Ask Flinders

Tonsley might be small, but it's full of hidden gems if you know where to look. From cosy corners to the best spots to grab a coffee between classes, this campus has its own kind of charm. ☕

Tell us in the comments, what's your favourite hidden spot at Tonsley?
P.S. Open Day is today (22 August), bring a friend who's still deciding where to study. 👀

𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐈 𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐨𝐧 𝐜𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐮𝐬?

The Flinders Community Market runs every Thursday during semester, 11am to 1pm, in the Oasis Common Room on Bedford Park campus. You'll find free fruit, vegetables, and bread, along with low-cost pantry items, no need to book, just show up with a bag (or two). It's a great option if you're trying to eat well on a student budget.

If you need extra support, you can also drop into the FUSA offices on Level 1, Student Hub, where you can access food parcels, Foodbank vouchers, and pre-loaded public transport metrocards.

Make sure to follow - Student Wellbeing Centre , FUSA Flinders University Student Association and Ask Flinders to stay up to date.

Bedford Park is full of little spots you might've walked past a hundred times without noticing. From quiet corners to your favourite study nook, there's more to this campus than meets the eye. 🌿

Drop your favourite hidden gem in the comments, we want to know where you go to escape, study, or just soak up some campus life.

P.S. Open Day is on today (15 August), so if you know someone who's still deciding, now's the perfect time to show them around. 👀

Renting can sometimes feel confusing, especially when unexpected situations happen. 🏠

From lease issues to housemate problems, knowing your rights can make a big difference.

Flinders Legal Centre is here to help with free legal advice for students and the community. ⚖️

📍 Submit an enquiry through our website today.

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Hey Flinders, what’s on this week?

📅 𝗧𝘂𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝟭𝟭 𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁

👋 Sturt Welcome Event | 11am – 1pm
Free snacks & lunch + live music
📍 Sturt Campus | More info, contact [email protected]

📚 Book Club | 12 – 1.30pm
We’re talking about short stories
📍 City Campus | More info: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/1985876823036?aff=oddtdtcreator

👯‍♀️ Flinders Mates | 12 – 1pm
Meet interesting people, and expand your network
📍 Oasis Student Wellbeing Centre | More info: https://oasis.flinders.edu.au/flinders-mates/

💬 Convo Group | 1 – 2pm
Chat with other students and make friends
📍 Oasis Student Wellbeing Centre | More info: https://oasis.flinders.edu.au/conversation-groups/

📅 𝗪𝗲𝗱𝗻𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝟭𝟮 𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁

🫶 Cultural Connection Session with Jack Buckskin | 12 – 3pm
Drop-in anytime
📍 Inparilla | More info, contact [email protected]

🍲 Winter Warmers | 12 – 1pm
Hot soup from fresh ingredients
📍 Oasis Student Wellbeing Centre | More info: https://oasis.flinders.edu.au/winter-warmer-free-soup-back-at-oasis-on-tuesdays/

💬 Convo Group | 1 – 2pm
Chat with other students and make friends
📍 Oasis Student Wellbeing Centre | More info: https://oasis.flinders.edu.au/conversation-groups/

🎨 Mindful Art Group | 4 – 5pm
Chat with other students and make friends
📍 Oasis Student Wellbeing Centre | More info: https://oasis.flinders.edu.au/mindful-art-group/

📅 𝗧𝗵𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝟭𝟯 𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁

🍎 Flinders Community Market | 11am – 1pm
Free and affordable veggies, fruits, bred and pantry staples
📍 Oasis Student Wellbeing Centre | More info: https://oasis.flinders.edu.au/flinders-community-market/

🎨 Zine Making | 12 – 2pm
Cut, stick, draw and doodle. Flex your creative muscles, all materials supplied.
📍 Central Library | More info: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/1992967217597?aff=oddtdtcreator

📅𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝟭𝟰 𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁

🍵 Flinders Community Morning Tea | 10 – 11am
Free tea, coffee and snacks
📍 Oasis Student Wellbeing Centre | More info: https://oasis.flinders.edu.au/flinders-community-morning-tea/

🌳 Forest Walk | 11.15am – 12pm
Spend some time in nature and be active
📍 Oasis Student Wellbeing Centre | More info: https://oasis.flinders.edu.au/forest-walks/

🧶 Crafternoon | 3.30 – 5pm
Informal & self-directed creativity, connection, and snacks
📍 Oasis Student Wellbeing Centre | More info: https://oasis.flinders.edu.au/crafternoon/