Indigenous commitment
A proud history of collaborating with Indigenous Australians.
A long and proud history
The University of Newcastle has a long and proud history as an innovator in educational outcomes and employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We are also the sector leader of Indigenous student enrolments and employment of Indigenous staff.
We've committed to build on our achievements. In doing so, we will strengthen collaborations and partnerships with Indigenous communities within our regions and beyond.
Philanthropy, Our Way 5:07
Philanthropy, Our Way explores how Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander-led philanthropy in higher education can drive culturally grounded, community-defined change.
New era in philanthropy is Indigenous-led
A groundbreaking paper, published by the University of Newcastle and Noble Ambition, is challenging the philanthropic industry and calling for action to end ongoing power imbalances.
We are guided by relationships
We are guided by relationships and through the work of our local Indigenous communities.
The Wollotuka Institute
Committed to the advancement and leadership of Indigenous education at a local, national and global level.
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Thurru Indigenous Health Unit
Providing national leadership in the provision of community responsive Indigenous health education.
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Purai Global Indigenous History Centre
Integrating global and transnational analytical perspectives and frameworks with research on Indigenous and diaspora histories and other related histories of race.
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Nathan Towney appointed as Deputy Vice-Chancellor Engagement and Equity
The University of Newcastle has today announced the appointment of Nathan Towney as Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Engagement and Equity.
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CSIRO backs next generation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander STEM talent with $1.5 million scholarship program
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students studying science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM), and other energy transition-related degrees at the University of Newcastle will benefit from a major new scholarship initiative funded by Australia’s national science agency, CSIRO.
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Grassroots communities share storytelling to preserve environmental gems
A beautiful cross-cultural storytelling project facilitated by the University of Newcastle is amplifying the voices of climate-facing communities and deepening understanding of the environmental and cultural significance of wetlands and waterways across the Pacific.
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University of Newcastle takes out 30th anniversary of Indigenous Nationals on home soil
The University of Newcastle and the Wollotuka Institute have proudly celebrated 30 Years of Indigenous Nationals, welcoming more than 500 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander student-athletes from 31 universities across Australia for the milestone event.
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Blak Excellence Learning Exchange – “From the Sea to the Desert”
The Blak Excellence Reciprocal Learning Exchange brings together emerging leaders from communities across Australia and North America to connect, learn and collaborate.
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Wukul Yabang Recognised as Finalist in the Indigenous Governance Awards
Wukul Yabang Aboriginal Health Research Community Panel has been named as a finalist in the 2026 Indigenous Governance Awards for embedding a Community Governance model that empowers local Aboriginal communities to shape the Aboriginal Torres Strait Islander research agenda.
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The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Biripai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.