Newmanhistory6753 Podcast

Bill Knox Interview Part 8 - The origins of Bill's books - The Spinifex Trilogy and Irony in the Pilbara

In this podcast, Bill Knox, in conversation with Lisa Rickert,discuss the origins of the books that Bill has written, including the Spinifex Trilogy and Irony in the Pilbara.

Bill Knox Interview Part 8 - The origins of Bil's books - The Spinifex Trilogy and Irony in the Pilbara

In this podcast, Bill Knox, in conversation with Lisa Rickert,discuss the origins of the books that Bill has written, including the Spinifex Trilogy and Irony in the Pilbara.

Bill Knox Interview Part 7 - Wittenoom, Formidable opponents, Murray McKenzie and Des Nugent, 40th Reunion of the NNFL

In this podcast, Bill Knox, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, remembers a New Years Eve in Wittenoom. He recalls his most formidable opponents in his football career, especially Les Nixon and Buster Willison and various other players. He also recalls Murray McKenzie and Des Nugent and their contribution to football in Newman. He describes the 40th reunion of the NNFL which was held in Perth.

Bill Knox Part 6 - Beginnings of the NNFL, Josh Booth, Centrals Football Club

In this podcast, Bill Knox, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, recalls his role in the beginnings of the Newman National Football League, and recounts some stories related to the footy. He also mentions his friend Josh Booth and also  his involvement in Centrals Football Club.

Bill Knox Interview - Part 5 - People Bill worked with.

In this podcast, Bill Knox, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, recalls various people he worked with, including Graham (Fergie) Ferguson, Gerry Anderson, Erica Smyth (RIP), Wendy Evans, Siggi Slepecki, and the KNOBS group of geologists.

Bill Knox Interview Part 4 - Role on the mine, Major Influences, Changes in Newman

In this podcast, Bill Knox, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, talks about his role as a geologist on the mine and the people who influenced him in those early days, especially Mal Kneeshaw. He also discusses the major influences on his role at that time.He also describes some of the changes in Newman, including the building of the second crusher, the extra houses in town, and the Newman Club.  

Bill Knox Interview Part 3 - Dancing Schools, Concerts, Teachers, Role of women and memorable women from that time.

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. 

Bill Knox Interview Part 2- Facilities in the early 70s, Footy Club gatherings at the Walkabout, Fortescue Festival, Long Service Awards

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 awards out at the old homestead / golf club. 

Bill Knox Interview Part 1 - Coming to Newman, Complications, Living in Newman in Flat A10

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. 

Pat Dewar 4 - Memories, Changes, Feedback, Congratulations

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.