I’ll say it upfront – if you or someone you know needs a little extra help putting food on the table right now, you are absolutely not alone. With the cost of living continuing to rise, more North Brisbane families than ever are looking for ways to stretch their grocery budget just that little bit further.
I’m sharing where to find free and cheap groceries and meals across North Brisbane. If you’re able to give back, many of these organisations also welcome donations and volunteers, helping keep this vital community support going strong.
Loaves and Fishes
Meals are available through the Meal Program on Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 11am to 3pm (see their Facebook page for details), alongside $50 food parcels in Caboolture to help ease the pressure, as well as a Cost Recovery Outlet where discounted groceries can be purchased.
Community Care – Citipointe Marketplace
A hub for the neighbourhood; providing low-cost food, clothes, household items and furniture. All served with great coffee and snacks, a friendly smile and a playground for the kids. It’s a place for everyone who calls their neighbourhood ‘home’. For what’s on offer at the Marketplace in your area, contact your local Citipointe Church.
W: citipointechurch.com/marketplace
ADRA Community Care Centre
Each week, ADRA Pine Rivers distributes up to 170 food hampers to families and individuals in need. A pop-up op shop is run on the premises which not only helps fund the food hampers but also provides the community with affordable household items, sanitary items and other necessary supplies.
W: adra.org.au/project/adra-community-care-centre-pine-rivers
Pineapple Pantry
The Pineapple Pantry by Golden Circle in Northgate is a discounted community food outlet that was established to provide the community with affordable food and to help redirect excess food away from landfill. All products sold at the Pineapple Pantry are from Golden Circle.
I: www.instagram.com/the.pineapple.pantry
Kingdon Makers Food Outlet
This store has been around since the beginning of 2026 and offer free and low-cost food and grocery items. It is getting rave reviews for their ‘pantry staples are so much cheaper than the supermarkets’ their ‘daily deals’ and ‘amazing service’ that we recommend following them on Facebook to stay up to date.
A: 251 Oxley Ave Margate
Global Care Food Assist Programme
Global Care (Bribie & Caboolture) provides low-cost food hampers for $30 to eligible recipients on Wednesdays from 11:00 AM to 1:30 PM. The program offers affordable staples, including fresh produce, dairy, and pantry items, along with free bread to help residents facing financial hardship.
F: www.facebook.com/GlobalCareBribie
F: www.facebook.com/GlobalCareCaboolture
The Breakfast Club Redcliffe Inc
A range of practical support services are available to the community, including regular breakfast and dinner meal services at the Peninsula Support Hub in Redcliffe, along with daytime access to tea and coffee, emergency food relief, clothing and essential items. Additional weekly services such as mobile outreach, laundry and shower facilities, and healthcare support help ensure those doing it tough can access ongoing care, connection and basic necessities.
W: thebreakfastclubredcliffe.org.au
Caboolture Community Action
Caboolture Community Action Inc. (CCA) is a volunteer-run, not-for-profit organisation supporting individuals and families in the Caboolture and Morayfield area who are experiencing hardship, homelessness or are at risk. Alongside food relief, housing assistance and referrals, CCA provides daily general and emergency food hampers with essential supplies, as well as a weekly fruit and vegetable market on Fridays to further support those doing it tough.
W: caboolturecommunityaction.com
Chermside Parish Pantry
The Parish Pantry supports locals with food parcels and emergency supplies for singles, couples and families. Open Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 10am to 1pm, the pantry relies on generous community donations and volunteers who not only prepare and distribute food but also offer practical support and time to assist refugees and those adjusting to life in the local community.
W: www.allsaintschermside.org.au/parish-pantry
Foodbank QLD
If the above services are not able to help, please contact Foodbank QLD and use their food finder service on their website: findfood.foodbank.org.au/qld
