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University Communications and Media Team
The University of Newcastle Communications and Media Team manages the University’s day-to-day media operations and is the first point of contact for all media enquiries..
Contact the Communications and Media Team
- Email: media@newcastle.edu.au (Monitored during business hours)
- Phone: +61 438 837 166
After hours:
For news media only - please call (don’t text) the above number if you require support out of office hours and the on-call media advisor will respond.
Please contact the team:
- For all media queries about the University of Newcastle
- To organise interviews
- To request a comment
- To connect with timely research stories or for help tracking down suitable experts for comment
- Coordinate access to campus for photography and filming (news media only)
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Search through our researcher profiles below, journalists can contact experts directly or contact the Communications and Media team to arrange an interview.
The Communications and Media team also supports our many experts with media training and promoting their research through a range of channels.
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Latest news
News • 23 Feb 2026
Students, take the lead: how a peer-led program could transform our kids’ trajectories
Giving primary-school students a chance to teach and lead their younger peers not only strengthens their leadership skills, but also improves wellbeing, classroom engagement and student confidence, a new Australian study has shown.
News • 12 Feb 2026
Don’t let perfect get in the way of good uni reforms
Lasting policy reforms, almost always, have difficult beginnings. Think Medicare, the Superannuation Guarantee, or the National Disability Insurance Scheme. They have proven transformative for so many Australians. Yet all three measures weathered early criticism over their impact on social equity, wage pressure and increased public spending.
News • 11 Feb 2026
Post‑mining research comes to life in community art exhibition
A new art exhibition has emerged from a four‑year study led by University of Newcastle researcher Associate Professor Hedda Askland, exploring how the Hunter Valley can navigate its post‑mining future.
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Join a tour and explore the vibrant atmosphere of the University of Newcastle's Callaghan Campus in Australia. This in-person event is a fantastic opportunity to get a firsthand experience of our beautiful campus.
Sponsorship
The University of Newcastle is regularly approached for sponsorship. Each opportunity is considered against the University's objectives and values. Please submit your request for sponsorship for consideration.
Filming at the University
TV news or current affairs crews wishing to film at the University should contact the Media Team on 0438 837 166 or email media@newcastle.edu.au.
Professional photographers and film-makers can also apply to the Media Team to photograph or film at the University. The University's security and privacy requirements will apply.
Promotional opportunities
Come along to our Callaghan campus and meet our students personally with space for sampling and brand activations available in popular student hang-outs such as Park on the Hill, the Auchmuty Courtyard, The Brennan Room and the Hunter Courtyard. This is the ideal opportunity for brands looking to grow their audience, promote an upcoming event, or to launch an exciting new product.
Have your brand associated with our trend-setting scholars and our energetic campus culture. Interested?
Activations can be booked at any time during semester periods and they don’t need to be complicated – but to be effective, you do need to think about how you will engage our student audience. Here are a few tips to consider:
- Make your activations simple and easy for students to interact with so they recollect your product.
- Free giveaways and samples always work well.
- Include a competition for students to win a prize.
Visit our online booking form for rates and to make your booking enquiry.
If you would prefer a bespoke activation for your brand submit your request to our Venue Management Team via venuesandevent@newcastle.edu.au
More about the University
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.