Meal plans & meal points

There are a range of options open to students in buying food at CSU. In 2013 students will enjoy a full range of offerings in food, beverage and retail. Why spend your time cooking, shopping and washing up? We can do all that for you and leave you plenty of time for study classes and fun! Our services assist residential and day students please have a browse and call us if you have any questions. With this exciting new system, you will have the flexibility to eat when you like and tailor your dining to suit your lifestyle.

New in 2013 - Meal Points

You will have Meal Points loaded onto your CSU card each term (twice per session) which can be redeemed at campus food and retail outlets.

1 Meal Point = $1
Example: if a Coke is $3.70, you will use 3.7 Meal Points

Budgeting your Meal Points

Meal Points will vary depending on the accommodation package. The following PDF outlines the annual amount of Meal Points and contains a guide to assist you with budgeting. If you do not have an accommodation package with a meal plan can load credit to your CSU Card through the Cashier.

2013 Guide to CSU Meal Points [PDF]

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I top up Meal Points?
Yes, you can add funds to your account on your CSU card at campus cashiers.

What can I buy with my Meal Points?
Any Food or Beverage items at participating outlets.

Do I have to take the Meal Points at specific times during the day?
No, your Meal Points can be used at the outlets during specified hours. You plan when to use your Meal Points to maximize use.

How long will my Meal Points be valid?
Meal Points in credit at end of term are carried forward. At the end of term 4, any outstanding Meal Points will expire.

What if I have special dietary needs?
CSU Catering department can, if notified, provide menu options that cater to most medical and cultural needs, including the following:

• Coeliac/Gluten free
• Lactose intolerance
• Vegetarian
• Diabetic
• Vegan
• Halal

Whilst every effort is made to cater a balanced diet for special needs, if you have a diet that is not covered by this list, please notify Student Central as soon as possible to discuss arrangements for the period of your stay at CSU.

Can I use my Meal Points on other CSU campuses?
Yes, if you are visiting another campus you can redeem Meal Points at outlets listed.

Where can I use my Meal Points?

Albury (Mon-Fri)

• Gums - 8am to 4pm
• The G - 4pm to close

Bathurst (Mon - Fri)

• Food Central - 7:30am to 7:30pm
• A2Z - 8am to 4pm
• Mini Mart - 8:30am to 5pm
• Rafters - 6pm to 8:15pm

Orange (Mon - Fri)

• Banjos - 8am to 7pm

Wagga Wagga

• Eat@20 (Mon - Fri) - 8:30am to 4pm
• Common Crust (Mon - Fri) - 9am to 3:30pm
• The Spoon (Mon - Fri) - 10am to 2:30pm
• Food Central (Mon-Sun)
  Breakfast - 7:30am to 9:30am
  Lunch - 12pm to 2pm
  Dinner - 5:30pm to 7:30pm
  Brunch (Sat-Sun) - 10am to 1pm
• Crow bar (Fridays) - 5:30pm to 7pm
• Mini Mart (Mon-Fri) - 8:30am to 5pm

Dubbo (Mon - Fri)

• Explorers Cafe - 8:30am to 3pm

Terms and Conditions

• Meal Points are provided as part of catered and semi-catered accommodation packages.
• Meal Points may also be purchased from campus cashiers at any time.
• Meal Points may be redeemed at participating food outlets on all campuses
• Meal Points are added to your CSU Card for use from the first week of session
• Unused Meal Points will rollover to the following term (i.e. from term 1 to term 2, from term 2 to term 3 & from term 3 to term 4), all unused Meal Points will be negated on move out day for each Package each year
• Meal Points are not refundable or transferable
• Meal Points can be redeemed at outlets at the equivalent rate of 1 point = 1 dollar on available items.
• Lost or Stolen CSU Card: During normal business hours, notify Student Central for a replacement.
• Students presenting to food outlets for meal claims without a CSU card and are fed, MUST present to Student Central for a replacement card in every instance, that is, the current card to be unlisted. The meal points will be manually adjusted.
• Meal Points can only be claimed with an active CSU Card
• Food portions of accommodation charges will not be refunded if students move out of residential accommodation and remaining points will be cancelled as a part of any accommodation cancellation
• Students are not permitted to allow any other person to knowingly utilise their student card to access buildings or services (eg Food outlets or laundry rooms)
• Cards presented that are not the holders will be confiscated
• Sensible, orderly behaviour is expected at all times and must meet an acceptable standard within all CSU venues
• Alcohol may not be brought into food outlets, bars or retail shops
• Persons showing signs of intoxication will be refused service and asked to leave premises in every instance
• Meal Points cannot be used for the purchase of alcohol

The Manager, Food and Beverage Services, or any staff member with the delegated authority of the Manager has authority to determine acceptable standards of dress and behaviour.