Bar on the Hill
A Newy tradition since 1985
Bar on the Hill is your student bar and iconic music venue.
A band playing on stage
A band playing on stage
A group of students excited in the front row of a music show
A group of students at an outdoor event
Upcoming shows
Discover our live events coming up!
The Jungle Giants
After touring the world for the past 5 years the energetic 4 piece return to stages down under with with their 5th studio album, ‘Experiencing Feelings of Joy’. Supported by up and comers The Tullamarines and Tear Drive these shows are for tastemakers and dancefloor demons alike.
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Autonomy Day 2026
The biggest student party of the year is back! Returning to Bar on the Hill this August, Automony Day brings together students from across campus for a full day of music, mates, and memories. From live music, silent discos, free food, and a few little surprises we have up our sleeves, there's something for everyone. Get your tickets today!
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Eat, drink, relax
We have an exceptional new and affordable menu, offering a wide variety of delicious, healthy, hearty and well-priced breakfast, lunch & dinner options from 8am daily.
Our in house Chef prepares and cooks everything fresh daily, with great tasting meals starting from just $5!
Get in touch with us
Call 0499 224 094
Send an email
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.