Member Benefits
As a student at the University of Newcastle, a free UNSA membership is your ticket to local discounts, new hobbies, a better social life, and getting the absolute most out of your time at uni.
Joining gives you access to 90+ student clubs so you can connect with people who share your interests. Members also unlock exclusive savings across local food, retail, and entertainment. Plus, you can grab a free lunch each week at multiple campus locations (during regular semester periods) or pick up a barista-style coffee from UNSA HQ.
UNSA is funded by students, led by student representatives, and dedicated to making your university experience something that's actually worth talking about after you've graduated.
But we're also here for the heavy stuff. Whether you need independent student advocacy, a platform to share your ideas, or someone in your corner when uni gets a bit weird, we have your back every step of the way.
Unlock the best of uni life with UNSA:
- Exclusive member discounts at local food, retail, and entertainment outlets
- Access to 90+ student clubs and societies
- Access to weekly free student lunches during semester periods
- Access to UNSA's food relief programs such as Free Food Friday and Grocery Pantry
- Enjoy discounted tickets to select UNSA parties, live gigs, and on-campus experiences
Download the Rubric app to carry your UNSA membership everywhere you go. Get instant venue discounts, explore 90+ student clubs, and get full access to on-campus events and UNSA's free student lunches.
Independent.
Not-For-Profit.
Student-Led.
UNSA is the only 100% independent, student-led organisation at the University of Newcastle. Funded by your SSAF fees and guided by your elected SRC, every dollar we receive goes straight back into enriching your campus experience.
Student Deals from our Partners
Exclusive discounts available to our members.
Holey Moley
CHARLESTOWN
Play 9 holes for just $8 with your UNSA membership.
Strike Bowling
CHARLESTOWN
$8 bowling (min 2 games)
$5 laser tag for UNSA members.
The Greenroof Hotel
HAMILTON
$2.50 off tap beers, house spirits, and house wines. Every Wednesday, 6pm–10pm.
Pickleballerz
CARDIFF
25% off court hire and social play.
Kumache
CHARLESTOWN
10% off small Nachos or Nacho Fries
JAG.
WESTFIELD KOTARA
15% off full-price items when you spend $100.
Hotel Gosford
GOSFORD, CENTRAL COAST
20% off food, plus $7 house schooners and house vodkas. Monday-Friday when you show your UNSA membership.
Escape Reality
NEWCASTLE
Save 10% on escape room bookings, food, and drinks from Monday to Thursday when you present your UNSA membership.
MANIAX Axe Throwing
NEWCASTLE
Save 10% on Viking Hour axe-throwing sessions plus all in-venue food and drinks when you show your UNSA membership.
Discover the full range of exclusive discounts
with your free membership.
Clubs + Societies
If you really want to embrace a sense of community while studying here, join a student club! (Or a dozen!) There’s a club for just about everything, from anime to scuba diving to Dungeons & Dragons; they’re an excellent way to grow your social life and learn a new hobby.
UNSA provides support to over 90 student clubs at the University of Newcastle. We provide funding for club activities, help with logistics (room bookings, governance, etc.) and promote club activities through our website, social media and mailing lists.
Student Events + Live Gigs
We know that studying at university isn’t just about getting a degree. It’s about making social connections, learning new skills, exploring a new culture (if you’re new to Newy), and feeling like you’re part of a community.
A work/life balance is everything. Never give up the things you enjoy doing, your hobbies and passions. Go to an art class. Go to a movie night. Try new things, and meet a variety of new people. You’ll have a lot more fun during your time at uni, and feel a lot more human at the end of your degree.
To keep campus life affordable, your free membership unlocks discounted tickets to select UNSA events and workshops, plus priority early-bird sales for Perks members.
+ heaps more!
From weekly free lunches and barista-style coffee at UNSA HQ to Opus magazine opportunities, skills workshops, and independent representation through our SRC, UNSA has your back across every part of campus life. Join today and make the most of your time at the University of Newcastle.
