$7 student food vouchers
Feeling hungry on campus? We've got you covered!
From Monday 2 November until Thursday 17 December, you can collect a $7 student food voucher every Monday and Thursday to use at participating Deakin cafés during their operating hours.
Whether you're after a quick snack or something more substantial, you can choose what you'd like to eat and use your voucher towards your purchase.
Why $7 student food vouchers? Cost-of-living pressures shouldn't get in the way of your success at Deakin. We're providing practical support to help you access affordable food, as well as wellbeing resources and financial assistance when you need it.
What you need to know
When can I get a voucher?
Every Monday and Thursday, from 2 November until the end of 2026, during participating café operating hours.
What can I use it for?
Use your $7 voucher towards food of your choice at participating cafés. You can purchase one or multiple food items*, provided the total purchase is $7 or less, or pay the difference for purchases over $7. No change or credit will be provided for purchases under $7.
How do I get one?
Visit a participating campus café (locations are listed below) on a Monday or Thursday and show your Deakin Student ID card to collect your voucher.
Anything else I need to know?
You can collect one voucher per student, per day. Vouchers are only valid on the day they're issued and can be redeemed during participating café operating hours.
*Food only: vouchers can be used for food purchases only and cannot be redeemed for drinks, including coffee, tea, soft drinks or other beverages.
Locations
What other support is available?
Deakin and DUSA are working together to provide affordable and accessible food support across our campuses, helping you stay focused on your studies through a range of free and low-cost food initiatives available throughout the trimester.
- Melbourne Burwood Campus
- Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus
- Geelong Waterfront Campus
- Warrnambool Campus
- Online
From free breakfasts and frozen meals to $7 food vouchers, food pantry events and emergency food support, Burwood students can access a range of affordable food options.
| Days | Free or low-cost food support |
|---|---|
| Monday | Deakin $7 food vouchers available on campus (Burwood Pantry and The Social). |
| Tuesday | DUSA free frozen meal giveaway at Student Central Burwood from 12pm until stock runs out. |
| Wednesday | DUSA free breakfast from 8:30-10:30am (Building H, Level 1). |
| Thursday | Deakin $7 food vouchers available on campus (Burwood Pantry and The Social). |
Selected weeks
- DUSA Food Pantry (11am–1pm) with free fruit, vegetables and pantry staples. Registration required.
Ongoing
- Deakin and DUSA welfare and student support activities and events. Check student news and events.
- DUSA Survival Centre provides free essential food and grocery items for students experiencing hardship.
Access a variety of food support options, including free breakfasts, frozen meals, food pantry events and low-cost lunches, making it easier to eat well while studying.
| Days | Free or low-cost food support |
|---|---|
| Monday | Deakin $7 food vouchers available on campus (Union Green Kitchen). |
| Tuesday | Free frozen meal giveaway at the DUSA Office (JB Building, Level 1), from 12pm until stock runs out. |
| Wednesday | DUSA free breakfast from 8:30–10:30am in the DUSA Office (JB Building, Level 1). |
| Thursday | Deakin $5 student lunches available on campus (Union Green Kitchen)). |
Selected weeks
- DUSA Food Pantry (11am–1pm) with free fruit, vegetables and pantry staples. Registration required.
Ongoing
- Deakin and DUSA welfare and student support activities and event. Check student news and events.
- DUSA Survival Centre provides free essential food and grocery items for students experiencing hardship.
Waterfront students can take advantage of regular free breakfasts, food pantry events and low-cost meal options to help ease cost-of-living pressures during trimester.
| Days | Free or low-cost food support |
|---|---|
| Monday | Deakin $7 food vouchers available on campus (Waterfront Pantry, Building D Level 1). |
| Wednesday | DUSA free breakfast from 8:30–10:30am DUSA Office (Level 1, Building D). |
| Thursday | Deakin $7 food vouchers available on campus (Waterfront Pantry, Building D Level 1). |
Selected weeks
- DUSA Food Pantry (11am–1pm) with free fruit, vegetables and pantry staples. Registration required.
Ongoing
- Deakin and DUSA welfare and student support activities and event. Check student news and events.
- DUSA Survival Centre provides free essential food and grocery items for students experiencing hardship.
Warrnambool students have access to low-cost meal options, food pantry support and emergency food assistance, ensuring practical help is available when it is needed most.
| Days | Free or low-cost food support |
|---|---|
| Monday | Deakin $7 food vouchers available on campus (Hopkins River Cafe). |
| Thursday | Deakin $7 food vouchers available on campus (Hopkins River Cafe). |
Selected weeks
- DUSA Food Pantry (11am–1pm) with free fruit, vegetables and pantry staples. Registration required.
Ongoing
- Deakin and DUSA Welfare and student support activities and event. Check student news and events.
- DUSA Survival Centre provides free essential food and grocery items for students experiencing hardship.
Studying online? Cost of living support is available for you too.
If you live near a Deakin campus, you're welcome to access any of the on-campus offerings delivered by Deakin and DUSA.
If you're not close to campus, support is also available online and by phone.
Online students can access:
- $7 food vouchers
- DUSA Food Pantry events (where available)
- DUSA Survival Centres for emergency food and essential items
- Financial hardship support and emergency assistance
- Financial wellbeing and budgeting support
- Student advocacy and support services for students experiencing financial stress.
Whether you're studying from home or near campus, support is available to help ease cost-of-living pressures and keep you on track with your studies.