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Free Food

Free Food On Campus

University life can be demanding, and managing your budget shouldn’t add extra stress. That’s why we’re here to connect you with free food opportunities right on campus! From giveaways to community events and food pantries, we’ll help you discover delicious, no-cost options to keep you fueled and focused. Check back often for updates on where and when to grab a free meal or snack.

Chill N Grill

Chill out from studying and enjoy RUSU's amazing free weekly lunches, where you can grab a sausage in bread or a vegan burger and hang out with your RUSU crew, while we keep the beats going all afternoon. Week 1 to Week 12, 12.00pm – 2.00pm

BUNDOORA EAST: Mondays, Building 254
BRUNSWICK: Tuesdays, Building 514 Courtyard
POINT COOK: Tuesdays (Monthly), Building 450
BUNDOORA WEST: Wednesdays, Building 204 Courtyard
CITY: Thursdays, Alumni Courtyard

Free Breakfast

Kickstart your day with a free breakfast from RUSU, where you can quickly grab some food from our friendly crew while heading to class, featuring fruit, brekky foods, noodles, muesli, and more. Week 2 to Week 12, 9.30am – 11.00am (or until food runs out)

BUNDOORA WEST: Mondays, Building 202 Courtyard
BUILDING 80: Tuesdays, Breakfast trolley roams levels 2 to 4
BUNDOORA EAST: Tuesdays, Building 254 Courtyard
CITY: Wednesdays, Building 5 Entrance
CARLTON: Wednesdays, O'Grady Place (Building 57 Entrance)
BUILDING 51: Wednesdays, Building 51 (Self serve brekkie bowl)
BRUNSWICK: Wednesdays, Building 514

VE Smoko

VE Students, this one is for you. Take a break and join us for a free breakfast! Featuring sandwiches, pies, sweet tunes and RUSU mates. Vegan & vegetarian options available. Food varies from week to week. From 11AM in O'Grady Place (entrance to building 57), Carlton every Monday throughout the semester (when classes are on), until week 12.

CARLTON: Mondays: O'Grady Place, 11.00am – 1.00pm

Welfare on Wheels

During assessment period, RUSU and Compass come by the library to help you study. We'll be wheeling in drinks and snacks to keep you going plus de-stress tips and support information. Times and locations TBC.

BRUNSWICK: Mondays
CITY / CARLTON: Tuesdays
BUNDOORA WEST: Wednesdays

Helping with cost of living

Looking for ways to make your dollar go further? We’ve got you covered! Explore our curated list of affordable dining options, exclusive student discounts, and tips for eating well without overspending. Whether you’re grabbing a quick bite between classes or stocking up on groceries, we’re here to help you navigate the cost of living with ease.

Realfoods Affordable Meals

Realfoods offer budget-friendly lunches on Mondays and Tuesdays, with a $6 meal on Mondays and a delicious $6 toastie on Tuesdays. Plus, nothing over $10 every day.

Free Food Resources

You do not have to go hungry. There are plenty of resources available to you throughout the community that give you access to free food. You may also have community gardens and other food initiatives within your local area that you can access free of charge.

Email: rusu@rmit.edu.au

Call: +61 3 9925 1842

PO BOX 12387 Franklin Street, Melbourne, VIC 3006

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