Newmanhistory6753 Podcast

Nev and Carol Knight Part 5 - Voluntary work, Christmas Elf, Drug and Alcohol Tests, Supervising exams

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.

Nev and Carol Knight Part 4 - Lawnmowing and Cleaning Business, Book Club and Trivia nights.

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.

Nev and Carol Knight Part 3 - Jobs on the Hill, Social life, Characters of Newman and Changes in the town

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.

Nev and Carol Knight Part 2 - Various charities supported through Nev’s

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.

Nev and Carol Knight Part 1 -Arrival in Newman, Rottnest Swim, Being Santa and constructing Santa’s sleigh

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.

Ron and Jan Anderson Part 6 - People remembered, clubs and committees, changes in the town and benefits of living in Newman

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.

Ron and Jan Anderson Part 5 - Cyclone parties, facilities in town and memories of Dr Eckhart

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

Ron and Jan Anderson Part 4 - Strikes, Unions, influences such as drug and alcohol testing, and their experience of the town

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.

Ron and Jan Anderson Part 3 - Jan’s employment in Newman and the advantages of the Company owned town

In this podcast  Jan  Anderson  describes her employment in Newman, including working at Collins Supermarket and taking over the Material shop in town. Ron also talks about the advantages of a Company owned town.

Ron and Jan Anderson Part 2 - Various jobs on the Mine, Life as a loco driver

In this podcast Ron  Anderson, talks about the various jobs he held on the Mine, and how he eventually became a loco driver. He recalls his life as a loco driver.