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Portion Plate Guide for Tuckshops

Getting portion sizes right can be tricky in a busy tuckshop. This Healthier Tuckshops Portion Plate Guide outlines how much of each food group to include in a meal or snack. With practical tips and recipes, this resource supports tuckshops to: Serve meals that meet Smart Choices guidelines Reduce food waste and save money Build students’ understanding of balanced eating Encourage healthier food choices in the school community This resource was developed as part of the Healthier Tuckshop Support Program funded by

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Longreach School of Distance Education Tuckshop Success

Did you know the Longreach School of Distance Education operates a tuckshop? Yes, you reach that correctly. ‘But, how?’ I hear you ask. Firstly, some context: Longreach School of Distance Education (LSODE) has 198 enrolled students ranging in age from prep through to year 10. The school opened in 1987 and has been a pioneer in distance learning ever since. The school provides integrated learning to more than 100 geographically isolated families and their children, most of whom hail

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Queensland Government Invests in Healthier Tuckshops for Schools

Up to 875,000 Queensland kids could benefit from additional Queensland Government funding secured by the Queensland Association of School Tuckshops (QAST) to continue to deliver the Healthier Tuckshops Program. More than a third of families rely on the school tuckshop once a week to feed their kids. And with 88 per cent of parents placing high importance on the availability of healthy food and drink options, programs like these have never been more crucial. QAST Executive Officer, Keryn O’Neill, welcomes

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Effective Communication in the Tuckshop

Effective communication is central in ANY workplace. When you work in a tuckshop you are in a unique position where you need to meet the needs and expectations of multiple stakeholders. Not only do these parties compete for your time and energy; you need to communicate different messages, and your communication style is going to be different. The tools you use to communicate with them is also different. Regardless of who we are communicating with, we need to make sure

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Woosh

Smarter Tuckshops start with Woosh. Streamline your high school tuckshop operations with Woosh – the all-in-one POS solution built for speed, simplicity, and school-friendly service. From their intuitive POS App to real-time inventory tracking, website ordering for pre-orders, and responsive WhatsApp/phone support, Woosh makes managing your school tuckshop easier than ever. Run smoother. Serve faster. Waste less.

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Slow Cooking in the Tuckshop

Slow cookers are a great tuckshop resource. They can slowly do their thing while you run around and do 300 other things! Why we love using a slow cooker in the tuckshop: They are relatively cheap investment. They are easy to store when not in use. They are portable if you were catering for an event away from the tuckshop. Their low heat means the risk of burning the dish is virtually zero. You can cook in bulk. Slow cookers

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Slow Cooked Beef Ragu

The rich flavours of this ragu will warm the tummies of students and teachers alike!

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Slow Cooked Mexican Chicken

Use this dish as a base for burritos, enchiladas, quesadillas or even Mexe chicken burgers.

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Deadly Tuckshop finds success with Free Feeds

All Queenslanders deserve access to affordable, fresh and healthy food that meets their dietary needs and cultural preferences. Along with reliable access, the ability to safely store, prepare and consume food is critical to a healthy diet. Without this, poor dietary intake increases the risk of chronic health issues, including overweight and obesity, diabetes, heart disease, and poor mental health and wellbeing. In Queensland, food insecurity is made worse by geographical isolation. It particularly impacts Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander

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Four decades of smiles, snacks and sandwiches

When Joyce first stepped into the tuckshop at Atherton State High School, she never imagined she’d still be there, four decades later. It all began when her own children were young. Joyce volunteered at both their primary and high schools, lending a helping hand wherever it was needed. One day, the tuckshop convenor announced she was stepping down and encouraged Joyce to apply for the role. With her big heart and natural care for others, it was a perfect fit.

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