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Email: communications@mq.edu.au
Macquarie soars to new heights in prestigious QS World University Rankings
Macquarie University has reached a new milestone in the latest QS World University Rankings, rising 12 places to secure its highest-ever position of 126th globally.
Pride on and off the court: Macquarie Sport leads the way
Macquarie Sport has scored a hat trick for inclusive sport, earning Platinum Tier recognition at the 2026 Australian Pride in Sport Awards for the third consecutive year.
Macquarie research tackles minerals, cane toads, fisheries and more in ARC boost
Macquarie University researchers have secured more than $3.1 million in ARC Linkage Projects funding to work with industry, government and community partners on groundbreaking studies.
Following the footsteps: Regina Rogers’ journey from Wuyagiba to graduation
Warndarrang woman Regina Rogers' speaks about her journey through Ngukurr’s Wuyagiba Bush Uni and graduation from Macquarie University.
Macquarie University hosts landmark RNA research and manufacturing facility
Macquarie University has officially opened a $96 million RNA Research and Manufacturing Facility.
Macquarie’s world-leading earth scientist wins top honour
Professor Neil Saintilan has been recognised by the Australian Academy of Science for his world-leading contributions to earth science, winning the 2026 Mawson Medal.
Macquarie’s bold vision for science and engineering gets major boost
Professor Samuel Muller to lead the Faculty of Science and Engineering as Executive Dean.
Home-based program slashes post-stroke falls rate by 33%
Australian researchers report world-first evidence that a tailored home program can substantially reduce a dangerous complication after stroke.
Motor neurone disease deaths have trebled in Australia since the 1980s: Landmark study
Macquarie University-led research raises important questions about regional differences in incidence and potential environmental risk factors.
Macquarie surges in global rankings with record number of top subjects
A record number of Macquarie disciplines have been recognised among the world's best in the latest QS World University Rankings by Subject.
Macquarie teaching excellence recognised on national stage
Macquarie University academics with expertise across law, economics, business and commerce have been honoured for their transformative teaching efforts at the 2025 Australian Awards for University Teaching.
Landmark engineering and astronomy hub to power global impact
Macquarie University’s new marvel, the Engineering Innovation Building, opens its doors with its sights set on a path for world-class teaching, research and innovation to solve real-world challenges.