A university researcher says an inaccurate census count doesn’t just cost councils funding, it could distort the independent research regional Australia relies on to understand itself.
University of Newcastle
Posted inHealth, Science and Research
National trial to transform asthma management
One in nine Australians live with asthma, and nearly half aren’t managing it well. A new national trial wants to know if a digital care model can change that.
Posted inEducation, Health
Local students in line for paid prac boost
Ten more health courses just got paid prac, good news for UNE and University of Newcastle students on placement across New England. But is $338.60 a week enough
Posted inExpos, conferences and meetings, Mental Health, Tamworth
Rural mental health forum to discuss challenges and realities
Mental health professionals from across the Hunter New England will gather in Tamworth this month for a major rural mental health forum.
Posted inGrants and funding, Health
Newcastle research program to improve local cancer outcomes
A Newcastle-based researcher has been awarded funding to enhance outcomes for regional and rural cancer patients as part of a $10 million funding boost to cancer research in New South Wales.
Posted inEducation, Tamworth
Free uni prep info session for 2026 students
Local Year 12 graduates considering university in 2026 are invited to attend a free information session to learn how to ‘do uni’.
Posted inTamworth, What's on
Biggest ever graduation starts ‘positive change’ journey for Tamworth woman
New England locals were part of the largest graduation ever at the University of Newcastle last week, including Tamworth’s Bree Elliot.
Posted inEducation, What's on
Bumper graduation season starts tomorrow
This December is shaping up to be a bumper graduation season, with our two major institutions preparing to celebrate their students’ achievements this week and next.
Posted inAwards, Education, Tamworth
Peel Clinical School student wins employability award
The University of Newcastle has celebrated achievements of seven students during their Career-ready Placements at the annual Employability Excellence Awards, including a future doctor who trained in Tamworth.
Posted inEducation, Tamworth
Tamworth kids to get a taste at Newcastle uni open day on Saturday
If you missed the University of New England’s Open Day in May, this Saturday’s event at the University of Newcastle is a great opportunity to see and experience university and get advice on your next big step.