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It’s game on for the Aussie summer of tennis in 2026 when Nine provides the most comprehensive coverage of the Australian Open available anywhere, when the first Grand Slam of the year begins on Sunday, January 18. Nine will hit different when over 500 hours of live and exclusive coverage with every single match from […]

Australia’s No. 1 entertainment program and most talked about social experiment, Married at First Sight, returns Monday, February 2 at 7.30pm on Channel 9 and 9Now for its keenly awaited 13th season in 2026.  The new season of the ratings powerhouse that delivers unparalleled drama, heartwarming connections and unforgettable moments, is poised to bring another rollercoaster […]

1975 was a landmark year for NBN. We said goodbye to black and white film, and stepped into the wonderful world of colour The festive Season was special..children donated presents to the Salvos, as school wrapped up for the year Santa was busy catching up with locals.. he traded in his Sleigh for an Airforce Chopper […]

Proudly presented by McDonald Jones In our early years, the motoring enthusiasts in our crew loved getting amongst the action… capturing racing legends Jack Brabham and Jackie Stewart Jim Sullivan, a keen racer and rally driver, soon joined NBN News becoming our authority on the latest vehicles and, crucially, motor safety. He produced NBN’s community […]

It was December 7, 1975, when NBN’s new colour cameras hit the sand at Merewether for the launch of Newcastle’s first surf lifesaving helicopter Dignitaries, including Lord Mayor Joy Cummings, were on hand for the celebrations, while NBN’s Ray Dinneen interviewed pilot John Dorney As fate would have it, the crew were tested minutes later, with an […]

Proudly presented by McDonald Jones As we rediscover scenes from the early years of NBN News, one thing is for sure: our Journalists and Cameramen were dedicated to telling the true story of local life They mastered the art of capturing the magic, recording vibrant scenes of the community to be broadcast to living rooms […]

For generations, local sport has been the backbone of the community From our early years, NBN News was there capturing the passion and pride… From the turf battles of Hockey in Murrurundi to the pinpoint accuracy of the Newcastle City Archers, we followed the action from every angle We tracked the emerging skills of Junior […]

Proudly presented by McDonald Jones During the early years of NBN News, our cameras were often part of the adventure, capturing the spirit of our local Cubs and Scouts From the bush to the coast, they were always honing essential skills: making camps, cooking over an open fire, and practicing knot tying techniques In Tuncurry, […]

It was an era of community spirit. Generations of girls across our region grew up learning valuable skills through the Brownies, Girl Guides, and the Girls’ Life Brigade Our film Cameras were often in local towns and suburbs, capturing the parades and ceremonies that built strong friendships and fulfilled lives It was all about connecting, […]

Proudly presented by McDonald Jones The thud of hooves…the roar of the crowd… for generations, the thrill of horse racing has been a cornerstone of local life NBN cameras were always there to capture the spectacle, where the fashion was often as competitive as the field! From polished hats to smart suits, race day at […]