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News • 28 Oct 2026
Approaching a decade of difference
The Ma & Morley Scholarship Program has become a launchpad for students to live extraordinary lives. As it approaches its …
News • 28 Oct 2026
Building a better future
Connor, a first-year student studying a combined Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Commerce at the University’s Gosford Central campus, is determined …
News • 28 Oct 2026
Scholarship supports rural healthcare
Tarun, a fourth-year student studying a Bachelor of Medical Science and Doctor of Medicine (Joint Medical Program), is determined to …
News • 28 Oct 2026
New discoveries in tree ring dating
Every tree keeps a diary. One ring for every year to record exactly how the seasons play out. Current student …
News • 28 Oct 2026
Staying the course through cost pressures
Phoebe is studying a Bachelor of Environmental Science and Management while doing everything she can to balance her studies with …
News • 22 Oct 2026
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.
News • 12 Oct 2026
Showing our support for the Koori Knockout
The University of Newcastle and the Wollotuka Institute were proud to be named community partners of the 2026 Koori Knockout, one of the largest annual gatherings celebrating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture, community and rugby league.
News • 10 Oct 2026
Opinion: HSC students be ambitious, but also kind to yourself
The High School Certificate (HSC) starts next week, and we know this can be an overwhelming and stressful time as …
News • 07 Oct 2026
Vice-Chancellor Professor Alex Zelinsky to retire in February 2027
The University of Newcastle has today announced their Vice-Chancellor and President, Professor Alex Zelinsky AO, will retire in February 2027.
News • 02 Oct 2026
Local sport gets a boost with new multisport facility honouring Mark and Kirralee Hughes
The University of Newcastle has officially opened its new Mark and Kirralee Hughes Sports Common, marking a major investment in …
News • 30 Sep 2026
Opinion: AI is our way back and investment's our future
Time and distance can bring renewed clarity. Having worked abroad for much of the past decade, former prime minister Kevin …
News • 22 Sep 2026
Aboriginal history honoured in naming of university student accommodation
The University of Newcastle has announced the name of its new student accommodation in the heart of Newcastle – Muloobinba House – honouring Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander history and culture.
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.