Media
QAST is committed to advocating on behalf of tuckshop convenors to display the positive and professional manner in which they carry out their role and the importance of tuckshops and canteens in the school environment.
Tuckshops are a major contributor to the diets of students and QAST welcomes media opportunities which can show how they provide nutritious, safe and affordable food services at school.
For media enquiries please contact Chrissy Buzzard, Communications Manager, on (07) 3324 1511 or email chrissy@qast.org.au.
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This Tuckshop Day, Friday 6 November, Queensland is being encouraged to celebrate the dedicated people behind school tuckshops and recognise the important role they play in keeping...
4 November 2026
The Queensland Association of School Tuckshops is proud to support National Nutrition Week 2026 focusing on the challenges and opportunities to help create a connected and nourished...
8 October 2026
JAPANESE-INSPIRED karaage, a healthy take on chicken nuggets and a colourful twist on banana bread have taken out the top honours in Queensland’s 2026 Tuckshop Recipe of the Year...
16 September 2026
Run a school tuckshop and keen to squeeze some professional development in? Want to meet other convenors from around the Rockhampton region to see how they do things in their tuckshop...
15 September 2026
EIGHT innovative school tuckshop recipes from across Queensland have been named finalists in the 2026 Queensland Association of School Tuckshops’ Recipe of the Year contest, showcasing...
1 September 2026
For over seven years, Corinda State High School Cafe has been well-loved by their students and staff members.
With a warm atmosphere, the café welcomes students and staff from a school...
5 August 2026
When Carmel Window began at the Gympie South State School tuckshop in October 2018, she stepped into the role with a clear vision: to serve the school community with healthy, nutritious...
15 June 2026
At Garbutt State School, food is far more than just a meal; it’s a connection point, a support system and a foundation for learning.
With just 86 students, and around 85 per cent of students...
19 May 2026
Vending machines often get a bad rap. But as our schools get bigger and the cost of employing staff rises, can a case be made for healthy vending?
Modern vending machines can offer fresh...
29 April 2026
At Cairns West State School, the tuckshop is far more than a place to buy lunch; it is the heart of the school community.
Serving more than 450 students from one of Queensland’s most culturally...
21 April 2026
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