Got your period?
We've got you!
Come and collect a FREE menstrual cup or reusable pad from the Student Hubs team. You do not need to pre-order this product, simply turn up during their opening hours.
If you prefer discretion, simply tell the team you are there for your 'monthly meeting'.
Student Hubs are located at: City Campus, Grafton Campus, Epsom Campus, Te Papa Ako o Tai Tonga and Te Papa Ako o Tai Tokerau.
If you are unable to collect please email wellbeing@auckland.ac.nz to work out an alternative option. These requests are handled on a case by case basis.
Other locations for FREE menstrual products on campus:
| Faculty / Service Division | Location(s) | Products |
|---|---|---|
| AUSA | AUSA House Reception, Womenspace and Queerspace | Pads and tampons |
Business School Brought to you |
Level 0 female bathroom: 260-011 |
Pads and tampons |
| Faculty of Arts | Building 212 (Belgrave) in the basement bathrooms | Pads and tampons |
| Student Health and counselling service |
Located at University health and Counselling Services reception | Pads and tampons |
| Science Faculty | Various bathrooms in 301, 302, 303, and all bathrooms in Biology buildings |
Mixture of reusable and disposable products |
Period Product FAQs
Menstrual cup:
Looking for a place to empty and clean your cup discreetly on campus? Check out this list of bathrooms with a private sink.
Instructions on how to use a menstrual cup and how to clean it can be found here.
Reusable pad:
Which way does the reusable pad go? Tag side towards undergarment, while the dark grey section faces up. Use clip fasters to connect the wings and you are set for the next 4-6 hours! Instructions on how to clean them can be found here.
If you have any questions regarding these free products, please contact the team on wellbeing@auckland.ac.nz