News • 14 Oct 2026

Vale The Hon John Price AM

Attributed to the University of Newcastle Chancellor, Hon. Patricia Forsythe AM

News • 02 Oct 2026

Local sport gets a boost with new multisport facility honouring Mark and Kirralee Hughes

The University of Newcastle has officially opened its new Mark and Kirralee Hughes Sports Common, marking a major investment in …

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 • 29 Sep 2026

World-leading study uncovers new targets for inflammatory bowel disease treatment

People living with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) could one day benefit from a new generation of treatments thanks to groundbreaking research backed by philanthropic support.

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 • 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 • 11 Aug 2026

Young innovators explore sustainable housing through SMART eco-house program

Primary school students are building clay-and-straw eco-houses, testing them with thermal imaging cameras and exploring renewable energy through a collaboration between the University of Newcastle's SMART Program and the School of Architecture and Built Environment.

News • 10 Aug 2026

Overcoming silence: a renewed effort to listen to the voices of religious sisters

Efforts to engage with the rarely heard stories of religious sisters have received a renewed pledge of support to further inform Australia’s understanding of women’s experiences in the Church.

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 • 15 Jun 2026

Indigenous Nationals returns home for landmark 30th anniversary

At the end of this month, Indigenous Nationals presented by bp (Indigenous Nationals), returns home to the University of Newcastle, where more than 500 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students will come together on Awabakal and Worimi Country.

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