Newmanhistory6753 Podcast

In this podcast, Bill Knox, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, remembers the dancing schools and concerts in town, as well as the school and the teachers who were there. He also recalls some of the memorable women in Newman, and reflects on the role of women in the early days. 

In this podcast, Bill Knox, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, recalls the facilities that were available in the early 70s - the swimming pool, the outdoor cinema, the pub - including a regular fight in the bar every night! All the footy clubs used to gather in the pub after the games and awards were given out. Bill recalls the Fortescue Festival and the Fair Go Games. And also the long service aw...

In this podcast, Bill Knox, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, recalls how he came to work in Newman, and a few complications that hindered his beginnings there. He also tells of his previous experience of having been in the Pilbara, especially Wittenoom. He and his new wife Lesley were very impressed with their flat and all the facilities that were available. 

In this podcast Pat Dewar, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, recalls her memories over the past 24 years during her visits to Newman. She notes some changes that she has seen during that time as well. She also provides some feedback about the Bloody Slow games weekend. She concludes by congratulating the committee that organised the Games.

In this podcast Pat Dewar, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, recalls with affection  the role Geoff Stewart and Christine Larkin, played in organising the Memorial and Bloody Slow Cup/Games.

In this podcast Pat Dewar, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, describes the memorial and how it reflects the community of Newman. She also associates the Bloodyslow Games with the participation of the whole  community, not just the Police involvement. She also describes what they did as a family during the Memorial weekend in Newman. 

In this podcast Pat Dewar, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, describes why she has a strong relationship with the Newman community. Her son David was one of the policemen killed in a tragic plane accident just outside Newman, and since then the Newman community has supported her family, and the families of the other policemen, through the Bloodyslow Cup - now called the Bloodyslow Games. She desc...

In this podcast Paul, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, tells the story of how he was offered a partnership with a couple on Gove in the NT, which could have become his Pot of Gold. However he turned it down in order to return to his Mother in Melbourne.

In this podcast Barry describes how he came to Newman in 1991 and how he became involved in various community activities - as well as being employed as an electrician on the mine.

In this podcast Bill and Shirley Shephard discuss some of the medical emergencies that happened at the Capi and other stories of interest. They also talk about Yibbie and her husband Bob George. 

In this podcast Bill describes some stories from his time driving through the Outback. In particular he describes this encounter with "The Walkers" - a group who set out to walk the Canning Stock Route

In this podcast Bill and Shirley Shephard share some of their photos and memories from the early days of the Capricorn Roadhouse and the building of the bridge over the Fortescue River. They also include their memories of the original Newman Speedway.

In this podcast, Bill Shephard describes his role as a radio operator during both Cyclones Tracy and Joan. He also talks about how he carted fuel out into the remote Pilbara.

In this podcast Bill and Shirley Shephard tell the story of Jimmy Edwards, upon whom the book "A Town like Alice" (Nevil Shute) was based. Jimmy had connections with Warrawagine Station near Marble Bar.

In this podcast Bill and Shirley Shephard discuss some of the famous people they have encountered at the Capi.

In this podcast Paul, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, recalls what life was like on Groote Island. He especially remembers a place called Umbakumba where he could get fresh prawns. But he disliked the humidity. From there he was sent  briefly to Jim Jim in Arnhem Land, and then on to New Guinea. He ultimately joined Henry Walker and was sent to Hays Creek, where he met up with a fellow worker c...

In this podcast Dave Cant, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, outlines the changes he has noticed in the town of Newman since he left. He also reflects on the importance of the role that his time in Newman has played in the shaping of his life, and the opportunities that were presented through this association.

In this podcast Dave Cant, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, recalls why they left Newman in 1998 and moved to Albany then Perth and ultimately to Sydney.  He describes why he returned to Newman for the 50th reunion of Pioneers, and the some of the activities that were on offer during the weekend. Dave reflected on the early beginnings  of Pioneers and how that same passion is still evident today...

In this podcast Dave Cant, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, describes how he met Julie in the Tigers Club and how she moved up to join him in 1988. He describes how he changed his job from the Bank to working on the mine as a TA on the shovel pad, then he took on an adult apprenticeship in industrial electronics, and eventually ended up in Health and Safety. Both he and Julie agreed their main g...

In this podcast Dave Cant, in conversation with Lisa Rickert,   reflects on the friendships and mateships that he encountered n Newman, and the effect that it had on his life. He also describes the ploys that Pioneers Club used to entice people to their Club, including Themed Nights (such as Mock Weddings) and alternative drinks such as Shooters and Coronas. He remembers the success of the Pioneer...

In this podcast Dave Cant, in conversation with Lisa Rickert,   recalls moving to Newman in 1985 to work in the ANZ bank. He tells of his connection with his uncle Sir David Brandt, who laid the gold spike that completed the railway between Newman and Port Hedland. He was also related to  John Tonkin on his Dad's side, so he had connections in high places! On his first day in town he ran into Ian...

In this podcast Cheryl Nugent, in conversation with Lisa Rickert,  discusses the child care clinic and where it was situated. She also tells Lisa about her visit to the cemetery when she was in town for the 50th Reunion, and some friends that went with her. And her mind wanders back to the parties they used to have. 

In this podcast Cheryl Nugent, in conversation with Lisa Rickert,  describes the 50th Reunion Celebration of the Pioneers Football Club, and how Des was mentioned and his letter read out. She also mentions how in the days following she went on a Mine tour and then tried to go to the Visitor's Centre, which sadly was closed. 

In this podcast Cheryl Nugent, in conversation with Lisa Rickert,  tells the story of a horse that Des had heard about, and Cheryl had to go to the TAB and put the bet on. She also describes how she and Des ran a sport shop from their house. They used to love going camping down at the dry river bed and have a BBQ. She recalls what it was like coming back to Newman and how things have changed. She...

In this podcast Cheryl Nugent, in conversation with Lisa Rickert,   recalls the Fortescue Festival and the Boxing Match. She also describes the Picture Gardens and how the single guys avoided payment. She remembers how Des used to tease her when the Post deliveries commenced in town. She and Des both played squash and Des also played cricket and football for Pioneers. She adds some names on the ph...