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Newmanhistory6753 PodcastBill Knox Part 10 - Helpful people, Favourite podcasts, Advice to people coming to the PilbaraIn this concluding podcast, Bill Knox, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, talks about some of the people who helped contribute to his books on the Pilbara. He also recalls his favourite podcasts from the Newmanhistory6753.com website, including Olga Soter's which describes life in Wittenoom and his connection with her. He concludes with advice to people who may be coming to live in the Pilbara for the first time.
2025-11-2705 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastOwen and Mary-Anne Goyder Part 6 - Introduction of Aboriginal children to school, Red Sands Pub, Newman as a stand out place to live, The Eagle in the ute storyIn this podcast Owen and Mary-Anne discuss the changes that happened during their stay in Newman. One they especially noted was the introduction of the Aboriginal children from the Pumajina camp, on the outskirts of town, to the school system, with adjustments needed all around. They also recalled the excitement in town, with the building of the Red Sands Pub! Both Owen and Mary-Anne agree that their stay in Newman was a stand out amongst the places they have lived and worked. They conclude with a story about their neighbour who turned up with a wedge tailed eagle in t...
2025-01-2206 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastOwen and Mary-Anne Goyder Part 5 - Anglican Church, Characters, Living in Newman, Health Care facilitiesIn this podcast Owen and Mary-Anne describe their involvement with the Anglican Church. They also describe some characters who were present in Newman during their time there - including their neighbour Sgt Jim Guy who was a Policeman and Roy Aveling, who was the AMP man. They recall the sense of a lack of relationship between the mine workers and the Teachers and Police - who were seen as transients. They describe how the town itself affected them, especially Mary-Anne as a young Mum, but they treasured the trips to Hedland and Karratha to visit the real shops like...
2025-01-2209 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastOwen and Mary-Anne Goyder Part 4 - Bush camping, teacher friendships, Sporting activities, School and Town Choirs.In this podcast Owen and Mary-Anne recall the joys of camping at Karijini and beyond. They also discuss the friendships that were formed among the teaching community that have endured beyond their time in Newman, and the social life enjoyed by all the teaching staff. They remember their involvement in various sporting activities - especially T-Ball, and also Mary-Anne's involvement in a school and town choir.
2025-01-2108 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastOwen and Mary-Anne Goyder Part 3 - Bullying, Drinking, Speedway, major influences, disparity in wagesIn this podcast Owen and Mary-Anne discuss bullying in schools and the proportion of males v females in town. They also address the issue of drinking in the town and at school. Owen describes his experience at the Speedway. They both reflect on any major influences at school, especially the disparity in wages between professional people in town, and those employed at the mine.
2025-01-2006 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastOwen and Mary-Anne Goyder Part 2 - Jobs at NPS and NSHS, Teacher transfers, Graduate teachers.In this podcast Mary-Anne describes getting a job at Newman Primary as a music specialist, and also reveals the issues for people in Newman needing child care. Owen goes on to describe the Science program at NSHS and both the advantages and disadvantages of having such a small school. They also discuss the demise of the teacher transfer system to country schools, and how getting back to the city became problematic. They remember how many graduate teachers were appointed to country schools, and how they were supported by very experienced teachers who had been there for a while. Overall the...
2025-01-2009 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastOwen and Mary-Anne Goyder Part 1 - Arrival, Massive downpour, Waterholes, Love of the PilbaraIn this podcast Owen and Mary-Anne describe their arrival in Newman in 1991, after Owen was posted there as the Head of Science at Newman Senior High School. They drove up with two little boys and were greeted by a massive Newman downpour as soon as they arrived. which was a blessing in disguise as it filled all the water holes around the town. They also describe the places they would bring visitors to, and how they loved the Pilbara landscape, especially Wittenoom.
2025-01-1906 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastSheena and Mick Simunovic Part 10 - Fortescue Festival, Croatian Club, Retro House, Returning to NewmanIn this podcast Sheena and Mick Simunovic remember the Fortescue Festival and the kebabs made by the Croatian Community. Lisa also describes the Retro house that is available as a B&B. They both discuss the possibility of returning to Newman for a visit, because Newman was a very positive experience for their family
2025-01-1408 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastSheena and Mick Simunovic Part 9 - Reflections on BHP as a company, FIFO workers, stress in the workplaceIn this podcast Sheena and Mick Simunovic reflect on how good BHP/MNM was as a company. They also discuss the positives and negatives of the introduction of FIFO workers, Mick also remembers how stressful his job became, both in workload and some of the responsibilities that came with the job.
2025-01-1409 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastSheena and Mick Simunovic Part 8 - Redmont CampIn this podcast Mick Simunovic recalls what Redmont camp was like - he describes it as the best! Best food, cleaning was done for you - even your bed was made! It had married quarters, so a few couples were able to live there together. Mick was the boss and answered directly to the Mine manager.
2025-01-1404 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastSheena and Mick Simunovic Part 7 - The Big strike of 1988, Floods that affected the RailwayIn this podcast Mick Simunovic recalls the big strike of 1988, and the impact that had on him as staff member, and the split it had on the town, including wives and families. He also remembers the flood in 1984 which washed out part of the line - he had to work 29 hours straight to sort that out.
2025-01-1306 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastSheena and Mick Simunovic Part 6 - Croatian Hour 6NEW, Rail Line Camps, Fights in Newman, Living conditions in the line campsIn this podcast Sheena Simunovic describes the Croatian hour on 6NEW every Thursday. Then Mick Simunovic describes the various rail line camps between Hedland and Newman. He outlines what the facilities were like in the camps. He recalls some of the people who worked with him, and the many nationalities that were represented. He also recalls a few fights at the Newman Club and the Walkabout. He continues to describe the actual set out of the camp and how the guys all lived on top of each other. In 1976 there was no air conditioning, but this changed as the y...
2025-01-0412 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastSheena and Mick Simunovic Part 5 - Beginnings of Newman hospital, Major Traumas, Ambulance Service, SummaryIn this podcast Sheena Simunovic recalls the beginnings of Newman hospital, and the role played by Dr Peter Eckhart and his wife Marjorie, who was the matron. She also remembers how the staff pulled together during major traumas, and the role of the Ambulance service. Sheena then summarises her time in Newman as a very positive experience.
2025-01-0203 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastSheena and Mick Simunovic Part 4 - Dr Eckhart and Jigalong, Nurses she worked with, Challenges of being a nurse in Newman, Memorial Rose GardenIn this podcast Sheena Simunovic recalls how Dr Eckhart used to fly out to Jigalong each Wednesday and hold a clinic out there. Along with Lisa Rickert, she remembers some of the nurses she used to work with at the hospital. Again she recalls some of the challenges of being a nurse at the hospital - especially working in a small town, you knew everyone who came through. She also describes the purpose the memorial rose garden that was attached to the hospital.
2025-01-0206 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastSheena and Mick Simunovic Part 3 - Balancing work and family, role at the hospital, Challenges as a nurseIn this podcast Sheena Simunovic explains how she managed full time work as nurse at Newman hospital, with bringing up a young family. She also describes her role at the hospital and some of the challenges she faced as a nurse there.
2025-01-0110 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastSheena and Mick Simunovic Part 2 - Newman Schools, Moving to Perth and adjusting to city lifeIn this podcast Sheena Simunovic talks about the schools her children attended in Newman and the challenge of children who had a second language. In 1994 Adrian received an Aviation Scholarship to Kent St in Perth, and eventually it was decided it was better to move to Perth, but that presented its own adjustments and challenges too, especially for the boys.
2024-12-2805 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastSheena and Mick Simunovic Part 1 - Arriving in Newman from SA. Belonging to the Croatian Community, Mick's work as supervisor on the line camps.In this podcast Sheena and Mick Simunovic describe their journey to Newman in 1981, just after their marriage in South Australia. They travelled across the Nullabor and eventually arrived in Newman, where they found friends among the Croatian Community. Mick describes his work in the rail line camps, especially Cowra, and how he later ended up as a Supervisor.
2024-12-2809 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastSamantha Jenkinson Part 5 - School Balls, Exchange StudentsIn this podcast, Sam Jenkinson, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, continues to recall her experiences at Newman Senior High School. Sam describes her first School Ball, which was held at the Community Hall. She also remembered how Exchange students came to the school, and that inspired Sam to apply to become an exchange student herself. She describes the process of her application and how that was an important part of her development.
2024-11-1905 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastSamantha Jenkinson Part 12 - The good and bad of growing up in Newman, the role that Community has played in the evolution of our town.In this podcast, Sam Jenkinson, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, reflects on both the good and the bad of growing up in the Pilbara. She recalls the many good things of her years in Newman, especially time spent at the pool and that sense of community that came from living there.. But she also acknowledges the shortfalls, including the amount of alcohol drunk in town, and the hidden curse of domestic violence. Without an honest acknowledgement of the past, we can't move on and embrace the future. But she emphasizes the importance of community, and the role that has...
2024-11-1915 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastSamantha Jenkinson Part 11 - Life after school, Curtin Uni, Serious Car accident, learning to adapt to life in a wheel chair, lessons learned from Newman daysIn this podcast, Sam Jenkinson, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, recalls her journey post school years. She attended Curtin Uni, then in second year, became involved in Guild politics. In that role, she was involved in running the Orientation Day camp in Collie and it was during the journeys to and from the camp, that she was sadly involved in a serious car accident and suffered spinal cord injuries. She spent over seven months in hospital and has been confined to a wheel chair ever since. She believes that her growing up in Newman and her Exchange Student experience h...
2024-11-1813 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastSamantha Jenkinson Part 10 - Bali trip in Year 12In this podcast, Sam Jenkinson, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, recalls her Year 12 trip to Bali with some teachers and other senior students.
2024-11-1804 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastSamantha Jenkinson Part 9 - Final Years at NSHS, Future careers of her classmatesIn this podcast, Sam Jenkinson, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, describes her final years at High School, Because students started leaving school at Year 10, and the numbers at the top of the school were small, the School Ball was opened to Yrs 10-12. She outlines the future careers of some of her class mates, including herself.
2024-11-1811 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastSamantha Jenkinson Part 8 - Positives and Negatives of attending NSHSIn this podcast, Sam Jenkinson, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, reflects on the positives and negatives of attending Newman Senior High School. This includes the tensions of being a young woman, surrounded by young single men in town - including the teachers!
2024-11-1805 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastSaad Didan Part 4 - Stand out people, House sitting, family BBQs, VER, Living in Jordan, Returning to PertIn this podcast, Saad Didan, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, recalls people who stood out for him. When he was in the SMQ, he remembers being a very popular house sitter. But when he was married they moved to Yanboomah Close, he had family gatherings and BBQs, both at home and out at the Dam. HIs kids played soccer, and he played squash. He took VER in 1996 and he and his family moved to Jordan. He found it hard to get employment there, even trying to sell Hills Hoists! He moved back to Australia but left his family in Jord...
2024-11-1608 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastSaad Didan Part 3 - Mosque, Jobs, Outstanding Characters, Strikes, RacismIn this podcast, Saad Didan, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, continues to recount his memories of the Newman Mosque and how it affected his life. He describes how the Company allowed him to go to pray during his lunch break. He then outlines his jobs at the mine, including being a Drill Sampler and a Lab Assistant. He recalls some outstanding characters from his time in Newman, but also found the strikes were often called because of insignificant catering problems, rather than issues on the Mine, and this affected his pay packet. He also tells about how he overcame rac...
2024-11-1611 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastSaad Didan Part 2 - Living quarters, Amenah and the language barrier, Having babies, Fortescue Festival, raising money for a Mosque, Buying the SMQ builidng, Moving the building along Newman DveIn this podcast, Saad Didan, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, recalls his different living quarters in town. He describes his wife, Amenah, having her babies and how they used to play in the Park. He also describes how the Muslims in town had nowhere to pray, so they fundraised at the Fortescue Festival, and ended up buying the spider building of the SMQ, which was then transported along Newman Drive to it's new location.
2024-11-1512 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastSamantha Jenkinson Part 6 - Partime work at Woolies, YMCA and Radio Station, Relationships with teachers who played sport with youIn this podcast, Sam Jenkinson, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, describes her time working at Woolies - both part time and full time, and her involvement with the YMCA and the radio station on a voluntary basis. She also discusses the awkward nature of interacting with staff members who were part of her sporting teams, and who were not far apart in age from the students.
2024-11-1509 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastSaad Didan Part 1 - Arrival in Newman, Living in the SMQ, Homesickness, Getting marriedIn this podcast, Saad Didan, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, describes his arrival in Newman in 1980. After his arrival in Perth from Baghdad his brother, Basil, brought him straight up to Newman where he found a job as a Shovel Greaser. He describes his journey to Newman and his struggle with homesickness. He lived in Q block in the SMQ and describes the facilities available. After 4 years he took long service leave and then he journeyed to Jordan and met his wife in 1984, whom he brought back to Newman to live in K block. They are still together after 40 y...
2024-11-1414 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastSamantha Jenkinson Part 7 - Going to Jigalong, Experiencing the Aboriginal CultureIn this podcast, Sam Jenkinson, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, recalls her experience of going to Jigalong and how it changed her opinion of some aboriginal people in town. She was grateful to her teachers for exposing her to that new understanding of the aboriginal culture, and the multicultural aspects of Newman.
2024-11-1205 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastSamantha Jenkinson Part 5 - NSHS School Ball, Exchange StudentsIn this podcast, Sam Jenkinson, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, continues to recall her experiences at Newman Senior High School. Sam describes how her class was part of the first Year 10 School Balls, which were held at the Community Hall. She also remembered how Exchange students came to the school, and that inspired Sam to apply to become an exchange student herself. She describes the process of her application and how that was an important part of her development.
2024-11-0907 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastSamantha Jenkinson Part 4 - NSHS, good and bad, drama, NATS, water polo, English teachers, entering State-wide Speaking CompetitionsIn this podcast, Sam Jenkinson, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, recalls her experiences at Newman Senior High School. These include being an Exchange Student in USA, and using computers in Year 8 Maths (provided by the Mine). The school had both advantages and disadvantages, as the subjects offered were often dependent on the teachers' skills. Sam recalls her interest in drama and the formation of NATS (Newman Amateur Theatrical Society) and the affinity she felt for that. She remembers playing water polo and playing in the State Country Team. Sam discusses her excellent English teachers at the High School, and...
2024-11-0811 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastSamantha Jenkinson Part 3 - Friends, Dancing, Movies, No oldies, Life from a teenager perspective.In this podcast, Sam Jenkinson, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, together pool their memories of many random things that happened in their childhood. These include the dancing classes and their mothers slaving over their costumes, and their participation in the Fortescue Festival Float Parade. Sam remembers going to the Community Hall to watch the movies, especially Star Wars and The Castaways. They reflect on their isolation in town, with little contact with the outside world. Children were unaware of the role of older people, as there were not many in town. Sam also reflects on how many things went u...
2024-11-0107 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastSamantha Jenkinson Part 2 - Newman Primary memories, events, square dancing, Mixing with teachers socially, Concerts, School Socials, Barn DanceIn this podcast, Sam Jenkinson, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, discuss their Primary School lives at Newman Primary. They both recall their homemade uniforms, and Sam remembers various events that happened - Arbour Day, Sports Day, Square Dancing. She also comments on how hard it often was to delineate between the roles of teachers in both the school and the social context. They both recall how Music teachers came and went, but when they were available, it could lead to a Concert in the Community Hall. The school socials were memorable including the compulsory Barn Dance.
2024-10-3108 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastSamantha Jenkinson Part 1 - Memories, Drive in, Playing in the bush, Pool, Camping - Waterholes, Wittenoom, KarijiniIn this podcast, Sam Jenkinson, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, recalls memories from her childhood in Newman - both good and bad. Sam lived in Trotman Ave, and attended Newman Primary -walking to school through the shortcut. She recalls how the kids would watch the drive in from houses in Giles Ave, or go wandering through the bush and get spinifex splinters. As her Mum (Pat) was the Swimming Pool manager, she spent quite a deal of time at the Pool, but preferred water polo to swimming laps at the Swimming Club. The family also spent quite a lot...
2024-10-3011 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastPat Jenkinson Part 6 - Reunions, Dust, Christmas, Parties, Market GardenIn this podcast, Pat and Sam, together with Lisa Rickert, remember the Newman Reunions and catching up with long lost friends. Pat observed that there seemed to be more dust in town, after more satellite mines were added. Sam and Pat recall what Christmas was like in Newman, and also some of the fabulous parties they had. It concludes with memories of the Newman Market Garden.
2024-10-2907 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastPat Jenkinson Part 5 - Work, Liquor store, Cleaner at the Crusher, Sampler at the Bene Plant, Analyst at the Laboratory, VER 1988, Moved to Kalgoorlie,In this podcast, Pat and Sam, together with Lisa Rickert, recall Pat's work both in the town and at the Mine. She recalls being the licensee of the Liquor Store and was held up with a shotgun! After that scare, she moved on in 1978 to become a cleaner at the Crusher. She eventually became a sampler in the Metallurgical Department for the Bene plant. Her final job was a move to the laboratory, where she became a shift analyst. She took VER in 1988 and moved to Kalgoorlie where she was employed at AAL, and while she was there, did a...
2024-10-2810 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastPat Jenkinson Part 4 - The origins of the Fortescue Golf Club in Newman and Pat's involvement in that story.In this podcast, Pat and Sam, together with Lisa Rickert, recall Pat's involvement in the original Fortescue Golf Club and she also outlines the construction of the new one in Giles Ave, which was completed with voluntary labour using the company's machinery. She also recalls how vibrant both the Walkabout and the Club were in those early days.
2024-10-2806 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastPat Jenkinson Part 2 -Social life in the early days, Sport - football, hockey, softball. Camping at the waterholes, Line Camps, RegattasIn this podcast, Pat and Sam, in conversation with Lisa Rickert recall the social and sporting life in Newman, including football, golf, hockey and softball. They remember the pre-cursor to the Fortescue Festival and also camping at many of the different water holes. The conversation then turned towards blowing tyres on the road, and the advantage of having the Line Camps to rescue them. Pat also recalls the first Regattas at Sandhill, then the Billabong (Gingianna Pool),
2024-10-2705 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastPat Jenkinson Part 3 - Car Rally, Shooting pigs and Ducks, Fortescue Festival, Fair Go, Coral Bay, WaterpoloIn this podcast, Pat and Sam, together with Lisa Rickert share some memories of the early days in Newman including a car rally. Pat recalls the men going out pig and duck shooting. They all recall the Fortescue Festival, especially the Fair Go festival. And Pat and Sam remember going to Coral Bay for holidays.
Then Pat and Sam speak quite extensively about the beginnings of water polo in Newman - both the local teams, and also how they represented Newman on a regional and State level.
2024-10-2710 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastPat Jenkinson Part 1 - Arrival, first impressions, Facilities, First Job, Living in Trotman Ave.In this podcast, Pat Jenkinson describes her arrival in Newman in 1972 and her first impressions of the town. She describes the facilities that were available in town and her first job at the Newman Pool. She also recalls her house in Trotman Ave and remembers many of her neighbours.
2024-10-2508 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastRichard and Margaret Hennessy Part 2 - Stay at home Mum, Richards role at NSHSIn this podcast, Richard and Margaret Hennessy discuss their roles in education at Newman. Margaret was mainly a stay at home mum, but also did relief teaching in South Newman PS, Richard was Head of Maths at NSHS and describes his role and also the differences between NSHS and a mainstream city school.
2024-10-2506 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastRichard and Margaret Hennessy Part 5 - Being a young Mum, Life after Newman, Concluding thoughts.In this podcast, Margaret recalls what it was like to be a young Mum in Newman - a positive experience. Life was a big adventure where you could entertain yourselves both in your social life and in the bush. Richard recalls life after they let in 1995. He started back at Warnbro High School, then made his way Chisholm Catholic College and stayed there for 25 years, eventually becoming Deputy Principal. Their concluding thoughts consist of fond memories and great experiences.
2024-10-2206 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastRichard and Margaret Hennessy Part 4 - Highlights, Changes from then to now, Groups they belonged to.In this podcast, Richard and Margaret Hennessy reminisce about some of the highlights of their stay in Newman, including making many friends and the beauty of the countryside. They outline some of the changes they noted after revisiting recently, especially the arrival of the Dome cafe and the building of the new hospital. They also recall some of the groups they belonged to, including the Catholic Church and Patchwork and cooking groups at the TAFE. Margaret also describes what it was like to be a young mum up there.
2024-10-2207 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastRichard and Margaret Hennessy Part 3 - Kids' schooling, Friends and socialising, Holidays, Major influences, Value of networkingIn this podcast, Richard and Margaret Hennessy recall how and where their children were schooled. After a long service break and missing out on a transfer back to Perth, they came back to Newman for an extra two years, and found many of their friends had moved on. They described their socialising in Newman and their holiday places. They also discussed the major influences during their time there and the value of networking.
2024-10-2109 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastRichard and Margaret Hennessy Part 1 - Arrival, Impressions, Journey up to Newman, The town and Teacher housingIn this podcast, Richard and Margaret Hennessy describe the reason why they came to Newman in 1991 and their first impressions of the town. Richard tells of his first journey up and his attempt to get petrol at Kumarina! They talk about the town and their teacher housing.
2024-10-2009 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastShane Markham Part 7 - Les Tutt, Pioneers, NSHS, Friends, Diving, Trampoline, YMCA and Ron ArmstrongIn this podcast, Shane Markham joins Lisa Rickert in sharing some memories of Newman. Shane recalls what a good bloke Les Tutt was. He then talks about his time at Pioneers and also at NSHS. He remembers how so many of his Newman friends are friends for life, and he still keeps up with many of them. Lisa reminds him of his skill on the high diving board at the pool, and he attributes that to his time spent on the trampoline at the YMCA, where he fondly remembers Ron Armstrong and his daughter Cathy.
2024-10-1708 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastShane Markham Part 6 - Memories - remote car track, Pool, hijinks, the Drive-in, Blasts, When the river ran, Wildlife in townIn this podcast, Shane Markham joins Lisa Rickert in sharing some memories from their childhood in Newman. These include the remote car track behind the muso, living at the pool in summer, hi-jinks after a footy win, the Drive in, the big blast that took the top off the Hill, when the rains came and the river ran, and the wild life that used to come into town.
2024-10-1607 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastShane Markham Part 5 - Memorable People, Streets lived in, Scouts, Places visited, Summary of Newman daysIn this podcast, Shane Markham recalls memorable people from Newman days. He tells of the streets he lived in and his involvement in the Scouts. He visited a few places, including Nullagine, Marble Bar and Marillana Station. He concludes with a summary of his time in Newman.
2024-10-1604 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastShane Markham Part 4 - Sports involvement - Speedway, Drag Races, Sprint Cars. Footy - Saints, Pioneers and coaching Under 13s.In this podcast, Shane Markham outlines his involvement and interest in many sports in Newman, including Drag Races, Speedway and Sprint Cars. He was also very involved in footy, especially with Saints and Pioneers, and he also coached an Under 13 side.
2024-10-1605 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastShane Markham Part 3 - Family, Slade's illness, Support of Newman peopleIn this podcast, Shane Markham talks about his family. In particular he recalls how his infant son, Slade, was struck with a very serious illness, and how the people of Newman and his family rallied around them and supported them in so many ways.
2024-10-1604 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastShane Markham Part 1 - Arrival, Schools, Jobs, Saints, Swimming and DivingIn this podcast, Shane Markham describes how came to Newman in 1972, as a young boy, with his parents and siblings, Sonia, Mick, Karen and Gary. He lived in Fortescue Ave and attended Newman Primary and then the High School. After school he joined the Trainee Miner Scheme, which gave the participants an overview of the trades available at the mine. He was very involved with Saints footy club, as he lived next door to Les Tutt. He also talks about his involvement with the swimming pool, especially his ability on the high diving board.
2024-10-1408 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastShane Markham Part 2 - Ma Baker, YMCA, Footy, Jobs, Hockey, Softball, RugbyIn this podcast, Shane Markham recalls how Ma Baker used to run a place for the youth under the stage of the Community Hall. He also remembers the YMCA and Ron Armstrong. He describes the various football teams he played for, including Centrals U18 and Pioneers. He also tells of the various jobs he held after he left school. He was an active sportsman and played hockey, softball and rugby.
2024-10-1407 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastDon Byrne Part 5 - Connection with schools and health care workersIn this podcast Don Byrne discusses his connection with the school communities and the health care workers.
2024-10-1401 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastDont Byrne Part 6 - Order of Australia and life after NewmanIn this podcast Don Byrne discusses his OA (Order of Australia) and life after Newman
2024-10-1403 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastGeorge Parry Part 5 - Aussie Rules Footy, Pioneers, Musicians, Mr Booth (RIP)In this podcast, George Parry describes the Aussie Rules footy in Newman, especially Pioneers Club, where he played in the Reserves. He also recalls more musicians he played with and some that played out at Jigalong.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander visitors are warned that content in this podcast refers to a deceased Aboriginal person.
2024-08-1406 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastGeorge Parry Part 6 - Changes, Housing, Outstanding People, Fortescue Festival, No rice for GeorgeIn this podcast, George Parry recalls the changes he observed during his time in Newman - especially the ability for people to buy and sell houses. He remembers some stand out people, but said he would have to nominate everyone. The highlight he remembered best was the Fortescue Festival. He then describes his role in a YouTube video entitled No rice for George.
2024-08-1407 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastPaul O'Neill Part 4 - Selection for the Paralympic Games in Sydney 2000, and what it was like to participate.In this podcast Paul recalls the lead up to selection for the Paralympic Games in Sydney 2000 and what it was like to participate.
2024-07-3007 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastPaul O'Neill Part 3 - Paul's accident, Beginning training again, representing Australia at the World Disabled Championships at Colorado Springs in the USA.In this podcast Paul describes his accident in Tasmania which changed his life for ever as he lost the use of his right arm. But it provided a turning point for him as he became eligible to represent Australia at the World Disabled Championships at Colorado Springs in the USA.
2024-07-3006 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastPaul O'Neill Part 2 - - BMX and Cycling in Newman and beyondIn this podcast Paul recalls his involvement on both the BMX and Cycling communities in Newman and beyond.
2024-07-3006 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastPaul O'Neill Part 1 - Growing up in Newman, Schools, EmploymentIn this podcast Paul reminisces about growing up in Newman. He describes his schools and where he eventually found work as a young adult.
2024-07-3005 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastGeorge Perry Part 4 - Memories of the Strike in the late 80sIn this podcast, George Parry recalls the strike at the end of the 80s and the impact it had on his life and his employment.
2024-07-2803 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastGeorge Parry Part 3 - Original songs, Music Scene in Newman, Telethon, S Block Rocker, Sesame StreetIn this podcast, George Parry lists a few original songs, including S Block Rocker and Myrtle. He describes his involvement in the short film festival in Broome, where he wrote the sound track for the film "No Rice for George". He recalls being involved in the music scene in Newman, including playing live himself, and also bring up bands from Perth. He remembers his involvement in Telethon, and shares a short excerpt from S Block Rocker (Beware - unedited version!) He concludes with his memories of Sesame St in the Con Camp.
2024-07-2709 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastGeorge Parry Part 2 - Playing in Bands, S Block Rocker, Living in Newman, NZ and Broome, watching sport, Various GigsIn this podcast, George Parry explores his history of playing in bands in Newman, which included The Robots, Bad Taste and most famously The Dogs. He describes the various gigs, including the Club, the Walkabout and the Capricorn Roadhouse - where they were asked to never come back! Their most popular song was "The S Block Rocker"! He also remembers moving from Newman to New Zealand, and then on to Broome, where he spent many years.
2024-07-2608 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastGeorge Parry Part 1 - Working on Track Maintenance, Railway Camps, Multicultural Newman, Life in the early 70s in NewmanIn this podcast, George Parry recalls his arrival in Newman in 1971 and his first job in track maintenance. He spent 7 years in that job, and spent much of that time in the camps along the railway line. He describes what life was like in the early days of Newman and especially what life was like in the railway camps. He also remembers the very multicultural nature of Newman and the many nationalities that were represented.
2024-07-2408 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastBarbara Metsemakers-Heffernan Part 6 - Brumbies, NSHS, Volunteers in the communityIn this podcast Barbara Metsemakers (Heffernan) , in conversation with Lisa Rickert, recalls living in Boorthanna St and the brumbies that used to feast on their lawn. She also praises the role of Newman Senior High School and recalls the many students who have gone on to bigger and better things. She finishes by encouraging people to volunteer and get involved in the community of Newman, which can be so enriching.
2024-07-2109 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastBarbara Metsemakers-Heffernan Part 5 - Importance of collecting Newman history, Changes in town, Involvement in the SESIn this podcast Barbara Metsemakers (Heffernan) , in conversation with Lisa Rickert, discusses the importance of capturing the history of Newman. She reflects on the changes in the town she encountered after returning after 12 years, and she also tells of her time in the SES and the richness that experience provided for her.
2024-07-2008 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastBarbara Metsemakers-Heffernan Part 4 - Seasons Hotel, Dad's Story, Friends and Uncles, Jim Dempsey, Newman ClubIn this podcast Barbara Metsemakers (Heffernan) , in conversation with Lisa Rickert, recalls her job as a receptionist at The Seasons Hotel. She then tells the story of her Dad's arrival in Newman and how "Dutchy" had a few different experiences before settling in Newman and meeting her Mum. Barbara also speaks very fondly of her "Uncles" - her Dad friends who became part of her family. She especially remembers Jim Dempsey and the Newman Club.
2024-07-1908 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastBarbara Metsemakers-Heffernan Part 3 - Barbara's involvement in radio and the journey from 6NEW to commercial radio in SydneyIn this podcast Barbara Metsemakers (Heffernan) , in conversation with Lisa Rickert, describes her humble beginnings in radio at 6NEW, where she learnt the trade, to being accepted in the highly rated Australian Film, Television and Radio School, and finally finding a very successful career in commercial radio in Sydney. Barbara tells many different stories of her journey into commercial radio and names some of the many famous people who were part of this journey.
2024-07-1817 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastBarbara Metsemakers - Heffernan Part 2 - Life at Newman Primary and NSHS, and the sad passing of her classmates Katherine Richards and Graham "Goldie" SmithIn this podcast Barbara Metsemakers (Heffernan) , in conversation with Lisa Rickert, recalls her time at both Newman Primary and NSHS, including some time spent in the choir. She also reflects on the very sad deaths of two of her classmates - Katherine Richards and Graham "Goldie" Smith and the effect that had on her class and the whole town.
2024-07-1805 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastBarbara Metsemakers Part 1 - Timeline of life in Newman, earliest memories of the townIn this podcast Barbara Metsemakers (Heffernan) , in conversation with Lisa Rickert, outlines the timeline of the her life in Newman and recalls her earliest memories of life in the town
2024-07-1807 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastTricia O'Donnell Part 1 - Life in the caravan, Adapting to a house, Changes in Newman, Music, Tricia's OrganIn this podcast Tricia describes her life in a caravan in the Pilbara in the early 70s. She followed her husband John, who was grading roads between Meekathara and Jigalong. When they eventually moved to Newman, her children found it hard to adapt to life in a house! Tricia describes the changes in the town from her lived experience to a recent visit. She also remembers her love of music and the organ she bought.
2024-07-1608 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastTricia O'Donnell Part 4 - Memories, Strike of 88, Putting life into God's hands, Leaving Newman, Final Thoughts.In this podcast Tricia shares some memories from Newman days. She recalls the Strike of 88, but was happy to put life into the Lord's hands. She recalls the reason for leaving Newman and then shares her final thoughts.
2024-07-0806 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastTricia O'Donnell Part 3 - Marching Girls, Cycling, Footy, Horse Riding, Cyclones and the River, Exmouth groups - Craft and CatamaransIn this podcast Tricia recalls the sporting groups which she and her family were involved in - these included the Marching Girls, Cycling Club, Footy and Horse Riding. She remembers a cyclone going through and the river being up. She also describes her life in Exmouth now and being involved in the craft group and racing Catamarans.
2024-07-0705 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastTricia O'Donnell Part 2 -Schools, Swimming Club, YMCA, Sundowner, Tumble Gym, John's JobsIn this podcast Tricia reflects on the schooling for her children. She then describes her involvement in the Swimming Club, including coaching the Tadpoles and Frogs. She remembers how good the YMCA camps were, led by Ron Armstrong. She also recalls going to regional swimming carnivals on the Sundowner train carriage. She describes how Tumble Gym was an excellent introduction to swimming classes, and finally talks about John's jobs, and his new role in Exmouth.
2024-07-0608 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastJodie Morton Part 4 - Changes, Final ReflectionsIn this podcast Jodie Morton recalls some changes in the town as she grew up. Then she concludes with some final reflections about growing up in Newman.
2024-06-2204 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastJodie Morton Part 3 - Highlights growing up in Newman, Strike, Stand out People, Groups she belonged to.In this podcast Jodie Morton recalls some highlights from her childhood in Newman, including the School Ball, Red Light Disco, Fortescue Festivals, Floods, especially in her street, and the Ophthalmia Dam. She also remembers the Strike of 1988 and the effect that had in the school. She recalled many stand out people from her growing up period. She also outlined some groups that she belonged to, and how lucky kids in Newman were to have so much choice.
2024-06-2104 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastJodie Morton Part 2 - Sports, Radio Station, Woollies, Major Influences, Parents Role in TownIn this podcast Jodie Morton discusses activities she was involved in, including, swimming, Radio Station, Working in Woollies, Speedway and the Anglican Church. She also reflects on the major influences on her as she was growing up in Newman. Her parents were very involved in the town and she describes the roles they played.
2024-06-2106 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastJodie Morton Part 1 - Growing up in NewmanIn this podcast Jodie Morton describes how she was born in Newman, and moved through the various years of schooling - Kindy, Newman Primary and then Newman Senior High.
2024-06-2006 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastPeter and Robyn Holcz Part5 - Weather events, Strike of 88, Memorable People, Softball Incident, Changes in town, Lasting effects of the Pilbara.In this podcast Peter and Robyn Holcz recall various weather events and the effects of the Strike of 88 on the school. They also remember some memorable people who were part of their lives. Peter was part of a baseball team and they also recall when their son, Brendan, turned off the lights at the Softball final. They outline a few changes that they noticed during their two years in town, but they both agree that their time in Newman was the best time of their life and this shaped the lives of their entire family.
2024-05-1708 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastPeter and Robyn Holcz Part 4 - Risk taking, Country driving, Major influences, HighlightsIn this podcast Peter and Robyn Holcz discuss how living up North made them more of "risk-takers". Peter describes the long drive to Perth and car journeys in general. The major influences, as noted by Peter, were the influence of Pauline Coghlan as his Principal, and developing curriculum and behaviour management programs in the school. But he also enjoyed cruising down the Fortescue River on blow up mattresses when the rain came! They both fondly recall the Bush BBQs, the clarity of the stars at night, and the ease of washing!!
2024-05-1610 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastPeter and Robyn Holcz Part 3 - Newman Primary, Timetabling, NSHS Buildings and facilities, Arson, Staff of NSHS and issues affecting country schools and teachers.In this podcast Peter and Robyn Holcz recall the Newman Primary, where their son Matthew attended, and the teachers there. Peter recalls the timetabling software and the issues that were had with the early technology. He describes the NSHS buildings and the Arson attacks that happened during his time. He recalls the staff of NSHS, and the issues facing country schools and staffing.
2024-05-1508 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastPeter Holcz Part 2 - Daily Routines, Their house, Technology, AirconIn this podcast Peter and Robyn Holcz describe their daily routines - Robyn as a house Mum, and Peter in his role as Deputy. They describe their house and how Peter learnt different skills to enhance their furniture., and ultimately to build a Pagola. Newman also provided their introduction to technology, including Robyn attending Hedland College to learn programming. They also discuss the use of aircon for teachers.
2024-05-1510 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastPeter and Robyn Holcz Part 1 - Arrival, Settling in, BBQs in the bush, outdoors in the "magical" PilbaraIn this podcast Peter and Robyn Holcz recall their arrival into Newman and their settling in period. They fondly recall their BBQs in the bush and their various outdoor activities in the surrounding countryside. They describe the Pilbara as "magic" and especially loved Karijini.
2024-05-1409 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastJohn and Helen Hawkes Part 7 - Changes in town, FIFO influence, Introduction of computersIn this podcast John and Helen discuss changes in the town of Newman over the years and the influence of FIFO workers. John also talks about the introduction of computers into the mine workplace and the difference they made.
2024-05-1107 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastJohn and Helen Hawkes Part 6 - Living In Newman and Sporting involvementIn this podcast John and Helen continue to describe what life was like in Newman, and especially their involvement with many sporting teams.
2024-05-1105 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastJohn and Helen Hawkes Part 5 - First Impressions and living in Newman.In this podcast John and Helen discuss their first impressions of Newman and what life was like for them living in the town.
2024-05-1108 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastJohn and Helen Hawkes Part 4 - Wonderful social life, Waterholes and Aboriginal Art, adapting to life after NewmanIn this podcast John and Helen talk about the wonderful social life that was available in Newman and stunning waterholes beyond the town, including some ancient Aboriginal Art. They also discussed how they struggled to adapt to life after Newman and some of the changes they noticed after future visits.
2024-05-1106 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastJohn and Helen Hawkes Part 3 - Tigers Football Club, Building Capricorn Oval, Unions in the WorkplaceIn this podcast, John talks about his involvement with Tigers Football Club. He also describes the building of Capricorn Oval over 2 weekends. And he discusses his role with the Unions in his workplace.
2024-05-1104 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastJohn and Helen Hawkes Part 2 - First Year in Newman, Wiring Haulpaks and ShovelsIn this video Helen and John discuss their first year in Newman and John talks about his skills and interest in wiring Haulpaks and Shovels.
2024-05-1107 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastJohn and Helen Hawkes Part 1 - Venturing into Newman, Wiring the first shovel, Settling into life in NewmanIn this podcast John describes his first venture to Newman where he wired the first shovel, then he describes his return with his new wife Helen and how they arrived and settled in to the town.
2024-05-1107 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastMurray McKenzie Part 2 - Life on the Mine and in town. Role of the CompanyIn this podcast Murray tells us what life was like both on the mine and in the town in the early years. He also talks about the important role that the Company played in the life of the town.
2024-05-1004 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastPaul Frampton Part 5 - Speedway, Jet Sprint boats, the GoKart club, Horse Yards the Velodrome, Boomerang Oval and the origins of the Bloodyslow Cup, some advice for newcomers to NewmanIn this podcast, Paul discusses the Speedway, Jet Sprint boats, the GoKart club, Horse Yards the Velodrome (and the role Mt Newman Mining played in helping set up these groups) He also remembers Boomerang Oval and the origins of the Bloodyslow Cup. And he finishes with some advice for newcomers to Newman.
2024-05-0905 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastPaul Frampton Part 4 - various sporting clubs including Taianui, Saints clubrooms, Charlie Salmon Walk, the effect of FIFOs on Newman town and Cyclones in NewmanIn this podcast Paul discusses various sporting clubs including Taianui, Saints clubrooms, Charlie Salmon Walk, the effect of FIFOs on Newman town and Cyclones in Newman
2024-05-0910 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastPaul Frampton Part 3 - Con Camp, SMQ, Sesame St Row, SHRM and Poon cleaners, The Mess, 6NEW, Walkabout/Animal Bar, Sufferers Paradise and Newman Club.In this podcast Paul, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, describes various colourful places in Newman - Con Camp, SMQ, Sesame St Row, SHRM and Poon cleaners, The Mess, 6NEW, Walkabout/Animal Bar, Sufferers Paradise and Newman Club.
2024-05-0908 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastPaul Frampton Part 2- Redundancies, 40 years of service, Ivan Matic and Fred Stojic, the BHP Christmas Party and his current job.In this podcast Paul, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, discusses redundancies, his 40 years of service, Ivan Matic and Fred Stojic, the BHP Christmas Party and he describes his current job.
2024-05-0906 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastPaul Frampton Part 1 - Coming to Newman, early days, Pioneers, strikes and redundnaciesIn this podcast Paul, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, describes how he came to Newman, his memories of his early days in Newman and the mine, his connection with Pioneers footy club, his memories of the strikes and redundancies.
2024-05-0920 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastAnn Collins Part 7 - Life in Onslow and Hedland, before NewmanIn this podcast Ann Collins, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, recalls her early life in Onslow and Hedland, where she lived before Newman.
2024-05-0312 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastAnn Collins Part 6 - Cyclones, Strikes, Schools, Soccer Teams, early TV and radio, Memorable PeopleIn this podcast Ann Collins, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, remembers cyclones and strikes. She discusses the schools and Hale College where her boys boarded. She recalls the English soccer teams that her family followed, and also the early days of TV and radio in Newman. She concludes by outlining some memorable people from her time in Newman.
2024-05-0306 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastAnn Collins Part 5 - Moving house, different sections of the shop and Ann's role, Suppliers, Mine clothing, Leaving Newman, Getting the golf course grassed, Other sportsIn this podcast Ann Collins, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, recalls moving house. She also describes the various sections of their shop and what her role was. She also remembers how they worked with the different suppliers and how the Mine contract allowed the employees to gather their clothing. She knew when it was time to leave Newman, especially after Woolworths had moved in, but she had to wait until the Golf Course's grass had been laid, which was funded by many of the local businesses. She also lists the other sports she and her son Mike were involved...
2024-05-0106 minNewmanhistory6753 PodcastLisa Rickert Part 7 - The Newman History project - newmanhistory6753.comIn this podcast Lisa Rickert describes her passion for collecting and displaying the history of Newman, and describes the journey of how it has evolved so far.
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