Living in a residential community

You’re not allowed to use cooking appliances in your room (like toasters, kettles, rice cookers and air fryers). Your kitchen already has a full range of appliances and utensils, so please use these whenever you’re preparing meals.

You're responsible for keeping your room clean. There are vacuum cleaners available. Staff will come in regularly to clean the kitchen and common areas, but they won't clean anything that's really messy, so please make sure you (and your housemates) put your belongings away after use.

If you damage Fedliving property because of careless or intentional behaviour, you'll have to pay for the repair or replacement. It's easy to avoid this. Don't climb through windows, leave doors unlocked or tamper with locks. And be careful not to damage the walls if you put up artworks or posters.

Illegal drugs and substances aren't permitted anywhere on University premises. If you’re found using or possessing them, the matter will be referred to Victoria Police and disciplinary action will follow (you'll probably be evicted). If you or a friend need support around drug use, reach out to Residential Wellbeing or the Campus Nurse.

If any electrical item supplied by Fedliving is damaged or not working, report it to the office immediately so it can be repaired or replaced. Any personal electrical items you bring with you should be tag‑tested to meet Victorian Electrical Standards as soon as possible after you move in. You can have a personal bar fridge in your room as long as it's less than five years old and placed on a carpet mat.

After 10.30 pm, noise must be kept to a minimum. If someone asks you to keep the noise down, please do. If noise from another resident is bothering you, let them know (politely). If things don’t improve, you can contact security or talk to Fedliving staff.

If you choose to drink alcohol, you must do so responsibly and in line with Victorian state laws and University policies. Remember that alcohol is not permitted on University grounds outside the residence area, and alcohol-related behaviour must not impact the safety or wellbeing of others.

Keep windows and doors closed when you’re not in your room. Don’t tamper with locks or leave unit doors open. If you notice a faulty alarm, door or lock, report it straightaway. All building entrance and emergency exit doors must stay securely closed. Please don’t prop them open – this puts the whole building at risk.

If you feel uncomfortable walking across campus or you’re studying late, you can request a security escort to walk with you to your residence or another campus location. If you notice anything unusual – like someone loitering, damaging property or behaving aggressively – report it to campus security immediately. Save campus security and local emergency contacts in your phone so you can access them quickly if needed.

Authorised University staff may enter units and rooms to inspect or repair property, remove furniture or clean. Every effort will be made to respect and protect the privacy of residents. If staff need to come into your room, they will knock loudly before entering. They will also lock your door when they leave.

You can't smoke or vape inside any University buildings or residential spaces at any time, but you can use these designated outdoor smoking areas:

Mt Helen Campus

• Bella Guerin Hall, quad BBQ area
• Bella Guerin Hall, Jardin Drive (across from unit 8)
• Peter Lalor Hall South, quad BBQ area
• Peter Lalor Hall North, across from unit 15
• Peter Lalor Hall North, behind unit 25

Gippsland Campus

• West Residence, end of footpath past unit 8
• West Residence, end of footpath past unit 1
• West Residence, along footpath towards shopping centre
• West Residence, end of footpath past unit 23
• North Residence, McDonald Way, entrance to Mary Brant Bruce Drive

Berwick Campus

• Building 955, corner of building (car park side)