Arts, Culture and Society
by Mirella Atherton and Amy Maguire
Eliminating cashless debit cards is great, but be careful about what comes next
by Alison Hutton
Enforcing adult chaperones of teens at Splendour in the Grass actually undermines public health
by Shahni Wellington
For some people, the knowledge of who they are and where they come from is clouded in mystery. A new workshop, led by The Wollotuka Institute, aims to clear the air.
Health and Wellbeing
by Rosemarie Milsom
The determination Mark Hughes displayed on the rugby league field with the Newcastle Knights continues to drive his effort to find a cure for brain cancer.
Education
by Tim Connell
Whether it’s a request from their child in utero or a reminder to pick up their crying baby, thousands of new fathers are taking advice by text from SMS4dads.
Student Life
Student start-up Borne Clothing has developed a mosquito-repelling clothing line that is contributing to the fight against malaria.
Science and Technology
From leading sustainability technology, to treating cancer, and revolutionising education – the University of Newcastle is changing the game.
Australia’s first Indigenous surgeon, Associate Professor Dr Kelvin Kong is committed to empowering communities and removing barriers that prevent access to critical healthcare services.
Speech pathology students are playing an important role in the establishment of a new community-centred program to improve outcomes for children in regional NSW.
Environment
by Joe Frost
One of Australia’s oldest energy hubs, the Hunter Valley is approaching an uncertain future as the world's carbon crisis reaches a crescendo. But a company that has spun off from research done at the University of Newcastle is showing there is new life to be found in our old systems and infrastructure – and could see the region become a world-leader in clean, green power.
by Carmen Swadling
Every day in Ethiopia 27 to 33 women die due to birth-related complications. Teketo Tegegne has made it his life’s purpose to protect new mothers and future generations.
by Sheena Martin
Greenest ride? Why this hydrogen fuel produced from thin air and sunshine is sure to rev you up.
