News and events

News

News • 29 Apr 2024

From the Classroom to the Operating Room: Emily Mason’s Journey as an Indigenous Female Surgeon

For proud Gamilaroi woman, Emily Mason, the path to becoming one of the country’s only Indigenous traumatology specialist surgeons has …

News • 30 Jun 2023

Almost $3m grant secured for sector-first in Indigenous health research

The University of Newcastle in partnership with the Lowitja Institute has received just under $3 million in federal funding to …

News • 27 Jun 2023

Students taking on global health challenges

With international travel back on the agenda, the College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing is pleased to be supporting students on their immersion trips throughout the Asia-Pacific. Over the past 12 months the college has worked to reintroduce global study opportunities to enrich students' study experiences.

News • 22 May 2023

Warm your Head and Heart!

Our friends at Mark Hughes Foundation have just released this year’s beanie designs! When you buy a beanie, all of the proceeds will support crucial brain cancer research and treatment.

News • 30 Mar 2023

Collaboration delivers world-first for radiation oncology  

The newly opened Global Centre for Research and Training in Radiation Oncology at the University of Newcastle is elevating the standard of cancer care around the world with support from our valued partners and collaborators.

News • 20 Oct 2022

Generous gifts to celebrate 40 years of good

To mark 40 years since they began in 1982, the Maitland Cancer Appeal Committee set their minds on another remarkable milestone – raising an incredible $400,000 for cancer research at the University.

News • 31 Aug 2022

World-first stroke recovery program launches in Newcastle

An online resource portal, co-designed by people living with stroke with researchers from HMRI and the University of Newcastle, is offering specialised support on the journey to recovery.

News • 14 Mar 2022

Clinical School and Research Institute to reshape future of Central Coast health care

The University of Newcastle Central Coast Clinical School and Central Coast Research Institute was officially opened today by the Hon Scott Morrison MP, Prime Minister of Australia.

News • 20 Sep 2021

Partnering towards a brighter journey ahead

The Guyati, Garraka wa Witing Speech Pathology Project is a ground-breaking program to address the critical shortage of speech pathology services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children in rural NSW.

News • 24 Jun 2021

Graduation marks milestone for students on their academic journey

In recognition of their significant academic achievement, students across the University of Newcastle’s Callaghan and Ourimbah campuses will mark the culmination of their studies at graduation ceremonies over the next week.

News • 26 Apr 2021

Brawn fellows leading the world in health research

Hear from four researchers leading life-changing work thanks to the generosity of a gift beyond a lifetime.

News • 12 Oct 2020

Students offer remote service to improve our diet

Students of the Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics program at the University of Newcastle are inviting people to video call or ‘Zoom’ in to a Telehealth clinic for advice on their diet.

Events

Workshop

Writing Questions for Secure Online Assessment

This workshop is delivered by the Education Development team and will cover the foundations of writing high-quality questions for secure online assessments.

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When Wednesday 20 May 2026
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Duration 60mins
Location  Online

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Webinar

Cogniti Users Drop-In Sessions

The LDTI Cogniti Users Drop-In Sessions are intended as an opportunity for staff to come together to discuss their use of the platform, and share what is working and what is not. We will also discuss any upcoming enhancements, new

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When Thursday 21 May 2026
Duration 30mins
Location  Online

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Webinar

3P Assurance of Learning

The LDTI AI in Action sessions are an opportunity for staff to come together and discuss how they are using GenAI in their teaching, learning, and research. Each 30-minute session includes a brief demonstration and time for Q&A.

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When Friday 22 May 2026
12:00pm - 12:30pm
Duration 30mins
Location  Online

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Event

Exercise Right Week: A free Community Health initiative by the University of Newcastle Exercise Physiology Clinic

Not sure where to start with exercise? Returning to exercise? Or dealing with an injury, niggle or health condition? Exercise Right Week is your start point. Free Community Health Assessments during Exercise Right Week, including personalised exercise programs.

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When Monday 25 May 2026 - Thursday 28 May 2026
Location  NUsport Harbourside Gym, NUsport University (Callaghan) Gym and University of Newcastle Exercise Physiology Clinic at Hunter Sports Centre Glendale.

Webinar

Bachelor of Podiatric Medicine Webinar

Join Professor Andrea Coda, Head of Discipline (Podiatric Medicine), for an exclusive webinar to discover how the Bachelor of Podiatric Medicine at the University of Newcastle can help students build a highly employable, clinically rewarding, and future-focused healthcare career.

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When Wednesday 27 May 2026
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Location  Online

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Workshop

tEN June Showcase and Seed Funding Application - Shut-up and Write session

This session is designed for staff wanting to put time aside to work on their applications for the Educator Network Showcase and Teaching and Learning projects.

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When Thursday 28 May 2026
10:30am - 11:30am
Location  Newcastle (Callaghan), Online

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Webinar

GenAI Foundations for Teaching (repeat)

This hands-on workshop is designed to empower educators to leverage generative AI as a tool to enhance student engagement, foster creativity, and strengthen constructive alignment in assessment practices.

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When Wednesday 3 June 2026
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Duration 60mins
Location  Online

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Webinar

Cogniti Users Drop-In Sessions

The LDTI Cogniti Users Drop-In Sessions are intended as an opportunity for staff to come together to discuss their use of the platform, and share what is working and what is not. We will also discuss any upcoming enhancements, new

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When Thursday 4 June 2026
12:00pm - 12:30pm
Duration 30mins
Location  Online

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Workshop

Leveraging GenAI for Assessment Design

How can AI help us design better assessment tasks? In this session, we'll explore key considerations when using AI to generate ideas for assessments, focusing on how to craft effective and meaningful tasks, and other important factors to ensure a

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When Wednesday 10 June 2026
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Duration 60mins
Location  Online

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Webinar

GenAI and Copyright

The LDTI AI in Action sessions are an opportunity for staff to come together and discuss how they are using GenAI in their teaching, learning, and research. Each 30-minute session includes a brief demonstration and time for Q&A.

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When Friday 12 June 2026
12:00pm - 12:30pm
Duration 30mins
Location  Online

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Webinar

An Introduction to Vibe Coding in Education

The LDTI GenAI Tinker Sessions provide an opportunity for academic staff to try out different tools, experiment with their functionality, and think about how they could be used in day-to-day work.

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When Monday 15 June 2026
2:00pm - 3:30pm
Duration 90mins
Location  Newcastle (Callaghan)

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Workshop

Discussing GenAI in the Classroom

Participants will explore key considerations and policies for using GenAI, examine different use cases in the classroom, and discuss how to have conversations about GenAI with their students.

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When Wednesday 17 June 2026
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Duration 60mins
Location  Online

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Webinar

Cogniti Users Drop-In Sessions

The LDTI Cogniti Users Drop-In Sessions are intended as an opportunity for staff to come together to discuss their use of the platform, and share what is working and what is not. We will also discuss any upcoming enhancements, new

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When Friday 19 June 2026
Duration 30mins
Location  Online

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