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Everyone young and old loves a trip to the zoo and with over 500 animals (native to New Zealand and from across the world) to see Wellington Zoo makes a great day out.

Explore handy nutrition and exercise tips for busy uni students - you've got this!

We've put together a list of our top picks for the best Australian music to study to, guaranteed to get you focused and motivated - crank up the volume and let's get ready to hit the books!

Moving away from home university is a big step in anyone's life. It's exciting, but can also be a bit daunting as well. But don't worry! UniLodge has your back. In this blog post, we'll explore the world of university life in Melbourne and student accommodation, so that you can get a taste of what it means to live near campus and experience the city of Melbourne like a local!

Hidden around the corner of Unilodge Carlton, UniLodge Lincoln House and Student Living D1 is a hidden Japanese café - Hareruya Pantry.

One of the more unique cafés near Unilodge Carlton, UniLodge Lincoln House and Student Living D1.

We asked our UniLodge Team to tell you their favourite places to visit around Perth to help you settle in and enjoy our beautiful city.

When you’re renting it can be hard to know if there is an issue. Here is your guide.

Have you just arrived in Melbourne? Or new to another state? Here are my top 10 tips for students who have just moved to a new state or country to study.

Hi my name is Hannah, from China, a member of Residential Advisor UniLodge Royal Melbourne!

Melbourne's Brunch culture is very famous, you must have heard about it! If you are an international student from a different cultural background, you definitely need Brunch Menu Tips!

To save you from the awkward period of “what to do next?” after the restrictions are down, I have created a fun list of bars and drinks to seek out  once you have your newfound freedom!

At UniLodge Victoria University, we are keen to make a difference to the environment by actively making conscious choices within our property to reduce waste, reuse and assist our residents who also wish to make a difference. 

Making new friends as an adult can be hard for anyone but being an introvert can make it 100x harder. As an introvert myself I have struggled to make new friends as an adult or being comfortable in social environments but it is important to remember that you are not alone and a lot of people in the room, are probably suffering in the same way as yourself!

Hello my name is Shanyi Yang. I am an international student from China currently studying for a Bachelor of Civil Engineering at Charles Darwin University (CDU).

Getting to know us series | Please meet Boineelo, Residential Advisor at UniLodge Lincoln House. We've asked her what attracted her to stay in Melbourne.

Hey everyone, it’s Mr McCluckin over here, and I am here to tell you all about my time at Kurrajong Village!

It’s been a busy start to 2021 here at UniLodge Royal Melbourne with our residents participating in events such as baking cookies in our communal kitchen, to planting and decorating our communal herb garden in our sun-drenched courtyard. After 8 months of lockdown, it feels amazing to be able to use our common areas again!

Canberra seems to have a bad reputation for being a sleepy city, but the capital really does have something for everyone! With quaint old bars, gustatory experiences, bush walks/hikes and national collections, there is plenty to explore. Here are a few great places to start:

Please meet Taylor, our Residential Life Manager at UniLodge @ UC.

Christmas in Australia coincides with summer. Discover the best things about spending Christmas in Australia with new festivties, food, beaches and fun in the sun!

The Central Business District of Melbourne is the heart of Melbourne city and as such has a lot of options for students and others to frolic around and have a good time.

Hear from Han, one of our Residential Advisors, what she thinks about living at UniLodge.

Hear from Isuru, our Residential Advisor at UniLodge on Villiers what he thinks about living at UniLodge.

Psychology is a fascinating field of study that concerns itself with the science of the human mind. With 1 in 5 Australian adults suffering from some form of mental illness or stress, it’s never been more important to have highly trained, skilled psychologists in the workforce.

Studying in a café is a quintessential part of student life, but finding the right café is important. 

Starting your life as a student in Adelaide involves understanding the costs of studying in Australia.

From the initial butterflies in my stomach of studying thirteen thousand kilometres away from home to finding a diverse and welcoming workplace to finally finding solace during a Pandemic;

Hi, I’m Anthony and I’m a second year postgraduate student at the Melbourne Business School.

It was mid-2015, I was a freshman at the University of Melbourne. 

My name is Michelle, I recently graduated from James Cook University and now work as the Residential Life Manager at UniLodge JCU Halls of Residence.

An Interview with Alyssa, one of our Residential Advisors at UniLodge on Villiers.

Here’s how Mridula became co-parent to 7 little ducklings at UniLodge Kurrajong Village.

Here are the top 5 all times must-watch horror films that you don't want to miss.

Tingting Yang, a University of Melbourne student and a RA at UniLodge Lincoln House, wants to share her experiences of living and studying in Melbourne this year.

Hi I’m Kylie and I would love to tell some of the interesting and fun things about Campus West. 

Just weeks into semester one, University of Melbourne students Visnu and Timothy had to transition to remote learning and study due to the emerging COVID-19 pandemic. 

The North Melbourne area is well known for its fabulous coffee and dining district and is only a short walk or tram ride from your front door. 

With Universities online, lockdowns, curfews and with some spare time on our hands, it is the best time to investigate the legendary VEGEMITE!!

If you’re new to Canberra and have no idea what is around, this might give you some ideas of things to do with your new university friends.

Here are some tips from our team at UniLodge Vivida and UniLodge Riversdale.

One of the things we love about Sydney's public transport is cheap Sunday public transport Opal deal.

Peter from UniLodge on Swanston tells why it is very important to take care of yourself during this time of isolation away from family, friends and normal life.

Meet the Team at UniLodge Metro Adelaide.
We sat down with Omar, our Customer Service Coordinator and asked him a few questions about Adelaide and other adventures.  

Melbourne’s lockdown may still continue, but that’s no reason not to explore many of Melbourne’s greatest tourist attractions, albeit from the comfort of your own room! Climate control, snacks at your fingertips while you're in your room at UniLodge Lincoln House – things mightn’t be so bad after all.

Living in student accommodation in lock down is not an easy task but our residents decided to write letters and find different ways to connect with the local community to bridge a gap and make new friends.  

Carrot cake? You must be thinking of moist carrot cake with the thick cream cheese icing.

Hear from our resident, Varsha who is a postgraduate student staying at UniLodge for almost 6 months. 

Melbourne has so much to offer and the best part is discovering it for free and adding the picturesque views on your Instagram feed. Let me introduce you to some free spots where you can explore and enrich your experiences during your stay in Melbourne.

Tips from the team at UniLodge on Lonsdale.

Tips from our team at Student Living - 746 and 740 Swanston. 

You have received an offer for university, and you are about to move out of home for the first time. It is an exciting time in your life, but it can also be a daunting one.

Taylor tells us all about her experience being the Residential Advisor at UniLodge @ UC - Campus West.

As the weather begins to get warmer up in North Queensland, our local residents have decided to take the opportunity to get out and about over the weekend and recommended you do the same with these local hikes. 

Please meet Danii, our Residential Life Coordinator at UniLodge Royal Melbourne.

Annie, our Res Life Manager (RLM) at UniLodge Lincoln House has some tips for keeping our lives on track in difficult times.

We had a chat with Darcie, the Residential Advisor for UniLodge Victoria University to tell us what she thinks about our Residential Life Program.

Louisa, Property Manager – Operations at Te Tirohanga o te Tōangaroa in Auckland.

Family Dinner is something that we pride ourselves on at UniLodge South Bank as it is one of the events we hold that really helps us to build a community and help residents meet each other and enjoy a meal from cultures around the world. This is what our resident Sasanka had to say about her experience.

Annie from UniLodge Royal Melbourne compiled some of our favourite economical dishes to help you put your studio kitchen to the test and really take advantage of this time. How many levels do you think you can complete?

Adelaide is the city that's filled with everything you could possibly want from the Australian Experience! Have a day off from studying? The team at UniLodge @ Metro Adelaide have compiled a list of our top 10 places to visit!

Your first time at Uni can be scary, but we have Res Life. Hear all from Luke, our Residential Life Manager from UniLodge @ UC Lodges in Canberra.

Sydney is Australia’s biggest city and the country’s top destination for international students. The cost of living may be slightly higher in Sydney than some other Australian cities, but it’s still possible to get by on a student budget.

Brisbane is one of the cheapest major cities in Australia. Whether you’re a domestic or international student, calculating the cost of living will help you make the most of your university experience in the Queensland capital.

Renowned for its culture and arts, Melbourne is one of Australia’s leading university cities. If you’re trying to determine the living cost in Melbourne for a student, we can help you create a realistic budget. 

Looking for some new and healthy snacks ideas? Check out our resident at UniLodge Victoria University, Senuri's Sri Lankan rainbow sandwiches recipe! 

One of the most important things to consider if you’re moving to Australia is the best student bank account. 

For most uni students, juggling study with a casual or part-time job is a necessity - but it can also have a positive impact on your life. 

UQ student, Neika Chatfield, reveals what it’s like living in student accommodation in the middle of a pandemic and the importance of community.

Moving is always a big deal. Moving to a new city is even bigger. Moving to a new city when it’s also your first time out of home? A MASSIVE deal! That’s why moving to student accommodation can be a really great stepping stone...

We had a chat with Anne our Customer Service Manager at UniLodge St Lucia to get the inside scoop on what to do around the University of Queensland and how important building community is for all new residents.

If you are looking to move to Darwin or study at Charles Darwin University, then this is a must-read article!

Hear from the UniLodge Insider! Luke, Residential Life Manager at UniLodge at Curtin tells you his favourite places to eat, shop and chill all within walking distance from the Perth campus.

Hear from the UniLodge Insider! Kirsty, our Property Manager – Operations at UniLodge @ RMIT Bundoora – Walert House in Melbourne.

Property Manager behind College Square on Lygon, Vickram, tells you all about living at UniLodge!

Hear from Gabriela, Zac and Lani as they share their insider tips as residents who have lived and studied locally at UniLodge South Bank over the last year.

With its glorious harbour and vibrant culture, Sydney is a dream destination for university students. If you’re new to Sydney’s international student community, we can help you get to know your adopted home. 

Are you planning to start your student life in Melbourne? We know you have strived hard towards your desired University in Melbourne. And now that you have finally made it to your destination, we know there must be an array of questions...