News and Events

News

News • 15 Jun 2016

National Recognition for Passionate Architecture Educator

UON’s Dean of Architecture, Professor Michael Ostwald, has been awarded the Neville Quarry Medal for services to Architectural Education at …

News • 14 Jun 2016

Croatian Ambassador visits UON Robotics Lab

UON recently hosted delegates from Croatia with a visit to the Newcastle Robotics Laboratory. Dr. Damir Kusen (Ambassador of Republic …

News • 09 Jun 2016

Hunter cancer research projects gain $1.65m funding boost

UON researchers have received almost $1.65 million to support four ground-breaking cancer projects, as part of a $39 million funding package

News • 08 Jun 2016

Professor Jenny Gore to present 2016 Radford Lecture

Professor Jenny Gore receives Radford Lecture invitation at this year's Australian Association for Research in Education Conference in Melbourne.

News • 07 Jun 2016

2016 Hunter Innovation Festival

Held from 10-17 June, the 2016 Hunter Innovation Festival features a great range of events.

News • 06 Jun 2016

Brain cancer clinical trial breakthrough

Researchers have had a breakthrough in brain cancer treatment.

News • 01 Jun 2016

Trial to test electronic cigarettes as smoking cessation aids

Electronic cigarettes containing nicotine will be trialled by University of Newcastle (UON) researchers in a Victorian pilot study aimed at helping drug and alc

News • 30 May 2016

More to do before medicinal cannabis rollout

University of Newcastle's Professor Jennifer Martin outlines need for medical marijuana trials.

News • 17 May 2016

UON students animate another quirky clip

University of Newcastle students have hand-animated a video clip featuring OITNB star Matt McGorry.

News • 17 May 2016

$1.5 million federal grant secures Indigenous health centre’s future

The Federal Government has provided a crucial $1.5 million grant to the University of Newcastle’s Gomeroi gaaynggal health centre at Tamworth and Walgett

News • 15 May 2016

World first microscope innovation

Helium atom microscope opens new window into scientific world

News • 13 May 2016

Wanted: Participants for Employment Activation Study

Participants wanted for Employment Activation Study. We are seeking participants for a research project on jobseeker experiences in contemporary Australia.

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

In person

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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In person

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

In person

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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In person

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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Event

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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In person

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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