HOME STILL THE CENTRE OF JEN HAWKIN’S UNIVERSE
July 30, 2010
Former Miss Universe Jennifer Hawkins continues to build a career in business.
Already boasting a swim wear range, she’s about to launch a shoe label, and has plans to move towards interior design and property development with partner Jake.
It’s enough to keep any 26-year-old busy, but she loves coming home to Newcastle and that’s where our own Jim Callinan caught up with Jen.
SPECIAL REPORT: HEALING THE MIND AND BODY
May 31, 2010
It’s medical research week and NBN News has profiled some of the work being done in the Hunter region, towards a healthier future.
In this fast-paced world it can be hard for any of us to lead a healthy lifestyle, but it’s a particular challenge for people with serious mental illnesses.
Alarmingly, up to 95 per cent of people with schizophrenia smoke and many face a high risk of heart disease.
In this special report, we look at a breakthrough programme that’s helping heal mind and body.
(For more information contact the healthy lifestyles team on (02) 4033 5717)
CENTENARY CELEBRATIONS FOR BANGALOW BOWLS
February 20, 2010
Bangalow Bowling Club celebrated its centenary today.
There was a big turnout for what proved to be a great excuse for beers, bowls and long lost buddies.
ASTRONAUT LANDS ON CENTRAL COAST
December 9, 2009
An astronaut made a small step at a school on the Central Coast.
But, it was a giant leap for the imaginations of the young students.
COASTGUARD LEGEND TURNS OFF THE MIC
November 12, 2009
It was the end of an era at Evans Head this morning, with coastguard Doug Dufty retiring from the airwaves.
The 82 year old volunteer has decided it’s time to sleep in, but says he will miss the sunrises.
THE INNOVATORS: PROFESSOR ROBERT CLANCY
October 18, 2009
In the final part of our special series, looking at a group of professors who are leading the world in science, engineering and medicine, we meet Professor Robert Clancy, whose work with bacteria could change the way major illnesses are treated.
THE INNOVATORS: PROFESSOR DARREN SHAFREN
October 15, 2009
NBN News has explored the world of Associate Professor Darren Shafren, who is breaking new ground in cancer treatment, thanks to a very unlikely ally.
It’s part of a special news series on some of Australia’s top innovators.
THE INNOVATORS: PROFESSOR ALAN ROBERTS
October 14, 2009
NBN has gone behind the scenes with a group of leading innovators, who are breaking down barriers in the fields of science, engineering and medicine.
In this special, we explore the world of Emeritus Professor Alan Roberts, who’s work with bulk solids is helping the economic growth of Australia.
THE INNOVATORS: PROFESSOR JOHN FORBES
October 13, 2009
NBN News has filmed a special series on a group of extraordinary professors, who are leading the world in the fields of science, engineering and medicine.
In this feature, we meet Professor John Forbes, whose tireless work in the prevention and treatment of breast cancer is helping more women survive.
THE INNOVATORS: PROFESSOR GRAEME JAMESON
October 12, 2009
Five professors, whose extraordinary and world-changing visions have largely gone unnoticed, have finally received due recognition.
The group has been honoured by Newcastle Innovation, the commercial arm of The University of Newcastle.
NBN News has gone behind the scenes with these men, in the first of a special series, we bring you the story of Professor Graeme Jameson, a man who has single-handedly changed the mining industry.
