Say Aahhhh: Health, Medicine and Everyday Care in Newcastle from 1945 to 2000
Illustration of a person opening their mouth wide and sticking their tongue out
Come and explore Say Aahhhh: Health, Medicine and Everyday Care in Newcastle from 1945 to 2000, an exhibition exploring the unique and surprising history of health care in Newcastle.
Drawing from the rich archives held by the Auchmuty Library, the exhibition traces how local communities accessed and experienced health care—from hospital stays to home care — spanning the post-war era to the early 2000s.
Curated by Professor Catharine Coleborne, Dr Effie Karageorgos, Associate Professor Elizabeth Roberts-Pedersen, and Dr Ann Hardy in collaboration with Special Collections, the exhibition highlights stories of innovation, resilience, and care.
Event Information
- Date: Exhibition opens 18 July 2025 at 11:30am and runs until January 2026
- Location: Level 2 of Auchmuty Library, Callaghan Campus
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.