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Smart ways to invest scholarship money

Receiving a scholarship could be of great help to any one of us financially! Studying and working at the same time can be tricky to balance and a few extra funds can go a long way. So, how do you make the most of your scholarship money? 1. Reduce...

How to stretch your student budget

Studying at uni can be a struggle on the old wallet, especially when textbooks, food and living expenses start to add up. Here’s how you can make every dollar count! Your student card While your Charles Sturt student card can get you into...

Bathurst events to kick-start your graduate career

If you are nearing the end of your degree, look out for these events in the coming weeks at Charles Sturt’s Bathurst campus. Information session: Government Graduate Program Here you will find out about the 2020 NSW Government Graduate...

Winter-proof your workout

Now that winter has officially arrived, the motivation to continue exercising disappears along with the sunshine. This is not the time to give up on exercise though! Why is exercise so important for students? Exercise reduces stress and anxiety...

Life hack: money saving

Everyone knows that students have very small budgets and a single dollar can go a long way for some of us. Here are hacks that I have used to save money on a daily basis: Loyalty cards: Most businesses have loyalty cards for customers that offer a...

Get ahead in the mid-year break

Next session is around the corner, so now’s the time to do everything you can to save yourself from starting off stresses and overwhelmed. Check out how you can get ahead now: 1. Plan ahead Get a head start now by marking your calendar with all of...

How to survive travelling on a budget

Reaching the end of your degree and looking for a dream getaway adventure? More often than not, the thing that holds individuals back from pursuing their desire to travel is money. This how-to guide will give you the reassurance that travelling on a...

How to deal with the mid-year slump

The break you have been waiting for is finally here! We all reach a point of wondering what we should do next. So, here are ways you can spend your semester break: Be a tourist again – If you want to have fun without spending too much money...

Top tips to plan your timetable!

by Scarlett Hurst and Charize Santiago Timetables are out and we are getting closer to the first day of Session 2! You may be feeling excited about starting but nervous about how to fit study into your busy life schedule. Well, with our top tips you...

Winter warmers on a budget

With the cooler weather well and truly upon us, there is nothing better than a big bowl of comfort food after a day’s study. Soups, casseroles and pasta dishes become a winter staple and the best bit is, they are not only good for your soul but also...

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