January 2021

News • 26 Jan 2021

OPINION: Looking Forward, Looking Back

My grandparents were big fans of Slim Dusty. I remember as a kid, sitting in the back of their old brown Toyota while Slim’s voice crackled over the tape player.

News • 26 Jan 2021

Exceptional affiliates recognised in 2021 Australia Day Honours

The University of Newcastle congratulates and celebrates all Australians recognised in the 2021 Australia Day Honours, in particular those belonging to the University’s valued community.

News • 21 Jan 2021

University microplastics research in the United Nations spotlight

Recognised by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) as a world-leader in microplastics research, University of Newcastle’s Dr Thava Palanisami has been invited to speak at the Geneva Beat Plastic Pollution Dialogues and showcase University of Newcastle-based research on the world-stage.

News • 15 Jan 2021

Pop-up legal clinic returns to support the Newcastle community

After a challenging 2020, the University of Newcastle Legal Centre’s pop-up clinic at Merewether beach is returning to offer free legal advice to individuals struggling with any law-related matters.

News • 11 Jan 2021

University of Newcastle VC Professor Alex Zelinsky formally takes over the reins as Chair of NUW Alliance

As universities return to work after the holiday period, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Newcastle, Professor Alex Zelinsky AO, will today formally take over as Chair of Australia’s largest higher education joint venture, NUW Alliance.

News • 18 Dec 2020

New University-designed cultural facility to put Lake Macquarie on the MAP

Work will start early in the New Year on an Australia-first arts pavilion set to cement Lake Macquarie as one of the premier cultural destinations in NSW.

News • 17 Dec 2020

I2N mentors and program participants provide their top content for 2020

Summer innovation inspiration from the I2N's Venture Mentor Service mentors and ventures as they reflect on their achievements turning ideas into impact.

News • 13 Nov 2020

University of Newcastle secures over $6 million in ARC funding

The Australian Research Council (ARC) has awarded the University of Newcastle more than $6 million in competitive research funding through its Discovery Projects and Linkage Projects schemes.