News and Events

News

News • 31 Aug 2018

Helping dads cope with postnatal depression

A new study is aiming to support new dads who experience postnatal depression.

News • 29 Aug 2018

Electric partnership powers energy innovation

A powerful new industry-research collaboration is signaling the emergence of a new renewable energy market – organic printed solar.

News • 29 Aug 2018

Rural Mental Health podcast creates positive waves

A University of Newcastle podcast series designed to encourage rural communities talk about mental health has been recognised for its impact.

News • 27 Aug 2018

A new APProach to nutrition education in pregnancy wins 3MT competition

Condensing months of research work into a three minute explainer, some of the University’s brightest rising research stars competed for first place at the 2018 Three Minute Thesis (3MT) Final, held last Friday.

News • 27 Aug 2018

Jobs of the future to stem from new aerospace and renewable energy degrees

Australia’s future aerospace and renewable energy engineers are set to emerge from the Hunter following the launch of two brand new degrees at the University of Newcastle (UON).

News • 17 Aug 2018

Researchers recognised for their scientific contributions

Dr Andrew Gardner and Dr Serene Yoong have been announced as winners of the prestigious 2018 NSW Young Tall Poppy Science Awards.

News • 16 Aug 2018

Funding success to address chronic disease

Researchers from the University of Newcastle have received more than $5.8 million in NHMRC funding to tackle chronic disease.

News • 15 Aug 2018

Nanotechnologist honoured with CRSI Medal

Globally-acclaimed material scientist and Australia’s leading nanotechnologist, Professor Ajayan Vinu will be recognised with the prestigious Council of the Chemical Research Society of India (CRSI) medal.

News • 14 Aug 2018

Central Coast Health staff helping to grow next generation of doctors

The University of Newcastle has celebrated its partnership with the Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) medical staff, acknowledging the important contribution they make in supporting the country’s next generation of doctors.

News • 13 Aug 2018

Funding to develop targeted health solutions

Researchers from the University of Newcastle have received more than $1.4 million in funding from the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) to support the Australian Government’s new male and female health strategies.

News • 13 Aug 2018

ARC awards UON $1.5m to develop PFAS remediation solutions

The University of Newcastle has received $1.5m in Australian Research Council (ARC) funding for two of nine national research projects that will focus on developing ground-breaking initiatives to address PFAS contamination in the environment.

News • 10 Aug 2018

New international research partnership forged

Medical physics research set to benefit from collaboration

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

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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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