June Event

It now takes over 10 years to save a deposit for a house compared to 5 years, thirty years ago. Why?

One of the biggest lenders for young people today is the bank of mum and dad. Why?

What are the structural impediments in the Australian tax and policy systems that contribute to generational inequity?

At the  Newcastle Institute event on June 11th, 2025, Evan Lucas, economic futurist will be discussing intergenerational inequity and the need for tax and policy reform to address the social and economic impacts.

Please note the changed venue information.

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2025 Program

Meetings are held on the second Wednesday of every month from March to November, covering a range of topics.

Past Events

Dr Karl: Scientific reasons to be optimistic for 2021

WHEN: Wednesday 11 November 2020, 7pm – 8pm
WHERE: Online via Facebook and Zoom

America at the Crossroads?

WHEN: Wednesday 14 October 2020, 7pm – 8pm
WHERE: Online via Facebook and Zoom

The value of the arts –now more than ever

WHEN: Wednesday 9th September 2020, 7pm - 8pm
WHERE: Online via Facebook and Zoom

Contact us

Please get in touch with the Newcastle Institute if you’re interested in our upcoming events, or membership.