Newmanhistory6753 Podcast

Barry Middleton Part 5 - Animal Farm and Market Garden, Pride in his son Anthony

In this podcast Barry Middleton, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, recalls the Market Garden and Animal Farm in Newman. He also tells of his pride in his son Anthony. 

Barry Middleton Part 4 - Lions Club, Animal Park, Fortescue Festival and Ball, Scouts, Various other involvements

In this podcast Barry Middleton, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, describes the events that were a part of his time at the Lions Club. These included the establishment of the Animal Park, Fortescue Festival, the Fortescue Festival Ball, Scouts and various other involvements around town. 

Barry Middleton Part 3 - Storms, Characters in town, Involvement in the Lions Club

In this podcast Barry Middleton, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, recalls when storms hit Newman and the electrical implications of that. He also remembers some characters from Newman, and then describes how he became involved in the Lions Club.

Barry Middleton Part 2 - Working as an electrician on the Mine and in the town

In this podcast Barry Middleton, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, recalls his job as an electrician on the Mine. He started as a relief foreman and his first challenge was to work out the phasing on the shovels. He worked in air conditioning, truck shop and eventually ended up as permanent electrical foreman, then as a mechanical foreman. He then moved on to become electrical inspector in town, which also included being part of the Pilbara electrical safety group.

Garry Kruger Part 7 - Pioneers 50th celebration, meeting old friends and new, Stand out people from Pioneers Club

In this podcast Garry Kruger, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, describes the weekend activities for Pioneers 50th Celebration and how well-organised it all was. He enjoyed meeting old friends and also interacting with the newer generations. He also nominates some stand out people who were part of the Pioneers Club, 

Garry Kruger Part 6 - Changes, Speedway, Impact of FIFO, Softball, Baseball

In this podcast Garry Kruger, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, reflects on the changes he has noticed in town since he last visited Newman. He also remembers the Speedway and then comments on the impact of FIFO in the town, especially in the sporting area. 

Garry Kruger Part 5 - Turf Club, Significant People, Getting set up for life, Strikes, Unions.

In this podcast Garry Kruger, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, discusses the Turf Club and the people who helped to build it. He recalls how he returned to the Mine and the Crusher and talks about some stand out people he remembers from those days and how their friendships are still important today. He believes that his time working for BHP helped him get setup for life and so he was able to travel and enjoy life. He also recalls some of the strikes in Newman - especially 1988 and the 1983 Apprentices' strike. And he remembers the role of the unions played in bringing good conditions for the workers.

Garry Kruger Part 4 - Newman Club, ANZAC Day

In this podcast Garry Kruger, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, recalls working in the Newman Club. He started as a yardie then eventually became a full time barman. He also describes the annual Anzac Day ceremony, and how the whole town was invited to the Club afterwards.

Garry Kruger Part 3 - Adult apprenticeship. Redmont, Construction of the Dam.

In this podcast Garry Kruger, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, recalls working in the crusher then applying for, and getting, an adult apprenticeship as a fitter. He describes how he worked right across the Mine and consequently met many people. People had to make their own entertainment, thus there were many parties and gatherings in town. He spent time out at Redmont line camp and recalls his time out there. After a short stint in Kununurra, he came back to Newman and worked on construction of the Dam. 

Garry Kruger Part 2 - Club, Community Hall, Pioneers beginnings, moving to the Saints, Great Players in the NNFL

In this podcast Garry Kruger, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, recalls the Newman Club and the Community Hall. He then describes how he came to play for Pioneers and how the club was formed. He then changed to Saints and remembers their club rooms  and social activities. He also names many of the great players that played in the NNFL and how well the representative team played in external competitions.