The Latest Breaking News from UNE

1 Million Gather at Avenida Paulista: Brazil's Runoff Just Got a New Storyline

Over a million people packed Avenida Paulista for the Democracy March, reshaping the narrative of Brazil's presidential runoff with 13 days to go.

Latin Times · Oct 12

Maine students and residents planted 12,000 dune-grass stalks after two 2024 storms washed away dunes; in 2026, volunteers returned with 20,000 more to rebuild the beach

After storms washed away dunes along Maine’s coast in 2024, University of New England students and local volunteers returned to Biddeford Pool in 2026 for a second restoration effort. They planted 20,000 dune-grass stalks across 20,000 square feet, while researchers studied how grass spacing, wind and waves affect dune recovery.

The Times of India · Aug 30

‘Lovely shrub’ hiding in plain sight for over 100 years found to be new species

Only 500 plants of the kind have so far been spotted locally

The Independent UK · Jul 13

Endangered turtles set for release after months of careful incubation

A bale of baby Bell's Turtles is about to be released into the wild.

Newcastle Herald · Mar 20, 2023

1,500 Bell's turtle hatchlings to be released in Northern Tablelands rivers as part of UNE breeding program

A University of New England research program will also his investigate the effect flooding has on hatching success for the reptiles.

ABC News · Mar 17, 2023

Research into moth-eating bats could drive natural pest control on Australian vineyards

Researchers say moth-eating bats may be the key to dramatically reducing the use of pesticides in wineries, potentially saving the industry $50 million a year.

ABC News · Mar 14, 2023

Former University of New England vice-chancellor pleads not guilty to assault charge

Brigid Heywood pleads not guilty to charges of assault and offensive behaviour

The Guardian - AU · Sep 26, 2022

University of New England staff report depression, anxiety and burnout in 'shocking' survey

The National Tertiary Education Union says many staff at the University of New England have severe mental health issues from the stress of their workload and an "unaccountable" management.

ABC News · Aug 19, 2022

University of New England vice-chancellor resigns after assault charge

Brigid Heywood has stood down but denies wiping saliva on a schoolgirl’s face and commenting on her skin colour

The Guardian - AU · Aug 5, 2022

Armidale researchers hope genetic selection will be key to raising steaks with lower emissions

A $19 million collaboration between researchers and the beef and lamb industry could help the sector reach its zero carbon emissions goal.

ABC News · Apr 20, 2022