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Newmanhistory6753 Podcast

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Immerse yourself in the history of Newman 6753 WA

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09:01

Vic Gecas Part 5 - Beginnings of Newman radio 6NEW...

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2023/08/07

In this podcast, Vic Gecas recalls the beginnings of the Newman radio station 6NEW and his time as an announcer there.

07:39

Vic Gecas Part 4 - Teaching Phys Ed, Newman Town,...

Newmanhistory6753 Podcast ·

2023/08/07

In this podcast, Vic Gecas outlines his job as a Phys Ed teacher. He includes reflections on Newman town, Cyclones and Strikes, Newman Club and his encounter with Grantley Dee.

10:17

Vic Gecas - Part 3 NSHS, factions Interschool sports...

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2023/08/05

In this podcast, Vic Gecas describes Newman Senior High School in the late 70s. He talks about the factions, interschool sports and Country Week. He also shares some stories from Jigalong, Wittenoom and Whim Creek.

08:18

Vic Gecas Part 2- intro of radio TV and telephone,...

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2023/08/04

In this podcast, Vic Gecas remembers how radio, TV and the telephone were gradually introduced into Newman town. He recalls how the chemist, Greg McKay, who was also the coach of Centrals, sold records from the pharmacy. Vic talks about the living quarters for teachers and some of the characters that shared those flats. And he also describes how he re-introduced junior footy together with another teacher from the High School.

08:43

Vic Gecas Part 1 - Early days in Newman and picnics...

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2023/08/04

In this podcast, Vic Gecas describes how he came to Newman for his first teaching appointment as a Phys Ed teacher. He describes the High School in its early days and how he managed to teach PE in the Newman heat. He also tells of his expeditions to the water holes in his Toyota Corolla.

08:13

Pat and Eva Smith Part 10 - People they remember and...

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2023/07/21

In this podcast, Pat and Eva Smith describe some of the people they remember including Father Dekker. They also recall significant changes they have noticed in the town while they lived there and after a return visit last year.

07:52

Pat and Eva Smith Part 9 - Life in the Lions Club and...

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2023/07/20

In this podcast, Pat and Eva Smith recall how they were involved in the community in Newman. Pet describes his life in the Lions Club, including the time they rode to Perth to raise money for a heart monitor for the hospital. Pat also describes his feeling of belonging at the Pioneers Football Club.

07:09

Pat and Eva Smith Part 8 - Life in Newman Town and...

Newmanhistory6753 Podcast ·

2023/07/19

In this podcast, Pat and Eva Smith recall what life was like in Newman town and share some stories from that time.

10:32

Pat and Eva Smith Part 7 - Cyclones and Strikes

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2023/07/19

In this podcast, Pat and Eva Smith remember when the cyclones hit the town. They also discussed the strikes they experienced whilst in Newman, especially relating to the Power Station which was an essential service.

06:49

Pat and Eva Smith Part 6 Changes in the town and...

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2023/07/12

In this podcast, Pat and Eva Smith reflect on the changes in the town and the influences that affected their jobs.

09:13

Pat and Eva Smith Part 5 - Job descriptions

Newmanhistory6753 Podcast ·

2023/07/12

In this podcast, Pat and Eva Smith describe their jobs in Newman. Eva worked as a nurse in Newman hospital and Pat worked at the Power Station.

03:37

Pat and Eva Smith Part 4 - Experiences with the schools

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2023/07/12

In this podcast, Pat and Eva Smith discuss their experiences with the schools that their children attended.

05:48

Pat and Eva Smith Part 3 Life in South Africa and...

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2023/07/11

In this podcast, Pat and Eva Smith talk about their lives in Africa and the shadow that apartheid cast over their lives.

07:06

Pat and Eva Smith Part 2 - Arrival in Newman and...

Newmanhistory6753 Podcast ·

2023/07/11

In this podcast, Pat and Eva Smith describe their journey to Newman and their first impressions of both the town and the mine.

06:38

Pat and Eva Smith Part 1 - Coming to Newman from...

Newmanhistory6753 Podcast ·

2023/07/11

In this podcast, Pat and Eva Smith describe why they came to Newman from Africa. Pat also tells of his early dislike of working on the shovels and how that helped him to move to the Power House where he stayed for the rest of their time in Newman. Eva recalls starting in the Newman hospital in August 1975.

11:59

Peter and Glenda Withers Part 7 - Significant changes...

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2023/06/24

In this podcast, Peter and Glenda Withers discuss the changes that they noticed during their time in Newman. One of the most significant was the introduction of FIFO workers which devastated the sport in town. Peter also recalls some of the key people who kept sport going in Newman.

09:20

Peter and Glenda Withers Part 6 - Role of Sport in...

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2023/06/24

In this podcast, Peter and Glenda Withers talk about their involvement in Sport in Newman and the important role that sport played in our town.

13:34

Peter and Glenda Withers Part 5- Involvement in...

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2023/06/23

In this podcast, Peter and Glenda Withers describe their involvement in the Australian Rules football at Newman, especially with the Tigers Football Club and also with Newman National Football League, where Peter was President.

13:16

Peter and Glenda Withers Part 4- Bloody Slow Cup and...

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2023/06/22

In this podcast, Peter and Glenda Withers talk about the evolution of the Bloody Slow Cup and their involvement with the fundraising for Legacy. Peter also describes his participation in various other voluntary roles and the awards he received in recognition of this.

09:47

Liz Burgoyne and Paddy Woodall Part 5 - Newman...

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2023/06/21

In this podcast, in conversation with Lisa Rickert, Liz Burgoyne (nee Daniels) and Paddy (Michael) Woodall recall some Newman Reunions and the long lasting connections between Newman friends. Paddy also recalls trying to teach Liz and her sister how to drive!

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