Newmanhistory6753 Podcast

Pat and Eva Smith Part 1 - Coming to Newman from Africa and how Pat came to work in the Power House

In this podcast, Pat and Eva Smith describe why they came to Newman from Africa. Pat also tells of his early dislike of working on the shovels and how that helped him to move to the Power House where he stayed for the rest of their time in Newman. Eva recalls starting in the Newman hospital in August 1975.

Peter and Glenda Withers Part 7 - Significant changes in Newman and key people who kept sport going.

In this podcast, Peter and Glenda Withers discuss the changes that they noticed during their time in Newman. One of the most significant was the introduction of FIFO workers which devastated the sport in town. Peter also recalls some of  the key people who kept sport going in Newman.

Peter and Glenda Withers Part 6 - Role of Sport in Newman

In this podcast, Peter and Glenda Withers talk about their involvement in Sport in Newman and the important role that sport played in our town.

Peter and Glenda Withers Part 5- Involvement in Football in Newman - both Tigers and NNFL

In this podcast, Peter and Glenda Withers describe their involvement in the Australian Rules football at Newman, especially with the Tigers Football Club and also with Newman National Football League, where Peter was President.

Peter and Glenda Withers Part 4- Bloody Slow Cup and other voluntary roles

In this podcast, Peter and Glenda Withers talk about the evolution of the Bloody Slow Cup and their involvement with the fundraising for Legacy. Peter also describes his participation in various other voluntary roles and the awards he received in recognition of this. 

Liz Burgoyne and Paddy Woodall Part 5 - Newman Reunions and long lasting connections. Teaching the Daniels girls to drive.

In this podcast, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, Liz Burgoyne (nee Daniels) and Paddy (Michael) Woodall   recall some Newman Reunions and the long lasting connections between Newman friends. Paddy also recalls trying to teach Liz and her sister how to drive!

Liz Burgoyne and Paddy Woodall Part 4 - Newman Cemetery, Housing In Newman, Mining in WA

In this podcast, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, Liz Burgoyne (nee Daniels) and Paddy (Michael) Woodall   discuss the Newman Cemetery and how it has evolved into a peaceful place over the years. Paddy's standout was how the town has grown in size with increased housing, although many of the houses are unoccupied. They also discuss the state of mining in Western Australia, especially with the expansion of Lithium mining.

Liz Burgoyne and Paddy Woodall Part 3 - Ray Daniels, Pilbara towns that are no longer there, Physical view of the town from Radio Hill

In this podcast, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, Liz and Paddy talk about the role that Ray Daniels played as Shire President of the East Pilbara Shire. They also discussed the Pilbara towns that have disappeared eg Goldsworthy and Shay Gap. And they described the physical view of the town from Radio Hill and how things have changed.

Liz Burgoyne and Paddy Woodall Part 2 - Early memories of Newman and the beginning of the Newman Fire Brigade

Liz and Paddy both describe their early memories of Newman after they moved there. They also recall how Liz's father, Ray Daniels, who was the Shire President, helped to instigate the Newman Fire Brigade in town. 

Liz Burgoyne (nee Daniels) and Paddy (Michael) Woodall Part 1 - Changes in Newman

Liz Burgoyne (nee Daniels) and Paddy (Michael) Woodall came to Newman for the 40 years Reunion of the Newman Fire Brigade. In this episode they tell of the many changes they have noticed both in the town and out at the Capricorn Roadhouse.