Free Food Friday
Free essential groceries for University of Newcastle students, every Friday morning during semester. Brought to you by Oz Harvest and your generous community.
Available Fridays during semesterWhat's in your bag
Pre-packed bags
Every student receives a pre-packed bag of fresh fruit and vegetables to take home.
Frozen items
After collecting your bag, browse and pick from a selection of available frozen goods including meat.
Pantry items
Choose from a range of pantry staples like canned goods, bread, and dry goods on the day.
The amount of produce in your bag varies each week depending on what Oz Harvest delivers. Some weeks we have an abundance, other weeks a little less. Our team always packs every bag with care so you get the best of what is available.
How it works
Arrive by 8:45am
Head to UNSA HQ in the Shortland Building and collect a numbered ticket on arrival.
Numbers are drawn at 9:00am
Numbers are drawn at random. When your number is called, head in with your UNSA membership ready.
Collect your pre-packed bag
Pick up your bag of fresh fruit and veg, packed and quality checked by the UNSA team.
Pick your extras
Browse the selection of frozen and pantry items and choose what you need to take home. This does vary each week
📍 Location and timing
- ✓ UNSA HQ, Shortland Building
- ✓ Every Friday during semester weeks
- ✓ Arrive by 8:45am to collect a ticket
- ✓ Tickets drawn randomly from 9:00am
✅ Who can come
- ✓ Current University of Newcastle students
- ✓ Valid UNSA Membership required on entry
- ✓ No booking needed, just show up
- ✓ Available while supplies last
In partnership with Oz Harvest
Each week, Oz Harvest delivers fresh food donations to UNSA. Our frontline UNSA team sorts, packs, and quality checks every bag before distribution so students always get the best of what is available.
Want to support this program?
Food donations from staff, students, and the community keep this free.