
Award criteria
Nominees must demonstrate excellence in one or more of the following (max 500 words):
- Innovation and creativity: Developing or implementing new or improved practices, services, technologies, partnerships or ways of working.
- Collaboration and knowledge sharing: Bringing together people, disciplines or partners to co-design, develop or implement innovative solutions.
- Leadership in innovation: Fostering a culture of curiosity, continuous improvement and innovation across the University.
- Responsible and sustainable innovation: Demonstrating ethical practice and creates solutions that are scalable, sustainable or capable of broader application.
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.