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Contact the Macquarie University Communications Team
Phone: +61 2 9850 6766
Email: communications@mq.edu.au

What do ice hockey and motor neurone disease have in common?
An operating theatre nurse at Macquarie University Hospital and manager of the Sydney Ice Dogs hockey team, this year's charity round supporting the Motor Neuron Disease Research Centre was deeply personal for Kylie Boyd.
Statement in response to claims made by Senator David Shoebridge
Macquarie University is aware of comments made by Senator David Shoebridge on social media regarding the recent redundancy of Associate Professor Jumana Bayeh.
Pioneering mathematician Nalini Joshi awarded 2026 Moyal Medal
Macquarie University has awarded the 2026 Moyal Medal to University of Sydney Professor Nalini Joshi AO FAA FRSN in recognition of her outstanding contributions to mathematics.
Thirty-three years later, a doctor’s compassion still matters
'What a brave decision to make' is how Meryn Bulley remembers her mother Shirley’s choice to stop dialysis in June 1993.
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.