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Australasian Association Disaffiliated for Serious Hazing

Mathilda Stewart

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The Australasian Association has been disaffiliated by UMSU’s Clubs and Societies Committee for hazing. The initial complaint received by the UMSU described “very serious inappropriate and harmful conduct at camp” and was corroborated by images.

Farrago understands that hazing conducted by the Australasian Association is a long-running practice, with reports dating back to 2022. The University is conducting an investigation of their own into the conduct of students involved.

Published: 19/10/2025 2:01 PM Last updated: 19/10/2025 2:02 PM 6032 views