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News • 31 Aug 2026
University appoints Dr William (Bill) Lyons as PVC Industry and Engagement
The University of Newcastle has appointed global technology executive and innovation leader Dr William (Bill) Lyons as its new Pro …
News • 31 Aug 2026
Construction begins on new student accommodation development at Callaghan Campus
The University of Newcastle has marked a major milestone in addressing student housing demand, turning the first sod on its new 450-bed student accommodation development at Callaghan Campus.
News • 26 Aug 2026
Nathan Towney appointed as Deputy Vice-Chancellor Engagement and Equity
The University of Newcastle has today announced the appointment of Nathan Towney as Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Engagement and Equity.
News • 11 Aug 2026
Young innovators explore sustainable housing through SMART eco-house program
Primary school students are building clay-and-straw eco-houses, testing them with thermal imaging cameras and exploring renewable energy through a collaboration between the University of Newcastle's SMART Program and the School of Architecture and Built Environment.
News • 10 Aug 2026
Overcoming silence: a renewed effort to listen to the voices of religious sisters
Efforts to engage with the rarely heard stories of religious sisters have received a renewed pledge of support to further inform Australia’s understanding of women’s experiences in the Church.
News • 24 Jun 2026
University of Newcastle ranked in the top 30 globally in the 2026 Times Higher Education Impact Rankings
A strong commitment to engagement, sustainability, the environment and clean energy has lifted the University of Newcastle into the top …
News • 15 Jun 2026
Indigenous Nationals returns home for landmark 30th anniversary
At the end of this month, Indigenous Nationals presented by bp (Indigenous Nationals), returns home to the University of Newcastle, where more than 500 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students will come together on Awabakal and Worimi Country.
News • 01 Jun 2026
Almost $3M to transform ageing and dementia care for First Nations Elders
Indigenous-led research initiative Deadly Dreaming has been awarded a major national grant, marking a powerful step forward in reshaping how ageing and dementia care is understood and delivered for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
News • 23 Apr 2026
Blueprint for FEE-FREE Uni Ready courses unveiled
Universities across Australia now have a blueprint to deliver free university pathway programs, following the launch today of national policy …
News • 23 Apr 2026
University of Newcastle officially opens new Gosford building
Federal Minister for Education the Hon Jason Clare MP and NSW Minister for Skills, TAFE and Tertiary Education the Hon …
News • 20 Apr 2026
Why I donate - Cheryl and Barrie Graves
For almost 50 years, the University of Newcastle’s radio station 2NURFM has been entertaining listeners and building community. Supporters Cheryl and Barrie Graves have been there since the beginning.
News • 20 Apr 2026
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