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Eat & Drink

  • Budget Tips

Quick and Affordable Recipes Every Student Should Know

Whether you are cooking solo in your studio or sharing a kitchen with friends, these recipes are easy to follow and suitable for any level of cooking confidence.

  • Must-Try

9 Aussie Foods You’ve Gotta Try (At Least Once) as an International Student in Australia

New to Aussie food? From meat pies to Tim Tams, here are 9 must-try Aussie eats for international students living in Australia. Embrace the weird, the wonderful, and the seriously tasty.

  • Must-Try

Must-Try Coffee in Melbourne

Here’s a list of must-try coffee spots that stand out for their unique brews, atmosphere, and dedication to the beans.

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Journal Edit

  • Resources

Start of Semester at Journal: How We Welcome New Residents

Discover how Journal Student Living welcomes new and returning residents with our themed Start of Semester Celebrations. From social events and shared experiences to new friendships, see how we help students settle into university life and feel at home from day one.

  • Resources

Journal Content Creator Program – Semester 2 Applications Now Open!

Calling Journal residents! Create 6 videos, get featured on socials, and earn $300. Apply by 16 August!

  • Competition

Share Your Journal Story & Win a $200 Gift Card

Share your Journal life in a short video for the chance to win a $200 gift card

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Mind & Body

  • Resources

How Can You Overcome Social Anxiety as a Student?

Starting university can feel overwhelming, especially when social anxiety makes meeting new people difficult. Discover practical, low-pressure ways to build confidence, connect with others, and feel more comfortable in student life.

  • Resources

How to Deal with Academic Stress at Uni

Academic stress can build fast during uni. This guide shares simple, practical ways to stay calm, sleep better, and keep motivated.

  • Resources

How to Deal with Homesickness as an International Student

Missing home isn’t a sign of weakness. It’s a sign that you’ve come from somewhere you care about — and that you’re brave enough to start again somewhere new.

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Student Guides & Tips

  • Resources

You’re Invited: Celebrate the Launch of Journal Market Way

Join us to celebrate the opening of Journal Market Way with live music, Melbourne food favourites, mocktails, city views, entertainment and tours of our new Melbourne CBD student accommodation.

  • Guide

12 Iconic Melbourne Landmarks Everyone Should Visit

From Queen Victoria Market to the Royal Botanic Gardens, discover Melbourne’s must-see landmarks and why they’re even better when you’re living close to the action.

  • Resources

You’re Invited: Visit Journal Campus House This Uni Melb Open Day

We’re opening our doors again – and this time, we’re joining the buzz of Uni Melb Open Day 2026!

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