NUSPORT IS NOT JUST A GYM - IT IS ACTIVELY PART OF THE COMMUNITY
ACCESSIBILITY
NUsport is committed to supporting members and the community from all walks of life with ability and determination by providing facilities that promotes and advocates for positive physical and mental health.
Accessibility and equity are strategic priorities of NUsport, underpinned by the University of Newcastle ’s leadership in inclusion.
Everything we do involves wide consultation with our accessible community; review and improvement of current policies, practices, systems and infrastructure; and building confidence and capacity for staff to deliver programs inclusively.
The newly refurbished aquatic facility at NUsport has been modified to accommodate all abilities enabling us to be the premier destination for accessibility in our community.
This includes the existing structure to have a disabled ramp and accessible changerooms and installation of a new elevator with improved accessibility.
LEUKAEMIA FOUNDATION
In honour of our staff member Matt Storey who passed away in October 2017 after a long battle with both Hodgkin Lymphoma and graft-versus-host-disease, we proudly support the Leukaemia Foundation.
We are currently fundraising with the Entertainment Membership.
VARIETY SPIN 4 KIDS
Spin 4 Kids is Back in 2026 – Get Ready to Ride!
Mark your calendars and dust off your lycra because the annual Variety Spin 4 Kids Newcastle is back. Bigger, better and more exhilarating than ever!
When: Friday, 27 March 2026
Where: Harbour Square, Honeysuckle
Time: 10:00am – 3:00pm (spin bike challenge + presentation afterparty)
Join Team NUsport for an action packed day of high energy fun, all in support of children who are sick, experiencing disadvantage, or living with disability.
Join our competitive team if you're up for the challenge, make yourself available for the full day and help keep our competitive team powering through. Join our just‑for‑fun team if you prefer something more relaxed? Jump in for a short stint and ride for as little or as long as you like. Every bit counts!
Ready to ride, have fun, and support an incredible cause? Join us for an unforgettable day!
Register your interest to participate HERE! Register - 2026 Variety Spin 4 Kids Newcastle | Variety NSW/ACT
LAPS FOR LIFE
Laps for Life is an annual swimming initiative dedicated to raising awareness and funds for youth mental health.
In honour of our beloved team member, Jade Hughes, Team NUsport is proud to participate in this meaningful cause. Every day, another young Australian loses their life to suicide—but together, we can make a difference. By taking part, we support ReachOut, a vital service providing essential mental health resources for young people in need.
GIVING BACK
NUsport is proud to play an active role in helping to raise awareness and funds that support local charities, schools, sporting and surf clubs in the Newcastle area.
Each year NUsport provides use of its facilities as well as donates prizes to assist community-based organisations in their fundraising endeavours.
This support is valued at more than $50,000 each year - a contribution that we are proud of. If you would like to be considered for a donation or in-kind support, please email asknusport@newcastle.edu.au.
We acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal and Worimi Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.