News and Events

News

News • 01 Sep 2016

UON researchers scoop reproductive biology awards

Research recognition at Reproductive Biology Conference, The University of Newcastle, Australia

News • 31 Aug 2016

The male reproductive mechanism causing genetic change

A new research finding from the University of Newcastle and HMRI confirms that a healthy lifestyle can influence sperm performance.

News • 25 Aug 2016

Mentoring spot awarded to UON researcher

Akane Kanai has been selected for the 2016 Australian Feminist Studies mentoring program for new academic writers.

News • 25 Aug 2016

International spotlight on engineering breakthrough

UON's engineering researcher, Dr Kim Van Netten, has won the inaugural Australian Falling Walls Lab competition that recognises innovative ideas and research

News • 24 Aug 2016

Study finds fathers are key to girls’ well-being

The world-first DADEE (Dads And Daughters Exercising & Empowered) program run by UON researchers has improved girls’ self-esteem, resilience & physical activity

News • 24 Aug 2016

UON Researcher awarded National Library of Australia Fellowship

Dr Gillian Arrighi has been awarded a prestigious 2017 National Library of Australia Fellowship.

News • 24 Aug 2016

FEDUA's Centre for Social Research and Regional Futures wins tender

A research team led by FEDUA’s Centre for Social Research and Regional Futures successfully tendered for a position on a Govt panel for research services.

News • 22 Aug 2016

Chancellor's Award for Innovation | $10K on Offer

Support for proof of concept and the commercialisation of innovative ideas is the driving force behind an exciting new initiative at the UON

News • 22 Aug 2016

UON welcomes Pro Vice-Chancellor Indigenous Education and Research

uon welcomes pro vice chancellor indigenous education and research

News • 12 Aug 2016

International accolade for speech pathology researcher

Leading speech pathology researcher Associate Professor Bronwyn Hemsley has been internationally recognised for her contribution to speech pathology

News • 11 Aug 2016

Mental health journey a sensory experience

Bliss Cavanagh is a PhD Candidate in the School of Health Sciences who’s just been selected as a Young Social Pioneer by the Foundation of Young Australians.

News • 10 Aug 2016

Buffy and Contemporary Feminism - New book Making News

Dr Patricia Pender's new book I'm Buffy and You're History: Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Contemporary Feminism is in the news.

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

In person

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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In person

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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