Goal 8:
Decent Work and Economic Growth
Promote inclusive and sustainable economic growth, employment and decent work for all
Sustainable economic growth will require societies to create the conditions that allow people to have quality jobs.
- Employment Practice: Living Wage
- Employment Practice: Unions
- Employment Policy: Discrimination
- Employment Policy: Modern Slavery
- Employment Practice: Equivalent Rights Outsourcing
- Employment Policy: Pay Scale Equity
- Tracking Pay Scale for Gender Equity
- Employment Practice: Appeal Process
- Employment Practice: Labour Rights
Stories
2025
2024
Australia will soon have its first Islamic bank. What does this mean, and what are the challenges?
Islamic banks have become an integral part of the financial system in many Muslim-majority countries, as well as in nations with sizeable Muslim minorities such as the United Kingdom, South Africa, Sri Lanka and Thailand. Australia is poised to join them. From mid-2024, Islamic Bank Australia
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Bold climate action benefits more than just the environment - it's also great for business
As the world grapples with the intensifying challenges of climate change, businesses are under increasing pressure to take action. To avert catastrophe, this will have to go beyond merely complying with new regulations and minimum standards. Business must lead the charge in good faith.
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2022
News
2025
Celebrating 60 years of Community Support
Our timeline shares the impact of 60 years of generosity, with more than 12,000 people donating over $200 million to shape a better tomorrow through the University of Newcastle.
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Celebrating 60 Years of Newcastle and Singapore
In 2025, two remarkable milestones converge: the University of Newcastle celebrates its 60th anniversary and Singapore marks 60 years of independence. Reflecting on the spirit of opportunity that has shaped our shared history, we celebrate how Singapore-based alumni are helping to build our shared future.
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Future leaders solving current problems
From protecting threatened species and educating the next generation about marine conservation, to fostering inclusive spaces for neurodivergent students, the Ma & Morley Scholarship Program is empowering our future leaders to take action for a better world.
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Events
2025
Beyond the Spectacle: Events as Strategic Investments in Newcastle’s Future
A great event does more than entertain – it can shape a city’s future. With Newcastle increasing its investment in events, we have an opportunity to ensure events are not just one-time spectacles, but catalysts for long-term economic, social and cultural impact.
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Beyond the Spectacle: Events as Strategic Investments in Newcastle’s Future
A great event does more than entertain – it can shape a city’s future. With Newcastle increasing its investment in events, we have an opportunity to ensure events are not just one-time spectacles, but catalysts for long-term economic, social and cultural impact.
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Degrees
Bachelor of Biomedical Science
Apply to study a degree in biomedical science and graduate with diverse, employable skills that optimise your future career success.
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Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Honours) (Nuclear Medicine)
Apply to study a degree in medical radiation science (nuclear medicine) and graduate with employable skills that optimise your future career success.
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Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Honours) (Radiation Therapy)
Apply to study a degree in medical radiation science (radiation therapy) and graduate with employable skills that optimise your future career success.
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Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics (Honours)
Apply to study a degree in nutrition & dietetics and graduate with diverse, employable skills that optimise your future career success.
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Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours)
Apply to study a degree in occupational therapy and graduate with diverse, employable skills that optimise your future career success.
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Bachelor of Oral Health Therapy
Apply to study a degree in oral health therapy and graduate with diverse, employable skills that optimise your future career success.
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Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours)
Apply to study a degree in pharmacy and graduate with diverse, employable skills that optimise your future career success.
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Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours)
Apply to study a degree in physiotherapy and graduate with diverse, employable skills that optimise your future career success.
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Bachelor of Speech Pathology (Honours)
Apply to study a degree in speech pathology and graduate with diverse, employable skills that optimise your future career success.
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Graduate Certificate in Clinical Epidemiology
Providing health care professionals with an introduction to clinical epidemiology, learn basic research skills and obtain fundamental principles of clinical epidemiology with a Graduate Certificate in Clinical Epidemiology.
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Graduate Certificate in Medicines for the Health Professions
Gain a stronger knowledge-base and enhance your knowledge as a healthcare professional with the Graduate Certificate in Medicines for the Health Professions. Choose from a diverse range of study options allowing you to develop skills in medicines, with an understanding of both practice and theory.
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Graduate Certificate in Mental Health Nursing
Our Graduate Certificate in Mental Health Nursing is for Registered Nurses who want to build expertise in mental health care.
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$438,000 funding to boost cleantech innovation in the Hunter
Local clean technology innovators will have more opportunity to bring their products to market with the NSW Government awarding $438,375 in funding for the University of Newcastle’s Hunter Cleantech Accelerator.
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$438,000 funding to boost cleantech innovation in the Hunter
Local clean technology innovators will have more opportunity to bring their products to market with the NSW Government awarding $438,375 in funding for the University of Newcastle’s Hunter Cleantech Accelerator.
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30k in funding awarded to our top 3 innovators
The University of Newcastle celebrated outstanding innovation in climate action at the Net Zero Grand Challenge Awards Night, held at the University Gallery on October 17th, 2024.
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30k in funding awarded to our top 3 innovators
The University of Newcastle celebrated outstanding innovation in climate action at the Net Zero Grand Challenge Awards Night, held at the University Gallery on October 17th, 2024.
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A Global Survey to Explore SDG Prioritisation Among Young People
CIFAL Newcastle is developing a survey to explore university students’ prioritisation and perceptions of the SDGs. It will also explore students characteristics to determine how these may impact prioritisation of SDGs, including gender, discipline of study or location.
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A Tale of Two Cities: Hunter and Illawarra regions collaborate to unlock innovation to drive change
University of Newcastle and the University of Wollongong (UOW) partnered with Business Illawarra and Business Hunter today to bring together more than 80 key government and industry stakeholders to discuss the best approach to drive economic and social change through innovation.
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A Tale of Two Cities: Hunter and Illawarra regions collaborate to unlock innovation to drive change
University of Newcastle and the University of Wollongong (UOW) partnered with Business Illawarra and Business Hunter today to bring together more than 80 key government and industry stakeholders to discuss the best approach to drive economic and social change through innovation.
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Accelerating Startups with the Trailblazer for Recycling and Clean Energy Program
Housed at the University’s Newcastle Institute for Energy and Resources (NIER), the Trailblazer for Recycling and Clean Energy (TRaCE) program is moving innovative technologies out of the lab and into global manufacturing.
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Accelerating Startups with the Trailblazer for Recycling and Clean Energy Program
Housed at the University’s Newcastle Institute for Energy and Resources (NIER), the Trailblazer for Recycling and Clean Energy (TRaCE) program is moving innovative technologies out of the lab and into global manufacturing.
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Achievements and sound financial result captured in 2023 Annual Report
The University of Newcastle delivered strong results in 2023, as outline in its 2023 Annual Report that was tabled in NSW Parliament today.
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Achievements and sound financial result captured in 2023 Annual Report
The University of Newcastle delivered strong results in 2023, as outline in its 2023 Annual Report that was tabled in NSW Parliament today.
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All paths welcome at Central Coast Open Day
Around 1,000 people will be welcomed to the University of Newcastle Central Coast campuses this Saturday 17 August, as the community is invited to explore world-class facilities and experience what university has to offer.
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All paths welcome at Central Coast Open Day
Around 1,000 people will be welcomed to the University of Newcastle Central Coast campuses this Saturday 17 August, as the community is invited to explore world-class facilities and experience what university has to offer.
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Automating green spaces for thriving cities
Claire and Jared, co-founders of Cloud Grow, are innovators in automated irrigation technology for green infrastructure. Their journey began with Herb Urban, a community gardening startup that evolved into a tech-driven solution for watering green roofs and walls.
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Automating green spaces for thriving cities
Claire and Jared, co-founders of Cloud Grow, are innovators in automated irrigation technology for green infrastructure. Their journey began with Herb Urban, a community gardening startup that evolved into a tech-driven solution for watering green roofs and walls.
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Benefits and conditions
The University of Newcastle is a great place to work. You’re part of a university that is discovering new ways of thinking and cementing a place as a global leader
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Benefits at a glance
Discover the fantastic benefits of working at the University of Newcastle.
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Building new futures for migrant women
A new program to equip women from migrant and refugee backgrounds with skills in construction is set to build more than just new homes, thanks to generous support from the Newcastle Permanent Charitable Foundation.
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Building new futures for migrant women
A new program to equip women from migrant and refugee backgrounds with skills in construction is set to build more than just new homes, thanks to generous support from the Newcastle Permanent Charitable Foundation.
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Celebrating Fellowship | Congratulations Dr Olivia Whalen
On behalf of the College of Engineering, Science and Environment, we extend our congratulations to the most recent Fellow of the Advance HE (UK) Higher Education Academy - Dr Olivia Whalen
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Celebrating Fellowship | Congratulations Dr Olivia Whalen
On behalf of the College of Engineering, Science and Environment, we extend our congratulations to the most recent Fellow of the Advance HE (UK) Higher Education Academy - Dr Olivia Whalen
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Central Coast Campus reaches new heights as University of Newcastle celebrates topping out milestone
The University of Newcastle's new Central Coast Campus in Gosford has achieved a major milestone with the completion of the building's structure. The 'topping out' marks a crucial step in the project, bringing it closer to its anticipated completion later this year.
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Central Coast Campus reaches new heights as University of Newcastle celebrates topping out milestone
The University of Newcastle's new Central Coast Campus in Gosford has achieved a major milestone with the completion of the building's structure. The 'topping out' marks a crucial step in the project, bringing it closer to its anticipated completion later this year.
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Central Coast to host University of Newcastle’s first in-person Open Day since 2019
Around 1,500 prospective students and members of the public are expected to stream through the University of Newcastle’s Ourimbah Campus this Saturday as the University throws open its doors for the first in-person Open Day since 2019.
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Central Coast to host University of Newcastle’s first in-person Open Day since 2019
Around 1,500 prospective students and members of the public are expected to stream through the University of Newcastle’s Ourimbah Campus this Saturday as the University throws open its doors for the first in-person Open Day since 2019.
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City of Newcastle and University Expands Region’s Art and Culture Commitment
City of Newcastle and the University of Newcastle have today announced a new cultural partnership that will see the two organisations working together to expand the region's art capabilities.
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City of Newcastle and University Expands Region’s Art and Culture Commitment
City of Newcastle and the University of Newcastle have today announced a new cultural partnership that will see the two organisations working together to expand the region's art capabilities.
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Collaboration delivers world-first for radiation oncology
The newly opened Global Centre for Research and Training in Radiation Oncology at the University of Newcastle is elevating the standard of cancer care around the world with support from our valued partners and collaborators.
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Collaboration delivers world-first for radiation oncology
The newly opened Global Centre for Research and Training in Radiation Oncology at the University of Newcastle is elevating the standard of cancer care around the world with support from our valued partners and collaborators.
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Community encouraged to have their say on proposed City Campus Student Accommodation
The University of Newcastle will present its proposed city campus student accommodation plans and design to the local community in February, encouraging public input as planning and development on the project progresses. The proposed student accommodation is the second stage of development and will accommodate upward of 450 students.
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Community encouraged to have their say on proposed City Campus Student Accommodation
The University of Newcastle will present its proposed city campus student accommodation plans and design to the local community in February, encouraging public input as planning and development on the project progresses. The proposed student accommodation is the second stage of development and will accommodate upward of 450 students.
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Connecting people with the information they need - anytime, anyplace
Ryan Macpherson and Jude Novak, are cofounders of Coassemble, creators of Australia’s first online training platform.
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Connecting people with the information they need - anytime, anyplace
Ryan Macpherson and Jude Novak, are cofounders of Coassemble, creators of Australia’s first online training platform.
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Countdown’s on: Full campus activation ready to launch for Newcastle Open Day – City Campus and Callaghan
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Countdown’s on: Full campus activation ready to launch for Newcastle Open Day – City Campus and Callaghan
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Creation and storytelling at the heart of a startup
On Wednesday 17 August, Oyem shared how he began and then nurtured his startup career to found his company that aligns with his life mission and is making positive impacts on community health.
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Creation and storytelling at the heart of a startup
On Wednesday 17 August, Oyem shared how he began and then nurtured his startup career to found his company that aligns with his life mission and is making positive impacts on community health.
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Cutting-edge facility set to get the most out of athletes
Hunter Sports Centre is raising the bar on athlete performance in the Hunter with the opening of a cutting-edge new facility at the Glendale site.
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Cutting-edge facility set to get the most out of athletes
Hunter Sports Centre is raising the bar on athlete performance in the Hunter with the opening of a cutting-edge new facility at the Glendale site.
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Discover your pathway at Newcastle Open Day
Thousands of prospective university students are set to visit Newcastle this Saturday for the University of Newcastle’s annual Open Day event.
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Discover your pathway at Newcastle Open Day
Thousands of prospective university students are set to visit Newcastle this Saturday for the University of Newcastle’s annual Open Day event.
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Driving Innovation in the Hunter: Meet I2N's 2024 Scaleup Cohort
Meet the I2N Scaleup Program cohort
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Driving Innovation in the Hunter: Meet I2N's 2024 Scaleup Cohort
Meet the I2N Scaleup Program cohort
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Education that empowers: University of Newcastle celebrates record graduation
More than 3,700 students, including doctors, teachers, psychologists and engineers will be celebrated over five huge days and 13 inspiring ceremonies as the University of Newcastle hosts its largest graduation ever this week.
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Education that empowers: University of Newcastle celebrates record graduation
More than 3,700 students, including doctors, teachers, psychologists and engineers will be celebrated over five huge days and 13 inspiring ceremonies as the University of Newcastle hosts its largest graduation ever this week.
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Evidence of equity action puts University of Newcastle first in Australia
The University of Newcastle has today been recognised as a national leader in gender equity and Indigenous participation.
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Evidence of equity action puts University of Newcastle first in Australia
The University of Newcastle has today been recognised as a national leader in gender equity and Indigenous participation.
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Exploitation of migrant workers highlights systemic issue across Australia
Migrants and refugees currently working in the Hunter region face a range of complex challenges, including wage theft.
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Exploitation of migrant workers highlights systemic issue across Australia
Migrants and refugees currently working in the Hunter region face a range of complex challenges, including wage theft.
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Female leadership key to community ‘saving itself’ in unprecedented trauma
As the two-year anniversary of the devastating Northern Rivers’ flooding looms, new research from the University of Newcastle has shown the female-led response to the trauma prevailed where authorities failed.
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Female leadership key to community ‘saving itself’ in unprecedented trauma
As the two-year anniversary of the devastating Northern Rivers’ flooding looms, new research from the University of Newcastle has shown the female-led response to the trauma prevailed where authorities failed.
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Filling the gap – University’s vision for dental and oral health on the Coast
The University of Newcastle has today shared details of its vision for a dentistry school and 50-chair public dental clinic and training facility on the Central Coast to reduce waiting times and increase dental services for the region.
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Filling the gap – University’s vision for dental and oral health on the Coast
The University of Newcastle has today shared details of its vision for a dentistry school and 50-chair public dental clinic and training facility on the Central Coast to reduce waiting times and increase dental services for the region.
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First Look at Hunter's Health Innovation Living Lab
The early design for the Health Innovation Living Lab has been unveiled, providing the community with their first look at the Hunter’s new $2.3 million innovation ecosystem.
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First Look at Hunter's Health Innovation Living Lab
The early design for the Health Innovation Living Lab has been unveiled, providing the community with their first look at the Hunter’s new $2.3 million innovation ecosystem.
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Food and nutrition degree serves Keren a rewarding career
Coming from a ‘foodie family’, Keren Peter says food has always been in her blood, so studying the Bachelor of Food Science and Human Nutrition was a natural choice.
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Food and nutrition degree serves Keren a rewarding career
Coming from a ‘foodie family’, Keren Peter says food has always been in her blood, so studying the Bachelor of Food Science and Human Nutrition was a natural choice.
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From early ideas to enterprise insights
Dr. Laurence Lock Lee is the founder of Swoop Analytics, a platform that transforms how large organisations understand and improve internal communication.
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From early ideas to enterprise insights
Dr. Laurence Lock Lee is the founder of Swoop Analytics, a platform that transforms how large organisations understand and improve internal communication.
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From Student to Space Innovator
Space and startup expert Andreas Antoniades will be at the University of Newcastle to discuss all things Spacecraft to Innovation.
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From Student to Space Innovator
Space and startup expert Andreas Antoniades will be at the University of Newcastle to discuss all things Spacecraft to Innovation.
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Gen Z and Business Transformation on the Agenda as 250 turn out for University’s Industry Open Day
Working with Gen Z, using research to drive economic and social impact and industry transformation in the Hunter were key topics up for discussion as more than 250 local industry leaders gathered today for the University of Newcastle’s first Industry Open Day.
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Gen Z and Business Transformation on the Agenda as 250 turn out for University’s Industry Open Day
Working with Gen Z, using research to drive economic and social impact and industry transformation in the Hunter were key topics up for discussion as more than 250 local industry leaders gathered today for the University of Newcastle’s first Industry Open Day.
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Graduate attributes
We want our graduates to be career-ready, community-minded and equipped to help solve the challenges of the future.
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Happier in the Hunter: promising findings for young people
Despite the challenges that young people in regional areas face, new data reveals Hunter youth are happier than their peers in capital cities.
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Happier in the Hunter: promising findings for young people
Despite the challenges that young people in regional areas face, new data reveals Hunter youth are happier than their peers in capital cities.
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Have a Hometown Holiday to support the Newcastle tourism industry
A new initiative aimed at boosting tourism in Newcastle will launch on Thursday.
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Have a Hometown Holiday to support the Newcastle tourism industry
A new initiative aimed at boosting tourism in Newcastle will launch on Thursday.
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High-tech campus on the rise in Central Coast
The opening of a new state-of-the-art University of Newcastle campus in Gosford is a step closer following the signing of the final agreement between the NSW Government and the University of Newcastle.
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High-tech campus on the rise in Central Coast
The opening of a new state-of-the-art University of Newcastle campus in Gosford is a step closer following the signing of the final agreement between the NSW Government and the University of Newcastle.
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Hunter medical students earn while they learn
An Australian-first initiative to boost healthcare staff and provide medical students with invaluable paid experience is now underway in Hunter New England Local Health District, thanks to a new partnership with the University of Newcastle and TAFE NSW.
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Hunter medical students earn while they learn
An Australian-first initiative to boost healthcare staff and provide medical students with invaluable paid experience is now underway in Hunter New England Local Health District, thanks to a new partnership with the University of Newcastle and TAFE NSW.
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iLEAD
Since 2009, the iLEAD program has supported outstanding students in developing the skills required to lead meaningful change.
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Inaugural Showcase debuts cutting-edge solar and hydrogen technologies
More than 200 industry, government officials, researchers, start-ups and university staff came together yesterday to celebrate the achievements of the Trailblazer for Recycling and Clean Energy program in its first year, namely establishing $117M in industry co-funded R&D projects focused on bringing disruptive technologies to market.
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Inaugural Showcase debuts cutting-edge solar and hydrogen technologies
More than 200 industry, government officials, researchers, start-ups and university staff came together yesterday to celebrate the achievements of the Trailblazer for Recycling and Clean Energy program in its first year, namely establishing $117M in industry co-funded R&D projects focused on bringing disruptive technologies to market.
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Innovative Startups and Software Engineers among students recognised at Employability Excellence Awards
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Innovative Startups and Software Engineers among students recognised at Employability Excellence Awards
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Inspiring capable communities
Kate and Jordan, who were participants in I2N’s Accelerator Cohort 2023, are the co-founders of are of Ariel Community, a tech startup working to inspire advocacy for disability inclusion and access throughout Australian communities.
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Inspiring capable communities
Kate and Jordan, who were participants in I2N’s Accelerator Cohort 2023, are the co-founders of are of Ariel Community, a tech startup working to inspire advocacy for disability inclusion and access throughout Australian communities.
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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.