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News • 31 Jul 2026

Student entrepreneurs dive into Hong Kong's startup ecosystem

Sixteen University of Newcastle undergraduate students got a crash course in the world of international startups, during a four-week placement at the Hong Kong Science and Technology Park Corporation (HKSTP).

News • 09 Jul 2026

From kitchen table to Woolworths shelves

From kitchen table to woolworths shelves

News • 18 May 2026

What does the next generation of Newcastle founders look like?

Still studying. Already building. Meet Newcastle's next founders.

News • 01 May 2026

I2N selected to help more women turn their ideas into viable ventures

The University Integrated Innovation Network (I2N) has been selected by the NSW Government to help female founders across the state …

News • 22 Apr 2026

From mining safety startup to $150M exit

At I2N's Founder Stories, Adam and Jo Boyle shared how a Hunter Valley mine surveying business evolved into a contractor compliance system used across multiple industries and eventually, across the world.

News • 11 Mar 2026

Accelerating innovation on the Central Coast: new hub opens in Gosford

A partnership between the University of Newcastle’s Integrated Innovation Network (I2N) and Central Coast Council, the new Gosford Hub represents a significant milestone in the development of the Central Coast's innovation and startup ecosystem.

News • 28 Jan 2026

Student-led recycling innovation featured on the international stage

A student-led innovation that aims to make recycling fun and rewarding received global exposure at the 2025 Hong Kong Science and Technology Park Techathon+.

News • 09 Dec 2025

University of Newcastle’s I2N takes out top honours

The University of Newcastle’s Integrated Innovation Network (I2N) has been named the most recommended startup accelerator in Australia by Startup …

News • 23 Oct 2025

Grand Challenge winners share in $30,000 to bring circular economy ideas to life

From gamifying recycling to re-using decommissioned wind turbine blades, the University of Newcastle’s Grand Challenge has inspired winning ideas to support a circular economy.

News • 01 Oct 2025

From early ideas to enterprise insights 

Dr. Laurence Lock Lee is the founder of Swoop Analytics, a platform that transforms how large organisations understand and improve internal communication.

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