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Newmanhistory6753 Podcast

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10:26

Nev and Carol Knight Part 1 -Arrival in Newman,...

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2023/03/01

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.

08:12

Ron and Jan Anderson Part 6 - People remembered,...

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2023/02/28

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.

07:28

Ron and Jan Anderson Part 5 - Cyclone parties,...

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2023/02/28

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

08:57

Ron and Jan Anderson Part 4 - Strikes, Unions,...

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2023/02/28

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.

04:49

Ron and Jan Anderson Part 3 - Jan’s employment in...

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2023/02/28

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.

08:17

Ron and Jan Anderson Part 2 - Various jobs on the...

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2023/02/27

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.

08:26

Ron and Jan Anderson Part 1 - Arrival in Newman, new...

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2023/02/27

In this podcast Ron and Jan Anderson, talk about their arrival in Newman, getting a brand new house, and their early life in Newman. They also talk about their kids' experience in the schools and various after school activities.

18:24

Nathalie and Quentin Larose Part 4 - Permanent...

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2023/02/18

In this podcast, sister and brother Nathalie and Quentin Larose join with Lisa Rickert to discuss their journey to permanent residency and citizenship and the effect it has had on them. They also talk about how Newman has changed them to be better people as they reflect on Newman as diverse community. As they return to France they acknowledge Newman as home.

12:57

Nathalie and Quentin Larose Part 3 - Accommodation in...

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2023/02/18

In this podcast, sister and brother Nathalie and Quentin Larose join with Lisa Rickert to recall their struggles with getting appropriate accommodation in Newman, and eventually they turned to house sitting which worked out well for them. They also talk about how they valued the Newman Community.

12:36

Francois (Frank) Carbonell Part 7 - Friends,...

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2023/02/13

In this podcast Francois (Frank) Carbonell covers a variety of topics - his friends, discrimination in the workplace and changes over his time in Newman. He also recalls when the company offered to change the wage structure.

12:37

Francois (Frank) Carbonell Part 6 - Major influences,...

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2023/02/12

In this podcast Francois (Frank) Carbonell talks about the major influences that affected his life, Newman as a town, and the many and various jobs or roles he has undertaken in his life. He also remembers the strikes and the drive-in and being a projectionist in town.

08:19

Francois (Frank) Carbonell Part 5 - Arrival in...

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2023/02/11

In this podcast Francois (Frank) Carbonell remembers how he and his family came to Newman from Whyalla and how they came on the Indian Pacific train to Perth. He also recalls where they lived in Newman and the expertise of Dr Eckhart. He also talks about the activities his kids were involved in the town.

03:20

Francois (Frank) Carbonell Part 4 - his time with the...

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2023/02/11

In this podcast Francois (Frank) Carbonell refers to his pictures of various things he made or had an influence on during his time with the RSL. Please see his photo album to view these pictures.

11:21

Francois (Frank) Carbonell Part 3 - Involvement in...

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2023/02/08

In this podcast Francois (Frank) Carbonell recalls his involvement in many groups in Newman, including the Lions Club, the RSL and the Ambulance Service.

07:37

Francois (Frank) Carbonell Part 2 - Sickness and...

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2023/02/08

In this podcast Francois (Frank) Carbonell discusses how because of sickness, and being unable to drive, he was forced to take up a new position as a secretary in the Workshop.

05:34

Francois (Frank) Carbonell Part 1 - Arrival in Newman...

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2023/02/07

In this podcast, Francois explains how he came to Newman from France, via Whyalla.

10:26

Jim and Shirley Ward Part 4 - Sundowner, Changes in...

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2023/01/29

In this podcast Jim and Shirley Ward talk about the using the Sundowner to transport various groups between Newman and Hedland. They also discuss the changes they noticed in the town over the years they were there. Jim describes a few people who stand out in his memory. and he concludes by remembering his stays in Newman when his shift was finished.

10:38

Jim Ward Part 3 - Life in Port Hedland town, Cyclone...

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2023/01/29

In this podcast Jim and Shirley Ward talk about life in the town of Port Hedland. They recall the impact that Cyclone Joan had on the town, and remember the multiple strikes that happened during their stay there. Shirley also discusses the shops and facilities that were available at that time in Hedland.

09:29

Jim Ward Part 2 - Tensions at work, job description...

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2023/01/29

In this podcast Jim Ward talks about the tensions between the train drivers and the workers and the strikes that would happen. He then gives a job description of the life of a loco driver, including the journey, the Line Camps and the major influences in his job.

07:01

Jim Ward Part 1 - Arrival in Hedland as a loco...

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2023/01/28

In this podcast Jim Ward discusses how he arrived in Port Hedland from New Zealand to follow his career as a locomotive driver on the ore trains that made the regular trips between Hedland and Newman. He talks about the accommodation that was available for train drivers in the South Hedland "high rise". He also sadly describes how his first wife died of cancer, and how good the Company was to him at that time. He was also involved in setting up the first Aussie Rules football club in Hedland - the

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