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News • 16 Nov 2018

Title of Emeritus Professor awarded to retiring scholar Professor Mel Gray

Internationally renowned Professor of social work, Mel Gray is retiring and has been awarded the title of Emeritus Professor.

News • 15 Nov 2018

2018 HDR Poster Prize Winners

The Faculty of Engineering and Built Environment Postgraduate Research Poster Prize competition had 59 students showcasing their research via the presentation of a poster.

News • 15 Nov 2018

Million dollar award night for Hunter medical researchers

Young researchers scooped the pool at the 2018 HMRI Awards Night as more than 30 new grants exceeding $1 million …

News • 14 Nov 2018

Researcher reveals new ways to catch killer cells

A pioneering young scientist from Newcastle has received national recognition for using stem cell research to investigate ways of improving the survival rates for leukemia.

News • 14 Nov 2018

University partnerships demonstrate powerful community impact

The University of Newcastle's successful industry collaborations have provided significant benefits to Australian communities and beyond.

News • 13 Nov 2018

Inaugural lecture honours prominent Hunter psychologist

The legacy of well-known Hunter psychologist, educator and former Chancellor of the University, Professor Trevor Waring AM will be honoured …

News • 12 Nov 2018

Sparkes helps light the future of the legal industry

A new partnership between the University of Newcastle and Sparke Helmore Lawyers will explore what digital disruption means for the future of law students and lawyers.

News • 12 Nov 2018

Improving mental health support for cancer and palliative care patients

Renowned mental-health authority, Professor Brian Kelly, has received international recognition for his extensive clinical research into the psychosocial aspects of cancer and palliative care.

News • 09 Nov 2018

Research outcomes that benefit every body in Australia

Health and medical research from the University of Newcastle has been recognised among the country’s best for improving the wellbeing of people in Australia and beyond.

News • 09 Nov 2018

Young veterans’ alcohol use and mental health focus of new research

An online research trial is set to investigate the best methods to support young Australian veterans who drink alcohol and …

News • 08 Nov 2018

Wine win cause for celebration

A new book documenting the Hunter’s rich history of wine making has been named Best Wine Book at the 2018 Wine Communicator of the Year Awards held last night in Sydney.

News • 08 Nov 2018

Wolverine beats Hugh Jackman in brand endorsement battle

New marketing insights have revealed that on-screen personas are more successful brand endorsers than their real celebrity counterparts.

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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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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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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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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