Hello,
Welcome to your new home at Peninsula!!
Our Peninsula residents are from all over the world. Our community is centred around celebrating and respecting our diversity, being inclusive and accountable.Â
Throughout your time at Peninsula, it is our goal to ensure that you feel safe, supported, and connected to our amazing community. We are proud of our community and are excited for you to join us.Â
The Residential Life Team (RLT) is here to support you so please reach out if you need support. As a team, we're here to help you settle in and foster a vibrant residential life with events and activities.Â
Peninsula Residential is home to 271 students and is made up of both Residential Village and Gillies Hall. Our mascot is the panther and our colours are blue, purple and white.
Peninsula Residential has a long history of housing and supporting students, beginning as a student hostel in 1960. Since the original building was replaced by the university library in 1994, Peninsula has continued to acquire or build the various housing options available today including, most recently, Gillies Hall.Â
Gillies Hall is the first student accommodation in Australia to be built to passive house standards. This means that the building is able to maintain a constant temperature all year round without requiring additional heating or cooling.
At Peninsula, we value community, tolerance and respect.
Our hall mascot is the panther and our hall colours are green, blue and white. We wear these colours with pride when we attend events such as College Clash.
Gillies Hall consists of 150 studio apartments situated on campus, and was opened in 2019. It is named after Dr Max Gillies AM (1941) who is an iconic Australian satirist, actor and director. With over 50 years’ experience in the performance industry, he is a Monash alumnus and mentor to actors and performers at Monash. He became a member of the Order of Australia in 1990 for service to the performing arts.
RV residences are spread out across campus and the local area:Â
11 Samada Street: 12 houses, normally 2 bedroom
3 Holmes Street: One 3-bedroom house
Lardner (65 & 67 Lardner Road): 2 houses with 9 residents
1 Bloom Street: 12 houses, 4 bedroom
Student Village (SV) (1a Bloom St): 5 houses, 8 bedrooms
The Resident Portal is your go-to access point for tools, training, forms, and anything else you might need while living on-campus
Away from MRS for more than two consecutive nights?Â
Submit an Absence Form
Have a guest staying with you overnight?Â
Submit an Overnight Guest Form
Something broken in your room or common space?Â
Submit a Maintenance Request Form
Community Support Officers (CSOs)
A dedicated team of highly trained staff, here to provide health and wellbeing support to residents, available after-hours on Monday to Friday and 24/7 on the weekend.
+61 408 599 162
MRS Security Officers
Security staff on-site every night, patrolling MRS buildings to ensure the safety and security of residents.Â
+61 3 9902 7777Â
Monash University Security
24/7 assistance for students, including security escort services and security shuttle buses.
+61 3 9905 3333 (emergency)
+61 3 9902 7777 (general)
bSafe app
Bringing safety services, safety information, and resources to your fingertips.
Your Residential Life Team (RLT) are here to support you and ensure that you are living in a safe, comfortable, and enjoyable environment. The RLT is made up of Residential Life Staff (RLS) and Resident Advisors (RAs).Â
Aadhya (she/her)
From: India
Course: Bachelor of Medical Science and Doctor of Medicine
Hobbies: Painting, Gym, Dance
"My name is Aadhya, a fifth-year med student who loves cooking, the gym, and sharing laughs. I’m excited to be a Resident Advisor and love learning about different people :))"Abbey
From: Mount Gambier, South Australia, Australia
Course: Education
Hobbies: Being outdoors, baking and sports
"Make the most of events, especially O-week. It may be scary but putting yourself out there and interacting with others is the best way to make friends!"Alice (she/her)
From: Australia
Course: Paramedicine
Hobbies: Baking
"Do not be afraid to ask for help and to always stand out as you are not alone"Jenna (she/her)
From: Coffs Harbour NSW, Australia
Course: Bachelor of Nursing/Midwifery (honours)
Hobbies: Spending time with family, going to the beach, learning new things
"Community-minded and kindness is key"Jiaran (she/her)
From: China
Course: Physiotherapy
Hobbies: Reading and Dancing
"I love our supportive, creative community where connections thrive. And if you stay here long enough, you'll spot Todd, our friendly furry friend cat, wandering around asking for treats!"Jorja (she/her)
From: Hong Kong
Course: Paramedicine
Hobbies: Drawing, travelling, laying on the beach
"My top tip for living on residence is make your room feel like home, you are here for a long time and it will make you happy to come home to a welcoming room!"Varshith (he/him)
From: India
Course: Bachelors of Business Administration
Hobbies: Tennis, Cooking, Watching Anime
"Living on res is all about balance -take time for yourself, but never hesitate to reach out and share moments with those around you."Vidushi (she/her)
From: Indonesia
Course: Physiotherapy
Hobbies: Playing sports, dancing, reading
"Hello everyone, I am Vidushi, you can also call me. I'm from India, but I've grown up in Indonesia and now I'm here studying Physiotherapy, I am in my 4th and final year now. Living on Res has been such a great experience everyone is so friendly and it's like you're part of a big family! Hope to see you soon!"Vivian (she/her)
From: Australia
Course: Education
Hobbies: Baking, Cooking, Reading
"Get To Know Me!"One of the most valuable aspects of living on campus at Monash University is the opportunity to develop as a person and grow your skills, beyond the traditional learning environment.Â
At Monash Residential Services (MRS) you have access to a number of volunteer leadership and development opportunities, and we encourage you to get involved!