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Our 2020-2025 Looking Ahead Strategic Plan.

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Equity, Excellence, Engagement and Sustainability underpin everything we do.

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The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal Nation, Darkinjung Nation, Biripai Nation, Worimi Nation, Wonnarua Nation and Eora Nation. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.

Indigenous collaboration

We are proud of our record in Indigenous higher education, innovation and engagement, which has been driven by relationships with the Indigenous community and through the work of the Wollotuka Institute.

Our research impact

Our research impact

Our world-leading researchers translate new knowledge into innovations that make a real difference.

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Collaborate and engage

Whether you are a business, NGO, charity organisation or simply an engaged member of the community, there is an opportunity for you to collaborate and engage with the University.

Our stories

Newcastle Permanent and HMRI Launch Two-Million-Dollar Health Innovation Partnership

Newcastle Permanent and HMRI Launch Two-Million-Dollar Health Innovation Partnership

Newcastle Permanent and the Hunter Medical Research Institute (HMRI) have announced a new partnership, powered by a two-million-dollar donation to advance the impact of medical research, nurture local talent, and drive breakthroughs to create the healthiest people on the planet.

Millie’s pathway to becoming an inspiring teacher and making a change in community

Millie’s pathway to becoming an inspiring teacher and making a change in community

The University of Newcastle is leading transformative change in rural and regional education, which is one thing that attracted proud Wiradjuri woman, Millie Mills, to the University. Millie relocated from Wellington and is currently in her second year of studying Education, something that she said is thanks to the Wollotuka Institute’s Yapug program.

Australia’s health prevention programs set for $5m NHMRC check up

Australia’s health prevention programs set for $5m NHMRC check up

The University of Newcastle will lead a national research program aiming to transform Australia’s health prevention system and reduce the chronic disease burden.

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Fossil Fables strikes gold at 2024 Australian Good Design Awards

Fossil Fables strikes gold at 2024 Australian Good Design Awards

A unique exhibition which explores Australia’s complex relationship with coal mining has been recognised with a gold accolade in the prestigious 2024 Australian Good Design Awards.

Collaborating for clean energy and coastal resilience in the Pacific

Collaborating for clean energy and coastal resilience in the Pacific

The University of Newcastle is proudly continuing its commitment to engagement in the Pacific region, with representatives signing an official Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment (MNRE) in Samoa this week.

Calling all Newcastle and Hunter innovators to submit their solutions for a sustainable future

Calling all Newcastle and Hunter innovators to submit their solutions for a sustainable future

The Net Zero Grand Challenge is calling for innovators from Newcastle, the Hunter, and beyond to get involved and submit applications for their big ideas that will empower organisations to be accountable for their environmental performance.

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