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What's on this week
Live performance
Uni Music Live at King St Hotel
Bachelor of Music and Performing Arts students will be taking over King St Hotel's Band Room for massive night of live music.
Webinar
Ed Tech in Action: Final Assessments, Exams & Preparing for Fully Graded Date
The LDTI Ed Tech in Action sessions are targeted sessions focussed on supported educational technology tools and their use in teaching, learning and assessment. Each 30-minute session will be delivered via Zoom and will feature a short presentation or demonstration
Live performance
Piano Student Recital
Showcasing the Conservatorium's piano students for their end of year performance.
Live performance
Christmas Strings Concert
Get into the Christmas spirit with our end of year strings students showcase!
In person
Health/Care Professions and Practices: Exploring Past, Present and Place
A free symposium for researchers, practitioners, students and community members.
Upcoming events
Event
2026 Karen Thrift Prize for Poetry
The University of Newcastle School of Humanities, Creative Industries and Social Sciences is happy to announce that applications for the Karen Thrift Prize for Poetry for 2026 is now open.
In person
Orange to Blue Skies Film Screening
Join us for a screening followed by a Q&A and conversation with a panel of young people from the Hunter Valley.
Workshop
Advance HE Fellowship - Writing HALF Day
Advance HE Fellowship - Writing Day. This session will allow you to focus time on writing your fellowship application and provide you with tips and suggestions throughout the day.
In person
The 11th Annual Newbie Awards
Dress up and walk the red carpet for an evening showcasing the impressive work of Bachelor of Media and Communication students.
In person
On Every Corner
Join us as we celebrate the graduating class of Visual Communication Design.
In person
After Hours x Earp Distilling Co. | Cocktails & Canapés
This is your chance to enjoy a exclusive food and wine experience in one of the most unexpected locations. This event bridges the gap between food lovers and the dedicated suppliers who nurture the ingredients gracing your plates.
Live performance
ESCAPE
Join the University of Newcastle CAPA1030 Acting cohort for three immersive and interactive performance itineraries.
Live performance
Festival Voices Newcastle: Appear and Inspire
A concert dedicated to the Patron Saint of Music St Cecilia. The program revolves around Britten’s Hymn to St Cecilia to commemorate St Cecilia’s Day.
Public Lecture
Looking Ahead Asia-Pacific Lecture with Peter Varghese AO
Join Peter Varghese AO for a thought-provoking exploration of the forces shaping the future of the Asia-Pacific. Drawing on decades of experience in diplomacy and international affairs, Peter will examine the geopolitical, economic and strategic trends influencing our region and
Live performance
Jazz X Arts Orchestras in Concert
Celebrating the end of year with a performance featuring the Con's Arts Orchestra and Jazz Orchestra.
In person
Works In Practice Muster 4
A new research collective at the University of Newcastle that aims to foster a supportive and collaborative community of practice.
Live performance
Woodwind Student Recital
Community music students will take centre stage for a night of wind-instrument performance.
Event
NSW FLIP Showcase
From Armidale to Sydney, meet the women founders of NSW FLIP as they share what they’ve built in nine weeks.
Workshop
Advance HE Fellowship - Writing Day
Advance HE Fellowship - Writing Day. This session will allow you to focus time on writing your fellowship application and provide you with tips and suggestions throughout the day.
Live performance
Vocal Students Christmas Concert
Celebrating Christmas and the end of year with the Conservatorium's vocal students.
Live performance
Christmas at the Con
A celebration of your favourite festive tunes performed by choirs and ensembles from the Con.
In person
The Merv and Janet Copley Symposium
Showcasing some of the vital research that has resulted from the bequest and archival collection from across the University of Newcastle.
In person
After Hours x Bread & Brewery | The Brewer's Table
This is your chance to enjoy a exclusive food and wine experience in one of the most unexpected locations. This event bridges the gap between food lovers and the dedicated suppliers who nurture the ingredients gracing your plates.
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.