Campus shops and services
Child care centre
Free Range Kids evolved from a vision and dream of a group of people passionate about providing true, quality care. Collectively, the owners of Free Range Kids have 20 years experience in the child care industry in the development, construction, management and operation of long day care centres. Their aim is to ensure that the responsibility of caring for one of your most important people in your life, your child, is taken as the most serious role they will encounter throughout their lives.
School Locker bookshop
School Locker operates a bookshop on the Gatton Campus, which stocks required texts and stationery plus a large range of stationery at competitive prices. They also stock software, emblematic gifts and clothing, graduation bears, lab coats and dissection kits, and greeting cards.
The shop is a branch of the main St Lucia operation, and offers similar services and access to publishers as provided on other campuses.
Community garden
The University of Queensland Gatton Community Garden has flourished from the hard work and creativity of a keen group of students.
The idea gained momentum and once Property and Facilities (UQ Sustainability) came on board along with the Office of the Director, Gatton Campus the project grew larger than was initially envisioned. The UQ Gatton Community Garden is nearly a hectare in size and includes thirty-eight garden beds in which students and staff can grow their own herbs and vegetables as well as a soil pit, outdoor seating and a covered deck that can be used as a versatile classroom, a garden shed and an amenities block.
Equity and diversity
If you are a student, please refer to the UQU or Student Services for information, support and resources.
The University of Queensland values diversity and inclusivity, seeking to reflect the broader community by attracting and retaining high quality staff from a range of backgrounds. The Equity and Diversity section, Human Resources Division, takes a proactive and preventative stance in regards to equity matters to ensure that all staff members have equal access to resources, have equal opportunity and are able to enjoy a pleasant, accepting, inclusive and diverse working environment.
Intercampus bus service
The University of Queensland provides staff and students two free bus services, the Intercampus bus service and the St Lucia-Long Pocket shuttle. These services are provided for UQ students and staff.
A charter bus hire service is also available through UQ's bus service provider, Belbaker Pty Ltd.
Parking on campus
UQ Gatton does not have a paid parking scheme (with the exception of the Gatton undercover parking). Student can park on campus for free in most areas (except for carparks with specific signage). There is a permit system for staff parking areas, please refer to your supervisor regarding the permit system.
Parking is regulated Monday to Friday 7am to 6pm
Places to eat
Dining Hall
All you can eat cold and hot buffet for breakfast, lunch and dinner is available during the University semesters. Always made fresh by our catering team, with so many different choices each day.
Winner of the prestigious Restaurant & Catering Association, Awards of Excellence, 2018 South East Queensland, Category: Best Site & Industrial Caterer
Walkway Cafe
The Walkway Cafe offers a wide variety of snacks, sweets and sit down lunches. Enjoy a cappuccino made to your liking or a cold beverage on a hot day. There are so many delicious treats to choose from, you will be back for your next visit in no time. Come in, relax, meet up in our cosy semi-private room, or watch the world go by in our open café and garden terrace.
The opening hours are 8.00am – 3.00pm Mon to Fri during term.
Coffee Pod
Offering a selection of grab & go foods, drinks, and barista-made coffees.
Open Monday to Friday 7am to 1.30pm during term.
Related links
Student Centre
Located on each UQ Campus, Student Centres are your one-stop shop for all student administration and general enquiries relating to the University.
At Gatton, in addition to the core services provided by all UQ Student Centres, students can:
- Obtain student ID cards
- Seek assistance regarding timetabling
- Get information relating to programs within the Faculty of Science
The Student Centre is open Monday to Friday 8.30am - 4.30pm and is located on Level 1 of the N.W. Briton Administration Annexe (8101A)
Phone: +61 7 5460 1276
Email: enquire@science.uq.edu.au
Student Help On Campus (SHOC)
Brought to you by UQ Union, SHOC (Student Help On Campus) is a free, independent, short term support service for all UQ students. SHOC can provide you with assistance on matters relating to the following services: Education & Equity, Employment, Gender & Sexuality, Legal, Migration, and Welfare.