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Free Food

Free Food On Campus

A huge thank you to everyone who joined, supported and volunteered for our free food events this year! It’s been great bringing students together and supporting food security. Our weekly events have wrapped up for 2026, but don’t worry, we’ll be back serving up more free food and good vibes in 2027. See you next year!

Chill N Grill

RUSU's free lunch. Grab a sausage in bread or a vegan burger and hang out. We keep the beats going all afternoon. 12–2pm, weeks 2 to 12 (City) and weeks 1 to 12 (outer campuses).

Free Breakfast

Free breakfast from RUSU. Take away fruit, yoghurt cups, muffins and more. Weeks 2 to 12, 9.30–11am (or until food runs out) .

VE Smoko + Free Veggie Market

For VE Students. Selection of sandwiches or pies. Food varies from week to week. Veg/Vegan options available. Runs throughout semester until week 14.

Free Fruit Fridays

RUSU is now offering free fruit on Fridays in the City. Helping you to get your vitamins and eat healthy.

Welfare on Wheels

RUSU's snack trolley brings you a study energy boost, destress tips and study support. Weeks 10 to 13 in the library. Event runs until food runs out.

City Compass Cupboard

Free take home groceries for students in need. Bring your own grocery bag. Every Wednesday from 1pm until 3:30pm (or until food runs out) excluding mid-semester break. Limited spots available.

Brunswick & Bundoora Compass Cupboard

Free take home groceries for students in need. Bring your own grocery bag. Weekly, excluding mid-semester break. Limited spots available.

Well Fed by JFC

Just Food Collective is a local non-profit organisation who run a free lunch & groceries program called Well Fed. They run workshops, large social free dinners around Melbourne and provide paid internship and volunteer opportunities. Follow them on Instagram or check out their Linktree below to get notified of upcoming events - entry is free, registrations are essential.

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Cost of Living Help

Make your dollars go further! Explore affordable dining, 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 Canteen $5 Meals

Nothing over $5 for RMIT students on presentation of their student card. Serving delicious breakfasts, lunches and early dinners on RMIT City Campus. All vegetarian options.

RUSU Cheap Eats Guide

A guide to cheap eats around RMIT City Campus. From banh mi to bing soo, you are sure to find something to suit your tastebuds and your bank balance.

Yoga Club $3 Lunch

A wholesome vegetarian/vegan lunch featuring rice, curry, fresh salad and a sweet treat, all for just $3. Free fruit until sold out. Every Wednesday during semester | 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM | Student Life Hub Kitchen, Level 4, Bld 12 (near the RUSU Counter/RMIT Store)

Free Food Resources

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

Stay up to date on other RUSU free food & grocery events!

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