University Communications and Media

University Communications and Media is the central coordinator for all external media enquiries.

Contacting Communications and Media

Please contact the team to:

  • organise interviews
  • request a comment
  • coordinate access to campus for photography and filming (news only)

Looking for expert opinion?

The University of Newcastle is home to world-leading experts across a range of disciplines.

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.

Quick search for experts on hot topics

Latest news

News • 07 Aug 2025

Water worlds and wellbeing: Two projects earn ARC Future Fellowships

Two University of Newcastle researchers have been awarded prestigious Australian Research Council (ARC) Future Fellowships, a national scheme that supports outstanding researchers to undertake projects of critical importance to Australia and the world.

News • 06 Aug 2025

Newcastle still needs gas to power industry

By Alex Zelinsky. As printed in The Daily Telegraph 6 August 2025

News • 31 Jul 2025

National research unit to strengthen sport participation in Australia

The University of Newcastle will join forces with leading sports researchers in the establishment of a new national research unit aimed at driving sport participation in Australia.

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Upcoming events

Event • 16 Aug 2025 from 9:00am - 3:00pm

Newcastle Open Day

Newcastle Open Day is packed with everything you need to know about going to the University of Newcastle. Explore Callaghan and City campuses, attend degree presentations, and have all your questions answered by friendly staff and students.

Event • 30 Aug 2025 from 10:00am - 2:00pm

Central Coast Open Day

Central Coast Open Day is packed with everything you need to know about going to the University of Newcastle. Explore Ourimbah and Gosford campuses, attend degree presentations, and have all your questions answered by friendly staff and students.

Event • 12 Sep 2025 from 4:00pm - 16 Sep 2025 until 4:00pm

2025 University Book Fair

Grab a bargain at the early bird hour of 4pm Friday 12 September! Join us for the 2025 University Book Fair. The fair hosts an assortment of rare and collectible books, making it an unmissable occasion for every book lover.

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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

Looking ahead

Looking ahead

The University of Newcastle
Strategic Plan 2020-2025

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