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.

News • 18 Aug 2026

CSIRO backs next generation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander STEM talent with $1.5 million scholarship program

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students studying science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM), and other energy transition-related degrees at the University of Newcastle will benefit from a major new scholarship initiative funded by Australia’s national science agency, CSIRO.

News • 03 Aug 2026

From Classroom Theory to Curiosity in Action | Experiment Fest 2026

Curiosity, discovery and hands-on learning were at the heart of this year’s Experiment Fest, which welcomed almost 1,400 high school students from across the Hunter, Central Coast and beyond. Led by the College of Engineering, Science and Environment, the annual initiative gives students a unique opportunity to learn from university academics and explore...

News • 09 Jul 2026

From kitchen table to Woolworths shelves

From kitchen table to woolworths shelves

News • 09 Jul 2026

Student-led design creates legacy for Newcastle City Campus

A new public gathering space integrating Newcastle’s First Nations’ and industrial heritage will become a centrepiece of the University’s city student accommodation, following a student-led design project delivered in partnership with industry.

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 • 01 May 2026

I2N selected to help more women turn their ideas into viable ventures

The University Integrated Innovation Network (I2N) has been selected by the NSW Government to help female founders across the state …

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 • 22 Apr 2026

From mining safety startup to $150M exit

At I2N's Founder Stories, Adam and Jo Boyle shared how a Hunter Valley mine surveying business evolved into a contractor compliance system used across multiple industries and eventually, across the world.

News • 16 Apr 2026

Banking on Brighter Futures

Budgeting, saving, managing debt and spotting scams are essential life skills, but not everyone has the opportunity to develop them early in life. Thanks to a long-standing partnership between the University of Newcastle and Greater Bank, students are building the financial skills they need for the future.

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.

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