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 • 17 Apr 2026

Safe, affordable university student accommodation on its way for the Central Coast

The University of Newcastle will deliver safe and affordable student accommodation on the Central Coast, easing housing pressures for students and supporting the ongoing revitalisation of the Gosford CBD.

News • 09 Apr 2026

New partnership to bolster Indigenous Careers

The University of Newcastle and CareerTrackers today officially launched a partnership to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students into meaningful careers, internships and leadership opportunities.

News • 31 Mar 2026

University of Newcastle launches new Strategic Plan: Looking Ahead 2030

The University of Newcastle has unveiled Looking Ahead 2030, a transformative strategic plan that sets a bold direction for the …

News • 31 Mar 2026

Top marks for sports uniform proposal to boost students’ physical activity

New research suggests most Australians support a simple change that could significantly boost children’s physical activity levels: letting students wear sports uniforms every day.

News • 27 Mar 2026

Study confirms measurable biological markers in irritable bowel syndrome

New research from the University of Newcastle has found that people with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) show detectable biological changes, challenging the long-held perception that the condition lacks a physical basis.

News • 24 Mar 2026

Driving down phone use behind the wheel

A University of Newcastle study has shown that a targeted online intervention can significantly reduce mobile phone usage among young drivers – with reported behaviour change sustained for at least one month.

News • 19 Mar 2026

University Skills Hub to accelerate transition to new energy economy

Construction has commenced on the University of Newcastle’s New Energy Skills Hub, a purpose-built facility that will help develop the critical skills needed for the Hunter’s energy transition.

News • 18 Mar 2026

Collaborative research for a safe and healthy coastal environment

The University of Newcastle and Central Coast Council have partnered to undertake a comprehensive scientific study of ocean outfalls and surrounding marine environments.

News • 16 Mar 2026

Ten years on: young Australians ambitious and resilient despite rising pressures

Overlapping and worsening social, economic and environmental pressures are making Australian high school students more uncertain about their futures compared to a decade ago, according to new research from the University of Newcastle.

News • 16 Mar 2026

Wollotuka Recruitment Takes Outreach Across the Regions

Wollotuka’s recruitment team has kicked off the year with energy and purpose, hitting the road (literally) to connect with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and communities across New South Wales.

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