Online Student Survey - $500 PRIZE

Between March 15th - 29th there will be an Online Student Satisfaction Survey. By completing this survey you will go into the draw to win a "$500 Shopping Voucher" Imagine what you could get with $500!!!

From the 15th of March you can visit http://unilodge.com.au/students. From here click on the "Tell Us - Survey" icon and it will only take 10mins of your time to complete. 10 minutes = $500 .... not bad.

There will also be FREE movie tickets given to the person who gives the most useful feedback regarding staying at UniLodge@UNSW.

So get online and take a few minutes to complete this survey to provide useful information for us, to improve the living in UniLodge and to WIN!!!
Your valuable feedback it is important to us.

Thank you for your participation.

Moonlight Cinema

For everyone that made it to the Moonlight Cinema night it was a good night. There were mixed thoughts about the movie its self that we saw but it was a nice warm night and good to watch a movie outdoors under the stars.

Thanks to those who made it there on the night. :)

Welcome Party Jan 2010

Well most of the people that are with us now would have attended the first party of the year in January. This party was just a small taste of whats to come. As mentioned in another story soon more people will be arriving which means bigger parties with more going on, more food and bigger prizes.

Remember you can check out photos for from UniLodge events at http://www.unilodge.com.au/locations/image_gallery.asp?Location=@%20UNSW

Enjoy!

Pizza Man Night

Did you enjoy the Yummy Thursday Pizza Night? Yes!

Remember you can get 10% off all PIZZA MAN pizza orders when you order through Pizza Man. When you call them just mention you live at UniLodge and they will give you 10% off the total price (excluding combo deals).

Also more Pizza Man discounts to be announced soon.

Phone: 9314 5022. Menu's in the Lobby

CSP Events

Coming Up in March -

Thursday 11th & 25th. Yummy Thursdays. Indian and Lebanese

Saturday 20th - Weekend BBQ. Hamburgers.

Late March - Off Site Event. Aquarium and possibly more.

In April - Full House Party & Amazing Race.

Welcome Party - Full House

In January we had a party for all the new residents that arrived here at UniLodge @ UNSW from the beginning of the year. Now from mid March we will be having another party to celebrate the arrival even more students arriving around this time. From the middle of March after these latest residents have arrived we will be a 100% full house. 100% = more people, more friends, more fun at UniLodge.

This party is planned for early April at this stage. Keep an eye out for more info during March.

Rebecca's Market Info

If its time to get away from the same old shops at the big shopping centres, try one of Sydney's fantastic markets, which feature a range of clothes, jewellery, art and loads more! A far step away from a jumble sale type arrangement, these markets are a springboard for Sydney's up and coming designers to break into the industry. Discover cutting edge trends amongst rare vintage and retro pieces in a vibrant outdoor setting. Don't worry about looking far for lunch, just try something from one of the many food stalls which feature a variety of cuisines to match everybody's taste!

Paddington Market: Every Saturday 10am - 4pm at Paddington Uniting Church on Oxford Street.

Bondi Beach Market: Every Sunday 10am - 4pm at Bondi Beach public school on Campbell parade.

Glebe Markets: Every Saturday 10am - 4pm at Glebe Public School, corner of Derby Place and Glebe Pt Rd

Jims Joke Corner

"How was your golf game, dear?" asked Jacks wife Tracy. "Well, I was hitting pretty well, but my eyesight’s gotten so bad, I couldnt see where the ball went." "You’re seventy-five years old, Jack!" admonished his wife. "Why dont you take my brother Scott along?" "But he’s eighty-five and doesnt even play golf anymore," protested Jack. "Yes, but he’s got perfect eyesight and can watch your ball for you, "Tracy pointed out. The next day Jack teed off with Scott looking on. Jack swung and the ball disappeared down the middle of the fairway. "Did you see where it went?" asked Jack. "Yup," Scott answered. "Well, where is it?" yelled Jack, peering off into the distance.” I forgot."

Monthly Challenge - Matchstick Puzzle

If you know the answer to this enter at reception to win a prize. Big and little prizes on offer for a correct answer.

** Move two matchsticks to change three into six (without cutting or breaking matchsticks).

Are you smart enough? Tip: There is a little trick to this.

Angies Birthdays & Zodiac

Pisces is a feminine sign and tends to have quite tolerant, compassionate, sympathetic and agreeable characteristics.

In relationships, both male and female are very loving, generous and kind. This woman or man always has time for those in need. However, their feelings run so deep they are often overwhelmed by them as the characteristic Piscean energy scatters itself beyond its limits. Their personality simply cannot abide suffering and will offer charity wherever their sensitivity directs this trait.

On the shadow side, the agreeability of Pisceans can make for quick reversal as they hop from opinion to opinion. They may be very scattered and disorganized. Their compassion may make them tolerant of wrong behavior; thus they can be wishy-washy, weak and easily led.

· Pisces Ruling Planet: Neptune
· Pisces Zodiac Symbol: The Fish
· Pisces Element: Water
· Pisces Cardinality: Mutable
· Pisces Stone: Aquamarine, Jade
· Pisces Season: Winter
· Pisces Colors: Green
· Pisces Anatomy: Feet, Veins

Amazing Race 2010

Last year UniLodge organised an Amazing Race around Sydney. This was a big event with bigger prizes. Plenty of people were involved in this race around Sydney and had plenty of fun doing it. Win or Lose you have a great day out and about.

This will be happening in April 2010. More dates and information coming soon. In the meantime think about a team of 3 people to be part of this event.

Happy Racing

Pumpkin Soup

Pumpkin Soup

The weather is getting colder, so now is the perfect time to make this delicious soup to warm you up this winter!

Ingredients (serves 6)
· 2 tbs olive oil
· 1 onion, finely chopped
· 1 leek, white part only, finely sliced
· 1 garlic clove, crushed
· 1/2 tsp ground coriander
· 1 tsp ground cumin
· 1/2 tsp freshly grated nutmeg
· 1kg peeled pumpkin, diced
· 1 large potato, peeled, diced
· 1L chicken or vegetable stock
· 1/2 cup (125ml) thin cream

Method
1.Heat oil in a large saucepan over low heat, add onion and leek and cook for 2-3 minutes, until softened but not coloured. Add garlic and spices and cook, stirring, for 30 seconds. Add pumpkin, potato and stock and bring to the boil. Turn heat to low, cover and simmer for 30 minutes. Allow to cool slightly, then blend in batches.

2.Return soup to pan, stir through cream and reheat gently. Season and add a little more nutmeg if desired.

3.Serve with some toasted bread for a great meal!