COVID-19: International Students and Housing concerns
As unemployment rise due to the pandemic, can International students survive their rental cost? Ah Jia Tah from Meld reports
News & Issues
“It reminds us that we are not welcomed in this country,” Int’l Students Speak Out Over Racist Attack Video
Meld Magazine journalist Jason interviewees the two girls from the viral racist attack video to hear their story.
The Importance of Physical Distancing
Do you understand what physical distancing is? Clara Ho from Meld explains.
Covid-19 Leaves International Students in Financial Risk
Jason from Meld shares the financial impact intl students are experiencing
Covid-19 Outbreak: Universities in Victoria Take Classes Online
How are different Universities responding to the outbreak? Jensen Ooi writes whether your fellow students are taking the classes online or not.
Changes to Road Laws for International Student Drivers
Are you an international student driving in Australia? Jason Hendriks catches up on the latest law changes in Victoria.
A leap of faith: How an int’l student escaped a cult
When Seb* an international student from the Philippines first arrived here, the last thing on her mind was being indoctrinated into a cult. Find out her story and how she escaped.
Living the ‘Daigou’ Life: Why int’l students sell milk powder
We often hear of people snatching up milk powder at our local grocery stores but why? And why are many international students taking a part in it? Emily Hua explores the many facets of the ‘Daigou lifestyle’.
How an international student helped Australia rebuild after bushfires
Following this scorching summer and many major fire scares, Samantha Chew interviews David Goei, an international student veteran who rolled up his sleeves to help rebuild after one of Victoria’s worst moments in history, Black Saturday.
Int’l students advised to get free measles vaccinations following reported measles case
Measles case puts international students at risk. For those who aren’t protected, free vaccinations may be available in Victoria. Samantha Chew reports.
What to expect when seeing a doctor in Australia
Learn about what its like to see a doctor in Australia. It might be different from how it is in your home country! Trinity College Foundation Studies students Li Yi (Benjamin) and Sun Chunyu (Elina) has the details.
Take our safety quiz and win a $50 Coles gift voucher!
Based on our #ThinkSmartStaySafe coverage, we challenge you to use what you’ve learned and take our quiz! Get your friends to do it as well and learn what it takes to stay safe and the role of police in Melbourne.