EAT WELL — WEEKLY PLANNER Monday Healthy Souvlakis
Tuesday Serves Four
Healthy Burgers and Chips
Ingredients:
Ingredients:
750g chicken, lamb or beef
750g lean/premium mince
4 wholemeal pita pockets or wholemeal wraps
4 Wholemeal burger buns/ bread rolls
Lettuce
½ Onion
Tomatoes (sliced)
Salad (Lettuce, Red onion, Tomato)
Red onion (sliced)
4 slices of edam cheese
Carrots (grated)
2 large sweet potatoes (kumara)
Edam cheese (grated)
Mixed herbs, Pepper and salt
Grapeseed oil
Grapeseed oil
Natural yoghurt and sweet chilli (optional) Method: 1. Cook selected meat on a pan with oil on a low heat. Once chicken is golden brown it is cooked. Once lamb/beef is brown in the middle it is cooked. 2. Once the meat is cooked use pan to heat up the pita pockets/ wrap. You may also use the toaster to cook pita wraps. Once they are warm and starting to crisp up they are cooked. 3. P repare individual fillings. 4. Cut open the pits pockets by slicing through the middle and fill with the lettuce, tomatoes, carrots, cheese, red onions and meet. Or start with the wrap open and roll up with all the ingredients.
Serves Four
Method: 1. Preheat oven to 180C on fan bake. Cut sweet potato into chips slices and microwave for 2 minutes. Spread sweet potato chips onto oven pan and lightly gaze with oil, herbs, pepper and salt. Bake for 20-30 minutes until golden brown. 2. Put mince, ½ onion diced and some oil into a bowl and mix. Roll mixed mince into four patties. 3. Cook on low heat the patties until golden brown onto and light brown in middle. 4. Prepare the lettuce, tomato, red onion and cheese. 5. Put cheese on top of the buns and toast in oven till golden. Serve the burgers with buns on top and bottom, and all the ingredient inside. 6. You may serve with low sugar tomato sauce and natural yoghurt.
Thursday
Wednesday
Quick Tomato Soup with Cheesy Garlic Dippers
Healthy Nachos
Serves Four
Ingredients: (serves four)
Ingredients:
750g of lean/premium mince or chicken
400g can cherry tomatoes
4 wholemeal wraps
1 tbsp caster sugar
2 cans of diced natural tomatoes (no flavouring)
100ml vegetable stock
Salad (lettuce, tomato, red onion, carrot)
Dash of Tabasco and Worcestershire sauce
Grated edam cheese
2 tbsp mascarpone
Grapeseed oil
Few torn basil leaves (optional)
Mixed herbs
For the dippers:
Natural yoghurt and sweet chilli (optional)
1 medium wholemeal roll, halved 1 garlic clove, halved 125g ball mozzarella cheese, shredded Method 1. Put the tomatoes, sugar, stock and sauces into a medium pan with salt and pepper. 2. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5-10 mins. Stir in the mascarpone and blend to a smooth soup. Heat the grill to high and toast the wholemeal roll until golden. Rub with the garlic, season, then top with the cheese and grill.
Serves Four
Method: 1. Preheat the oven to 180C on fan bake. 2. Cut the wholemeal wraps into triangular shapes and drizzle on baking tray with oil and herbs. 3. Cook the wraps in oven for 20 minutes or until crispy and brown Cook the mince/chicken in a pan with oil until golden brown Once the meat is cooked add the cans of tomatoes and simmer till the sauce is nice and hot. 4. Place corn chips on the bottom of plate, serve the mince/chicken on top. Sprinkle some cheese and grill in oven till cheese is melted or microwave for a minute. 5. Serve with salad, natural yoghurt and some sweet chilli sauce on top.
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Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Vegetable and Bean Curry
Chicken Stir-Fry
Burritos (Chicken or Vegetarian)
Serves Four
Serves Four
Serves Four
Ingredients:
Ingredients
Ingredients
200g kidney beans
600g Chicken breast
600g chicken (optional)
Half a crown pumpkin
2-3 cups brown rice (can substitute for white)
2 tins of chilli beans
3 carrots
1 tsp garlic
1 onion
Head of broccoli
1 tsp ginger
12 wholemeal tortillas
3 medium kumara
1 tsp oil
1 tin of sweetcorn
Red curry paste
1 onion
1 capsicum
1 can coconut milk
Vegetables of choice (carrots, broccoli, cabbage,
Lettuce (seasonal)
2-3 cups of brown rice
green beans, capsicum)
Tomato (seasonal)
Coriander stalks.
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp cumin
1 tbsp sweet chilli sauce
1 tsp chilli powder
Method 1. Cut and peel kumara, carrots, broccoli and pumpkin.
Method 1. Fry off onion, garlic, and ginger for 2 minutes.
Cheese Sour Cream
2. Add diced chicken until golden and cooked.
Method
Cook vegetables fully and add beans.
3. Add chopped vegetables and stir fry until tender.
1. Fry diced chicken until golden and cooked.
3. Add coconut milk and a teaspoon of red
4. Add sauces until desired consistency and flavour.
2. Combine onion, oil, cumin and chilli powder
2. Cook vegetables in a pan with a little oil.
curry paste, and let the vegetables simmer. 4. Cook 2-3 cups of brown rice and serve with coriander on top. 5. Put cheese on top of the buns and toast in oven till golden. Serve the burgers with buns on top and bottom, and all the ingredient inside.
5. Serve over rice.
over a low heat. 3. Add capsicum, corn and beans until heated through. 4. S erve in tortilla wraps, with lettuce, tomato, cheese and sour cream. *Optional – once wraps are filled and rolled, can sprinkle cheese and bake for 10mins.
6. You may serve with low sugar tomato sauce and natural yoghurt.
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The Rams season was once again something special. Gaining the threepeat this year really highlighted the mahi the boys put in off the field, such as Jono’s onenight-only threepeat of his own. We won 15 out the 18 games we played. Although we lost a few, at least we were more consistent than Matt Ral’s relationship status. In our first loss to the dark horses Linwood we played dustier than Nic Souchon on a Thursday morning. However, this proved a handy wake up call, we all pulled our head out of our arses, and became a herd of mahi hoihos. We slowly ticked teams off like Matt Heff and his 2017 tally, scraping through to the final like George Stratton getting a degree.
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The crowd there was second only to the overly enthusiastic froth of thirsty WAGs at an after party. They had us more barred up and ready to wrestle with men than Callum Burrell after a slab of diesels. The after party on Suva was a major highlight. We all got lit and a few become sloppier than Dom Devine’s rig. The Rams would like to thank everyone who supported us this year and we hope to see you all next year. To the WAGs who stood in the cold and pretended to care about a bunch of boofheads, you the real MVPs. We look forward to some down time that we can use to rehearse Danger Swigs and mahi walks, or whatever the next bandwagon is that we jump on. Written by Joel Hintz
2017 was another great season for Lincoln University Netball club. We encountered many ups and downs as all teams and sports do. We had a disruptive start to the season as some of our premier A team players moved to a more visible platform, including Ellie Bird, Kate Lloyd and Charlotte Elley all gaining contracts with the Tactix. Furthermore, Bella James and her involvement with the Beko netball league. Courtney Miller also gained her cap for 50 games played for the LU netball club. Once our ANZ Championship players returned and we had a full team we headed into the championship round strong. Unfortunately after a close semi-final down to the last minute we were unable to get the win and went home 3rd place overall narrowly missing out on final yet again. It was a season of new combinations and a chance for some younger players to get some experience and I would like to congratulate our most improved player Laura Axcell and the player of the season Kate Grant. Throughout the season LU Netball also entered a team in the Massey Agriculture Exchange which comprised of a mix of A, B and C team players representing our University and did us proud. After our club season was over we were privileged enough to take a side up to Auckland to compete at the New Zealand University Games which was an awesome experience for us all which included both premier A and B team players. We had a tough first pool and came 5th overall, a good effort after a long weekend with three games on the first day. A huge congratulations to the C team who had an outstanding season winning every game that came their way, a few players even made debuts for our premier A side in the first rounds which shows the depth we have here at Lincoln University. Finally I would like to thank all our management and support staff including Aileen Taylor, Claire Lewis, Peter Magson, Peter McInnes, Rachel Stead and Callum Brown, we couldn’t do what we do without you. Thankyou also to everyone who have supported us this season and good luck with end of exams fast approaching. Written by Gabby Thomas (Prem 1 captain)
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WOW WEEK (18th – 22nd September) WOW Week flew by in such a blur, but what a week it was! Thanks to all those who came out to play – whether it was grabbing a hot saussie of the BBQ on Monday, stopping by for a cheeky cuppa and slice of cake on Wednesday, attending
Lincoln Labyrinth Feeling a little bit more stressed than usual at
#Thursdays in Black National Survey Results Release
the moment? Come and try walking the Lincoln Last month Izzy from #Thursdays in Black
building. The Labyrinth is an ancient form of
Aotearoa was on our campus as part of the
walking meditation dating back 5,000 years. It is
national #TIB survey release road show. The day
a simple, engaging way to let the mind and body
was super informative, and just confirmed how
relax while focusing only on walking between
important it is for all of us to stand up in this
the lines to the centre of the Labyrinth and back
space, be a bystander and help to make a change.
Mental Health Awareness Week
which looked at sexual harassment and sexual
Following along with the theme of ‘Nature is
The survey received over 1400 responses and
Key’, be sure to keep your eyes peeled around
is the first of its kind in New Zealand, following
campus for all of that springtime beauty – plus
similar climate studies conducted by student
a few little surprises the WOW team has dotted
organisations internationally.
mental health and wellbeing, so get out for a breath of fresh air and sunshine today!
some pictures from the week below.
of an opt-in survey conducted by NZUSA assault experiences within tertiary education.
great way to grow, support and nurture our
looking forward to next year already! Check out
The ‘In Our Own Words’ report was the result
This week is Mental Health Awareness Week!!
around campus. Connecting with nature is a
piece or two of one of our many puzzles around campus. We hope you enjoyed it, and we’re
Labyrinth – located outside the old LUSA blue
out again.
the #TIB Hui on Friday or simply putting in a
Some telling findings were that, of the 1,103 respondents to the question (surrounding sexual harassment), 83% said they had experienced some form of sexual harassment when presented with a list of descriptors. Of the 936 respondents to the question (surrounding sexual assault), 53% said they experienced some forms of sexual assault when presented with a list of descriptors. Students described sexual assault as most commonly being perpetrated by someone they were dating at the time or had previously dated. The second most common was another tertiary student. If you would like to check out the survey, or for more information – you can do so by checking out the following link: http://www. thursdaysinblack.org.nz/survey If you or a friend are ever in need of support please note that we have a number of support services available on campus – such as student health, the Chaplains, LUSA Student Support and the #Thursdays in Black Society
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WINNER ‘DIGGING DEEP FOR PAUA' COME ON IN TO LUSA TO COLLECT YOUR VOUCHER TODAY!
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GEMINI MAY 22 – JUNE 21
LIBRA SEPT 24 – OCT 23 Although your instincts are often right, there are times when fear gets in the way. Stamp on that fear like you would a spider running across your bedroom.
AQUARIUS JAN 21 – FEB 19 You discover a need to feel more connected your natural surroundings, perhaps try veganism, get a pet cow or sleep outside on the grass. This will bring more meaning to your life and will have you thinking about new projects and ideas you’d like to work on, like building a free range petting zoo.
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CANCER
OCT 24 – NOV 22 You’re getting bored of ‘looking after yourself’, now it’s just a thing you do. It may fit your needs for now, but doesn’t fit with your future plans. Take advantage of the energy you have and channel it towards finding the one.
You know you’ve messed up in the past but now you’re trying to make it right so the diet starts Monday, for real this time. Although healthy food seems boring now, it is the foundation to what you really want to see in the future, abs of steel. You may wonder if this is the route is the one to success, well, that’s up to you.
JUNE 22 – JULY 23
PISCES FEB 20 – MARCH 20 You're entering an emotional time of your life. This is a reflection of how many romance films you watch and is a signal you don't get out enough. Get out more often.
Your habit of ordering a pepperoni pizza every Friday night is starting to get you down. It’s time to make some changes, Hawaiian is calling your name. You’ve recently resisted the opinions of others impacting your dinner choices, but your resistance is wearing thin. Follow your gut.
SAGITTARIUS NOV 23 – DEC 22 You are in an argument with someone you care about where you will have the final say. There will be resentment you are unaware of, they wanted Chinese takeaway, not Thai. Take a step back and evaluate the situation you’re in, next time, make them chose dinner.
LEO ARIES MARCH 21 – APRIL 20 A chain of events has proved to you that more of the same bullsh*t won’t help you get where you need to be. Put down the Vodka and pick up a pen and paper. Pen + paper = notes = study. You are resistant to change but you’ll find yourself surprised with the outcomes. You might even graduate this year.
CAPRICORN
You’re heading in a direction that makes you feel like someone else is calling the shots. That’s what the referee’s job is. The stars advise listening to the ref unless you want a penalty. Your team won’t appreciate you losing them the game.
VIRGO
DEC 23 – JAN 20 There is someone in your life that you’ve been able to depend upon, they even shout you drinks and dinner. However, you don’t want the relationship to develop romantically. It’s now the time to pull out the classic ‘friend zone’ move.
JULY 24 – AUG 23
AUG 24 – SEP 23
TAURUS APRIL 21 – MAY 21 You’re at a crossroads where a decision needs to be made, iPhone 8 or iPhone X?? Someone will say to you “maybe you should try Android”. Laugh don't try Android. There are financial benefits for you in the near future where you will receive some money, iPhone X it is.
You may have recently joined a mailing list that you feel connected to and have a sense of belonging, every day at 3.05pm you receive an email in your inbox. There will be some issues arise from this new crowd, like a pile of stuff that ‘isn’t like it was in the picture’. It’s best to stick with what works, Kmart and Briscoes.
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$10 eye exam
PLUS 25% off glasses
for Lincoln University Students when selecting 1 pair from the $169 range or above* Riccarton Westfield: (Level 2, near Hoyts), 343 1499. Riccarton - Windmill Centre: Clarence St, 0800 WINDMILL.
*$10 eye exams available for Lincoln University Students only. Valid LU ID card must be presented at time of exam to redeem offer. $10 eye exams apply to standard eye examinations only normally valued at $60, reduced to $10. Excludes contact lens examination. Limited to one per Lincoln University Student every two years and subject to appointment availability. 25% off applies when selecting one pair of glasses from the $169 range or above. Current LU card must be presented at time of purchase. Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer, other than the $10 eye exam. Offers can only be redeemed at Specsavers Riccarton Westfield and Riccarton Windmill.