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News • 15 Oct 2025

Tour de Cure powering cancer breakthroughs 

Tour de Cure has generously invested over $750,000 into cancer research at the University of Newcastle, supporting PhD students, early career researchers and leading scientists. This vital funding has fuelled innovative research tackling cancer from every angle – prevention, treatment and survivorship – and helped accelerate discoveries that change lives.

News • 01 Oct 2025

Unwrapping the link between plastic food packaging and female infertility

The impact of plastic food and drink packaging toxicants on unexplained female infertility will be investigated by University of Newcastle researchers.

News • 01 Oct 2025

Hope in healing: New care model to support survivors of brain injury from family violence

A Hunter research project will develop and test a supportive model of care for survivors of domestic and family violence who are impacted by a mild traumatic brain injury.

News • 26 Sep 2025

Better Left Said: New podcast helping Aussie men turn up the volume on mental health

Men across Australia are being invited to tune in to a powerful new podcast series, which explores men’s mental health through real, honest conversations.

News • 24 Sep 2025

SMS4dads set to expand to support more rural and remote fathers

A digital service that has supported the mental wellbeing of more than 20,000 fathers in rural and remote communities is …

News • 24 Sep 2025

Students, alumni among region's top innovators in 2025 I2N Accelerator cohort

Twelve standout teams from the Hunter and Central Coast have made it to the final stage of this year’s I2N Accelerator program, including several ventures led by University students and alumni.

News • 24 Sep 2025

$18.7 million boost for brain cancer breakthrough renews hope for families

A Newcastle-led research team, backed by national and international experts, is forging ahead in its mission to develop a life-saving treatment for the most aggressive and lethal of brain cancers – high grade gliomas (HGG), following the announcement of an $18.7 million Australian Government grant.

News • 19 Sep 2025

Scientists breed hope for endangered Littlejohn’s frog

For the first time, scientists have successfully bred the Littlejohn’s tree frog (Litoria littlejohni) in captivity. This marks a major milestone in the conservation of the endangered species.

News • 11 Sep 2025

Honouring a trailblazer: New lecture series celebrates Professor Bob Morgan’s legacy

The University of Newcastle is proud to announce a new lecture series honouring Professor Bob Morgan AO, a globally recognised leader in Indigenous education, research, and knowledge.

News • 09 Sep 2025

Collaborating for Change: Healthy Ageing Innovation Challenge Sparks Breakthrough Ideas for Equitable Ageing

In a vibrant show of collaboration, creativity, and community commitment, the Healthy Ageing Innovation Challenge wrapped up this past weekend at the I2N Hub Honeysuckle, leaving participants energised, inspired, and more confident in their ability to innovate solutions for some of society’s most pressing challenges.

News • 01 Sep 2025

Newcastle experts to boost Papua New Guinea’s health emergency response capacity

An Australian team of public health professionals and academics based at the University of Newcastle will support Papua New Guinea to build its capacity to respond to emergencies, like pandemics or natural disasters.

News • 29 Aug 2025

Research that resonates: PhD candidates shine in festival competition

University of Newcastle PhD candidates captivated a live audience to decide the winners of the annual Three Minute Thesis (3MT) and Visualise Your Thesis (VYT) competitions.

Events

Event

2026 Karen Thrift Prize for Poetry

The University of Newcastle School of Humanities, Creative Industries and Social Sciences is happy to announce that applications for the Karen Thrift Prize for Poetry for 2026 is now open.

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When Monday 19 October 2026 - Sunday 29 November 2026

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Health/Care Professions and Practices: Exploring Past, Present and Place

A free symposium for researchers, practitioners, students and community members.

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When Monday 16 November 2026
9:30am - 4:00pm
Location  NUSpace

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Orange to Blue Skies Film Screening

Join us for a screening followed by a Q&A and conversation with a panel of young people from the Hunter Valley.

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When Tuesday 17 November 2026
5:30pm - 7:00pm
Location  University of Newcastle, Upper Hunter Campus | 85 Hill St, Muswellbrook

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On Every Corner

Join us as we celebrate the graduating class of Visual Communication Design.

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When Friday 20 November 2026
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Location  University House | Cnr King and Auckland Street, Newcastle 2300

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Works In Practice Muster 4

A new research collective at the University of Newcastle that aims to foster a supportive and collaborative community of practice.

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When Monday 30 November 2026
2:00pm - 2:00pm
Location  NUSpace, Watt Space Gallery

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NSW FLIP Showcase

From Armidale to Sydney, meet the women founders of NSW FLIP as they share what they’ve built in nine weeks.

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When Thursday 3 December 2026
4:00pm - 7:00pm
Location  Greenhouse Tech Hub, Sydney

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The Merv and Janet Copley Symposium

Showcasing some of the vital research that has resulted from the bequest and archival collection from across the University of Newcastle.

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When Friday 11 December 2026
9:00am - 1:00pm
Location  NUSpace

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