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News • 02 Oct 2025
'You'll never go to university': Deputy Vice-Chancellor proved doubters wrong
By Damon Cronshaw for the Newcastle Herald.
News • 01 Oct 2025
Unwrapping the link between plastic food packaging and female infertility
The impact of plastic food and drink packaging toxicants on unexplained female infertility will be investigated by University of Newcastle researchers.
News • 01 Oct 2025
Central Coast twins tackle university to support local mob
Juggling work, study and sport could be challenging for Wiradjuri/Gomeroi twins, Bailey and Leigtham, but there is a clear mission that drives them forward.
News • 01 Oct 2025
Hope in healing: New care model to support survivors of brain injury from family violence
A Hunter research project will develop and test a supportive model of care for survivors of domestic and family violence who are impacted by a mild traumatic brain injury.
News • 26 Sep 2025
Better Left Said: New podcast helping Aussie men turn up the volume on mental health
Men across Australia are being invited to tune in to a powerful new podcast series, which explores men’s mental health through real, honest conversations.
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.
News • 24 Sep 2025
$18.7 million boost for brain cancer breakthrough renews hope for families
A Newcastle-led research team, backed by national and international experts, is forging ahead in its mission to develop a life-saving treatment for the most aggressive and lethal of brain cancers – high grade gliomas (HGG), following the announcement of an $18.7 million Australian Government grant.
News • 22 Sep 2025
Celebrating young sports people of our region
Two exceptional young athletes, Lainee Harrison and Brin Liddell, have been named Sports Person of the Year at the University of Newcastle Sports Awards, celebrating their outstanding achievements on the national and international stage.
News • 19 Sep 2025
Scientists breed hope for endangered Littlejohn’s frog
For the first time, scientists have successfully bred the Littlejohn’s tree frog (Litoria littlejohni) in captivity. This marks a major milestone in the conservation of the endangered species.
News • 18 Sep 2025
Leading with respect: University launches Cultural Capability Training for industry
The University of Newcastle will take a leading role in shaping more inclusive, respectful and culturally responsive workplaces, opening its …
News • 18 Sep 2025
Leading with respect: University launches Cultural Capability Training for industry
The University of Newcastle will take a leading role in shaping more inclusive, respectful and culturally responsive workplaces, opening its …
News • 11 Sep 2025
Honouring a trailblazer: New lecture series celebrates Professor Bob Morgan’s legacy
The University of Newcastle is proud to announce a new lecture series honouring Professor Bob Morgan AO, a globally recognised leader in Indigenous education, research, and knowledge.
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.