Newmanhistory6753 Podcast

In this podcast Peter Gates, in conversation with Lisa Rickert,  discusses the upcoming celebration of the 50th anniversary of South Newman Primary. 

In this podcast Peter Gates, in conversation with Lisa Rickert,  describes  some of the changes that he noticed in Newman since he lived there especially the advancement in mining. He also reflects on the state of education in Newman. Was it Wireless Hill or Radio Hill? He also recalls he was Captain Coach of the Country Week Cricket team which won their division. 

In this podcast Peter Gates, in conversation with Lisa Rickert,  recalls some of the famous acts who came up to the Newman Club. He also tells of his Australia Day Award and also being made a life member of the Newman Cricket Association. On the recent visit he was gifted with a Baggy Ibis Cricket Cap - the Newman equivalent of the Baggy Green. He also describes the end of year Cricket awards. Pet...

In this podcast Peter Gates, in conversation with Lisa Rickert,  shares his memories of  Jigalong. And then he recalls the many tug-of-wars that were part of each athletic carnival. He also remembers how they used to project movies onto a transformer in the middle of a vacant block and sit there in their bean bags after a bbq. During his recent visit he caught up with the local Newman Cricket Asso...

In this podcast Peter Gates, in conversation with Lisa Rickert,  outlines how he ended up as Deputy Principal at South Newman PS, and then followed through with various jobs throughout his teaching career. He also recalls some of the bus trips they took for school camps. He recently re-visited South Newman Primary and describes how impressed he was with what was happening, especially in the librar...

In this podcast Peter Gates, in conversation with Lisa Rickert,  describes some social activities around that time, both in town and out in the bush. And he describes a variety of sporting activities that he was involved in, especially the football. 

In this podcast Peter Gates, in conversation with Lisa Rickert,  remembers the school involvement in the Fortescue Festival, and also the Fair Go Games. He also describes how, with the company's help, they cultivated a school oval and laid a cricket pitch in the middle. And it was there that they began the sub junior cricket competitions in Newman. He recalls some of the school trips where he acco...

In this podcast Peter Gates, in conversation with Lisa Rickert,  recalls how he was appointed to Newman Primary School in 1974, as his first teaching appointment. He describes the various places where he lived and what the town was like in those early days. He describes the school and reflects on how it was a great place to work. He also remembers some of the unique things about Newman, including...

In this podcast Retired Superintendent Geoff Stewart, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, recalls the houses he lived in. He then commends the heroes who were the volunteers in the various emergency services and other organisations around town eg SES, Ambos, Sporting Clubs. He recalls particularly the vibrancy of the town at this time and some of the changes that took place around that time.  He al...

In this podcast Retired Superintendent Geoff Stewart, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, emphasises the importance of attending the ceremony and "touching the rock" in order to support the families. He also discusses the impact the accident had on both the town community and the Police community.

In this podcast Retired Superintendent Geoff Stewart, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, recalls the beginnings of the Bloody Slow Cup in Newman and how it was based on the rivalry between the Kiwis and the Aussies. He goes on to talk about the people involved, including the Green School  (SNPS). He also reinforces the importance of attending the ceremony as well as the games. He remembers some of...

In this podcast Mel and Brad Parr, in conversation with Lisa Rickert,  discuss their favourite places around Newman. Brad recalls losing his wedding ring at Eagle Falls, and later finding it.

In this podcast Mel and Brad Parr, in conversation with Lisa Rickert,  recall some highlights, especially relating to milestone games at Tigers. They then explore some of the changes they have noticed since their arrival in Newman.

In this podcast Mel and Brad Parr, in conversation with Lisa Rickert,  recall how they became involved in Tigers Footy Club, and how the teams all had to work together to survive the transient nature of the population of Newman. They then recall their highlights, including the Premiership in 2013 and the 50th reunion. And their life membership, after being nominated by Murray McKenzie.

In this podcast Mel and Brad Parr, in conversation with Lisa Rickert,  recall the facilities that were in town when they arrived. Brad describes his job as an electrician on the hill, and his role as a Superintendent. And then Mel  describes her employment journey in Newman. She also talks about the Bamboo Crew - Newman Mums who can work school hours 

In this podcast Mel and Brad Parr, in conversation with Lisa Rickert,  discuss housing in Newman. They also recall the schools and their impressions of them. And then move on to the apprenticeships that are based on school based training.

In this podcast Mel and Brad Parr, in conversation with Lisa Rickert,  recall their journey to Newman in January 2012 - Mel via the plane from Leinster and Brad driving via Wiluna. They describe their first impressions and recall the site trip before they moved, where they were shown around the town and were given a few houses to select from. Brad was also given a site tour. They also discuss the...

In this podcast Retired Superintendent Geoff Stewart, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, recalls his relationship with some Newman identities, including Maggie Lewis, Anita Grace and Mr Booth. He also comments on the valuable role that Christine Larkin played in promoting the Bloody Slow Cup and Bloody Slow Games.

In this podcast Superintendent Geoff Stewart, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, describes both the old and new Police Stations in Newman. He goes on to talk about his role as a policeman in Newman, and the changes he made to make it a better place. He especially worked with the Aboriginal Elders to help with the Martu people coming before the court. He also outlines what the RESPECT program was a...

In this podcast Superintendent Geoff Stewart, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, describes how he came to be in Newman. He describes a previous appointment at Telfer and how he used to conduct desert patrols to  the communities of  Parnngurr, Punmu, Kiwirrkurra and Kunawarritji. And how he came to love the red dirt! 

In this podcast Marjory Eckhart, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, describes describes her early days in Newman, especially in relation to setting up the original Newman Hospital and the birth of the first baby. She also recalls the living conditions in town and the lack of facilities in those early days. Marj was also involved in the Golf Club and in setting up the Newman Library. 

In this podcast Ronnie Wintle, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, remembers his early visits to De Grey station. He also describes his family especially his brother Noel. And also recalls building the Cool Room for Collins shop.

In this podcast Ronnie Wintle, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, describes the various places he installed the air cons including the SMQ, the houses and the assay lab. Also, as the rail track was built, he installed the aircons for the rail line camps, then dismantled them as the track proceeded further along. He also recalls his working relationship with Bechtel Pacific and how they used to che...

In this podcast Ronnie Wintle, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, remembers his connection with Howard Whitmore, and the early days of his apprenticeship. He also recalls some other jobs he tried, including selling life insurance. He remembers fondly how all the skills that he learnt were found during his time in the North West and how he followed the opportunities that were presented to him. He a...

In this podcast Ronnie Wintle, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, recalls his drive up to Newman in the days before the town was fully established, and the hazards that presented themselves. He stayed in the Jackson Watson camp, as the SMQ had not been built yet. He describes eating at the Bechtel Pacific camp, and comments on how good the food was! He also describes his working conditions and wha...