Cost of living and housing support
What we can help you with
Wednesday meal specials
We’re running a free breakfast club in the Mt Helen, Berwick and Gippsland campus libraries. Drop in and grab something to eat before class.
You can also enjoy a fresh vegetarian lunch for just $3 at the Mt Helen, Gippsland, Berwick and SMB campus cafés.
Transport and fuel savings
Use the Servo Saver app to compare fuel prices at nearby service stations and find cheaper options.
Carpooling can help reduce travel costs. Use Moovl to connect with other students and staff travelling the same way.
Free period products
Mt Helen Campus
All gender toilets at Building S
SMB Campus
Female toilets at Building A, level 0
Accessible toilets at Building K, level 2
Female toilets at Building S, ground floor
Gippsland
Female toilets at Building 1N, level 2
Community services
Foodbank Australia
Free groceries and pantry staples through local charity partners
Salvation Army
Call the Salvos Phone Assistance Line for help with food, fuel and other essentials
St Vincent de Paul
Request food assistance and other practical support through home visitation services
Uniting Care
Get help with food, groceries and other essentials through emergency relief services
Services Australia
Government payments and loans when taking the leap to further training or study
Centrelink
Payments and services at times of major life change
Ask Izzy
Find emergency accommodation and homelessness support near you
Safe Steps
24/7 emergency accommodation for anyone experiencing family or domestic violence
Salvation Army Housing
Find emergency, social and affordable housing services.
Ask Izzy
Find support near you for free clothing, showers, laundry and personal care
Better Place Australia
Access support for financial counselling, family services and mental health counselling
Department of Families, Fairness and Housing
Explore programs and support for housing, family services, family violence prevention, equality and community wellbeing