About Newnham Apartments
All 180 studio apartments at Newnham Apartments feature a private room and ensuite bathroom, providing you with a cozy, personal space. Set on a spacious 50-hectare campus with stunning views of the Tamar River, you’re just a short drive from Launceston’s city center and within walking distance of a supermarket.
Living at Newnham Apartments means you’re close to key campus facilities like the Uni Bar, the Australian Maritime College (AMC), the library, and the Unigym. This makes it easy to balance academic and social activities.
Our apartments come with great amenities like community kitchens, common rooms, on-site laundry, and bike storage. With 24-hour security and wheelchair-accessible design, you’ll feel safe and included.
Location
Newnham Apartments at a glance
| Location | 1 Maritime Way, Newnham TAS 7248 |
|---|---|
| Lease term | Minimum 42 weeks (up to 52 weeks) |
| Rent | $250 per week |
| Bond | $500 |
| Availability | Available to domestic and international students |
| Total rooms | 180 |
| Located on-campus | Yes |
| 24-hour security onsite | Yes |
| Security card access only | Yes (all buildings) |
| Wheelchair accessible | Yes (rooms and on-site amenities) |
| Single-sex accommodation | Single-sex corridors are not available at this accommodation |
Room amenities
| Room style | Studio |
|---|---|
| Utilities | Electricity, heating, water and maintenance included |
| Kitchen | Studio kitchen with stovetop, microwave and fridge with freezer compartment |
| Bathroom | Private bathroom |
| Bedding | Queen size bed with mattress and mattress protector included |
| Furniture | Fully furnished with desk, chair, wardrobe, mirror and drawers included |
| Internet | Wi-Fi available via Eduroam (free for educational use) and ConnectMy (additional charges for personal use) |
Onsite amenities
- Community kitchen
- Low cost café and dining options
- Common rooms
- Laundry (including washing machines and dryers)
- Car parking (additional fees apply)
- Bike storage
- Community events
- Support and wellbeing
You will need to provide:
- Linen, bedding and towels
- Cooking and eating utensils (including pots, pans, crockery and cutlery)
- Groceries (including toilet paper, laundry powder and personal hygiene items)
- Cleaning products
- Vacuum cleaners