Edition 3 | 2015

The Voice EDITION THREE

WATERPOLO | INTERNATIONAL NIGHT| EASTER AROUND THE WORLD| TO DO ON BREAK| Earth hour| COLOURING -IN PAGES|

I DREAMT A DREAM WHERE THERE WERE TWO WEEKS WITHOUT CLASS...

A well-deserved two week break is finally here. After all the hard work we have put in to pass week six, we are treated with two-weeks of freedom which will mostly be spent stressing over our mid-semesters that are due upon our return. Many of us will return home, others will still be seen in the dining hall wondering where all these strangers came from.

On the bright side, we don’t have class for two weeks. If you’re going home, enjoy home-cooking at 8pm and the availability to watch TV til late because you don’t have class the next day - HA! Whatever you’re doing this break, take some photos (don’t forget a nice filter) and enjoy every moment of it because it’ll be over before you know it.

So for this issue we’ve decided to call it ‘pause’, so here’s a re-cap of the weeks that have just passed and some articles to get you in the mood for the mid-semester break. We hope you take some time to relax, kick-back and watch the sunrise because you deserve it - hooray for making it this far!

Jack + Ivana

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With the sports co-ordinator once again missing in action, Menzies descended upon the Macquarie University gym to face our greatest enemy - an over-chlorinated, urine filled human soup bowl. Oh, and DLC as well.

While we didn’t fare as well as we did in Volleyball, Menzies put in a valiant effort nonetheless - as if we would expect anything less.

A special mention to Brenna Mac for an amazing performance in the women’s relay!

A very special thanks to the Village for showing up this time.

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Sword of Diversity

By Leon Dhemba A myriad of tribes, tongues, and nations All abiding in one multi-differential globe, called earth.

Different colours, one people--one in body composition, A fact so hard to grasp from the day of our birth.

Was the Almighty, to those who believe in creation, Deranged to beautify this place with such multiple oneness?

A question worthy of our daily contemplation.

Onto a growth road has man embarked With a weapon so powerful and deadly at his disposal.

Its blade so long and sharp, it penetrates the murk, Dispels and quenches the fiery darts of love artificial.

Diversity is our weapon, I suggest you take this to heart, To enable and equip us to endure many a trial Of ignorance, of hatred, out of which we must depart, But history stands tall, negating my claim Showing discord and bloodshed instead of love and affection.

Conflicts over people’s differences, we are not all the same The weeds of discord grew without much attention.

The past is gone; the future is now, at unity we must aim Unity in diversity, this is our ultimate vision.

Dear brother, dear sister, to each that has a brain Use the sword wisely, before your life comes to completion!

Raising my face to Heaven's peaceful heart I close my eyes, extend my arms in supplication Waves of love and hope beam from the start Spreading across earth, nation to nation.

Judging not, in wondrous humility we hark Everyone to live in harmony, with no provocation Building great bridges of spiritual awakening, of human art Remembering what those before died for, to build our great nations We are tempted to forget, so let us remember To share the mercy that we've been given Unto us was given these blessings of splendour.

That we may live as one people regardless of race and religion!

This is my wish to everyone in the world That our hearts be joined in heavenly adoration Uplifting the weary, the broken and downtrodden Beacons of redemption, from nation to nation.

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Winning Entree: Onion Bhajis (Indian) (Avanti Joshi /Naomi Folder/Meenaatchi Saverimuttu)

Bhajis are a spicy Indian snack with several variations. They are a popular street food in India and can be eaten as a stand alone starter or as a topping for other Indian meals. The basic recipe consists of chopped onions being mixed to form a dough with other ingredients (like flour, herbs and spices) and then fried in oil. In southern India, Chili Bhajis are a popular variation.

Aside from being a popular street food in India, Bhajis also top the list of comfort food in India when it comes to monsoons.

(Serves 3-4) Ingredients • 1 selection dips & chutneys (to serve) • 1 tsp salt • 1 tsp ground coriander • 1 bunch fresh coriander • 2 white onions • 150 g gram flour • 1 tsp paprika • 1 tsp turmeric • 1 tsp ground cumin • 1 tsp fennel seeds • 150ml water

METHOD: Preheat the oil in the pan to 175˚C Peel and using a food processor slice the onions Stir together the Gram/Bessan Flour, paprika, turmeric, ground coriander,cumin, fennel seeds and salt. Add the fresh coriander Add 150ml of cold water until you have a thick gloomy paste Mix the sliced onions into the batter until well coated and lower small blobs into the oil. Fry for 3-4 minutes turning them often, until gold and crispy. Drain before serving.

Winning Main: Panang tofu curry (Vegetarian) (Thai) (Matt Croese and Benjamin Sam)

Panang curries are a milder form of curry compared with other thai curries. While the herbs and spices are generally pretty standard across recipes, the meat used in the curry can differ greatly. Traditionally beef is used as the meat in the dish, but chicken as well as tofu or other vegetarian/vegan options are also common. The name ‘Panang’ possibly relates to the Malaysian island state ‘Penang’.

(Serves 4-6) Ingredients: • 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil • 1/2 cup finely chopped shallots • 2 tablespoons finely grated peeled ginger

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4 garlic cloves, finely choppped 1/4 cup organic peanut butter 2 teaspoons turmeric 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon hot chili paste (such as sambal oelek)* 1 cup water 1 13 1/2-to 14-ounce can organic light coconut milk 3 kaffir lime leaves or 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice and 1 1/2 teaspoons finely grated lime peel 1 tablespoon (firmly packed) golden brown sugar 2 14-ounce packages organic firm tofu, drained, cut into 1-inch cubes 1 1/2 cups 1/4- to 1/3-inch-thick slices peeled carrots (about 3 medium) 1 1/2 cups 1/4- to 1/3-inch-thick slices peeled carrots (about 3 medium) 1 large red bell pepper, cut into 3/4-inch pieces

METHOD: Heat oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shallots, ginger, and garlic; cook until shallots are tender, about 6 minutes. Add peanut butter, turmeric, cumin, and chili paste; stir until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes. Whisk in 1 cup water, then coconut milk, lime leaves, and brown sugar; bring to simmer. Season sauce with salt. Add tofu, carrots, and bell pepper; simmer over medium heat until carrots are tender, adjusting heat to medium-low if beginning to boil and occasionally stirring gently, about 20 minutes. Season to taste with salt.

Winning Dessert: Syllabub (England) (Jack Bailey)

Syllabub is a sweet dessert. It is described by the Oxford English Dictionary as “A drink or dish made of milk or cream, curdled by the admixture of wine, cider or other acid, and often sweetened and flavoured”. Syllabub has been known in the UK since at least the early 1500’s. A reference is made to the dish in Thersytes by John Heywood, (The dish is called solybubbe). Syllabub was apparently originally made by a milkmaid milking a cow directly into a jug of cider.

(Servies 4-6) Ingredients • 284 tub whipping cream • 50g caster sugar • 50ml white wine zest • juice from ½ lemon

METHOD: Whip the cream and sugar together until soft peaks form. Stir in the wine, most of the lemon zest and the juice. Spoon into glasses or bowls, sprinkle with the remaining zest and leave to set in fridge for at least an hour.

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easter around the worLD a quick glimpse of a few different ways in which Easter is done

POLAND The Polish have a Easter Tradition called ‘Smingus-Dyngus’ which is done on Easter Monday. Boys will try to drench others with buckets of water or squirt guns. The legend has it that girls who get soaked will marry within the year, dating back to the origins in the baptism of Polish Prince Miesko in 966 AD.

HAUX, FRANCE Each year a massive omelette is served in the town’s square. The omelette is said to use more than 4,500 eggs and can feed up to 1,000 people.

The tradition arose from Napoleon and his Army who travelled through Southern France, after stopping in a town to eat omelettes the town gathered to make a giant omelette the next day for the army.

CORFU, GREECE If anyone knows how to throw plates properly – it’s the Greeks. On Holy Saturday the traditon of ‘Pot Throwing’ occurs on the island of Corfu. That’s right, people throw pots, pans and anything else they can find out their windows. The custom is rumoured to have originated from the Venetians who used to get rid of old items while others say it welcomes spring, kind of like a spring clean that shows hope of new crops in new pots.

Verges, Spain Holy Thursday marks the town of Verges to hold a unique tradition called ‘dansa de la mort’ which better translates to ‘death dance’. It includes performance from ‘The Passion’ which basically means people in skeleton costumes parading through the streets. It ends, frighteningly, with skeletons carrying boxes of ash. The dance begins at midnight and continues on til morning.

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In 2004, the World Wildlife Fund for Nature met with Leo Burnett (an advertising firm in Sydney), with the goal of creating a dialogue among Australians in regard to climate change. Two years later, under the tentative title “The Big Flick”, the idea of a widespread switch off was well under way. The WWF presented their idea to the Lord Mayor of Sydney, Clover Moore, and Fairfax Media, who agreed to back the event. In 2007 the first “Earth Hour” was held. Since then, Earth Hour has continued to grow every year. For this years Earth Hour, over 170 countries and territories took place in the event. Over 1200 landmarks worldwide were incorporated into the event, as well as one small residential college in Macquarie Park.

Earth Hour has garnered retractors over the years, critics who argue that turning lights off for an hour does not really make an impact. Earth Hour, however, is designed to be a symbolic action rather than an energy saving exercise. The WWF sees the event as a catalyst for governments, businesses and most importantly individuals to talk about climate change and to take a role in combatting it.

Earth Hour tip: Make sure your glow sticks work.

Thanks everyone for your support during Earth Hour. Earth Hour serves to raise awareness about the huge difference we can make through small habits. So here are some tips to saving power at college!

Tip 1: Turn off the lights when you leave a room – it’s not that hard.

Especially in the shared bathrooms and common areas.

Tip 2: Turn off your stuff when you aren’t using it. Your computer does not always have to be on, you could even try going outside once in a while.

Tip 3: Shorten your showers. The average shower uses 7 litres of water per minute and heating that water uses an immense amount of energy. Kill two unsustainable birds with one sustainable stone. Go forth earth warriors!

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things to do while on break...

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MARCH 16- 30 Jules: ‘I hate fishy fish’

Laura: ‘I want a robot slave’

Maddie Martin: ‘I just want a slave’ Jazz: ‘I'm just mature’

Connie: ‘I liked that movie they were in about the cocaine....called blow’ Jules: ‘There’s a girl in my drug that does ice’

Maddie Martin: (upon seeing Mac in boxers) ‘I can’t look at you. That’s porn’ Erica: ‘He was cute’ Darcy: ‘He was a driver!’

Jack: ‘She's a great guy’

Wilbur: ‘Talk shit get hit’

Imogen Southwell: ‘Toby is like a closed book. I can read him really well’

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the number of times a student on average has cried this term alone over uni work Ivana: (refering to her parcel) ‘Look how my mum writes ‘Menzies’ .. ‘Mesiez’ Chris: ‘Hasn’t she adjusted from Serbia yet?

Jack Bailey: ‘Are ducks fish or birds?’

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the number of days freshers seem to go out per week

Laura Crandell: ‘I have no time to study cos I'm keeping up with all my Tinder boys’ All overheards and memorable moments can be submitted to The Voice via Facebook message FACEBOOK.COM/thevoiceofrmc

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CONTRIBUTE TO your VOICE are you a creative soul, a drawer, photographer, enjoy writing, been or done something cool recently or anything in-between? talk to Jack Bailey (B106) or Ivana Stojanovic (CG04)