Local Lens

On this episode of Local Lens, we explore the impact news anchors can make within their communities, both on and off-screen.  Longtime NBN News presenter Natasha Beyersdorf discusses her involvement in charitable initiatives, particularly her support for the Mark Hughes Foundation, a local organisation raising funds for brain cancer research.  Produced by Mai Tessede. Interviewees:...

On this episode of Local Lens, we explore the rise of women in sport — both on the field and behind the scenes.  NBN Sports Reporter Sophie Scanlon shares her experiences and players and local experts offer a broader look at how women are shaping the future of sport in Australia.  Producers: Isabella Mulligan and Niamh Marsh Interviewees: Sophie Scanlon, Kirsten Ansell (Girls Day O...

On this episode of Local Lens, we get a rare insight into court reporting, with NBN Chief Court Reporter, Tyson Cottrill. Tyson talks through his extensive experience of being 'the eyes and ears of justice,' with coverage of high profile cases in the Hunter, including former NRL player Jarryd Hayne, Hunter Bus Driver, Brett Button and missing teenager, Zac Barnes. Produced by Charlotte Wintle and...

Like sand falling through an hourglass, time is running out for our beaches.  This episode of 'Local Lens' explores the issue of coastal erosion, with a particular focus on Stockton Beach, in an attempt to shed light on why our beaches are disappearing and what we need to do to stem the tide. In 'Disappearing Sands' we speak to NBN News Reporter and Weather Presenter Lauren Kempe, who's closely fo...

What happened to Lake Macquarie teenagers Amanda Robinson, Robyn Hickie and Gordana Kotevski? Amanda and Robyn disappeared in 1979. Gordana, in 1994. Police have long suspected they were murdered. In 2019, detectives launched Strike Force Arapaima to investigate their disappearances. In this episode of 'Local Lens,' NBN News Presenter Jane Goldsmith takes us through her close coverage of the story...