2024
Annual Report
This Annual Report summarises the University of Newcastle’s achievements in 2024 and outlines our financial position as at 31 December 2024. It reviews our performance against our strategic objectives and highlights key milestones we have achieved.
Foreword
We are proud to be a university of and for our regions. The 2024 Annual Report outlines a year filled with achievements that are a testament to our staff for their commitment to excellence and, to our students who make us who we are as a university.
Overview
Since 1965, the University of Newcastle has delivered world-class education and excellence in research to serve the Hunter, Central Coast and surrounding regions.
Strategy
The Looking Ahead Strategic Plan 2020 – 2025 is the University’s roadmap to achieving its vision to be a world-leading university for its regions, underpinned by the values of excellence, equity, engagement and sustainability.
Operations and Performance
Our vision for the future is one of growth, innovation, and impact, where we continue to lead, inspire and provide opportunities for everyone to access higher education. The achievements set out in our report demonstrate this vision.
Management and Accountability
Our Council and Management teams support collaborative planning, strategic decision-making and effective and transparent governance.
Sustainability
The University is leading innovative research in environmental sustainability across the globe. We partner with industry, harnessing the power of collective expertise to advance research and innovation across energy, biodiversity and the environment.
Financial Statements
The financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2024 presented to the University Council have been prepared on a consolidated basis and include the results for the University of Newcastle and its controlled entities.
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.