News and Events

News

News • 11 Oct 2016

UON furthers its support for mental health reform in Ghana

Associate Professor Chris Kewley is travelling to Ghana, West Africa for the country's third Mental Health and Wellbeing Conference.

News • 10 Oct 2016

Dr Gillian Gould: 2016 Alan Chancellor Award winner

UON researcher Dr Gillian Gould was awarded for her substantial body of research into smoking cessation with the GP’s highest award.

News • 10 Oct 2016

Laureate Professor Rob Sanson-Fisher new AAHMS fellow

Laureat Professor Rob Sanson-Fisher has been elected as a Fellow of the Australian Academy of Health and Medical Sciences.

News • 06 Oct 2016

2016 Glove Box Guide to Mental Health Launched in Orange

The Centre for Rural and Remote Mental Health (CRRMH), in partnership with The Land newspaper and the Rural Adversity Mental …

News • 05 Oct 2016

Lifetime achievement award for Laureate Professor Jameson

Laureate Professor Graeme Jameson was recently presented with the Lifetime Achievement Award of the International Mineral Processing Congress (IMPC).

News • 30 Sep 2016

UON researcher NSW Young Tall Poppy of the year

Dr Tracy Burrows has been honoured for her research and science communication skills.

News • 29 Sep 2016

Triple treat for UON: Young Tall Poppies

Congratulations to UON's, Dr Tracy Burrows, Dr Adam Collison and Dr Susan Hua.

News • 28 Sep 2016

Disease fighting superfood

University of Newcastle (UON) scientist, Dr Vincent Candrawinata has developed the most potent dietary antioxidant available anywhere in the world

News • 26 Sep 2016

Major breakthrough for Hunter innovation

A $9.8 million commitment from the NSW Government will support the Hunter Innovation Project.

News • 26 Sep 2016

UON joins elite circle in world innovation

The University of Newcastle has been inducted into the prestigious Leaders Circle of the Global Consortium of Entrepreneurship Centres (GCEC).

News • 26 Sep 2016

Postgraduate research excellence honoured at FEBE

Up to sixteen prizes for postgraduate research excellence will be awarded to research higher degree students in the Faculty of Engineering and Built Environment

News • 26 Sep 2016

UON doctoral candidate Scientista's newest blogger

UON Doctoral Candidate Amanda Clarke is Scientista’s newest blogger: spreading the news of popular science across the globe via the web.

Events

In person

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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When Monday 3 August 2026
9:00am - 7:00pm
Location  Callaghan, City Campus and Central Coast

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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

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When Thursday 6 August 2026
5:00pm - 7:00pm
Duration 2 hours
Location  Bar on the Hill

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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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When Monday 17 August 2026
5:30pm - 7:30pm
Duration 2 hours
Location  The Conservatorium

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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

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When Thursday 20 August 2026
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Duration 2 hours
Location  Gosford Central

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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

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When Friday 21 August 2026
10:00am - 11:30am