Events & Activities
Join us for inclusive events and activities to engage, have fun and gain new experiences with your peers.
The are many student events to select from - social, community, engagement - and you are invited to participate in both on-campus and online events and activities.
And make sure you check out the student discounts and workshops on offer.
Are you studying online? You're more than welcome to come to any of the events. We'd love to see you there!
Starts Apr 14
Surry Open Table Tennis Comp
To Apr 27
The 11th Asia Pacific Triennial of Contemporary Art
May 4
Wings For Life World Run
To Sep 2025
Bluey's World
All year
Community Pantries / Food Banks
For Business students
Social Enterprise Hub
All the time
Gadigal Garden
Every Wednesday
Wednesday Walkies
Every Wednesday
Salty Sips
Every Wednesday
Salsa Classes
Every Thursday
Bus Shopping Trips
Every Thursday
Chess Club
Every Friday
Board Games
Want more?
New events are coming soon
STEM Women Graduate Careers Event
Sydney
Friday 21 March, 1pm - 4pm
Melbourne
Tuesday 25 March, 1pm - 4pm
Brisbane
Monday 31 March, 1pm - 4pm
Adelaide
Wednesday 2 April, 1pm - 4pm
Students & recent graduates...do not miss out on this incredible FREE opportunity!
Join us to network with outstanding graduate employers. Each employer will have a stall for you to visit and chat to their recruitment teams. Discover internships and graduate career opportunities, ask questions, and get a head start on your dream career.
The event is perfect for people who are studying, or recently graduated from, a STEM related course at university and are considering different career opportunities.
We cannot wait to welcome you to the event - make sure you register a.s.a.p. to avoid missing out.
Questions? Email sophiec@stemwomen.com and we will get back to you!
See you there!
The STEM Women Team
Note: aimed at students and graduates who are permanently eligible to work in Australia.
Surry Open Table Tennis Comp
Round 1 & 2
Monday 14 - Thursday 17 April
Semi-finals & Finals
Monday 22 - Thursday 24 April
Get ready for our autumn edition table tennis competition!
Compete for glory and show off your skills on the court.
Regulations
- Respect everyone's time. Only register if you are sure you can attend the match.
- Be on time. There is a 5-minute grace period. After that, a player from the waiting list will take your spot.
- Match schedules are fixed. The First and Second Rounds will follow the set times. Semifinals and Finals may be adjusted based on player availability.
- Check your student email. All post-registration communications will be sent there.
Note: For further information, please email flor.gongora@torrens.edu.au
🏓 Ready to compete?
Game on!!
Future Actions After Graduation
Where
Room 1.12
Adelaide campus
When
Wednesday 26 March
5pm - 6:30pm
Most times, students, especially final years are confronted with this question, "What will you do after graduation? The industry team has invited an expert in Career Development to Adelaide campus, to discuss and provide constructive answers to the question.
Join Tina Tedesco-Vella, as she provides unique guidelines on actions students and graduates need to take to get into the workforce.
Tina Tedesco-Vella is a Strategic Workforce and Career Development Practitioner, expert in career transition and development, and the visionary founder and CEO of EmployCareer Inc. She has developed innovative resources, conducted comprehensive skills assessments, and provided strategic advice to management teams across government, education, and community sectors. Her leadership extends to key roles with the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations, the Department of Infrastructure and Transport, and the Department for Education SA, where her initiatives have empowered employees to embrace change with confidence.
Guest speaker: Tina Tedesco-Vella
Tina Tedesco-Vella is a Strategic Workforce and Career Development Practitioner with extensive expertise in career transitions. She is also the Founder and CEO of EmployCareer Inc.
Wings For Life World Run
Wings For Life World Run is the largest global running event where thousands of people from all over the world start running at the same time.
Wings for Life World Run is taking place on Sunday 4 May, 9pm local time. There are flagships runs across the country and anyone can take part via the App from anywhere.
This year is the 12th annual Wings for Life World Run and information for your city locations (including specific times) can be found here:
100% of the entry fee ($28 AUD) goes directly to spinal cord injury research.
All runners and wheelchair users taking part in the Wings for Life World Run will start off on their run at exactly the same time and run or roll as far as they can. There is no set finish line. Instead, 30 minutes after the starting signal, the Catcher Cars will start moving and gradually accelerate to overtake the participants one by one, either in real or virtual form.
As soon as the Catcher Car has caught a runner, their personal race is finished. So the truly special thing about the Wings for Life World Run is that everyone is a finisher no matter how far they’ve run!
Register in your city
Adelaide: La Trobe Sports Stadium, Sports Park La Trobe University
Register for Adelaide
Brisbane: UQ Sport Athletics Centre, The University of Queensland
Register for Brisbane
Melbourne: Netball SA Stadium, 155 Railway Terrace, Mile End South
Register for Melbourne
Sydney: Royal Randwick Racecourse
Register for Sydney
Auckland: Go Media Stadium, Mt Smart
Register for Auckland
Community Pantries, Food Banks and Meals
We know that sometimes things can be tough but we’re here to help.
On-campus
Head to the community pantry or food bank on campus and grab what you need. Share what you can, take what you need.
Adelaide
Wakefield St - located next to the Ground Floor vending machine.
Drop off donations to the concierge.
Brisbane
For students in need or experiencing hardship, please speak with the Concierge or Student Services for Community Pantry access.
Drop off donations to the Concierge.
Melbourne
Flinders St - Level 5 kitchen.
Drop off donations to the concierge.
Sydney
Surry Hills campus - Located on Level 3, near the Library.
Drop off donations to the Concierge.
How can you help?
Support by donating non-perishable items (anything that is not fresh produce).
Our community pantries have been a great support for students and Together for Good is the perfect chance to remind you how you can help!
Off campus
Brisbane
Community Dinner - Ivory Street, Fortitude Valley
Provides material aid in the form of a free community dinner for people experiencing homelessness or disadvantage.
To use this service you should be : People experiencing or at risk of homelessness and/or who are marginalised.
Fridays 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Phone number: (07) 3353 1266
Community Meal Service - 2 McLachlan Street, Fortitude Valley
Provides material aid in the form of a free hot dinner for people who are homeless, people at risk of homelessness and for those who are disadvantaged.
To use this service you should be: People who are homeless, at risk of homelessness and for those who are disadvantaged.
Saturdays 4:30pm - 5pm
Food Pantry - 42 McLachlan Street, Fortitude Valley
A food pantry provides material aid in the form of free food parcels for children and young people 12 to 25 years old who are experiencing homelessness or who are at imminent risk.
To use this service you should be: Young people 12 to 25 years old experiencing homelessness or who are at imminent risk.
Monday to Friday 1pm - 4pm
Lighthouse Care - $25 Trolley
Get a trolley of essential food and groceries for only $25 including fresh fruit and vegetables, fridge, freezer and dry food boxes.
Sydney
Food Pantries
- Marrickville - Addison Road Community Centre 142 Addison Road (Hut 1, building covered in solar panels facing our big carpark).
- Camperdown - 31 Pyrmont Bridge Rd
They sell packaged goods at very low cost. As soon as you spend $5 or more we offer free fruit, vegetables and bread.
No proof of income or visa status is required.
Salty Sips
Where
Glenelg Jetty or Henley Square
Aelaide
When
Every Wednesday
6:30am: Yoga flow
7am: Ocean dip
Coffee, snacks & chats at
neighbouring cafes follow
Salties is a FREE community event run by our friends at Human.Kind.
- We show up at dawn. Rain, hail or beautiful sunshine.
- We move. A half-hour yoga flow, pilates, maybe a jog. Led by our epic Human.Kind facilitators.
- We swim. No matter the temperature. It’s often warmer in than out.
- We sip warm brews. And enjoy meeting new people.
- It’s inclusive, good for your health and socially connecting. It’s the perfect way to start your day.
No bookings required.
This is a free event and inclusive to all ages and levels.
Bring a friend or make new ones there.
Games Night
Where
Location G.25
Flinders St campus
When
Every Thursday
5pm - 6pm
Welcome to Games Night - your ultimate playground for fun and friendly competition! Join us each week as we delve into a world of board games, console games, card battles, and more.
With a wide variety of games to choose from, it's the perfect opportunity to unwind, connect with new friends, and discover your next favorite game.
Let the games begin!
Yoga Sessions with Masha
Where
Surry Hills
Room 3.10
When
Starts 14 March
Every Thursday
5pm - 6pm
Cost
$10
Embark with Masha on a wellness and mental health journey every Thursday.
We know how busy life can get, so take some time to yourself and help boost your physical and mental health with our weekly yoga sessions.
Mats are available.
The Welcome Dinner Project
Where
Australia-wide
When
Any time
The Welcome Dinner Project is enabling newly arrived people - including international students - and established Australians to meet over dinner conversation in the comfort of their own home.
This project is accessible to everyone! There is no cost involved and support can be provided for transport, child minding and translation when necessary.
All you have to do is register your interest to either host a Welcome Dinner in your home or simply participate in a Welcome Dinner in your area and a facilitator will be in touch to take you through the next steps.
Bus Shopping Trips
Where
Leura campus
When
Every Thursday
4:15pm to 7:45pm
Need to go shopping or need a lift into town?
The Bus can drop you off and pick you up anywhere between Katoomba and Wentworth Falls every Thursday.
Please contact the Duty Manager on 0420 984 668 to arrange.
Mindful Mondays
Where
Leura campus
Star Lounge
When
Every Monday
8:30am to 9am
Having a calm mind and relaxed body helps you perform at your best.
Set yourself up for a great week by settling and recharging your mind in this short guided mindfulness meditation session.
Benefits of meditation: enhances your mood, improves memory, improves sleep, brings harmony to your life, increases energy and reduces stress.
All students and staff are welcome to drop in, no prior experience required.
Chess Club
Where
Leura campus
Library
When
Every Thursday
11:30am to 1pm
Dr Boehringer runs chess club every Thursday.
If you’re a keen chess player or wanting to learn how to play, this is the place for you!
All are welcome, simply turn up and play.
Board Games
Where
Leura campus
Library
When
Every Friday
3pm to 4pm
Come have fun at the Library playing some board games with your fellow students.
To register your interest please email lachlan.mitchell-wanstall@torrens.edu.au.
Sports Club - Adelaide
Where
Adelaide
Would you be interest in a sports society that hosts sports days, watches and discusses sports together?
Join the Sports Club!
Upcoming dates
Sunday 12 May: 11am - 12.30pmVolleyball $7
Sunday 26 May: 11am - 12.30pm
Saturday 8 June: 5pm -7pm
Sunday 23 June: 11am - 12.30pm
Gadigal Garden
Where
Surry Hills Rooftop
When
All the time
Take a refreshing break with stunning city views and the captivating aroma of our native garden.
All plants come from Indigigrow or Australian Plants Online.
Markets at Glebe Public School
Markets at Glebe Public School (previously known as Glebe Markets) are open and are here to stay!
Come and browse a wealth of fashion as well as jewellery and accessories from local designer to vintage every Saturday!
Enjoy the vibe with a snack from a variety of food stalls from all around the world and you sit on the lawn.
Volunteeers needed - Simulated Patient Program
Where
Adelaide
Brisbane
Melbourne
Sydney
Torrens University School of Nursing is looking for volunteers to simulate the role of a patient for the nursing students during their clinical simulation practice sessions. No previous experience is required!
Benefits of Volunteering:
- Help train the next generation of nurses
- Gain unique insights into healthcare education
- Enjoy a fulfilling and engaging experience
You will be notified in advance of the days and times your participation is needed.
Come and make a difference with us!
Help train the nurses of tomorrow by completing this expression of interest.
Student Services Drop-ins | Brisbane
Need help? Drop-in and meet your Student Services team!
They are your one-stop shop for information, advice, and connections to support services and resources.
Every Thursday, 2pm - 3pm in the Boardroom on level 2.
Salsa Classes
Where
Surry Hills
Room 3.10
When
Every Wednesday
11am - 11:30am
Trimester 1, 2025 sessions starting 19 March!
Join our free Salsa Sessions and let the rhythm take over!
Feel the heat of the Latin beats as you dance your worries away in this exciting, fun-filled class.
Wednesday Walkies
When
Every Wednesday
Where
Starting from Bowen Tce campus
Walk with us every Wednesday as we explore fabulous Brissie
Stay tuned to @srctorrensbrisbane for more details!
Walking Club
Where
Flinders Street campus entrance (next to Toffee)
When
Every Wednesday, until the end of T2
3pm - 4pm
Join the Walking Club! Meet on campus, explore the city's many routes, discover landmarks, and end with secret locations for sweet treats.
Enjoy the benefits of exercise, making friends, and uncovering new city gems each week!
Breakfast Club
Where
Flinders St campus
Level 5
When
Wednesday 13 November
Monday 11 December
9:30am to 11:30am
Dive into tasty breakfast delights and mix it up with fun guest staff each week - librarians, learning facilitators, success coaches, and more.
It's your weekly rendezvous for a delightful start to the day!
Got a great idea for a club at Flinders St?
Clubs and societies are a great way to make like-minded friends and enrich your campus experience.
What type of club or society can I start?
Clubs can cater to a diverse range of interests and passions, such as social, art, music, cultural, hobbies, games, professional skills, or sports clubs.
Please note, three to five clubs will be chosen to start in 2025. New clubs will work closely with SRC to hold their own events and spread awareness of their club through social media.
If you have a great idea for a club, let us know!
Strategic Risk Case Competition
Put your risk strategy skills to the test!
AcademyGlobal has joined forces with the Institute of Strategic Risk Management (ISRM) to deliver a Strategic Risk Case Competition, where you’ll take on a real business risk scenario, develop a strategic response, and present your recommendations to a panel of industry experts. Compete against students from across Australia and New Zealand, sharpen your consulting skills, and gain valuable insights into risk strategy and organisational resilience.
Why take part?
- Practical experience: Solve real-world business problems in a high-pressure consulting-style environment.
- Industry exposure: Present your case to top risk professionals and gain exclusive insights.
- Recognition and rewards: Win cash prizes ($1000, $500, $250), receive a participation certificate, and gain a one-year complimentary membership to ISRM.
- Career boost: Winning team members receive mentorship opportunities with leading risk professionals.
Don’t miss this opportunity to gain real-world consulting experience, engage with industry leaders, and showcase your risk management expertise.
Registrations close 5pm, Friday 28 March 2025 AEDT - so don’t miss out!
Gather your team and register here or talk to your learning facilitator on how to enter.
Want to see what success looks like?
Read about our students’ journey to the grand final in one of AcademyGlobal’s previous challenges: Read their story here.