UON - Barahineban, Newcastle

Student Living is the University of Newcastle's on campus accommodation at Callaghan and Ourimbah campuses.

Awarded the Asia-Pacific Student Accommodation Association award for Housing Operator of the Year in 2017 and Excellence in Student Experience in 2016, Student Living provides an unparalleled accommodation experience for University students.

Whether you’re from across Australia or around the globe, this is the place where you’ll form lifelong friendships, create the stories you’ll tell for years to come and harness your potential in a supportive and diverse community.

Barahineban (or Bara to our residents) is the smallest residence at the Callaghan campus and provides studio accommodation for those seeking to be more independent.

Built around a central courtyard, this unique accommodation offers 96 self-contained, self-catered studio style apartments available in differing bed configurations (single, twin for friends or double for couples). Residents can also choose from 4 different living environments to make their on-campus experience as comfortable and enjoyable as possible.

Social spaces for Barahineban residents include two barbecue areas and a recreation room featuring a wide screen plasma television, pay TV, DVD and pool table.

Living in Bara offers privacy and an independent lifestyle, and is perfect for students looking for a balanced academic and social living environment. Mobility access is available.