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 • 03 Sep 2026

International recognition for Girls in Control initiative

The international Girls in Control initiative has received the 2026 IFAC Foundation Diversity and Inclusion Award, recognising its contribution to advancing diversity and inclusion within the global control engineering community.

News • 02 Sep 2026

New national research centre sets sights on improving ear health for Indigenous children

Improving ear health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children is at the heart of a landmark national research initiative, to be led by Indigenous researchers and coordinated by the University of Newcastle.

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 • 27 Aug 2026

National partnership to accelerate brain cancer innovation

Building on a 10 year commitment to MHF Innovation Grant Funding, with over $10 million allocated, the MHF Centre is now honing their investments in brain cancer research with targeted project funding for key partnerships. Professor Ivan Kempson, Professor of Biophysics at Adelaide University and his team are leading the first Partner Node project

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 • 26 Aug 2026

University of Newcastle’s Central Coast Open Day is the place for students to discover their future

The University of Newcastle is set to showcase a new era of study on the Central Coast, with hundreds of …

News • 24 Aug 2026

Natural restoration is key to reviving threatened tropical rainforests

As nations race to restore ecosystems and curb climate change, research has shown that letting nature do the work is a cost-effective and viable solution.

News • 21 Aug 2026

Kirralee Hughes honoured nationally for transforming brain cancer care and research

Mark Hughes Foundation co-founder Kirralee Hughes has been named a recipient of the 2026 Jeannie Ferris Award* for Members of the Community, in recognition of her outstanding contribution to improving outcomes for people with cancer.

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

Sustain Me program serves up affordable meals for University of Newcastle students

University of Newcastle students now have greater access to affordable, convenient and nutritious meals at significantly reduced prices through a …

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