4 Jun 2026 University of Melbourne releases 2025 Sustainability Report The University of Melbourne has made significant progress towards its sustainability goals for operations, teaching and research at the mid-point of its Sustainability Plan 2030, with 72% of targets “met” or “partially met”.
28 May 2026 Chemistry project recognised for embedding sustainability into science education More than 3,000 first-year chemistry students at the University of Melbourne are now learning sustainability principles alongside foundational scientific concepts, thanks to an innovative rejuvenation project transforming one of the University’s largest teaching laboratories.
27 May 2026 National Walk for Truth reaches Parliament House The National Walk for Truth finished today on the steps of Parliament House on Ngambri and Ngunnawal Country, marking the completion of an almost 900 kilometre journey from Naarm (Melbourne) to Canberra.
22 May 2026 University of Melbourne welcomes new medical research strategy and boost to funding The University of Melbourne has welcomed the release of the Australian Government’s National Health and Medical Research Strategy and increased investment in medical research.
22 May 2026 New radiochemical lab to support next-gen cancer treatment The University of Melbourne and radiopharmaceutical manufacturer Cyclotek today opened the Laboratory for Advanced Radiochemical Science (LARS), a new facility designed to accelerate the development of next-generation cancer diagnostics and therapies.
20 May 2026 Media Statement: Inquiry into Enhancing University Governance University of Melbourne Interim Vice-Chancellor Professor Glyn Davis AC and University Secretary, Dr Nancy Huggett appeared at the Legislative Assembly Economy and Infrastructure Committee’s inquiry into enhancing Victorian university governance on Friday 15 May.
20 May 2026 Students from Melbourne's west to be part of next generation of GPs Applications are open for a new streamlined pathway for Victoria University (VU) graduates to study medicine at the University of Melbourne.
16 May 2026 New program fosters intergenerational friendships A new student-led program at the University of Melbourne is helping foster friendships and cultural connections between international students and older Melburnians.
14 May 2026 Melbourne’s outer suburbs face stark healthcare access gap without a car, new study finds Melburnians who rely on public transport face poorer and unequal access to hospital care than those who travel by car, according to new research from the University of Melbourne.
13 May 2026 New partnership empowering Delhi’s youth for a brighter future Partnerships between Australian universities and not-for-profit organisation Asha, are delivering lasting opportunities for students in Delhi, allowing them to access higher education and pathways to leadership.