Office Lore
A quick survey of the UBE Pod reveals an ongoing battle for decorative supremacy. Is the dominant species leafy vegetation, or miniature representations of buses, trains, and other forms of public transit?
What is miniature representations of public transit units
Botanists estimate that this individual's lifetime plant-care efforts now rival the amount of attention afforded to all vegetation during the third day of Creation.
who is Joshua
In 1932, Australia declared war on this large flightless bird after thousands of them invaded farmland and helped themselves to Wheatbelt crops. Despite arriving with machine guns and military prowess, the Army was thoroughly outmaneuvered as its feathered opponents split into fast-moving groups, refused to present easy targets, and ultimately rendered the campaign too expensive to continue.
What is the Emu.
Known as the waterfall capital, this scenic 30- metre high waterfall is one of over 100 tumbling along the Niagara Escarpment.
What is Webster's Falls.
Experts are still processing weather remarkable luck or an exceptionally well-timed itinerary concluded a celebratory tropical event. This individual's vacation planning has been praised by risk-management professionals after he successfully concluded a carefree getaway just before they found themselves at the center of an calamitous weather-related incident.
who is Vikram feat. Hurricane Lala
While on Rhodes Scholarship Oxford University in 1954, Bob Hawke famously downed a yard glass (2.5 pints/1.4L) of beer in about 11 seconds, not only decimating his challenger, but claiming to break the world record. The story followed him throughout his political career, which included holding this prestigious political office.
What is the office of Prime Minister of Australia (23rd PM serving from 1983 to 1991).
This 72-room neoclassical landmark has been overlooking the Hamilton Harbour since 1859 – and survived wars, renos, and some truly questionable fashion choices. While its name might suggest otherwise, it's technically just a very fancy house with an ambitious name.
What is Dundurn Castle.
The UBE Pod's proximity to the kitchen has its advantages. Its proximity to Development Review, however, can be downright educational. While some teams debate policy and procedure, Development Review once dedicated 45 minutes to determining the precise moment this fruit transitions from "not yet" to "eat it immediately." The findings remain inconclusive.
What is a Banana
Seeking a more efficient route home, this vacationer instead received the airline's deluxe "mystery destination package," collecting a series of unexpected stopovers and layovers after being diverted, re-diverted, and re-re-diverted, all to arrive home several minutes ahead of the direct flight from the origin destination, announced three airports later.
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One of just seven nations to maintain a territorial claim on this continent, Australia lays claim to roughly 42% of its 14 million km² landmass. Unfortunately, however, this claim is officially recognized by exactly four other countries.
What is Antarctica
This steep geological feature splits the City in two and is affectionately – but incorrectly - called "The Mountain" by Hamiltonians. Featuring over 300 stone stairs, it's Hamilton's longest-running relationship with leg day.
What is the Niagara Escarpment.
Despite having recently gotten married, this individual more-than-occasionally speaks about his girlfriend. Cough... sorry, wife. Adjustments are ongoing.
who is Josh Larder
When a dispute over wheat quotas gets a little too spicy, there's only one reasonable solution: declare independence. This "country" went all in with its own passports, currency, and - because what country is complete without one - a prince.
What is the Principality of Hutt River.
Though often known as "Steeltown", "The Hammer", or "The Ambitious City," Hamilton earned another nickname in 1898 after embracing electricity – back when being "lit" required infrastructure.
What is the Electric City.
This innocent concession-stand staple heroically survived a sporting event, a night in the fridge, and a commute to work, only to meet its greatest challenge: a fifth-floor microwave, where it became the subject of widespread discussion, several confused identification attempts, and at least one passive-aggressive comment.
what is a Blue Jays Loonie Dog (1 of ~1M sold in 2026)
Possessing a network of culinary intelligence that rivals most national security agencies, this individual can direct you to Hamilton's finest cannoli, bánh mì, espresso, or obscure artisan delicacy with startling speed and confidence
who is Seana Turkington
This iconic, doctorate-holding breakdancer became an Olympic sensation at the 2024 Paris Games with an unconventional routine featuring a kangaroo hop, earning no votes from the judges before a first-round elimination.
Who is Rachael Gunn a.k.a "Raygun".
Before co-creating Schitt's Creek, this Hamilton-born actor and Westdale Secondary School alumnus wrote a 1980s sketch that would later be adapted as Celebrity Jeopardy on SNL.
Who is Eugene Levy.