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For the first time, knowledge-producing jobs in Newcastle and Lake Macquarie, such as those in the professional and information services, outnumber goods generating jobs, like manufacturing and mining.

The international airport for the Hunter will open next year and is projected to generate 4,400 full time jobs and deliver $12.7 billion into the regional economy.

We’re excited to announce that our partnership with Lake Macquarie City Council and Dantia that led to the establishment of Australia’s first Circular Economy Living Lab is a finalist in the 2022 Green Gown Awards Australasia.

This week's Greater Sydney Commission Research Workshop hosted by the University of Newcastle was an important step towards developing the research strategy needed to support delivery of the six cities plan.

The University has established its third flagship research institute: the Institute for Regional Futures.

When looking at the implications of transition away from coal to a more diversified economy, the jobs piece is really important, and so is the quantum of the royalties for government.

No economy anywhere in the world is safe if we are dependent upon one industry, no matter what the industry.

With the changing nature of Australia’s mining industry, young people in coal towns share their concerns and optimism about the low-carbon future.

As the nation prepares for a low-carbon economy, is there a risk of some being left behind? What do kids in coal country think about a low-carbon future, and how can we support mining communities through this process?

A landmark study into Australia’s proposed first large national park dedicated to protecting koalas has projected additional regional economic output of $1.2 billion over the next 15 years and $1.7 billion in biodiversity value.