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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.

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Our stories

Pulsating microneedles painless alternative to traditional needles

Pulsating microneedles painless alternative to traditional needles

A new transdermal drug delivery method using pulsating, fabricated microneedles presents a promising alternative to traditional painful subcutaneous injections. 

Broome to breakthrough: How mental health nursing became Lisa’s life calling

Broome to breakthrough: How mental health nursing became Lisa’s life calling

After more than a decade working on the frontlines of Australian mental health care, 59-year-old Lisa Arthurton decided to level up her nursing qualifications.

From boots to books, Ellie strives to make sports and law accessible to all

From boots to books, Ellie strives to make sports and law accessible to all

Ellie Jones strives to apply her understanding of the law far beyond corporate corridors and lofty courtrooms.

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University receives Keys to the City in its 60th year

University receives Keys to the City in its 60th year

The University of Newcastle received the Keys to the City on Friday, marking six decades of transforming lives, driving innovation, and supporting growth across the Hunter region.

200,000 lives transformed: a historic graduation 60 years in the making

200,000 lives transformed: a historic graduation 60 years in the making

The University of Newcastle will reach a momentous milestone this week, celebrating 200,000 graduates in its 60th year as a university of – and for – its regions.

National TRaCE Showcase spotlights clean energy commercialisation

National TRaCE Showcase spotlights clean energy commercialisation

The Trailblazer for Recycling and Clean Energy (TRaCE) Program—led by UNSW Sydney and the University of Newcastle—marked the halfway point of its four-year initiative with a major technology showcase and the official opening of two new state-of-the-art facilities at the University of Newcastle today.

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