Your guide on how to save, plan ahead and stay positive about your budget!

budgeting tips

Are you trying to save money for something big? Thinking ahead will help keep you motivated!

THINK OF THE BIG PICTURE

Before you hit the shops, prepare a shopping list and stick to it!

MAKE A SHOPPING LIST

Get organised ahead of time and get creative with cheap cuts of meat, pasta or different vegies!

PLAN YOUR WEEKLY MEALS

Use a refillable water bottle or fill a thermos with your favourite hot beverage!

REFILL AND REUSE

GO BARGAIN HUNTING

Check out op shops for those bargain buys on things like furniture, clothes, white goods and accessories!

GET EVERYONE INVOLVED

Tell your friends and family that you’re trying to save money and plan cheap activities with them.

NEEDS VS. WANTS

Think before you buy, is this a need or a want. Will not spending the money help me achieve my goal?

ASK FOR HELP

If your finances do fall apart, it is ok to ask for help! Welfare Officers know what they’re doing and know how to help you!

CRICOS: QLD00244B NSW02225M TEQSA: PRV12081 16.3.C 09.2014

For more information or budgeting help, contact your Welfare Officer at your Student Services office or email welfare@usq.edu.au

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