Despite the chaos, police officer Brian Campbell and nurse Theresa Brown came forward to help without hesitation. They share their chilling first-hand accounts from that day and in doing so, shed lighter on something much greater.

PRODUCER: Jessica Steens

INTERVIEWEES: Brian Campbell and Theresa Brown

MUSIC:

Trtasfiq. Sad piano instrumental background music https://pixabay.com/music/modern-classical-sad-piano-instrumental-background-music-279069/ AI Generated Content, Free for use under Copyright License.

SOUNDS:

Gorogoro_io (2022). Australian crickets and bird sounds. Freesound. https://freesound.org/people/gorogoro_io/sounds/627633/ Licensed under [CC BY 4.0 International Deed].

cvp1965. (2015). Old phone ringing. Freesound. https://freesound.org/people/cvp1965/sounds/275053/Licensed under [CC0 1.0 Universal Deed].

zimbot. (2015). DeepNoiseLoop.wav . Freesound. https://freesound.org/people/zimbot/sounds/331045/Licensed under [CC BY 4.0 International Deed].

uagadugu. (2014. Cracking Earthquake 9cracking soil, cracking stone) Freesound. https://freesound.org/people/uagadugu/sounds/222521/Licensed under [CC0 1.0 Universal Deed].

DeqstersLab. (2024). Wiping sweat off forehead with forearm. https://freesound.org/people/DeqstersLab/sounds/745132/ Licensed under [CC0 1.0 Universal Deed].

TheDweebMan. (2015). Eeerie Tone Music Background Loop. https://freesound.org/people/TheDweebMan/sounds/277192/ Licensed under [CC BY 4.0 International Deed].

Kwahmah_02. (2015). Camera Mix.flac. https://freesound.org/people/kwahmah_02/sounds/261573/ Licensed under CC BY 3.0 Unported Deed.

Qubodup. (2013). Office Ambience https://freesound.org/people/qubodup/sounds/199896/ Licensed under [CC BY 4.0 International Deed].

Francois (2018). Changing Piles 02.wav. Freesound. https://freesound.org/people/TheKnave/sounds/435660/Licensed under Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International (CC BY-NC 4.0).

Archival news audio courtesy of NBN News.

RESOURCES AND LINKS

• https://www.youtube.com/@UoNCCnewcastle
• https://newcastlemuseum.com.au/exhibitions/past-exhibitions/earthquake-then-and-now
• https://www.phototimetunnel.com/
• https://www.facebook.com/groups/678504692169563

Thumbnail image of Nobby’s Lighthouse, Newcastle by Roanish on Flickr, licence CC by 2.0. https://www.flickr.com/photos/49236322@N06/4605602729

Producer and narrator: Mai Tessede

Interviewee: Justin Collins

Music:

Crisis - Original music by Mathew Zhang

Trap Part 2 Bass by Boogieman0307 on looperman.com – License: commercial and non-commercial use on a royalty-free basis

Ongoing investigation - Orchestra music by Darkash28 | License: Creative Commons 0

Sound FX:

Storm wind.wav by juskiddink | License: Attribution 4.0 | This clip is an excerpt of the original.

foghorn far 010 210303_0264.wav by klankbeeld | License: Attribution 4.0 | This clip is an excerpt of the original.

Rain & Thunder 10th April 2023.mp3 by carthny | License: Creative Commons 0

S15-04 “Chinese” crowd reacts to violence.wav by craigsmith | License: Creative Commons 0

Storm at Sea by Codeine | License: Creative Commons 0

Wind-sea 04-091007.wav by ra_gun | License: Creative Commons 0

Archival audio:

PASHA BULKER on Nobbys Beach 2GB June 2007 Jason Morrison audio by Jason Morrison on Soundcloud in 2017

2007 Newcastle Storm & Floods - the 'Pasha Bulker' storm. ABC Newcastle DVD narrated and uploaded by Carol Duncan on YouTube on 8 June 2021

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Madeline Clifton investigates the sustainability-driven initiatives of Lake Macquarie Council and the broader aim - developing a circular economy.

Producer and narrator:

Madeline Clifton

Interviewees:

Tim Browne, CEO of Dantia

Karen Crowe, sustainability engagement officer, Lake Macquarie Council.

Original music composed by Wesley Bowd

For more information about Lake Macquarie Council’s FOGO bins: https://www.lakemac.com.au/For-residents/Waste-and-recycling/Green-bin

More information about Dantia and the Circular Economy Living Lab: https://www.circulareconomylivinglab.com.au/

More information about the e-bike trial: https://www.ridebeam.com/newsroom/beam-commences-operations-in-lake-macquarie

Madeline Clifton is studying a Bachelor of Media and Communications at the University of Newcastle. She is working as a studio manager at Newy Studio. She is a creative individual with a passion for storytelling. You can contact Madeline via her email Madelinemedia04ATgmailDOTcom 

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Producer and narrator: Jerry Cheng

Interviewee: Richard Ledger, Director Newcastle Surf Life Saving Club

Music & SFX:

Original music composed by Wesley Bowd

Beach waves --https://freesound.org/people/DylanTheFish/sounds/463250/ -- License: Attribution Non-Commercial - sourced on freesound.org

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Producer and narrator: Oli Goeldner

Interviewe: Laura

Music & SFX:

Classical Music Collection - Vol. 3 - Bach, Scarlatti, Chopin - Arranged for Strings by GregorQuendel -- https://freesound.org/s/736232/ -- License: Attribution NonCommercial 4.0

Sad piano music by ZHRØ -- https://freesound.org/s/688767/ -- License: Attribution 4.0

Crowd Cheering - Soft Cheering 1.wav by GregorQuendel -- https://freesound.org/s/481779/ -- License: Attribution 4.0

Large crowd outdoor screaming and yelling during a meeting in the street of Mexico City by felix.blume -- https://freesound.org/s/214147/ -- License: Creative Commons 0

photo press Conference.WAV by klankbeeld -- https://freesound.org/s/179209 -- License: Attribution 4.0

VOC_220703-2034_FR_AsianScream.wav by kevp888 -- https://freesound.org/s/641393/ -- License: Attribution 4.0

Ihailijat, fanit kiljuvat, tytöt / Teenagers, young girls, fans, scream at the concert for their idol, edited by YleArkisto -- https://freesound.org/s/322056/ -- License: Attribution 4.0

Cheap Electric Typewriter Chatter.wav by lonemonk -- https://freesound.org/s/47044/ -- License: Attribution 3.0

Old Style Phone Ringing -- Rings Three Times.WAV by Ndheger -- https://freesound.org/s/118107/ -- License: Attribution 3.0

Waves crashing on stone jetty..wav by juskiddink -- https://freesound.org/s/78419/ -- License: Attribution 4.0

Heart Beat.wav by ChamoneSteyn -- https://freesound.org/s/542218/ -- License: Attribution 4.0

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This is a story of resilience, redefinition, and gratitude. Grace’s journey reminds us that strength can be found anywhere.

Producer and narrator: Sarah MacPherson

Interviewee: Grace Johnson

Music:

Original music composed by Wesley Bowd

Hold Christman by Ben Reneer:

https://artlist.io/royalty-free-music/song/hold-christmas-feat-jake-hansen-emma-reneer/ 130568

Sarah is a student at the University of Newcastle, studying a Bachelor of Media and Communications with a major in Media Production. She works as a videographer and editor with Newy Digital and as a freelance creative. Sarah is passionate about visual storytelling and creating visually compelling work. She can be contacted at sarahATnewydigitalDOTcom or via Instagram @sarahjo.media

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Producer and narrator: Sloan Sanders

Interviewee: Pauline O’Neill

Music & SFX:

Original music composed by Wesley Bowd and Mathew Zhang

Old horse drawn carriage drives past by Garuda1982 – https://freesound.org/people/Garuda1982/sounds/631829/ – License: Creative Commons 0

phone short buzz by richwise – https://freesound.org/people/richwise/sounds/476836/ – License: Creative Commons 0

Construction 1.wav by sortan – https://freesound.org/people/sortan/sounds/220931/ – License: Creative Commons 0

AMBRest_Turkish Cafe Breakfast Ambience_R Najmeddine_TheFieldRecordist by TheFieldRecordist – https://freesound.org/people/TheFieldRecordist/sounds/789044/ – License: Attribution 4.0

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Producer and narrator: John Thomas

Interviewee: Murray McKean

Music & SFX:

Original music composed by Matthew Zhang

CalmWaves SandBeach 03 EQ 130430_03.wav by klankbeeld --https://freesound.org/s/191296/ -- License: Attribution 4.0

Reverse Cymbal: Reverb + long delay by mycoolclue -- https://freesound.org/s/130387/ --License: Creative Commons 0

Tropical Thunderstorm by Calcuttan -- https://freesound.org/s/180618/ -- License: Attribution 4.0

240420_2736_FR_Church-bells_ringing_in_town_at_midday by kevp888 --https://freesound.org/s/737045/ -- License: Attribution 4.0

ship horn.wav by monotraum -- https://freesound.org/s/208714/ -- License: Creative Commons 0

medium crowd by nooly -- https://freesound.org/s/172941/ -- License: Creative Commons 0

camera_shutter_release_dslr.wav by magedu -- https://freesound.org/s/261098/ -- License: Attribution 4.0

City ambiance recorded in Dekalb Illinois by felix.blume --https://freesound.org/s/667217/ -- License: Creative Commons 0

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Gigi Brennan chats with young female athlete Rose Harvey about her firsthand experiences, and sits down with sports physio Sophie Jones to talk about the lack of resources in the Hunter.

Producer and narrator:

Gigi Brennan

Interviewees:

Rose Harvey & Sophie Jones

Music and sound effects:

Rhythmic Suspense Drums.mp3 by 13NHarri -- https://freesound.org/s/376414/ -- License: Attribution 4.0

Stade Yves du Manoir 2_sport by ElenZack -- https://freesound.org/s/794361/ -- License: Attribution NonCommercial 4.0

Ambient kids playing in sports hall by FreqWincy -- https://freesound.org/s/797721/ -- License: Attribution 4.0

USG Hymnes.wav by .tilde.yann -- https://freesound.org/s/658505/ -- License: Attribution 4.0

Piano loops 053 effect 4 octave long loop 120 bpm by josefpres -- https://freesound.org/s/804517/ -- License: Creative Commons 0

Piano loops 057 effect 4 octave long loop 120 bpm by josefpres -- https://freesound.org/s/806266/ -- License: Creative Commons 0

Soccer Game Start Whistle.wav by NebbiaOne -- https://freesound.org/s/408417/ -- License: Attribution NonCommercial 4.0

For more information about women’s sports in Australia and the Hunter, see

https://www.nrl.com/nrlw/

https://australia.rugby/competitions/comp?id=HZMYbmBrjDerY5d2z

https://www.abc.net.au/listen/programs/sport-hunter/sport-hunter/104949248

https://www.northernnswfootball.com.au/football-community/female-football

https://womens.nplnsw.com.au

Gigi is a graduate of The University of Newcastle with a Bachelor of Media and Communication, majoring in Public Relations and News Media. She is passionate about creative storytelling and values collaboration to create meaningful community engaging works. 

You can email Gigi at gigiDOTbrennanDOTgbATgmailDOTcom or via LinkedIn

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Many people remember the dramatic visuals of the stranded ship, but few know the full story of the extensive and dangerous cleanup efforts that followed.

Clem Doyle, a former member of the Newcastle Civil Defence, reveals how a small group of volunteers worked hard to recover the region from the disaster.

Producer and narrator: 

Ben Clifford

Interviewee: 

Clem Doyle

Music and sound effects

130BPM Fsh min, loop by 121Ayem. Royalty-free licence via Looperman

mmmmm beer, loop by VladEisch. Royalty-free licence via Looperman

bird chirps.2, sound by keweldog. Creative Commons Zero (CC0) license

“Epic storm. Thunder, rain,wind,waves. (no loops)”, sound by Placidplace. Pixabay Content License Royalty Free.  

Archival audio from NBN Television courtesy of NBN News.

Ben Clifford is a recent journalism graduate from the University of Newcastle with a strong passion for multi-platform storytelling. He has experience producing digital, audio, written and broadcast content, crafting stories that engage, inform and spark meaningful conversations.

You can contact Ben via email at bencliffordATgmailDOTcom or connect with him via Linkedin. 

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Victor’s daughter Bernadette takes us back to the heyday of the 1960s when Vic began racing and winning with Skellatar.

Producer and narrator:

Katie Jayne

Interviewee:

Bernadette Oakes

Sounds:

Pathfinder by Alexander Nakarada (www.creatorchords.com) -- licensed under Creative Commons BY Attribution 4.0 License https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T6gWLf5MxKM Song of the Wanderers by Savfk (https://soundcloud.com/savfk) -- licensed under a Creative Commons license.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MhuQKWoXo4o Archival recording of race commentary provided by Bernadette Oakes.

Katie Jayne wears two hats: One as a local country music artist and the other as a radio broadcaster in the Upper Hunter. Working at Muswellbrook’s Power FM as their Workdays announcer during the week, Katie and her band hit the road each weekend playing shows around NSW and QLD. To find out more about Katie visit www.katiejayne.com.au or www.981powerfm.com.au 

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Dean Selem, bassist and manager of Newcastle band Moodwatch talks about the highs and lows of being a professional musician.

Producer and narrator:

Holly Fishlock

Interviewee:

Dean Selem

Music courtesy of Moodwatch recorded by Holly Fishlock, 8 May 2024 (audio only)

If you enjoy this episode, be sure to check out Moodwatch on Instagram and YouTube.

Holly graduated in 2024 with a Bachelor of Communication with Distinction from the University of Newcastle, majoring in News Media and Media Arts Production. She is now completing a cadetship with News Corp Australia, rotating through Courier Mail and Townsville Bulletin newspapers. Contact her via  hollyDOTfishlockATnewsDOTcomDOTau

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Madeleine Mitchell from Boudicca talks about the Newcastle hardcore scene, and the challenges of creating music for such a specific demographic.

Spencer Scott discusses working in the local entertainment business and the enduring legacy of hardcore within Newcastle.

Producer and narrator:

Thomas Mitchell

Interviewees:

Madeleine Mitchell

Spencer Scott

Music:

Mairéad by Boudicca. Recorded Live at the Hamilton Station Hotel https://boudicca.bandcamp.com/

Motel Art by Daisy Chain. Recorded Live at the Hamilton Station Hotel. https://daisychainnc.bandcamp.com/

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Join Blake Quinn and John Ross, a volunteer at Fort Scratchley, as they delve into the fierce Japanese attack on Newcastle in 1942 during the Second World War.

Discover how outdated intelligence and an a nearby coal-powered ship played crucial roles in this historic event.

Producer and narrator:

Blake Quinn

Interviewee:

John Ross

Sounds

‘Mellotron WW2 Siren.aif’ by Analogist, Freesound, Creative Commons License, https://freesound.org/people/Analogist/sounds/449907/

‘Lo-Fi Beat Atmo Music Piano Drums Dub Experimental Cinematic Ambience Surround.wav’ by Szegvari, Freesound, Creative Commons License, https://freesound.org/people/szegvari/sounds/611186/

‘Ominous b.wav’ by ERH, Freesound, Creative Commons License, https://freesound.org/people/ERH/sounds/36320/

‘w4.5 b2 3 submarine.wav’ by ERH, Freesound, Creative Commons License, https://freesound.org/people/ERH/sounds/44009/

‘Artillery Barage’ by Mozfoo, Freesound, Creative Commons License, https://freesound.org/people/Mozfoo/sounds/486086/

Salute Cannons.MP3, Freesound, Creative Commons License, https://freesound.org/people/nofeedbak/sounds/95129/

‘Boat ride’ by giddster, Freesound, Creative Commons License, https://freesound.org/people/giddster/sounds/394932/

‘BoatHornSam1.wav’, by nathanprtII, Freesound, Creative Commons License, https://freesound.org/people/nathanprtII/sounds/38239/

Blake Quinn is studying a Bachelor of Media and Communication with a focus on journalism and documentary filmmaking. He is passionate about uncovering unique historical and political stories. He can be contacted via email at blake DOT quinn124 AT outlook DOT com

To learn more about this historic event at Fort Scratchley, visit https://www.battleforaustralia.asn.au/Fort_Scratchley.php

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Was it a coincidence that they both ended up in the waste industry? And what about Sarah’s young daughter Florence? Will she follow in her mother and grandfather’s footsteps?

Producer and narrator:

Isabella Bergamo

Interviewees:

Sarah Bergamo

John Roddenby

Music:

“Mornings” by Swoop via Uppbeat – https://uppbeat.io/track/swoop/mornings – License code: GKFTTFMVY1YGZQTM

“Algorithm” by Sky Gienger via Uppbeat – https://uppbeat.io/track/sky-gienger/algorithm – License code: DW1HLFNC86RQVX5U

“No Gravity” by Nick Petrov via Uppbeat –  https://uppbeat.io/track/nick-petrov/no-gravity – License code: 7XULCU9Q0QUL3HXQ

Isabella is a graduate of the University of Newcastle with a Bachelor of Arts, majoring in English and Writing. She is passionate about literature and bringing stories to people, whatever form that may take. She can be contacted via email isabellajaegerbergamoAToutlookDOTcom or on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/isabella-bergamo-5b6983303/

Harry Matthews, player manager of the Lambton Jaffas community all age team, speaks with Emily Doyle about the community building sport of soccer. It’s a great opportunity for adults to get together and feel like kids.

Producer and narrator:

Emily Doyle

Interviewee:

Harry Matthews

Music:

Happy sandbox by Unlistenable -- https://freesound.org/s/416778/ -- License: Attribution Non-Commercial 4.0  - sourced on Freesound.org

Emily Doyle is a freelance content creator and production designer who graduated the University of Newcastle with a Bachelor of Media and Communication in December 2024. Contact through her website at https://emilym8880.wixsite.com/doyle-media

Follow Lambton Jaffas on Instagram @lambtonjaffasaa2

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Peter Hyslop chats with NSW Police Minister Yasmin Catley and former Central Coast Councillor Jillian Hogan about how Crangan Bay’s giant prawn has been made the ‘raw prawn’ by vandals, an angle grinder, and local politics.

Producer and narrator:

Peter Hyslop

Interviewees:

Yasmin Catley

Jillian Hogan

Music and sound effects:

“Thinking Music” and “Equatorial Complex” by Kevin MacLeod -- https://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/music.html

Archival audio of 1990 TV news courtesy of NBN News

Sound effects recorded by the producer

Peter is a journalist at 2NURFM and his role involves news reading, producing stories and mentoring students in the craft of radio journalism. He graduated the University of Newcastle in 2024 with a Bachelor of Communication, and enjoys covering local debates and human interest stories. Contact at peter DOT hyslop AT newcastle DOT edu DOT au 

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Producer and narrator:

William McGuinness

Interviewee:

Bill McGuinness

Music composed by William McGuinness exclusively for this episode.

William McGuinness is a filmmaker and musician and a founder of filmmaking collective Nanobot Studios. He can be contacted via Instagram: wmcguinness8 and LinkedIn

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Ann Hardy and Gionni Di Gravio from the University of Newcastle talk to Indiana Hardwick about the people that saved the headland.

Was it the mysterious Mr. Thorn of Prince Alfred notoriety who secretly saved the day?

Producer:

Indiana Hardwick

Interviewees:

Ann Hardy

Gionni di Gravio

Music:

Mysterious Dramatic Music by tyops -- https://freesound.org/s/616226/  -- License: Attribution 4.0

Curious Ambience.wav by Reg1n0ld -- https://freesound.org/s/503244/  -- License: Creative Commons 0

SFX:

Shoveling coal.wav by jokallset -- https://freesound.org/s/395876/  -- License: Creative Commons 0

ship over river close 751 AM 230415_0580 by klankbeeld -- https://freesound.org/s/731129/-- License: Attribution 4.0

explosion10.wav by V-ktor -- https://freesound.org/s/435415/  -- License: Creative Commons 0

horse with old cart.wav by bruno.auzet -- https://freesound.org/s/538438/ -- License: Creative Commons 0

Indiana Hardwick can be contacted via LinkedIn

Find out more about the history of Newcastle at Living Histories.

Learn about the protest roots of the Hunter in Radical Newcastle

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Jack Gillett-Faulkner speaks to Bernie’s Bar co-owners Grace Tose and Patrick Fisher about the significance of the historic building, and how their connection to its past sparked their mission to revive the venue as a home for Newcastle’s growing LGBTQIA+ community.

Producer and narrator:

Jack Gillett-Faulkner

Intervieweees:

Grace Tose

Patrick Fisher

Music:

“City Walk” by John Patitucci, obtained under the YouTube Audio Library License https://youtu.be/veEKrqZWoL0?si=sfMj0daKnfjnzOd 

Sound effects:

Sounds of City - Outdoor Bar by michaelbesaw - https://freesound.org/s/620211/ - License: Creative Commons 0

Bio: Jack Gillett-Faulkner is a third-year Bachelor of Media and Communication student at the University of Newcastle. Majoring in News Media, he has produced written, digital and audio stories on topics such as mental health, LGBTQIA+ culture, and public transport as part of his university studies.

Bernie’s Bar:

Website: https://berniesbarnewcastle.com

Facebook: Bernie’s Bar

Instagram: @berniesbarnewcastle

Jack Gillett-Faulkner:

Instagram: @jgfeighteen18

X/Twitter: @jgf18eighteen

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