Queensland Association of School Tuckshops
The Queensland Association of School Tuckshops (QAST) is a not-for-profit membership association working with Queensland school communities to build capacity in tuckshops and improve health outcomes for children. Our vision is Healthy and empowered school tuckshops and we exist to support Queensland tuckshops to deliver healthy food and sustainable services.
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Our latest news and resources
Run a school tuckshop and keen to squeeze some professional development in? Want to meet other convenors from around the Townsville (North Queensland) region to see how they do things...
7 April 2026
At Bay View State School, the tuckshop isn’t just a place to grab lunch; it’s a thriving hub of healthy food, community connection, and smart business practices.
With a strong focus...
2 April 2026
Recipe costing is the process of calculating exactly how much it costs to make each menu item. This includes every ingredient, right down to the smallest amount of oil, seasoning,...
18 March 2026
Tuckshop-friendly recipes
Use this dish as a base for burritos, enchiladas, quesadillas or even Mexe chicken burgers.
This simple, slow-cooked curry is packed full of flavour and loaded with veggies.
Snack packs are a great opportunity to provide healthy snacks to students and staff. They can be eaten on the run (i.e., playground...