Need help with food?
If you’re struggling to access food, there are local services across Melbourne’s northern suburbs that can help:
- Northpoint Centre (food parcels)
- Nourishing Neighbours (groceries & essentials)
- Open Table (free community food)
- Food Is Free Pantries (24/7 access)
- Local community pantries & meal services (Glenroy, Brunswick, Coburg)
- St Vincent de Paul (food vouchers & support)
There is no shame in asking for help — these services are here for you
food Support – Melbourne (Northern Suburbs)
Northpoint Centre
Locations: Tullamarine, Coburg, Craigieburn
Provides free food parcels weekly for individuals & families
Over 400–1200 parcels distributed each week
Nourishing Neighbours
Based in Moreland / northern suburbs
Provides:
- Fresh food, pantry items, frozen meals
- Toiletries & essentials
- Referral-based support system
Open Table
Shares free nutritious food across Melbourne
Focus on community connection + reducing food waste
Food is Free Pantry
24/7 community pantries (Banyule, Nillumbik, surrounds)
No registration needed
“Take what you need, give what you can”
Local Community Food Options
- Fawkner Community Pantry – open daily
- Glenroy Neighbourhood House – fresh food & meals
- Brunswick Salvos – food parcels + hot meals
- Coburg / Brunswick community meals & food programs
Foodbank
Food vouchers + emergency relief
Soup vans and food hampers across Melbourne
Supported by: St Vincent de Paul Society (Vinnies)