About the Pantry
The Guild Student Pantry is here to support Curtin students facing financial hardship by providing access to essential food with no judgment or barriers to entry. This is a free and confidential service offered through Student Assist, part of the Curtin Student Guild.
What’s Available
The Pantry stocks a range of non-perishable pantry staples, which may include:
Stock is limited and dependent on availability.
The Pantry operates on a community-sharing model, encouraging all to take only what is needed to ensure resources are shared equitably.
The Guild Pantry will be stocked weekly. Once the weekly stock is depleted, the Pantry will close for the remainder of the week and reopen when restocked.
Access
The Guild Pantry is available to currently enrolled Curtin University students facing genuine financial hardship. The following access guidelines apply:
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Maximum of two visits per semester
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Up to eight varied items per visit
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Students must bring their own bag
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Bookings are essential and must be attended on time
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Presentation of a Curtin student card is mandatory for entry
Access to the Pantry requires scanning a Curtin student card upon arrival. Entry will be denied without valid student identification.
As the Pantry is not designed for long-term food assistance, Students requiring a third visit within the same semester will need to arrange an appointment with a Student Assist Officer. This meeting with a Student Assist Officer is to gain an understanding of your circumstances and direct you to external resources.
Location
The pantry is located at the Guild Building 106F. Students will need to book in a time slot to gain access to the pantry.
Opening Days: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday
Opening Hours: 10:00am – 12:00pm and 2:00pm – 3:30pm
(Closed on public holidays)
Cancelations and rescheduling can be done via the booking platform.
Students with urgent needs outside of these times can reach out to Student Assist to arrange alternative options.
Additional Support
In addition to the Guild Pantry, the Curtin Student Guild has initiated other measures to assist students experiencing food insecurity:
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Free food giveaways at selected Guild events
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Student Saver meals from $5 at Cafe Central (coming soon)
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Discounted meals after 2.30pm at Guild outlets unless sold out
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Find out about great value Guild Food for $10
here
Want to contribute?
Donations of non-perishable items are greatly appreciated. Our current wish list includes:
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Rice, pasta, pasta sauce, pesto
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Noodles (Cup noodles preferred)
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Oats, lentils
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Breakfast cereals
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Spreads (peanut butter, jam – hold the vegemite!)
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Gluten free items
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Canned beans, canned vegetables
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Canned tuna
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UHT Long life Milk (alternative milks encouraged)
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Up & Go
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Treats like biscuits and chocolates
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Basic condiments (salt, sugar and pepper)
Donations can be dropped off at Guild Reception on weekdays, Building 106F between 10am till 3pm. As not all students drive and may be living on their own, smaller portions will be appreciated (no family sized packs please).
For donations outside of this list, it is recommended to contact the Guild via email prior to delivery. Please note that hygiene products are not being accepted at this time.
Contact details
Curtin Student Guild
(08) 9266 2900 or 1800 063 865 (freecall)