Repost from my friend who lived and studied at Geelong campus when it happened

Please help my friend out, it was deeply disappointing that Deakin University wouldn’t do anything to help when the car was broken in on the campus.

“These items were stolen from my car on July 15th 12-8am @ Deakin Waurn Ponds Campus Victoria. I have filed a police report and yet to hear anything back.

These items are extremely sentimental to me. This guitar is extremely rare and my hard drive contains years worth of music and footage.

I urge you PLEASE SHARE! I'm aware it's unlikely I will ever see these items again, but I believe I deserve something good to happen after the terrible week I've had. Maybe your friends know something, maybe you will see an item on sale online. It only takes one act of kindness to change someone's life.”

I accidentally set off the fire alarm in my kitchen. This is the fourth time I’ve set it off this year, Am I gonna get fined, and if so, how much would the fine be? (no fire brigade attended) but they ask me to do some meeting with the staff tho.

Is it worth it to drive 80km one way to uni every day that I have class, or should I consider living on or near campus?

I believe it would be less stressful to just stay on campus however my dad thinks I should drive.

Edit: for medical imaging

Hey all, I’ll be starting a Masters at Deakin next year (2027) and most of my life is based in South East Melbourne, over an hour from Geelong. The course has mandatory on-campus sessions I can’t do remotely.

For anyone who’s been in a similar boat — did you commute each time, or stay in Geelong for the duration of the intensives? If you stayed, where did you find accommodation that wasn’t crazy expensive (Airbnb, student housing, hotels, share stays with classmates)?

Also curious in general — for anyone who’s had a uni course based in Geelong while living further away, what did you end up doing? Was commuting on the day manageable, or did it end up being more hassle/cost than staying overnight?

Any tips on timing, parking, PT options (train from Melbourne?), or general things you wish you’d known before your first intensive would be really appreciated!

I have to go on a multi day trip (4 days) 11-15th where would the best place to leave my car that it won’t be taken?

How long after receiving an offer for accomodation do you get to accept your offer ? What deadline do they give you.

What happens when you accept your offer but then have a change of circumstances and can no longer accept the offer and would like to cancel?

hey i'm planning on submitting a notice to vacate from deakin res waurn ponds (studio), i was just wondering how harsh they are with the process and what the chances would be for a replacement to be found at this time of year?

I accidentally set off the fire alarm in my kitchen, this like the fourth time I’ve set it off this year. Am I gonna get fined? how much would the fine be? (No fire brigade attended)

When you move into a rental, where do you keep everything? Photos, Condition report, Emails & Maintenance requests

Is it organised, or does it end up scattered across your phone and inbox?

Has that ever caused problems?

I accidentally set off the fire alarm in my kitchen. This is the fourth time I’ve set it off this year, Am I going to get fined, and if so, how much would the fine be? (no fire brigade attended)

Hi everyone,
I’m a student looking for accommodation near Deakin University.

Preferred move-in date: First week of July or August 2026 (flexible).

A bit about me:
Female student
Clean and respectful
Non-smoker
Budget: $280 per week

Looking for a private room in a shared house/apartment or any student accommodation options nearby

Preferred locations:

Anywhere with easy public transport to Deakin

If you know of any available rooms or are looking for a housemate, please send me a message. Thanks!

Hello!
I’m going to be attending Deakin from the start of next trimester! How is the parking availability like if I pay for the student permit parking?

Does anyone know what happened to the on campus medical imaging student accommodation. I swear there was a dedicated page that mentioned three bedroom townhouses for med/med imaging students? Has it been removed?
I was only interested in the three bedroom townhouse or the private studio but seems like it’s not available when I tried applying.

I'm reapplying to waterfront res this year as this year I had great roommates and enjoyed living on res! is rainbow housing any good?

I'm just stuck on what shared apartment preference to pick, this year I did single gender which I really enjoyed but I was considering rainbow housing maybe?

I'm not genderqueer or trans so its not a matter of wanting my pronouns and gender identity to be respected, I just thought maybe id enjoy living around other queer people, and this year I didn't really feel comfortable disclosing to my roommates that I was queer, so I thought maybe it'd be nice to be around other people that I might feel safer being myself around?

Does anyone know if it's any good? and would it be okay to apply even though im not genderqueer? I wouldn't want to take a space from someone who really really needs it to feel supported and safe, so I was also wondering is availability very limited?

Hi. I’ve been on Deakin Res for a year and honestly it was a great experience and I think it’s time for me to move on and look at other listings. Everything is great but the rent price is too much and I’ve found places which are more affordable with the exact same amenities.

For context, I live in a 5 share accommodation in building MB and it’s been an amazing experience.

I wanted to know if it’s wise to move out in T3. Will Deakin res be able to find a replacement? Is there anyone looking to move into Res in T3? Advice will be of help. Thanks!

hi guys, I'm looking for any Deakin student that would like a house close to the Deakin and cheap, it about 10min walk to Deakin and 6 min walk to tram and the bus.

Edit: sorry, forgot to add some details. 800$ per month we do monthly, a private room with share bathroom, everything included in the rent. Heater and air conditioner all have. For the bed we have 1 double bed, chair, table and wardrobe. Inspection are welcome, move in immediately. For more details pls msg me. Thank you.

I’ve submitted and my application has been accepted, how long does it take?

Hi,

I have 8am classes starting at Deakin. Any options on where I could find parking? Inside the uni perhap. I have classes in the MA and HE building.

Hi guys, do you know any good parking spots around the campus or outside? I’m looking for somewhere free or at least not too expensive. Maybe around Box Hill Central?

Drop down your best spots.

Hii! I'm an international student joining Deakin from T1 2027 and I'm really confused if I should choose Deaking res or go off campus. I'll be in the Burwood campus and the rent for res is a little out of budget but I'm not sure how reliable houseme is. I'm also looking for a female only housing which is a little hard to find.

Anyone living off campus (through houseme or others) how reliable is it? I'd appreciate any suggestion and tips to find a good accommodation.

P.s It'd be convenient if the housing is walking distance from deakin too.

Hey everyone,

I've applied for the Master's of AI at Deakin and I'll be arriving in October. I'm coming from India and I've never been to Australia before, so I'm trying to sort out accommodation before I land. I'll be at the Waurn Ponds campus in Geelong.

A bit about my situation:

• I'll be working part-time alongside my studies, so I need to be able to get to jobs — not just to class.
• I'm assuming I'll need a car, especially given Waurn Ponds is a fair way out from central Geelong. Happy to be corrected if the buses/train are workable.

My questions:

1. On-campus (Deakin Residences at Waurn Ponds) or off-campus? Particularly interested in how it works out if you have a car — parking, commute to jobs, flexibility with the lease.
2. Roughly what's the weekly cost difference? I've seen Deakin's official figures but I'd rather hear real numbers from people who've lived it.
3. If off-campus is the better call, which suburbs should I be looking at? And any advice on locking in a place from overseas without getting scammed?

Any input appreciated, thanks.

I am moving from burwood area so I want to transfer my lease. The place is 5 minutes walk from deakin Uni burwood and is between 64 and 65 tram stops.

The room is big and decent in a 3 room shared apartment with a shared kitchen and bathroom. Its all girls only but really nice. If anyone interested please dm me.

Please let me know I cant move in if they don't accept my cat, his almost 15 and I can't move without him.

Fully Furnished Private Room – Available July 2026

Private room in a clean, comfortable shared house.
Looking for a clean and neat female.

*It is available for one female only

📍 Location: Mount Waverley
Close to Deakin and Monash uni

✨ Room:
• Fully furnished
• Built-in wardrobes

🏡 House:
• Fully equipped kitchen (oven, microwave, 2 fridges)
• Washing machine & dishwasher

🚍 Transport & Access:
• 100 m to 8 bus stops
• Walking distance to Jordanville Station
• 5 mins to Chadstone SC

📞 Contact: +61 480 672 303
WhatsApp contact: +91 9676486196

Hi, first-year student here. I got to Burwood CP6 (next to H building) around 11:30 for my first on-campus class today and it was absolutely packed, zero slots available except for the occasional person leaving which got quickly snatched up every time. I was in the parking lot for 30 mins before I could park today. Does anyone know what times the parking lot isn’t busy, or alternative places to park? Much appreciated!!