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News • 30 Oct 2026
Exporting excellence: what does the future hold for Hunter Valley wine?
As debate intensifies around the newly negotiated Australia-EU Free Trade Agreement, University of Newcastle experts, industry leaders and policymakers will come together to examine what the future might look like for one of Australia's most iconic regional industries: Hunter Valley wine.
News • 29 Oct 2026
University of Newcastle appoints new Senior Art Curator
Celebrated arts leader Rachael Parsons is set to join the University of Newcastle Galleries as its new Senior Art Curator …
News • 28 Oct 2026
Australia’s next generation of STEM leaders go head-to-head at Parliament House
More than 250 of Australia’s brightest young science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) problem-solvers will put their skills to the test at the final of the National Science and Engineering Challenge at Australian Parliament House in Canberra on Wednesday.
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
Women founders take centre stage at NSW Parliament House
More than 80 guests gathered at NSW Parliament House for the NSW Female Founders Showcase, celebrating women entrepreneurs from I2N programs including the NSW Female Leadership and Innovation Program.
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.
News • 03 Sep 2026
$10,000 to build your idea
The Circular Economy Grand Challenge is open. Get a team together, propose a way to help suppliers, businesses or consumers …
News • 01 Sep 2026
Thousands connect with science during National Science Week
Thousands of students, families and community members engaged with University of Newcastle researchers, educators and outreach teams during a vibrant National Science Week program that brought science, engineering and innovation to life across Newcastle, the Central Coast and Sydney.
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 • 19 Aug 2026
BHP sustainable steelmaking program wins national AFR Higher Education Award
National recognition for a partnership driving the future of sustainable steelmaking.
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.