Newmanhistory6753 Podcast

In 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...

In 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. 

In 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.

In this podcast John and Helen continue to describe what life was like in Newman, and especially their involvement with many sporting teams.

In this podcast John and Helen discuss their first impressions of Newman and what life was like for them living in the town.

In 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.

In 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.

In this video Helen and John discuss their first year in Newman and John talks about his skills and interest in wiring Haulpaks and Shovels.

In 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.

In 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.

In 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.

In 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

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.

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.

In 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.

In this podcast Ann Collins, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, recalls her early life in Onslow and Hedland, where she lived before Newman.

In 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.

In 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...

In this podcast Ann Collins, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, discusses playing sport in Newman. She also describes the Golf Courses - both the original one near the old Homestead, and the new one that was closer to town. She also fondly recalls the Golf Ladies' Reunions.

In this podcast Ann Collins, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, remembers some famous entertainers who came to Newman. She relates how they used to make their own fun, including going around and singing Christmas Carols in town, then ending up at Midnight Mass in the Catholic Church. Ann recalls the Child Health Care that was available in the early days and Margaret Dredge who worked in this area....

In this podcast Ann Collins, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, remembers being at a few official openings - The opening of the Mine and also the Bridge across the Fortescue River. She goes on to outline many of the things that Collins Supermarket sold in the early days, and recalls some of the employees who worked in the shop.

In this podcast Ann Collins, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, recalls  how she and her husband Peter arrived in Newman, via Onslow and Port Hedland, to start the first supermarket in Newman, She describes the town and includes experiences such as going to Church, and ordering groceries via Bechtel. She also remembers the beginnings of the first golf course out near the old Mt Newman homestead. O...

In this podcast Mark Day lists some highlights from his time in Newman, including when the Fortescue River ran, and the building of the Ophthalmia Dam, which was a great venue for wind surfing. He outlines how and why he left in 1996 and moved to Queensland to a coal mine. He recalls some significant changes in the town during his time there, and then summarises his overall experience of Newman. 

In this podcast Mark Day recalls being a volunteer DJ at 6NEW, and the process involved in becoming one! He also remembers his service in the Army Reserve whilst in Newman

In this podcast Mark Day recalls what life was like in the Caravan Park and how they eventually got a house. He tells of his perceptions of the schools in Newman. He then goes on to describe his various jobs on the Mine, ending up on the Service team for the Shovels and Drills. He also tells of what the Mine was like as a workplace, and the impact of the Strike of 1988.