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News • 12 Nov 2014
Employer of Choice for Gender Equality
The University of Newcastle has achieved a citation as a Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) Employer of Choice for Gender Equality.
News • 12 Nov 2014
Researcher awarded international fellowship in Finland
Dr Zsuzsa Millei from the University of Newcastle's Comparative and International Education Group has been awarded a post-doctoral fellowship in Finland
News • 11 Nov 2014
UON's new medical facility wins design award
The University of Newcastle's cutting-edge medical facility houses purpose-built facilities to enhance the student experience.
News • 06 Nov 2014
Health behaviour researcher honoured
Laureate Professor Robert Sanson-Fisher AO, has taken out the inaugural Research Australia NSW Government Health Services Research Award.
News • 06 Nov 2014
UON researcher takes out Research Australia Award
Internationally renowned cancer control and health behaviour researcher, Laureate Professor Robert Sanson-Fisher AO, has taken out the inaugural Research Aust
News • 05 Nov 2014
Mental health trailblazer
University of Newcastle mental health researcher Professor Brian Kelly has been heralded as the HMRI Researcher of the Year for 2014.
News • 05 Nov 2014
ARC Discovery Projects 2015
The Faculty of Education and Arts at the University of Newcastle has secured six Australian Research Council (ARC) Discovery Program grants for 2015.
News • 05 Nov 2014
UON secures $11m ARC funding
The 2014 ARC outcome places the University 9th in Australia and will deliver funding to support 27 research projects across UON.
News • 03 Nov 2014
Rural GP of the Year
UON’s Dr Jenny May has been named Telstra RDAA Rural Doctor of the Year, recognising her contribution to rural health on a local, regional and national scale.
News • 31 Oct 2014
UON medical students in experienced rural GP hands
A pilot General Practitioner (GP) mentoring program delivered by the National Rural Faculty (NRF) in conjunction with the University of Newcastle has gained the
News • 30 Oct 2014
New study on young people's health and self-image
Youth sociology researcher at the University of Newcastle (UON), Dr Julia Coffey, is currently recruiting young people aged 18 to 30 to examine health and self
News • 29 Oct 2014
Brain cancer biobank
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Events
Exhibition
Finding home: life outside institutions
Exhibiting the stories of those who attended and left mental hospitals between 1900 to 1960 to better understand mental health care in the community before new ideas about 'community psychiatry'.
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2026 HDR Student Festival
Higher Degree by Research students are making breakthrough discoveries and solving the world’s most formidable problems. The HDR Student Festival will feature a range of conference-style activities, as well as University-wide events to showcase the excellence and innovation of our
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Three Minute Thesis Finals
The 3MT competition final is always a highlight of the HDR calendar. We are delighted that this year our finalists will again be presenting their research in front of a live audience. Come along and be dazzled by the creative
Event
Looking Ahead Lecture with Professor Lisa Harvey-Smith
Celebrate National Science Week 2026 by joining astrophysicist Professor Lisa-Harvey Smith for a fascinating journey through the wonders of the universe, exploring the latest discoveries in astronomy, space exploration and the mysteries that continue to shape our understanding of the
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From Research to Region | National Science Week
This National Science week, see how STEM research is driving local impact on the Central Coast. Our special edition of the From Research to Region seminar series highlights how University of Newcastle research spanning construction, food science and environmental conservation
Event
STEM Messages Matter | National Science Week
Clarity and cut-through in science communication We work in a crowded and fast-moving information landscape. In this environment, STEM communicators are increasingly challenged to ensure their messages are heard, understood, and trusted. Join us for a panel discussion exploring the
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.