🌿 Acknowledgement of Country

Food Hub respectfully acknowledges the lands, waters, and cultures of the Bedegal people (Kensington campus) and Gadigal people (Paddington campus), upon whose land we operate. We pay our respects to their Elders past, present, and emerging, and honour their enduring connection to country. Always was, always will be.

🔉 Important Update: Please Note the Upcoming Changes to Community and Non-UNSW Student Hours and Tickets:  

❗The first 45 mins of each session will now be for UNSW students only. Community members and non-UNSW students will be welcome to join them during the following times: 

Mondays & Wednesdays: 2:45pm to 4:00pm 

Tuesdays & Thursdays (Paddington campus) & Fridays: 12:45pm to 2:00pm 

🔖 We will also be adding a different ticketing option for community members/ non-UNSW students.

💚 This will prioritise UNSW students and make it more efficient and less waiting times for UNSW students to access Food Hub. The whole session is for UNSW students and welcoming to members of our community after the first 45 minutes. Thanks for your understanding!


Food Hub🥕🥫 is a free food pantry and student support & sustainability program that provides UNSW students with nutritious ingredients and essential items to help ease the cost of living. 💛 Along with pantry staples, students can pick up snacks 🍎 and a variety of seasonal fruits and vegetables 🥦.

Food Hub has also expanded to include health and hygiene products 🧴🪥, offering everyday essentials to support student wellbeing. 🌱 It’s a welcoming space where you can access the basics you need to stay nourished, healthy, and supported throughout your studies.

👉 Before You Visit 👈

✅ Bring your own bags 🛍️ and containers 🥡 to collect free food - say no to single-use plastics! 🌏

✅ Kensington Campus: Open during UNSW holidays 🎓 (closed on public holidays 🗓️)

✅ Paddington Campus: Open during UNSW term time (O Week - Week 10) 📚, closed at other times and on public holidays 🗓️

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Kensington (MON 2-4PM | WED 2-4PM | FRI 12-2PM)

Located near Gate 2 (between UNSW Fitness & Aquatic and IGA) of UNSW Sydney, High St, Kensington NSW 2052

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Paddington (O Week - Week 10 | TUE 12-2PM)

Located near Courtyard of UNSW School of Art & Design, Cnr Oxford St & Greens Rd, Paddington NSW 2021

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Food Hub Lockers

Busy week? No time for Food Hub? Grab free groceries on your schedule with Food Hub Lockers - flexible, convenient, and made for YOU.

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Meet the People Powering Food Hub

The dedicated Community Officers, Volunteers and Coordinators working together to reduce food waste, support students, and build a stronger campus community

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Become a Food Hub Volunteer

Join Food Hub as a volunteer to help sort and distribute food, support sustainability initiatives, and build valuable skills while being part of a supportive community

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Meet our 24/7 Cupboard & Refrigerator

Kensington | Food Hub Entrance Corner

Missed a regular Food Hub session?
Both locations have a 24/7 cupboard and refrigerator stocked with free leftover produce, pantry items, and bread, so you can grab what you need anytime

Kensington | Food Hub Entrance Corner

Missed a regular Food Hub session?
Both locations have a 24/7 cupboard and refrigerator stocked with free leftover produce, pantry items, and bread, so you can grab what you need anytime

Paddington | UNSW D Block Entrance

Missed a regular Food Hub session?
Both locations have a 24/7 cupboard and refrigerator stocked with free leftover produce, pantry items, and bread, so you can grab what you need anytime

More Ways to Get Involved

Donate

In 2025 alone, Food Hub supported 48,000+ attendees and distributed 120,000+ kg of food. Your contribution helps us continue supporting our community

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Partner With Us

Make a real impact on the lives of UNSW students facing food insecurity and cost-of-living pressures by supporting Food Hub through partnerships and sponsorships

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Recipes

Discover easy, tasty recipes you can make with the pantry you get from Food Hub

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Cost of Living Support

Rising prices are hitting students hard, here’s a quick guide to smart tips and places on campus where you can access free food and support

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Our other Activation Highlights

T1'25 Stress Less Week

T1'25 Food Hub x Producers' Picnic Activation

T2'25 Respect Week

T2'25 Stress Less Week

T3'25 O - Week

T3'25 Food Hub x RISE Paint a Tote Activation

T3'25 Stress Less Week

T3'25 Food Hub x Producers' Picnic Activation

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Food Bank

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The Bread and Butter Project

A partner of Food Hub by notably donating their amazing sourdough, The Bread and Butter Project is Australia’s first social enterprise bakery

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Gift of Bread

Food Hub partners with Gift of Bread to rescue and redistribute surplus fresh bread, helping to reduce food waste and support those in need

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OzHarvest

OzHarvest takes fresh produce from grocery stores and restaurants and redistributes it to those who need it most.

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Addi Road Food Pantry

Discounted and free food for anyone in need. Find them in Marrickville.

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Thoughtful Foods

Thoughtful Foods is volunteer-run, aiming to provide affordable, minimally-packaged, ethically-produced wholefoods and household products to UNSW community.

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