Pedestrian Priority on Campus

In 2025, the University of Newcastle gives prioritised pedestrian access on campus through road design, traffic calming, dedicated walking infrastructure, safety measures, active-travel promotion and wayfinding systems.

Road Design & Traffic Management

• On Callaghan Campus, we operate a Ring Road system, and on the Ourimbah Campus, a Loop Road system. These roads are designed so that pedestrian movement between classes, recreational areas, and student amenities is separated from vehicle traffic wherever possible.
• To further protect pedestrians, both Ring and Loop Roads carry a 40km/h speed limit.
• Crossing points are raised, well‑lit, and clearly highlighted, especially in parking and pedestrian zones, to ensure drivers slow down and pedestrians are visible and safe.

Encouraging Active Travel & Walking

• In 2025, we actively promoted walking and other forms of active travel (cycling, scooting) as preferred modes for getting to and moving about on campus.
• Our Walk to Campus web page provides guidance and active travel maps for surrounding suburbs, offers tips on safe routes, and highlights pedestrian entry points.
• Once on campus, walking is the primary mode of movement between buildings and facilities, with paths laid out to provide direct and logical pedestrian routes.

Wayfinding, Maps & Digital Support

• The University provides interactive campus maps and mobile apps where recommended pedestrian paths, footbridges, and patrolled walkways are clearly marked.
• These digital tools also highlight lighting, safety, and shortest walking routes, helping users navigate effectively between classes, parking, and amenities.
• MazeMap provides detailed maps of the University of Newcastle campuses including the location of lecture theatres, tutorial rooms, computer labs and toilets.

Walking Safely Around Campus