News • 22 Oct 2026

University of Newcastle appoints contractor for Hunter Building demolition

The University of Newcastle has announced McMahon Services as the principal contractor for the demolition of the Hunter Building at Callaghan Campus, marking a major milestone in the dismantling of the building.

News • 12 Oct 2026

Showing our support for the Koori Knockout

The University of Newcastle and the Wollotuka Institute were proud to be named community partners of the 2026 Koori Knockout, one of the largest annual gatherings celebrating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture, community and rugby league.

News • 10 Oct 2026

Opinion: HSC students be ambitious, but also kind to yourself

The High School Certificate (HSC) starts next week, and we know this can be an overwhelming and stressful time as …

News • 07 Oct 2026

Vice-Chancellor Professor Alex Zelinsky to retire in February 2027

The University of Newcastle has today announced their Vice-Chancellor and President, Professor Alex Zelinsky AO, will retire in February 2027.

News • 02 Oct 2026

Local sport gets a boost with new multisport facility honouring Mark and Kirralee Hughes

The University of Newcastle has officially opened its new Mark and Kirralee Hughes Sports Common, marking a major investment in …

News • 30 Sep 2026

Opinion: AI is our way back and investment's our future

Time and distance can bring renewed clarity. Having worked abroad for much of the past decade, former prime minister Kevin …

News • 22 Sep 2026

Aboriginal history honoured in naming of university student accommodation

The University of Newcastle has announced the name of its new student accommodation in the heart of Newcastle – Muloobinba House – honouring Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander history and culture.

News • 08 Sep 2026

Great ideas need great teams

Watch our recent panel and make sure to register for the Circular Economy Grand Challenge Team Formation, Thursday 17 September

News • 08 Sep 2026

"Waste is a design flaw"

Three Experts on what the circular economy actually asks of you.

News • 03 Sep 2026

$10,000 to build your idea

The Circular Economy Grand Challenge is open. Get a team together, propose a way to help suppliers, businesses or consumers …

News • 01 Sep 2026

Thousands connect with science during National Science Week

Thousands of students, families and community members engaged with University of Newcastle researchers, educators and outreach teams during a vibrant National Science Week program that brought science, engineering and innovation to life across Newcastle, the Central Coast and Sydney.

News • 31 Aug 2026

Construction begins on new student accommodation development at Callaghan Campus

The University of Newcastle has marked a major milestone in addressing student housing demand, turning the first sod on its new 450-bed student accommodation development at Callaghan Campus.

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