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News, events and features
News
Sugarloaf koalas show no evidence of chlamydia as population exceeds expectations
A new report has revealed the Sugarloaf-Stockrington koala population is far larger than previously understood and, encouragingly, found no evidence of chlamydia in any of the wild koalas tested.
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University of Newcastle appoints new Senior Art Curator
Celebrated arts leader Rachael Parsons is set to join the University of Newcastle Galleries as its new Senior Art Curator and Manager from next year.
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Australia’s next generation of STEM leaders go head-to-head at Parliament House
More than 250 of Australia’s brightest young science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) problem-solvers will put their skills to the test at the final of the National Science and Engineering Challenge at Australian Parliament House in Canberra on Wednesday.
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Indigenous-led project to drive cultural safety reform across Australia's health system
A nationally significant initiative to reduce racism and discrimination in healthcare will be rolled out across primary care settings, bringing culturally safer care to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients in GP clinics, telehealth services and specialist outreach clinics.
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University celebrates graduates making an impact in media, literature and health
The University of Newcastle has recognised the achievements of graduates making a difference locally, nationally and internationally at the 2026 Alumni Excellence Awards.
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University of Newcastle appoints contractor for Hunter Building demolition
The University of Newcastle has announced McMahon Services as the principal contractor for the demolition of the Hunter Building at Callaghan Campus, marking a major milestone in the dismantling of the building.
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Events
Agape in the Hunter
Explore the Hunter Region’s spirit through powerful stories of crisis and courage. From floods to earthquakes, this display reveals "Agape" - love in action, where communities unite above all differences. See ordinary gestures of extraordinary people.
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Sustain Me
Created in direct response to student feedback and funded through the Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF), the program was designed to tackle rising cost-of-living pressures and make healthy food more accessible on campus.
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Stress Less with Peer Mentors (Online)
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Neurodivergent Study Club - Gosford
A weekly study session organised for neurodivergent students. Learn to use the Pomodoro Technique, study together, and connect with peers.
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Thrive for Wellbeing
THRIVE for Wellbeing is a free weekly group for students wanting to improve their wellbeing and learn new ways to navigate challenges, whilst connecting with fellow students.
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Weekly THRIVE for Wellbeing - Callaghan
THRIVE for Wellbeing is a free weekly group for students wanting to improve their wellbeing and learn new ways to navigate challenges, whilst connecting with fellow students.
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Hippocampus
5 foods to add to your shopping list
Food prices are adding pressure on household budgets, especially for Australians on the lowest incomes.
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Groundwater is heating up
Under your feet lies the world’s biggest reservoir. Groundwater makes up a whopping 97% of all usable freshwater.
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Australia’s first civilian jury was entirely female
It’s hard to imagine now, but for almost 1,000 years, pregnant women in England could avoid the death penalty just by virtue of being pregnant. A pregnant woman sentenced to death would receive a stay of execution until the baby was born.
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