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Brisbane South - Nathan

Food support at Brisbane South, Nathan Campus

Food support at Nathan campus is available from Weeks 1–12 of the trimester, with a pause during the mid-trimester break from 10th to 14th August 2026. All food support services are free, except for the discounted meal deals available at the UniBar.

Please bring your student ID to all food support events.

Student Associations Pantry Program

The Student Pantry provides free essential food items in a welcoming, judgement-free space to support students experiencing financial pressure.  

The service is available to all undergraduate and postgraduate students studying at the Nathan, South Bank, Logan or Online campuses. 

You must bring your student ID and bags to carry your items.  

When:

Weeks 1–12 | Tuesday to Thursday

  • Bookings open 48 hours before each session. 
  • Limited walk-in appointments are available, subject to capacity.

Where:

The Hub (N11_0.02)

Cost:

Free.

Students can access the pantry once per week and receive 30 points to spend during their visit. 

Please note: The pantry will be closed during the mid-trimester break from 10–14 August 2026. 

What is the Points System?

Students can access the pantry once per week and receive 30 points to spend during their visit. Each pantry item is assigned a point value based on its cost, allowing students to choose the items that best suit their needs.

Your points reset with each visit. Any points you do not use will not carry over to a future booking.

We are here to help

If you have any questions about the Student Associations pantry service, please email: studentpantry@griffith.edu.au

Free Fruit & Vegetable Market

Stock up on fresh, seasonal produce every Wednesday during Trimester 2 (Weeks 1–12). It’s a simple way to eat healthy, save on groceries, and keep you thriving during the week!

No registration required. You must bring your student ID and bags to carry your items. 

When:

Wednesdays, 9am-12pm

Where:

Outside the SRC office (N28)

Cost:

Free for all undergraduate and postgraduate students.

Please note: The fruit and vegetable market will not run during the mid-trimester break on Wednesday, 12th of August 2026. 

Free Breakfast Bar 

Start your day the yummy way at our Breakfast Bar, with healthy options, classic cereals, gluten-free goodies, and a range of milk alternatives. It’s an easy, tasty, and welcoming way to kick off your day on campus.

No registration required. You must bring your student ID.

When:

Week 2 to Week 12, 8:00 am –10:00 am

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday.

Where:

N28 SRC Office

Please note: The Breakfast Bar will not run during the mid-trimester break from the 10th-14th of August 2026. 

Extra Food Support options

Free Meal Drops

Weekly during Trimester 2, enjoy free lunchtime meals on select days. Relax at the picnic tables or on the blankets, with WALi’s around for games, arts and crafts, and a well-earned break from uni.

Catering options may vary each week. We aim to accommodate all dietary requirements.

When:

Week 1–12 from 11:30am

Where:

Outside the Goanna Lounge (N16)

Cost:

Free for all undergraduate and postgraduate students.

No registration required. You must bring your student ID.

Please note: There will be no meal drops during the mid-trimester break from the 10th-14th of August 2026. 

UniBar Meal deals

Thursday and Friday social nights & $10 Bistro Discount

Want a cheap and fun night out with your mates after uni? Come down to the Nathan Campus UniBar (N71) on Thursday and Friday nights during the trimester and enjoy a $10 Bistro dinner discount and live music from 6 pm. Plus, get involved in weekly activities such as pool competitions, Trivia Nights, Comedy Nights, and Karaoke.

No registration required. Simply bring your student ID card to participate.

 

Free Friday Lunchtime Trivia & $10 Bistro Discount

Join us every Friday during the trimester from 11:45 am–1:15 pm at the Nathan UniBar (N71) for free lunchtime trivia and a chance to win awesome prizes! Bring your mates, test your knowledge, and if you’re feeling hungry, enjoy a $10 UniBar Bistro lunch discount while you play.

No registration required. Simply bring your student ID card to participate.

Free Pancake breakfast with Chaplaincy

Come and fill up on a free feed of pancakes cooked by a local faith group and powered by Griffith Chaplaincy. Pancake Breakfasts run every week during the trimester from Week 2!

When:

Thursdays 9–10am from week 2

Where:

Outside the Goanna Lounge (N16)

Cost:

Free for all undergraduate and postgraduate students.

Free Chill & Grills with Clubs at Griffith

Chill & Grills are your weekly mid-week reset (Weeks 2-12). Swing by for a free sausage and drink, enjoy music and games, and meet a different club each week.

It’s a laid-back way to connect, support fellow students, and take a break between classes.

When:

11 am – 1 pm every Wednesday (excluding Truck ’n’ Shop weeks)

Where:

N22 BBQ Area

Cost:

Free for all undergraduate and postgraduate students.

No registration required. You must bring your student ID. 

Please note: Chill & Grill’s will not run during the mid-trimester break from the 10th-14th of August 2026. 

Have feedback or questions for us?

This service is funded by SSAF fees. No proof of hardship needed; you know your own needs best!

Have feedback or questions for us?

In an Emergency situation?

Please email our advocacy team at advocacy@griffith.edu.au

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