Newmanhistory6753 Podcast

Ben Stoddart Part 5 - Significant events in Newman, Barry the wanker dog, and final thoughts as he leaves

In this podcast Ben Stoddart, in conversation with Lisa Rickert,  recalls significant events in Newman, including the fire at the High School, Bloodyslow Cup, Christmas Party and the Fortescue Festival.  He also describes Barry his Wanker Dog, who is also subtitled Houdini, as he is known for all his escapes! He then shares some final thoughts as he prepares to leave Newman.

Ben Stoddart Part 4 - Swimming Pool, Sports, Music in the Walkabout with himself and Quinny

In this podcast Ben Stoddart, in conversation with Lisa Rickert,  recalls the swimming pool and his short affair with cricket. He also describes his musical sessions with Quinny and playing at the Walkabout. 

Ben Stoddart Part 2 - Friends and characters, Lisa’s work, Family, Impact of COVID

In this podcast Ben Stoddart, in conversation with Lisa Rickert,  names some friends and characters he has encountered in Newman. He  details some the jobs his wife Lisa was engaged in at the Mine. He talks about his family and Newman Day Care. He also outlines the impact of COVID whilst working at the mine.

Ben Stoddart Part 1 - Arrival in Newman, First Impressions and Living in the Fairways

In this podcast, Ben Stoddart, in conversation with Lisa Rickert,  recalls his arrival in Newman with his wife Lisa, after leaving Darwin. He describes his various jobs, ending up with Workpac in Newman. He also tells of his first impressions of the town and how he felt that he fitted there. His first accommodation was in The Fairways and he remembers moving in there.

Linton Rumble Part 5 - Characters, Memorial Garden, Horses, Dogs, Bikes

In this podcast Linton Rumble, in conversation with Lisa Rickert,  recalls some characters from Paraburdoo. He and Lisa reminisce about the Memorial Garden. He also describes the horse club and dog training and facilities for bikes.

Linton Rumble Part 4 - 40th and 50th celebrations, Strikes, Cyclones, Annual Events

In this podcast Linton Rumble, in conversation with Lisa Rickert,  recalls the 40th and 50th celebrations in Paraburdoo. He also remembers the Strikes in the early 90s and the Cyclones that went through town. He also describes some of the annual events that are celebrated in Paraburdoo. 

Linton Rumble Part 3 - Men’s shed, Tidy Towns, Shire of Ashburton, Golf, Pool and changes in the town

In this podcast Linton Rumble, in conversation with Lisa Rickert,  talks about his involvement in the Men's Shed, Tidy Towns and the Shire of Ashburton. He also compares the golf course and the swimming pool to Newman. And he recalls the changes that happened as a result of FIFO and the 12 hour shifts.

Linton Rumble Part 2 - Flying, Tennis, New Para Hub, Red Dog Puppy Info Bay

In this podcast Linton Rumble, in conversation with Lisa Rickert,  talks about his involvement with flying and its relationship to charities. He also describes the new Para Hub which caters for many sports in the town. Like all towns, there are still many opportunities for further upgrades.

Linton Rumble Part 1 - Arrival in Paraburdoo, what the town was like, Clubs available in the town in the 80s.

In this podcast Linton Rumble, in conversation with Lisa Rickert,  recalls his arrival in Paraburdoo from Melbourne in 1985. He describes his trip to Para  and how he found the town. He also describes the Clubs that were available in the 80s.

Britt McDonald (Clampett) Part 4 - Facilities in Newman, Shops, Y, Nightclub, Ken Wilson, Horse Story, Changes in Newman

In this podcast Britt McDonald (Clampett) recalls the facilities that were available to her in Newman, the new Rec centre and the Y. he also describes the shops that were there and the highlight was the opening of the nightclub! Her memorable person was Ken Wilson from the Horse Club. She recounts another story about her adventures on riding the horses in the bush.