News and events

News

News • 06 May 2024

Sector-first approach to Indigenous health research

Community members and top medical bodies across the Hunter and New England regions have joined forces in a powerful bid …

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.

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