CALLAGHAN, Australia, March 9 -- The University of Newcastle posted the following news: * * * Globally recognised academic named 2026 Lake Mac Ambassador * A University of Newcastle academic has been honoured with Lake Macquarie's top annual civic award for her tireless work as a global leader in community violence prevention. Professor Tamara Blakemore was named as the city's new Ambassador at Friday evening's 2026 Lake Mac Awards, which recognise quiet achievers and local legends who emb  more