Tag: rewind

Proudly presented by McDonald Jones In the early years of the University, graduation ceremonies took place off campus at Newcastle City Hall.. But by the late 60’s a grand new plan was underway.. to build The Great Hall Dignitaries unveiled the foundation stone in 1971, and Construction began.. The design was unique…an architectural building of […]

Proudly presented by Port Waratah Coal Services A steam train rolls into Taree Station and the festivities begin.. Manning Valley residents were celebrating 50 years of Rail..in 1963 NBN News was often in the community, capturing such historic occasions.

Proudly presented by McDonald Jones The 1960s was a decade of cultural transformation.. a celebration of individuality and creativity.. In the ever changing world of Fashion.. NBN News was there!

Proudly presented by Port Waratah Coal Services Our region has always been liberally laced with fishermen both amateur and professional.. The wonderful northern NSW coast affords ample opportunity for locals to come to grips with the denizens of the deep.. A trip to Seal Rocks in 1970, saw the launching of the lobster fleet… dried […]

Proudly presented by McDonald Jones It was 1967, and NBN cameras were on the scene.. an extensive operation was underway, to train and educate Civil Defence Volunteers. The organisation which later became the SES was established the 1930’s.. to provide assistance andsupport in times of need. Volunteers came from the local community, and they played […]

Proudly presented by Port Waratah Coal Services 50 years ago road users saw the introduction of the metric system of measurement, July 1 was known as M-Day.

Proudly presented by McDonald Jones When viewers tuned into our News in 1964, NBN Channel 3 was barely 2 years old, but already locals were seeing the value of this exciting new technology. To meet the demand, stringers were employed in regional areas to capture footage of their own local community. Not just News of […]