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Newman town was originally constructed to house the workforce for the iron ore mine located on nearby Mt Whaleback. The town was raised from the red dirt desert of the Pilbara and many of the residents reflect on those experiences in the early days, as the town evolved from its early beginnings
Episodes

Tuesday Mar 07, 2023
Tuesday Mar 07, 2023
In this podcast Joanne Barfield recalls her school life in Newman, and receiving a traineeship with the Mine and what that entailed.

Saturday Mar 04, 2023
Saturday Mar 04, 2023
In this podcast Nev and Carol Knight, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, offer some advice to newcomers to Newman. They also discuss Carol's journey with Breast Cancer and the role that Crawford Lodge played during her treatment in Perth.

Friday Mar 03, 2023
Friday Mar 03, 2023
In this podcast Nev and Carol Knight, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, recall their voluntary work in town, including manning the History Centre. Carol was the Christmas Elf and Santa's helper! She was also the person who administered drug and alcohol tests in town. Carol also supervised exams at the TAFE.

Friday Mar 03, 2023
Friday Mar 03, 2023
In this podcast Nev and Carol Knight, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, talk about the Lawn Mowing and Cleaning Business they were engaged in. Carol also talks about her involvement with Book Club and Trivia nights at the Purple Pub.

Wednesday Mar 01, 2023
Wednesday Mar 01, 2023
In this podcast Nev and Carol Knight, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, describe Nev's different jobs on the Hill. They also talk about their social life and membership in the Bowling Club. They also remember some characters they've met in Newman and reflect on the many changes that have taken place in the town during their stay there.

Wednesday Mar 01, 2023
Wednesday Mar 01, 2023
In this podcast Nev and Carol Knight, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, outline some of the many charities that have benefited from Nev's support and the generosity of Newman people and businesses.

Wednesday Mar 01, 2023
Wednesday Mar 01, 2023
In this podcast Nev and Carol Knight, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, recall their arrival in Newman in 2007. They quickly became involved in many community activities, including introducing the Rottnest Swim as a fund raiser for RFDS. And Nev became the town Santa and built a wonderful sleigh, together with many other helpers from Newman.

Tuesday Feb 28, 2023
Tuesday Feb 28, 2023
In this podcast Ron and Jan Anderson recall some people they remember, Clubs and Committees they were a part of, significant changes in the town over the time they were there and the benefits of living in Newman.

Tuesday Feb 28, 2023
Tuesday Feb 28, 2023
In this podcast Ron and Jan Anderson remember Cyclone Parties, the various facilities in town and share their memories of Dr Eckhart.

Tuesday Feb 28, 2023
Tuesday Feb 28, 2023
In this podcast Ron and Jan Anderson recall Strikes, the role of the Unions, the influence of Drug and Alcohol testing, BHP as a company, and their experience of the town, especially when their son died.