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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 • 04 Aug 2026
Contractor awarded for university’s 450-bed student accommodation at Callaghan Campus
The University of Newcastle has moved a step closer to delivering more affordable housing for students, appointing Hansen Yuncken as principal contractor for a new 450-bed accommodation development at Callaghan Campus.
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 • 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 • 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 • 11 Mar 2026
Accelerating innovation on the Central Coast: new hub opens in Gosford
A partnership between the University of Newcastle’s Integrated Innovation Network (I2N) and Central Coast Council, the new Gosford Hub represents a significant milestone in the development of the Central Coast's innovation and startup ecosystem.
News • 28 Nov 2025
University of Newcastle previews new Gosford building
The University of Newcastle has taken a major step in expanding higher education on the Central Coast, with construction now complete on the new Gosford Central building on Mann Street ahead of its Semester 1, 2026 opening.
News • 30 Oct 2025
University proposes new student accommodation at Callaghan Campus
The University of Newcastle is continuing its investment in the Callaghan Campus, having submitted a Regionally Significant Development Application (RSDA) for the construction of a new student accommodation building.
News • 13 Oct 2025
University of Newcastle gears up for 2026 expansion
The final touches are being placed on the University of Newcastle’s new campus at Gosford Central on Mann Street, with construction scheduled for completion next month.
News • 25 Sep 2025
University pays tribute to founding figure with building renaming
The legacy of Mr Griffith Hammond Duncan, Founding Principal of the Newcastle Teachers’ College, has been recognised at the University of Newcastle today with the School of Education building at Callaghan campus renamed in his honour.
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.