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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 tuckshops, healthy schools, healthy children and we exist to support Queensland tuckshops to serve sustainable, affordable, nutritious and safe food choices.
Training
Gain the skills to run a successful tuckshop through our range of training courses.
Resources Centre
Tools to help run a profitable, safe and healthy food service for your school community.
Read our Talking Tuckshops magazine for tuckshop tips, ideas, advice and news.
Our latest news and resources
In Term 1, 2025, Project Officer Naomi headed up the range to Highfields State Secondary College to undertake a Tuckshop Tuneup service.
Goals for the visit included reviewing and...
12 June 2025
Join us at the A Better Choice Conference on Tuesday, 19 August 2025, at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, where we’ll be exploring ways to make healthy food and...
4 June 2025
School tuckshop and canteen managers and P&C members from across the Fraser Coast gathered on Tuesday, 13 May 2025 for a vibrant and insightful networking event, designed to...
20 May 2025
This easy savoury quiche slice is perfect for hungry tummies and can be served warm or cold. The sky is the limit with what...
Recipe courtesy of David Pugh, Executive Chef of Restaurant Two, Brisbane.
Quick, tasty and filling snack for all ages.
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Resources
Staffing
Best practice documents to support your most valuable resource – your staff.
Operations
Implement clear, documented procedures and records in your tuckshop.
Volunteers
Information and tools to assist you in recruiting, training and retaining your volunteer base.
Marketing
Learn how to market to your diverse school communities and maximise your sales.
Healthy School Events
Make school events healthy and fun and a learning opportunity for children.
Healthier Tuckshops
A range of FREE resources to help you achieve a healthier tuckshop menu.
Sustainable Tuckshops
See how to make healthy and environmentally friendly food choices.
Menu Planning
Resources to help you plan a menu that meets the needs of your school community.
Determine your financial goals and learn how to effectively manage your tuckshop to achieve them.
Smart Choices
Understand the Queensland Government’s Smart Choices strategy.
Food Safety
Useful links, information and templates to ensure safe food is provided to your school community.
