Newmanhistory6753 Podcast

Rod and Maxine Matthews Part 5 - Sports involvement and stories of their time in Newman

In this podcast Rod and Maxine describe their involvement in sports in the town. They also share stories of the "Granny Season" and the Christmas spent with no aircon! Rod also tells of his involvement with the Newman Deep Sea Fishing Club - where he caught the Sundowner across to Hedland to go out fishing.

Rod and Maxine Matthews Part 4 - Characters they met along the way

In this podcast Rod and Maxine remember some characters from their time in Newman.

Barry Hibben Part 9 - Changes in Newman town and on the mine during his stay.

In this podcast Barry Hibben describes the changes that happened in Newman during his time there - both in the town and on the Mine. He also reflects on the ability of the North West and the red dirt to get into your blood.

Barry Hibben Part 8 - Involvement in Sport

In this podcast Barry Hibben reflects on the role of the NNFL as the major component of football in the early days. He names his best footballers of the early 70s and also outlines his participation in other sports. In particular he recalls the cricket match involving Rod Marsh, Mick Malone and Dennis Lillee.

Barry Hibben Part 7 - Characters encountered along the way

In this podcast Barry Hibben talks about some of the characters he encountered during his stay in Newman. He especially refers to the Core Shed and to the Geologists.

Barry Hibben Part 6 - KNOBS (Kneeshaw Newman Old Bods Sojourn)

In this podcast Barry Hibbens describes the reunion trip to the Pilbara for some of the original geologists involved in Mt Newman Mining. Sadly Mal Kneeshaw died just before the trip was to take place, so  the "K" is in his honour!

Barry Hibben Part 5 - Origins of the town of Newman

In this podcast, Barry Hibben recalls how the plans for Newman town were drawn up and how the town actually evolved into being.

Barry Hibben Part 4 - Influences on the Newman community and memories of Cyclone Sheila

In this podcast Barry Hibben  talks about the influences he experienced during his time in Newman. He mentions how football really enhanced the sense of community. He also describes the positive aspect of the Unions as they allowed community events to take place, once the shifts were organised to give free time for community involvement. He goes on  to describe the effect of Cyclone Sheila and its effect on the railway in particular.

Barry Hibben Part 3 - Job description and work colleagues.

In this podcast Barry  Hibben describes what his job entailed and what the geologists were required to do. He also mentions some of his work colleagues including Bill Knox, Mal Kneeshaw and Hugh Jones.

Barry Hibben Part 2 - Early years on the Mine and in the town

In this podcast Barry Hibben recalls what the Mine was like in the very early days when he visited from Perth. He also talks about his pride in seeing the town of Newman develop after he had been involved at the planning stage. He describes his house and his early days in Newman.