Isobella Evans

Newcastle

Journalist at NBN News

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Award-winning guitarist Tommy Emmanuel returns to the Hunter with new show

2 days ago | nbnnews.com.au | Isobella Evans |Bella went

He’s a Grammy-award winning musician – renowned as one of the world’s best guitarists. But Tommy Emmanuel’s love for music goes way back to when he was a toddler in the Hunter. Now, the Aussie icon is back on home soil – and bringing his new show to his old stomping ground.
Bittersweet celebrations for International Nurses Day

3 days ago | nbnnews.com.au | Isobella Evans |Bella went

They provide a vital service to our community, around the clock – and today we celebrate International Nurses Day. But it’s bittersweet – the union is in the midst of a long-term battle for fairer pay and working conditions.
Hamilton church booted from state’s Baptist association for supporting same-sex marriage

1 week ago | nbnnews.com.au | Isobella Evans |Bella went

A Hamilton church has been booted from the state’s Baptist association, over its decision to recognise same-sex marriage. Local pastors say it’s time the church progressed – but the association is adamant it’s against the Bible’s values.
Thunderbolts* | Hunter actress scores key role in Marvel’s latest film

2 weeks ago | nbnnews.com.au | Isobella Evans |Bella went

It’s a film franchise that has dominated the box office for almost two decades – and the latest installment has a Hunter connection. Actress Geraldine Viswanathan scored a plum role in Marvel’s Thunderbolts – working with the likes of Julia Louis-Dreyfus and Florence Pugh. Reporter Isobella Evans caught up with a home-grown star on the rise.
Hunter-made sensory vest at the centre of major study

2 weeks ago | nbnnews.com.au | Isobella Evans |Bella went

12 years ago, a determined Lake Macquarie mother found a way to make her son’s journey with autism easier. Michelle Ebbin’s ‘Jettproof’ vest is helping its wearers, regulate their emotions. And soon – the locally made product will be the focus of a major study.
Hunter Valley rocked by 4.6-magnitude earthquake

3 weeks ago | nbnnews.com.au | Isobella Evans |Bella went

There was a rude awakening for many Hunter residents early this morning, as a 4.6-magnitude earthquake rocked the Valley. The tremor – the latest in a so-called swarm – was felt from Canberra, to Tamworth, and the Queensland border.
Police issue stark warning ahead of consecutive long weekends

4 weeks ago | nbnnews.com.au | Isobella Evans |Bella went

A teenage rider is dead after a motorcycle and ute collided in Muswellbrook yesterday… the tragic incident, adding to the state’s horror road toll. 103 lives have already been lost on our roads this year… and with consecutive long weekends on the way, today police issued a stark warning.
Royal Easter Show

4 weeks ago | nbnnews.com.au | Isobella Evans |Bella went

The Royal Easter Show showcases the best producers and competitors from across Northern New South Wales. And this year, the region has certainly delivered – from woodchopping to cheese, even the 2025 ‘Show Legend’ – as reporter Isobella Evans explains.
Healthcare on Hunter candidates’ lips as campaign enters third week

1 month ago | nbnnews.com.au | Isobella Evans |Bella went

Healthcare on Hunter candidates’ lips as campaign enters third weekHealthcare remains a big talking point in the Hunter – with two more urgent care clinics pledged today. One at Lake Macquarie – the other, in the region’s hot seat.
Emergency services refine rescue skills in Redhead simulation

1 month ago | nbnnews.com.au | Isobella Evans |Bella went

The coffee crowd at Redhead was left intrigued – and perhaps a little concerned – this morning, when a large team of first responders rolled up. Thankfully, it was just an exercise – with crews refining their cliff rescue techniques.