Industry
News • 31 Mar 2025
Beyond the Spectacle: Events as Strategic Investments in Newcastle’s Future
A great event does more than entertain – it can shape a city’s future. With Newcastle increasing its investment in events, we have an opportunity to ensure events are not just one-time spectacles, but catalysts for long-term economic, social and cultural impact.
News • 13 Mar 2025
$8 million in funding to boost Australia’s preventive health strategies
Professor Luke Wolfenden is leading preventive health research through the University of Newcastle, backed by nearly $8 million in grant funding.
News • 07 Mar 2025
Central Coast Campus reaches new heights as University of Newcastle celebrates topping out milestone
The University of Newcastle's new Central Coast Campus in Gosford has achieved a major milestone with the completion of the building's structure. The 'topping out' marks a crucial step in the project, bringing it closer to its anticipated completion later this year.
News • 03 Mar 2025
Science and Engineering Challenge students chart career paths with Boeing guidance
Attending a Science and Engineering Challenge inspired Ella Leydon to study STEM in senior school. She is now a systems engineer for Boeing and has recently given back to the SEC by volunteering at a Science and Engineering Challenge event in Brisbane.
News • 19 Feb 2025
I2N Pre-Accelerator expands to Central Coast
The University of Newcastle is expanding its successful I2N Pre-Accelerator program into the Central Coast, providing two location options for the 2025 intake.
News • 20 Jan 2025
University secures $20.7m innovation facility - a fast track to net zero for industry
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has today visited the University of Newcastle to announce $20.7 million in funding to develop a ‘Future Industries Facility’ at the university’s Callaghan Campus. It will bring together undergraduate students, SMEs and community from across the Hunter to test and scale-up new technology and upskill people.
News • 16 Jan 2025
Ngarrama returns to light up Newcastle
Ngarrama will illuminate King Edward Park on Saturday 25 January when the University of Newcastle proudly welcomes the community back for its annual reflection event.
News • 13 Dec 2024
Maddie aspires to build engineering dreams
Inspired by her father’s career and choosing to follow in his footsteps, Maddie Huynh is graduating with a Bachelor of Civil Engineering (Honours).
News • 05 Dec 2024
Driving Innovation in the Hunter: Meet I2N's 2024 Scaleup Cohort
Meet the I2N Scaleup Program cohort
News • 21 Nov 2024
Innovative Startups and Software Engineers among students recognised at Employability Excellence Awards
The University of Newcastle last night celebrated the achievements of six students during their Career-ready Placements and the invaluable contributions of staff and industry partners who provided exceptional workplace experiences, at the annual Employability Excellence Awards.
News • 04 Nov 2024
The University of Newcastle and I2N: Pioneering a greener future through innovation
Surf lifesaving robots, green hydrogen energy, accessible beauty, wild yeast, and end-of-life planning are just some of the innovative ideas that will be showcased at the 2024 I2N Accelerator Demo Night this week.
News • 31 Oct 2024
Twenty years of ResTech: Celebrating collaboration between Ampcontrol and University of Newcastle
ResTech, a joint venture between Ampcontrol and the University of Newcastle, opened their doors to students, industry and the media for an Industry Open Day in celebration of their 20th anniversary.
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.