Calvary Mater Newcastle
Calvary Mater Newcastle is a publicly funded 215 bed affiliated hospital located in the Hunter region. The hospital is the major cancer care centre for the Hunter New England Local Health District.
Calvary Mater hospital
Cavalry Mater hospital at night
Emergency department doctor's station with computers at the Calvary Mater hospital
Students with patient in bed at Calvary Mater hospital
Students with patient in bed at Calvary Mater hospital
Beds at Calvary Mater hospital
Collaborative learning space at Calvary Mater hospital
Students working on laptops at Calvary Mater hospital
Students collaborating at Calvary Mater hospital
Calvary Mater Newcastle provides an Emergency Department open 24 hours seven days a week, an Intensive Care Unit and extensive palliative care services including the Mercy Hospice. Hunter New England Local Health District’s Mater Mental Health Centre and Breastscreen NSW, are also located on the Mater campus. The hospital’s Emergency Department sees a wide variety of patients, with a significant number of toxicology and mental health presentations. Four general medicine and three (general and oncologic) surgical teams, each with a diverse group of consultant staff, as well as haematology, medical oncology, radiation oncology, cardiology, gastroenterology, drug and alcohol and clinical toxicology specialist teams provide inpatient care at Calvary Mater Newcastle.
Calvary Mater Newcastle is also a world renowned research facility. Staffed by leading researchers, particularly in oncology, toxicology, psychiatry and palliative care, the hospital is affiliated with many major universities and colleges and numerous international research partners.
Calvary Mater Newcastle is a medium sized hospital, with a distinct culture built upon its Calvary Values of Hospitality, Healing, Stewardship and Respect. Students are welcomed as valued members of clinical teams and expected to participate fully in the provision of clinical care, within the scope of their competence. Calvary Mater Newcastle is located approximately 5km from John Hunter Hospital, and works closely with the clinical schools at John Hunter Hospital and The Maitland Hospital, as part of the ‘Hunter Clinical School’ group, with some simulation and other activities occurring in the Clinical Skills Building at the John Hunter Hospital campus.
Our facilities
Facilities available on-site include:
- Dedicated Student Hub with internet access and kitchen
- Seminar, tutorial and meeting rooms
- Student lockers
- Showering facilities
- Health Library
- Cafeteria
- Staff car parking and free on-street parking nearby
Our location
Calvary Mater Newcastle is situated in Waratah in the City of Newcastle. Newcastle is a gem just two hours north of Sydney. With plenty of opportunities for sun, sand, and surf, this off the beaten track city is full of fun things to do without the crowds of Sydney. Waratah has abundant parkland, schools, on-street parking and shops within walking distance.
Easy access
The closest train station to Calvary Mater Newcastle is Waratah Train Station located on Station Street, Waratah. It is approximately 1km from the hospital.
Newcastle Transport buses frequently service Calvary Mater Newcastle on Edith, Lorna and Maud Streets, Waratah. Visit Transport Newcastle website
Calvary Mater Newcastle is only 2km from the Callaghan campus of the University of Newcastle, making university facilities highly accessible.
Study-life balance
Students can balance their studies by taking advantage of the many lifestyle features of Newcastle, including:
- Affordable housing
- World Class Beaches in Newcastle and Lake Macquarie
- Bush Walks - Newcastle to Glenrock Lagoon; Awabakal Walk
- Bike Riding or Walking Tracks – Fernleigh Track and Lake Macquarie
- Cafes, waterfront bars, breweries and restaurants
- Sporting and cultural activities
- Close to the waterways of Port Stephens, the Hunter Valley Vineyards and Hunter Valley Zoo
Our students
The Calvary Mater Newcastle Clinical School is committed to providing world class education and research. Its location and facilities afford students a diverse clinical experience.
With dedicated academic staff, the Calvary Mater Newcastle Clinical School provides a high level of support to all students including support for Indigenous students.
All Joint Medical Program students, enrolled at either University of Newcastle or University of New England, will be able to nominate placements at the Calvary Mater Newcastle Clinical School in the latter years of the program.
Student testimonial
The staff at the Mater are very welcoming and keen to teach. Consultants are happy to chat with you and answer questions any time. Whilst the pace is not as flat chat as some of the bigger hospitals, the smaller case load means you have the opportunity for more hands-on skill development.
I have thoroughly enjoyed all of my placements at the CMN and parking is free in the surrounding streets, which is a huge bonus!"
Contact us
Postal address:
Level 5 New Med II
Calvary Mater Newcastle
Corner of Edith & Platt Streets
Waratah NSW 2298
Ph: +61 2 4055 7577
Email: smph-cmn@newcastle.edu.au
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.