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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.

News • 13 May 2016

Mathematical Modelling Driving Research into Premature Birth

mathematical modelling driving research into premature birth

News • 13 May 2016

Keeping track of the flu keeps the nation on track

An online flu tracking project is keeping track of flu outbreaks in Australia.

News • 11 May 2016

Bees could provide an answer to Human-Elephant Conflict

bees could provide an answer to human elephant conflict

News • 11 May 2016

Ice cores help reconstruct Hunter weather for last 1000 years

Researchers have used data from 1000 year old ice cores to assess Australia's drought risk.

News • 09 May 2016

Health Check: how to get off the couch and into exercise

Dr Jordan Smith provides tips on how to get active.

News • 04 May 2016

Saltwater crocodile sperm may hold secret to male fertility

Saltwater crocodiles may solve male fertility issues.

News • 02 May 2016

UON welcomes NSW Govt support for Central Coast health and wellbeing precinct

UON's health and wellbeing precinct will transform health and research on the Central Coast.

News • 27 Apr 2016

Could a vaccine prevent heart attack and stroke?

A major national collaboration is now testing whether a safe, one-off vaccination can help to reduce the risk of heart attacks and strokes.

News • 22 Apr 2016

Wine Studies holds international conference

UON Wine Studies hold International Conference in collaboration with the Menzies Centre for Australian Studies at King’s College London

Events

Webinar

New oral history resources and training

For those interested in oral history methodology and practice, there are two new resources available.

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When Tuesday 17 March 2026
2:20pm - 2:20pm
Location  Online

Event

Circular Economy Grand Challenge - Information Session

Are you up for the Challenge? Help minimise waste and maximise resource efficiency!

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When Thursday 2 April 2026
Location  Online

In person

Works in Practice

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 Friday 10 April 2026
2:00pm - 4:30pm
Location  Room X401, Level 4 NUSpace | Auckland Street, Newcastle, NSW 2300

In person

Student to Startup

Three Newcastle student founders share the unfiltered reality of building a startup while studying.

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When Tuesday 14 April 2026
4:00pm - 6:00pm
Location  I2N Hub, Honeysuckle

In person

Launch: Quiet Protest: A New History of Activism during the Vietnam War

The Vietnam War sparked the largest public demonstrations Australia had ever seen. You're invited to the launch of Quiet Protest - A New History of Activism during the Vietnam War.

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When Saturday 9 May 2026
5:00pm - 6:30pm
Location  Watt Space Gallery | 20 Auckland Street, Newcastle NSW 2300