Newmanhistory6753 Podcast

Cheryl Nugent Part 3 - Fortescue Festival, Picture Gardens, Sports Involvement, Company Functions, Stories

In this podcast Cheryl Nugent, in conversation with Lisa Rickert,   recalls the Fortescue Festival and the Boxing Match. She also describes the Picture Gardens and how the single guys avoided payment. She remembers how Des used to tease her when the Post deliveries commenced in town. She and Des both played squash and Des also played cricket and football for Pioneers. She adds some names on the photo of the Ten Year function held at the Community Hall.

Cheryl Nugent Part 2 - Social Life, Pioneers, Catholic Church, Neighbours, Cake making

In this podcast Cheryl Nugent, in conversation with Lisa Rickert,   discusses what the social life was like in Newman in the very early days. Des was very involved in the establishment of the Pioneers Football Club, especially the fund raising. Des was also very involved with the building of the Catholic Church in Warman Ave and Cheryl recalls where Mass was celebrated before the Church was built, and Fr Brian Ahearn who was the first Parish Priest. She remembers her neighbours and their children and how everyone helped each other. Lisa reminded Cheryl how she used to make Barbie Doll cakes for her friends, and wedding cakes as well. There was a massive social life happening, especially in the Nugent's back yard. 

Cheryl Nugent Part 1 - Arrival in Newman, Shopping, Hospital, Dr Peter Eckhart and Marj

In this podcast Cheryl Nugent, in conversation with Lisa Rickert,   remembers moving to Newman in 1969 and living at 25 Warman Ave. She describes shopping  at Collins Supermarket in town.  She also recalls the original hospital in town and the role of Dr Peter Eckhart and his wife Marj, including fixing Des' knee after an accident on the Mine. 

Mick Carr Part 4 - Newman friends, Union Involvement, Changes in the workplace, especially Health and Safety

In this podcast Mick Carr, in conversation with Lisa Rickert,  reflects on how easy it is to catch up with Newman friends, even after many years. He also recalls his involvement with the Union and the changes that came into the workplace, especially regarding Health and Safety. 

Mick Carr Part 3 - Special Events, 40th and 50th Reunion, Bad Losers Award

In this podcast Mick Carr, in conversation with Lisa Rickert,  remembers some special events held at the Pioneers Club, such as a Players Review. He then describes returning to Newman after leaving and also recalls  the 40th Reunion of the Club and compares it with the 50th Reunion, outlining the highlights of the weekend. He especially remembered the "Bad Losers" award and the day Alan Whyborn won it!

Mick Carr Part 2 - Apprenticeship, John Cartwright, Pioneers, memorable people, especially Declan Finnegan

In this podcast Mick Carr, in conversation with Lisa Rickert,  describes his apprenticeship at the Mine and how John Cartwright taught him many skills, including life skills. He remembers how Pat Smith and his son Dave recruited him for Pioneers football club, and how everyone there became instant mates. Some of Pioneers people he recalls include Dave Cant, Jenky, the McCoy boys and many more. He also tells a few stories about Declan Finnegan, who he remembers as one of the real characters of the Club. 

Paul Mete Part 8 - Comparing communities and fond memories of life in the Pilbara and up North.

In this podcast Paul, in conversation with Lisa Rickert,  concludes his memories by comparing life in the Pilbara and up North, with living in the city or rural communities.

Paul Mete Part 7 - Memories of building the Breakwater at Onslow in the mid 1960s

In this podcast Paul, in conversation with Lisa Rickert,  recalls working in Onslow and how he problem solved moving rocks that weighed 6 tons as they built the Breakwater in the mid 1960s.

Paul Mete Part 6 - Working across Pilbara Towns

In this podcast Paul, in conversation with Lisa Rickert,  recalls working in, or visiting, many towns throughout the Pilbara, including Goldsworthy, Shay Gap, Port Hedland, Paraburdoo, Tom Price, Wittenoom, Roy Hill where he met Gina Reinhart and her Dad, Lang Hancock!

Paul Mete Part 5 - Fishing story, Highlights, Mum, life after retirement

In this podcast Paul, in conversation with Lisa Rickert,  continues telling stories of his time in the Pilbara, including a great fishing story! He recalls the highlights of his working life, especially acquiring skills to help in his trade. He again refers to his relationship with his Mum and why he chose to move away from her. He also describes his life after retirement.