By Sophia Kwak-Fang and Katie Zhao Music video expressing the joy we find in music - inspiration drawn from the song by Beach Bunny

Mia Basic I feel everything is so ordered and structured. Even as a kid we would do creative writing tasks but if it wasn’t ’structured right’ it was incorrect. Creativity is taken away without realising it and it feels as we get older there is this plug in us that says if I can’t play an instrument or draw or write then I’m not creative and it stops our flow even starting. And I suppose that’s where the power of music comes in, because for me it puts a plug on order and stru

By Emily Taylor, Alyssa Maggio, Eloise Hartshorn and Jennifer Loughman 2012 -  Ward   Africa by Toto 2013 - Ward   Mr Blue Sky 2014 -  Kuring-Gai Adiemus 2015 - Mornane     I Wanna Hold Your Hand 2016 - Aston Unwritten 2017 - Maye   Tenterfield Saddler 2018 - Barry   Big Yellow Taxi 2019 - Barry   Karma Chameleon 2020 - Mornane (People’s Choice Award) 2021 - Mornane    Warriors   2022 - Kendall  Freedom 2023 - Maye  Que Sera 2024 - Maye  Man In The Mirror 2025 - Maye  Don’t D

By Kiera Short My friends know that I have the best music taste, so I’m here to share some of my favourite bands and songs that you may not know. I listen to many different artists, so it was a struggle making these lists and picking favourites. I did try to pick ones that are really good, and probably lesser-known, so I hope you enjoy. Firstly, the artists and bands. I would like to make some honorary mentions to Nirvana, David Bowie, Queen, The Offspring, The Who, Nicklebac

By Clara Ding and Shriyaa Madan Gopal Two ‘southern-gothic’ divas possessing an Americana aesthetic and excellent spread of music; Ethel Cain and Lana Del Rey. I feel we are enabled to speak for many that this ‘beef’ was incredibly unexpected and distasteful to react to as close friends and as an Ethel Cain superfan and a Lana Del Rey supporter. What was supposedly a harmless tweet and a multitude of unproven rumours that spiralled into a diss track - Ethel Cain hated my inst

By Ally Chan In the 1950s, everybody was rocking and rolling out to the one, the only Elvis Presley. But they also rocked and rolled out to some other dudes too: Chuck Berry, Little Richard, Buddy Holly, and Frank Sinatra. You may know them from songs like Jailhouse Rock, Heartbreak Hotel, or It's Now or Never by Elvis Presely. Perhaps Chuck Berry's most famous songs, like Johnny B. Goode, Maybellene, Roll Over Beethoven, Rock and Roll Music, and Sweet Little Sixteen.  In the

by Tilly Merton Music has a unique ability to reach parts of us that words alone cannot. Across cultures and generations, music remains a constant companion — quietly supporting our mental, emotional and social wellbeing. In this article, I have decided to add sufficient evidence to my claim about the release of cortisol levels (the stress hormone). I will be measuring my heart rate throughout the full completion of this article, with music being played in the background, sta

By Liliana Cannizzaro Hey, everyone! My name is Liliana and I am a chronic music listener. I spend most of my time at home in my bed crying to my favourite albums, some of which I speak about here! Today, I’m presenting you with artists everyone has to give a go listening to at least once, if you’re a weirdo like me that is. These artists blend relatability with amazing quality, which impresses me and would probably impress you too! So, without further ado, let’s get started!

By Shriyaa Madan Gopal The Berklee College of Music is an incredibly prestigious music school known for its alumni, including Charlie Puth and Lauv, and for the 300 Grammys they have won. Berklee is renowned for its contemporary approach to music and diverse programs. This summer, I came across an opportunity to audit Berklee’s free music theory course on EDX. So, is one of the top music institutes’ courses actually worth it? It’s a six-week course made up of YouTube videos p

By Hannah Kent What? BoyThrob started as an online boy band project that came together over social media DMs and unsuccessful American Idol auditions. Evan Papier and Anthony Key first linked up after their Idol experiences on American Idol (where they were both rejected), as they both felt that their solo careers had hit a ceiling. Through social media, they discovered Zachary Sobania and Darshan Magdum online and decided to form a group aiming to create a boy band that was

By Sabrina Whenman You’ve likely heard of the Hunger Games, whether it be the books, movies, stage show, or even the music. Yes, the music. But how can a book series have music?  The Hunger Games series by Suzanne Collins currently has five books and five movies.  For the books we have: The Hunger Games (2008) Catching Fire (2009) Mockingjay (2010) The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes (2020) (Also called TBOSAS) Sunrise on the Reaping (2025) (Also called SotR) And for the movie

How come music attracts the most over the top outfits? By: Kimaya Mahindra and Charlotte King Let’s talk about the 2026 Grammys, an annual event that celebrates accomplished musical artists. And this year, some outfits definitely took everyone by surprise. In this article, Charlie and I (Kimaya) will share our opinions on these glittery and glamorous outfits and decide if they were ‘Slayed or Outplayed.’  First, let’s start off with Sabrina Carpenter, who wore a custom Valent

By Emily Choong 4th Gen Kpop boy group Stray Kids is celebrating their 8th anniversary on March 25th, 2026. To honour this significant milestone, here’s a brief look at their top 3 songs released in 2025. CEREMONY CEREMONY is the second track and the title track of Stray Kids’ 4th full length album, KARMA . Despite its release in late 2025 (August 22nd), it gained approximately 89.3M streams on Spotify by the end of the year! It has become one of the most recognisable and wel

By Stephanie Ma What is art to you? When someone brings up art, you may think of the greats; Van Gogh's Starry Night, Leonardo Da Vinci’s Mona Lisa, Johannes Vermeer's The Girl With The Pearl Earring. Perhaps, you have a broader ideal of art. Fashion shows, filmography or even public protests. Either way, it most likely means something to you.  Maybe the stars in the Starry Night represent a light in the world, and you like to get lost in the swirls that dance through the nig

By Thea Boyd Are you looking for some songs to add to your New Year’s playlist? I got you! Here are 10 absolutely FAB songs to add to your favourite playlists. Flowers  by Miley Cyrus. (Very upbeat and gets you in the mood!) Calm Down  (remix) by Rema & Selena Gomez. (Rhythmic and good for crowds) Midnight City  by M83. (Dreamy, perfect for New Year’s!) Sunroof by Nicky Youre & dazy. (Summery vibes and bright feels) Heat Waves  by Glass Animals. (Very chill, good for late nig

New Year Fireworks & Traditions across the world.  By Jennifer L, Eloise H, Emily T and Lizzy P  Across the world, all different countries welcome the New Year with different traditions. The most iconic ways to celebrate are fireworks, but each place has their own special meaning behind them. In this article, we decided to rank the most impressive New Year’s fireworks and traditions from around the world. These are ranked from the most spectacular to the most unique. All of t

By Joanna Cowan No. 1  Wuthering Heights (14th February 2026) A passionate and tumultuous love story set against the backdrop of the Yorkshire moors, exploring the intense and destructive relationship between Heathcliff and Catherine Earnshaw. Their press tour has been stunning so far but we will see about their movie. No. 2 Mercy (January 23) Set in the near future, a detective accused of murdering his wife has 90 minutes to prove his innocence to an advanced AI judge. If yo

By Ainsley Benbow Quiz Link - Which High School Musical Character Are You?

By Ainsley Benbow The Alhambra is an ancient palace, fortress, and citadel complex located in the city of Granada in southern Spain. Peering over the city on a rocky hill, protected by mountains, forests and surrounded by the Darro River, the Alhambra has been witness to political, geographical, social, and economic changes for hundreds of years. Originally built as a fortified royal city, the Alhambra served as a political and ceremonial heart of Muslim Granada for centuries

By Ally Chan Well, we must all know about the iconic Sydney fireworks, the beautiful ones at Sydney Harbour. Well, some people all across the globe do very different things. For example, in Spain, there is a tradition of eating 12 grapes on New Year's Eve, and in the South, black-eyed peas are eaten instead.  In Denmark, in addition to all the noise coming from the fireworks, they smash plates at their neighbours' doors; I wouldn’t want to be in Denmark over the New Year. In

By Jennifer Loughman This is what some Normo girls have said and based on studies, you may disagree.  10   At the bottom of the sleigh ride, Noelle . “If this is about Christmas spirit, I think I’ve got some of that.” Santa’s daughter, Noelle Kringle (Anna Kendrick) has always been full of Christmas cheer, just not full of responsibility. But when her brother (Bill Hader) runs away before his first Christmas Eve as Santa, Noelle must save the season herself. With humor, heart

By Shriyaa Madan Gopal This article is a murder article. Not literally, I didn’t take the Halloween theme that far. But the words, “this song is a murder song,” was what Billy Idol used to tell people when describing his classic 80s hit, ‘Eyes without a Face.’ With its distinct synth and guitar riffs, the song has certainly made its influence on New-wave synth pop music. However, behind this dark ballad, there is a past, or rather, a girl named Christiane, and her descent int

By Kiera Short and Isabella Scotti Most of you have probably seen Sophie Silva before, but for those who don’t know who she is, she’s a fashion content creator who has created numerous amazing costumes over the years. Here, we have collected our ten favourite costumes to share with you. First up, we have Jack Skellington from her recent 31 days of Halloween costumes! The makeup is on point, and the costume is costuming. The dress and corset are absolutely perfect, with the st

By Ainsley Benbow Commonly associated with turkeys and apple pies, Thanksgiving is an annual holiday in the United States and Canada which dates back to the pilgrims era.  It all started in 1960, when a group of English settlers, the Pilgrims, arrived in North America aboard the Mayflower, seeking religious freedom and a new life in the ‘New World’. The first winter they spent in Plymouth (present-day Massachusetts) was utterly devastating, with nearly half of the 102 passeng

By Isabella Scotti Everyone has at one point or another assigned colours to their subjects, and some of you may have wondered why you...

By Olivia Sukari you are the darkness. when i asked you whether you thought you were the sun, the moon or stars, you told me you were the...

By Liliana Cannizzaro  Introduction   It’s inevitable that you have heard some form of sexist music in your life, either on the internet...

A Song of Nang Tani: The Banana Tree Spirit By Heidi Rong the banana trees do not protest—   they cradle themselves,   green limbs...

By Charlotte King Oprah Winfrey To start off this new 'series' we have Oprah Winfrey, an undoubtedly influential person who changed the...

By Charlotte Barnett and Lucy Gray The 2025 Met Gala was nothing short of outstanding. Honouring 300 years of Black self- expression in...

By Sophia Kwak-Fang “Please don’t put your life in the hands of a Rock and Roll band” - Oasis Music is everywhere. It’s the soundtrack of...

By Ainsley Benbow, Ava Carroll and Mackenzie Eyles Ice Ages - ‘Let it Go’ by Idina Menzel, from Frozen (2013)   “ Let It Go ” from Frozen...

By Tanaz Tahery The Greatest Showman (2017)  The Greatest Showman is my all time favourite musical. The cast, the moral behind it and the...

By Hannah Kent This year, Sydney is set to host an impressive concert lineup, featuring established artists and emerging talents. With a...

By Katie Zhao Period 6 on a random Monday was when the realisation struck me - one of my favourite bands would be taking their world tour...

By Amara Miller and Lexi Sam The Superbowl is always one of the most anticipated musical performances each and every year and Kendrick...

By Ania Vasudev (All  credits for included collages go to their respective artists on pinterest) Have you ever fallen IN LOVE with the...

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By Rose Cunningham The music industry has undergone a dramatic transformation over the past two decades, driven by the rise of streaming...

By Clara Ding  Art by Hannah Hippmann  I’ve always wanted to write an article about Chappell Roan but not enough people knew about her as...

By Mackenzie Eyles Concerts are an amazing experience - bright lights, great music, seeing your favourite artist in person. It is unreal....

By Heidi Rong Can you sing a C#? What about an Eb? G#? F? Did you grow up with a musical background? Have you ever recognised a note the...

By Ainsley Benbow Reflecting on the recent Grammy awards, I thought about how important music is in our daily lives and the world. For...

By Clara Ding Now that school’s back in session, so is studying! I can’t speak for the collective school community, but I find it hard to...

By Rose Cunningham The glitz and glam of the theatre is one of my favourite parts of the holidays. My Instagram feed is always filled...

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By Evelyn Lupton As their breath warms my face, As their tears stain my cheeks, As I sob, quietly. We march down the path, For the very...

By Nat Hardwick Loneliness is a feeling I have never felt, Even when sitting alone I have never felt alone, For as long as I can remember...

By Nat Hardwick The sudden change lingers in the air, The sun’s rays burning into my skin, With the sun’s blinding glow, Welcomes the...