Newmanhistory6753 Podcast
Immerse yourself in the history of Newman 6753 WA
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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

Sep 19, 2023
Sep 19, 2023
15 min
In this podcast, Russell Phillis describes his many and various jobs around Newman, beginning with working for Max Daniels then moving on to the Mine and eventually getting his crane ticket and becoming a shovel driver.

Sep 13, 2023
Sep 13, 2023
11 min
In this podcast, Lyn and Russell Phillis describe their journey up to Newman and their first stay there in the Fortescue Caravan Park, out near the river as Russell's first job was with Max Daniels. They recall their first impressions of the town and how they eventually moved into town when Russell took a job at the mine, graduating first to a flat and then a house in town.

Aug 30, 2023
Aug 30, 2023
5 min
In this podcast, Rob describes his involvement in the Arts, especially music, whilst in Newman. He also recalls his involvement in the Catholic Church. He was also a participant in Indoor Cricket.

Aug 30, 2023
Aug 30, 2023
8 min
In this podcast, Rob discusses the schools, his job description, working in the mine and the town, highlights of his stay there, new friends made and the 1988 Strike.

Aug 30, 2023
Aug 30, 2023
9 min
In this podcast, Rob recalls how he arrived in Newman and his first impressions. He talks about his family and some of the friends he made through his time in Newman.

Aug 30, 2023
Aug 30, 2023
8 min
In this podcast, Rob describes his journey as an immigrant from Mauritius to Perth with his wife and little children. He went through various jobs before his paperwork arrived from Mauritius, which allowed to work in his trade as an electrician.

Aug 14, 2023
Aug 14, 2023
11 min
In this podcast, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, John recalls his arrival in Goldsworthy, the flight there and conditions in the camp. He also has some stories to share from his time there. He later moved to Port Hedland for a short time and he talks about his time there as well.

Aug 13, 2023
Aug 13, 2023
11 min
In this podcast Gaye Anderson-Rich, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, comments on the changes in town since she left. She talks about her kids and their involvement in sport in Newman - especially Basketball. She remembers the early Fortescue Festivals and the floats that were part of that. She also recalls the Newman Races and getting dressed up for that event! Although she didn't experience a cyclone in Newman, she vividly recalls being in one in Karratha.

Aug 11, 2023
Aug 11, 2023
5 min
In this podcast Gaye Anderson-Rich, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, both recall their experience of SHRM and Poons and the Mess. Gaye recalls the creativity of her daughter Jane, who designed a special dress for the Ball, along with interesting centre pieces for the table - consisting of silver painted nuts and bolts from Haulpaks.

Aug 9, 2023
Aug 9, 2023
5 min
In this podcast Gaye Anderson-Rich, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, remembers how safe and easy the Newman life style was. She describes when the Anglican Church was built and how the Archbishop of Canterbury, Robert Runcie, came to the opening. She also recalls her encounter recently with "Tricky" who has been her for over 40 years.


