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Upcoming events happening across our campuses. We can't wait to see you here.
Featured Events
Newcastle Writers Festival presents: An Evening with Sally Hepworth
Sally Hepworth is the New York Times-bestselling author of 10 novels, including The Soulmate and Darling Girls. The Family Next Door has been adapted by the ABC. Her new book, Mad Mabel, will be available in September.
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50th Alumni Excellence Awards
Join us for a special evening marking 50 years of the Alumni Excellence Awards - a celebration of bold ideas, brilliant minds, and global impact. This milestone event honours our 2025 recipients and celebrates the remarkable alumni who, over five decades, have made lasting contributions to their fields and communities.
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Say Aahhhh: Health, Medicine and Everyday Care in Newcastle from 1945 to 2000
Come and explore Say Aahhhh: Health, Medicine and Everyday Care in Newcastle from 1945 to 2000, an exhibition exploring the unique and surprising history of health care in Newcastle.
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Looking Ahead Speaker Series
Ongoing and upcoming events
July 2025
Exhibition
Say Aahhhh: Health, Medicine and Everyday Care in Newcastle from 1945 to 2000
Come and explore Say Aahhhh: Health, Medicine and Everyday Care in Newcastle from 1945 to 2000, an exhibition exploring the unique and surprising history of health care in Newcastle.
September 2025
Exhibition
Bio Assembly
BIO ASSEMBLY is a suite of four exhibitions, featuring seven artists that challenge our perceptions of landscape, space, ethics and entropy.
October 2025
In person
Stress Less 2025
Stressed? Feeling the pressure of exams and assignment deadlines? Welcome to UNSA's Stress Less Week for Semester 2!
In person
Library MakerSpace - Halloween Craft and Friendship Bracelets
🎃🧵 Two creative themes, two big weeks at the MakerSpace! Get into the spooky spirit with Halloween crafts 👻 and join in the fun of friendship bracelet making as part of Stress Less. Whether you’re making something spooky or something
Workshop
Active Learning in Online Classrooms
Explore active learning teaching techniques to increase student engagement in online classrooms. Ascertain the benefits of active learning practice and determine when to employ active learning in the classroom.
In person
Book launch - Global Business and Local Struggle: Reimagining Non-Judicial Remedy for Human Rights
What happens when global corporations violate human rights? Join us for the launch of a new book which creates a blueprint for reforming transnational human rights grievance mechanisms and for helping communities and workers to use them.
Live performance
Hunter Ensembles Showcase
Showcasing the amazing talents of students within the Department of Education primary and secondary schools.
Exhibition
Visual Communication Design: Graduating Students Exhibition
This is Kreative Kaos: the end of year showcase of the University of Newcastle’s graduating Visual Communication students.
November 2025
Webinar
The False Divide between Nature and Culture
This seminar presents work that shatters the false distinction between nature and culture and troubles lay perceptions of human practices as separate from the apparent wilds of nature.
Webinar
Newcastle Youth Studies Centre Seminar Series: The False Divide between Nature and Culture
Join this international seminar series featuring speakers from the University of Newcastle alongside some of the biggest international scholars in sociology, digital humanities, communications, media studies, and education, responding to key social issues of our time.
In person
Hunter Alumni Celebration
Celebrate 60 years of the University of Newcastle at the 2025 Hunter Alumni Celebration, featuring an inspiring ‘In Conversation’ with Brett Blacker, Managing Director for Australia and New Zealand at Duolingo, as he shares his journey from Newcastle to global
Webinar
Master of Sports Analytics Webinar
Are you data driven with aspirations towards a successful career in sports business?
In person
The 10th Annual Newbie Awards
Dress up and walk the red carpet for an evening showcasing the impressive work of Bachelor of Media and Communication students.
Live performance
To Listen To Sing by Ensemble Offspring
Presented by Ensemble Offspring, this event features composers from the Ngarra-Burria: First Peoples Composers program.
Live performance
Community Strings Concert
Showcasing the achievements of the wonderful string students at the Conservatorium of Music.
Webinar
Master of Laboratory Medicine Webinar
Join Dr Melissa Tadros to learn more about the Master of Laboratory Medicine program at the University of Newcastle. Gain an understanding of the program and engage in a Q&A.
Webinar
Master of Business Administration
Are you a business professional looking to take the next step in your career?
Event
Startup Stories - Beneficial Beer Co
Hear the experiences of an entrepreneur and business owner – the highs, the lows, the wins, the mistakes, the inside story.
Webinar
ADF Pathways to University Webinar
Australian Defence Force members can apply for direct entry into a range of our programs in 2026, after being provided with a selection rank equivalent based on their service.
Webinar
Graduate Diploma in Psychological Science Webinar
Join Program Convenor Associate Professor Myles Young, to learn more about the Graduate Diploma in Psychological Science at the University of Newcastle. Gain an understanding of the program and engage in a Q&A.
Event
2025 Law Insights Evening
The University of Newcastle’s School of Law and Justice invites you to attend our Law Insights evening.
In person
Singapore Alumni Celebration
We are delighted to invite you to our 60th Anniversary Singapore Alumni Celebration, featuring an inspiring ‘In Conversation’ with two distinguished Singaporean alumni on creating impact across global industries. Join us as we celebrate six decades of University of Newcastle
In person
Malaysia Alumni Celebration
Join us in celebrating 60 years of the University of Newcastle at our Malaysia Alumni Celebration, featuring an inspiring ‘In Conversation’ with distinguished Malaysian alumni Ar Jasmeet Pal Singh Sidhu and Emir Izzat Raduan as they discuss advancing sustainability and
Webinar
Master of Teaching (Primary) Webinar
Looking to change careers and teach leaders of tomorrow?
Webinar
Master of Food Science and Technology Webinar
Join Program Convenor Professor Christopher Scarlett, along with Dr Penta Pristijono and Dr Taiwo Akanbi, to learn more about the new Master of Food Science and Technology at the University of Newcastle. Gain an understanding of the program and engage
Event
World COPD Day
Join us for World COPD Day! The University of Newcastle Exercise Physiology Clinic is hosting activities at the Hunter Sports Centre, including a global livestream featuring stories, research, and exercise demos to highlight the benefits of physical activity for people
Webinar
‘Your mum didn’t take selfies’: Youth and image cultures on social media
This panel discussion traces the contemporary dynamics of young people’s image cultures, foregrounding their own imaging practices as part of the broader social media landscape shaping identity and self-presentation.
Event
Centre for Society, Health and Care Research Symposium
Join us for this thought-provoking symposium exploring current and future challenges in health and care research.
Webinar
Graduate Certificate in Prescribing for Midwives Webinar
Join Program Convenor Heidi Williams to learn more about the Graduate Certificate in Prescribing for Midwives at the University of Newcastle. Gain an understanding of the program and engage in a Q&A.
Event
A strong, stable and prosperous Pacific
Today’s healthcare systems face significant challenges, join us to discuss how we look to technology to find solutions and answers.
Event
Sixty: A Celebration in Sound
Celebrate six decades of excellence at Sixty: A Celebration in Sound, a special concert showcasing the incredible talent of the University of Newcastle’s music graduates in the University’s 60th year.
Exhibition
Unseen Unspoken
The 2025 Newcastle Art School graduation exhibition celebrates and acknowledges the work of 3 artists completing the Bachelor of Creative Practice degree program – Eliza Blackwell, Chloe Hooper and Leanne Swainson. The exhibition marks the creative milestone for the graduates
December 2025
Event
Sneak peek - Central Coast Campus - Gosford Central
Explore the future of education at our Gosford Central Campus sneak peek. Tour cutting-edge facilities, meet university staff and students, and discover study, career, and community opportunities ahead of Semester 1, 2026.
Event
Summer Ball 2025
You’re invited to celebrate in style because every achievement deserves a spotlight.
Event
Graduation - Newcastle Callaghan
December Graduation Ceremonies – Celebrating 60 Years of Excellence Congratulations on completing your studies! This incredible milestone deserves to be celebrated with your family, friends, and fellow graduates. In 2025, the University of Newcastle proudly marks its 60th anniversary.
Campus tour
Ourimbah Tour
Whether you are a prospective student, a parent or carer, or simply curious about the university experience, this tour is an ideal way to get a firsthand look at everything Ourimbah Campus has to offer.
Campus tour
Callaghan Campus Tour
Join a tour and explore the vibrant atmosphere of the University of Newcastle's Callaghan Campus in Australia. This in-person event is a fantastic opportunity to get a firsthand experience of our beautiful campus.
Campus tour
Central Coast Clinical School Campus Tour
Join us for an exciting in-person tour of the Central Coast Clinical School! This event is a fantastic opportunity to explore our state-of-the-art facilities and learn more about the cutting-edge medical education and research happening on campus.
Campus tour
NUSpace Campus Tour
Join us for an exciting in-person tour of NUspace, located at the University of Newcastle in Newcastle, NSW, Australia. Get ready to explore the state-of-the-art facilities and vibrant campus atmosphere.
Campus tour
Q Building Campus Tour
Join us for an exciting tour of the Q Building! Explore the state-of-the-art facilities and immerse yourself in the vibrant campus atmosphere. This in-person event is your chance to discover the cutting-edge technology and innovative spaces that make the Q
June 2026
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Graduation - Ourimbah
Congratulations on completing your studies, it’s a milestone achievement and one you deserve to celebrate. Join us on campus with your family and friends to celebrate your achievements.
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Graduation - Newcastle Callaghan
June Graduation Ceremonies – Congratulations on completing your studies! This incredible milestone deserves to be celebrated with your family, friends, and fellow graduates.
December 2026
Event
Graduation - Newcastle Callaghan
December Graduation Ceremonies – Congratulations on completing your studies! This incredible milestone deserves to be celebrated with your family, friends, and fellow graduates.
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The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Biripai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.