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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)
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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.
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Latest news
News • 18 Jul 2025
Pulsating microneedles painless alternative to traditional needles
A new transdermal drug delivery method using pulsating, fabricated microneedles presents a promising alternative to traditional painful subcutaneous injections.
News • 18 Jul 2025
Broome to breakthrough: How mental health nursing became Lisa’s life calling
After more than a decade working on the frontlines of Australian mental health care, 59-year-old Lisa Arthurton decided to level up her nursing qualifications.
News • 17 Jul 2025
From boots to books, Ellie strives to make sports and law accessible to all
Ellie Jones strives to apply her understanding of the law far beyond corporate corridors and lofty courtrooms.
Upcoming events
Event • 23 Jul 2025 from 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Workplace Mental Health and Wellbeing Webinar
Join Program Convenor, Dr Melissa Freire, to learn all about the postgraduate Workplace Mental Health and Wellbeing programs at the University of Newcastle. Ask any program or admission questions and ensure you’re fully prepared for postgraduate study in Trimester 3, 2025.
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.
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.