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To get involved call: 9177 8290

Australia Day Honours

The Shire of East Pilbara celebrated
Australia Day with the 2016 Premier's
Australia Day Active Citizenship Awards
which were presented to Suzy Fletcher
Oldham (Newman), Olga Potter (Marble
Bar) and Gregory Yeo (Nullagine).

NEWMAN
NEWS

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NEWMANS COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER

March 2016, Issue 162

The Community Group or Event category

was awarded to the Newman Sports and
Recreation Club Inc.
Photographs taken from the Shire of East
Pilbaras FaceBook page.

Congratulations to all nominees including

Jackie Bickendorf, Dwayne Ehrenreich,
Adelle Spencer and Sheryl Pobrica. Their
contributions to our community have been
outstanding and make Newman a better
place to live.

Top: Shire President Lynne Craigie and

Ambassador Dr John Van Bockxmeer
Middle: Newman Clubs President Paul Bonney
with past and present committee members
Above: Nominees Adelle Spencer, Jackie
Bickendorf and Dwayne Ehrenreich
Centre: Newman Aquatic Centres team helping
with the Australia Day celebrations
Left: Councillor Anita Grace with Premier's
Active Citizenship Award (Newman) recipient
Suzy Fletcher Oldham
All photographs from the Shires FaceBook
page

Celebrate
Bike Week
The Shire of East Pilbara is celebrating Bike Week with the launch of their new
Newman Recreation Map. This handy pocket sized map illustrates the dual use
walk/cycle paths around Newman to encourage us to all use active transport to
discover Newman.

SATURDAY 12 MARCH
Pick up a free copy of the map and join in a COMMUNITY BIKE RIDE followed by a free healthy
breakfast. Cyclists should meet at the Newman Recreation Centre at 7am.
All ages and abilities are welcome, although children should be accompanied
by a parent/guardian. HELMETS MANDATORY.
Not a cyclist? Join us anyway for a free healthy breakfast at the
Recreation Centre from 8am.

BIKE SKILLS WORKSHOPS

Learn how to ride confidently and safely through demos and practical activities.
This two hour session includes: bike & helmet checks / maintenance requirements / safety discussions /
road awareness / bike handling & riding skills.
Saturday 12 March 9am - 11am for Adult Rusty Riders
Been a while since you have been on a bike? This free session
will give you the skills and confidence to get riding again

Saturday 12 March 5pm - 7pm for children 8+

Sunday 13 March 8am - 10am for children 8+
Limited places are available on these
FREE workshops - bookings essential.
For more information contact
Newman Recreation Centre on 9177 8075
or email mrs@eastpilbara.wa.gov.au

Australia Day Honours

New Newman Members on Board

Extract from the Shire of East Pilbaras Australia

Day Award Active Citizenship Awards

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Active Premier Award (Newman):

Suzy Oldham
Suzy has an immense capacity to engage
and encourage the youth and children of
Newman. For many years through Scouts
and Girl Guides, Suzy has inspired many
of her charges to better things by actively
participating in community activities. She
has served the youth of her community
by driving the Scouts and Guides groups
to events and activities and is an active
volunteer at the YMCA, helping to keep
children active in Newman.
Community Group Award:
The Newman Club
The Newman Club has long since provided
Newman with hospitality and home for
the Newman Bowls Club, mens and ladies
darts, and squash but has struggled to stay
afloat over the past few years. Due to the
dedication of several selfless volunteers,
The Newman Club has survived for the
benefit of the Newman community. The
Club also came to aid of the Shire of East
Pilbara when they allowed the 2016 Artist
in Residence to use the squash courts as a
makeshift artist studio when the original
premises were unavailable for use. With
the support of the community and active
volunteers, the Newman Club has been
revived and still serves as a wonderful
meeting place for the residents of Newman.

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The Pilbara Development Commission has

taken two more Newman representatives
on its board. Congratulations to Gerry
Parsons and Jeton Ahmedi, both Shire of
East Pilbara Councillors and very active
community members, representing many
groups and associations.

Small Business Grants

BHP Billiton Iron Ore recently partnered

with the Western Australian Department
of Commerce to improve the capacity and
competitiveness of small and medium
sized businesses in Hedland and Newman,
through the Industry Facilitation and
Support Programme (IFSP). Eligible
businesses in Port Hedland, South
Hedland and Newman received grants
of up to $20,000 for activities including
occupational health, safety and quality
systems, equipment purchases and upskilling employees. A total of 14 businesses
have benefitted from this programme.

Apprentices, Trainees and Residents

Since 1974, BHP Billiton Iron Ore have

been inviting local residents to apply for
various positions in the residentially based
Apprentice and Traineeship programme.
The 2015 intake saw 25 trainees and
apprentices commence in their roles with
an additional 21 apprentices and trainees
being welcomed in 2016. It was also the
first time residentially based traineeships in
the mining production team were offered.
More than 100 people from Newman have
now been involved in an apprenticeship or
traineeship with BHPBIO in the past two
years alone, gaining invaluable experience
in the mining industry and giving them a
kick start to their career.
The Eastern Ridge operations were also
approached with regards to transitioning
to a residential employment arrangement.
150 employees were surveyed to determine
their interest in relocating to Newman.
Around 15 employees have shown interest
in considering re-location, and five are
relocating to Newman in the first quarter
of 2016.

BHP on FaceBook

BHP Billiton Iron Ore Western Australia has

launched their official Facebook page. They
are excited to join Facebook and share
information with their employees, host
communities, partners and the wider WA
community.

New Police in Town

With the loss of several of Newman Police

Stations team to transfer in 2015, they
welcome to Sergeant Grant Berry who
came from Paraburdoo, Constable Aiden
Tucker up from Merredin, and Constable
Tim Rainer for his first stint in the bush up
from Perth.

SJA at the Community

Expo
St John Ambulance was one of the groups
that attended the Newman Mainstreet
Projects Community Expo and Valentines
Market on 13 February.
Tenielle Lewis, SJA Newmans new kit
servicing officer had an amazing response
and sold a range of first aid kits. John
Crosbie, relief Community Paramedic, was
on hand to talk to prospective volunteers
and explain our role in the community.
Volunteer Ambulance Officer, Jess
Vrielink, and Ambulance Officer (and
Office Manager), Wendy Hagan, helped
draw a crowd of kids by performing
electrocardiograms and offering stretcher
hot laps around the markets.
Newman St John Ambulance is a not for
profit emergency services that generates
its income through the sales of first aid
kits and kit servicing, providing first aid
courses, ambulance memberships and
ambulance call out fees. To support them
and keep your family, friends, and co-works
safe, please obtain your first aid courses
and supplies locally.
For enquiries please call 9175 1105 or
email newmansja@westnet.com.au
Emergencies 000

Companion Cards
The Shire of East Pilbara has introduced the
Companion Card ensuring that people with
disability in the East Pilbara have the same
opportunities to access Shire services and
events as others.
The Companion Card is issued to people
with a significant and permanent disability
who require attendant care support from
a companion. With this card, companions
in the East Pilbara will now be granted free
admission to Shire venues as attendant care
support. This includes the Newman Aquatic
Centre and the Newman Recreation Centre.
This is a very positive decision by Council
as not only is it fair for the companions
of people with disability but it also helps
ensure that the Shire of East Pilbara venues
comply with existing anti-discrimination
legislation, said Shire President Lynne
Craigie.
The Companion Card program has been
running in WA since 2006. The Companion
Card is issued to people with a significant
and permanent disability who require
attendant care support from a companion
to participate at most venues and activities.
For more information about the
Companion Card please contact the
Manager Recreation and Events Simmone
Van Buerle at the Shire on 9175 8000 or
www.companioncard.org.au

Newman Rodeo
By Jacinta Ronchi

The Newman Campdraft and Rodeo

Associations April event has attracted
Newman competitors as well as those from
the wider Pilbara community and the state
of WA. NCDARA was established in 1996
with its first rodeo in 1998.
As with most community activities and
events, they depend on funding and
volunteers. This years event was in doubt
but has finally been confirmed thanks to
the wonderful support of the following
businesses:
GOLD SPONSORS
Fortescue Helicopters
Jarrubardji Total Waste Management
Outback Travel Stop
SILVER SPONSORS
Crawshaw Contracting
GSC Hire
RIO Tinto HAPP Project
ME Holdings
Coates Hire Equipment
Country Chiropractor
Transpac Waste
BRONZE SPONSORS
East Pilbara Tyre Service
Dirty Grotts Cleaning
Woolworths Newman
Pre-sale tickets will be available at the
shopping centre in March offering a
discount and an entry in the draw to win
some great prizes.
1st Prize: a scenic helicopter ride donated
by Fortescue Helicopters
2nd Prize: a beautiful lightning photo by
James Curry at Country Captures
3rd Prize: an esky donated by Anita Grace
at Cellarbrations
Come to the rodeo on 9 April to see rope
and tie events, steer wrestling, team
roping, barrel racing, breakaway roping,
bareback riding as well as bull riding.

Tenielle Lewis (left) Newman SJA Kit Servicing Officer; John Crosbie (centre)
SJA Community Paramedic; and Wendy Hagan (right) SJA Officer and
Newman SJA Office Manager
Photograph provided by St John Ambulance

St John Ambulance showing children the stretcher and some emergency

procedures during the Community Expo and Markets. Luckily they were
only role playing.
Photograph provided by St John Ambulance

Many thanks to all the

businesses above, and
all the helpers who
have come forward to
get this show on the
road. Now lets rodeo!

6NEW - Newmans Community Radio 92.9

On Your Bike

An article in the NW Telegraph suggesting

that 6NEW community radio station was
under threat due to a dearth of volunteers
raised a rallying call. A meeting was held
and a date set for its Special General
Meeting on Tuesday 22 March aiming to
reinvigorate what has, for decades, been a
mainstay in town.

morning from 2001 to 2014. He still holds

books containing every request ever made
and the dedication accompanying it that he
then went on to play from tape cassettes.

For 30 years, WA has celebrated Bike Week

to promote cycling for fun, competition
and transport, and to raise awareness of
bike safety.

The station has also gone mobile offering

a lively perspective on location from a
caravan built specially for the purpose
during previous Fortescue Festivals,
football and speedboat competitions, and
Retravisions birthday.

This year, the Shire of East Pilbara will

launch their new recreation map, a pocket
sized map highlighting Newmans shared
use walk/bike paths.

By Sonya Matheson

6NEW first went on air in March 1979 from

premises on Keedi Road as the first FM
radio in WA outside Perth and the only
FM one on air 24-7. In its first few hours,
there were 140 calls for song requests or
congratulations. Twenty-six residents were
trained as announcers and a couple of
people dedicated time for administration
work. Leaders in its development included
Ron Armstrong and Mike Turner.
6NEW first broadcast from its present
building next to the aquatic centre in
September 2009 thanks to much generosity
of individuals and organisations including
Mt Newman Mining, G&S Transport,
Wideglide, Cape Range Electrical, Freo
Cranes and more.
Craig Hoyer presents a Saturday morning
football show including local junior and
senior results along with other sports
between 10 am and 12 noon. He has been
doing this for over 14 years and still does.
Tune in to 92.9 FM.
Kiwi Bob Nicholson hosted an all night
request programme every Saturday
between 7 pm and 6 am the following

On-going support from the Shire of East

Pilbara, BHP Billiton Iron Ore, the stations
sponsor Capricorn Bar and Grill, and
advertisers make it financially possible for
the station to stay on air.
The rallying call has inspired long term
and new community residents to get
involved including Tania Paranihi who was
previously a volunteer, when a resident,
and has returned to Newman years later as
a FIFO worker.
As with so many organisations in town,
6NEW would not be possible without
dedicated volunteers and those on active
committees. Brett Kelly has given so much
time and energy to the station and would
appreciate support.
newmancommunityradioinc@westnet.
com.au
If you are able to help 6NEW, consider
attending their Special General Meeting at
the Newman Visitor Centre at 6:30 pm on
Tuesday 22 March.

They will be partnering with the

Department of Transport and WestCycle
for a community bike ride and sessions on
bike handling.
On Saturday 12 March, join in the
community bike ride at 7 am departing
from the rec. centre; open to all ages
and abilities. Stay to share the free
healthy breakfast at 8 am at the Newman
Recreation Centre.
For those adults who have not been on a
bike for a while, or are new riders, a Rusty
Riders workshop will follow the breakfast
at 9 am. Learn how to check your bike and
helmet, undertake simple maintenance,
and improve your bike riding skills.
Also on Saturday 12 March at 5 pm, the
Shire offers a two-hour workshop for
children over 8 years run by an accredited
cycle coach from WestCycle covering road
awareness, bike handling skills and safety
checks. A second session will be held
on Sunday 13 March at 8 am. As places
are limited, please book at the Newman
Recreation Centre on 9177 8075 or mrs@
eastpilbara.wa.gov.au. These will be held at
the netball courts.
Remember your helmet.

Seeking a Volunteer for Newman News

Newman News is a not for profit paper
provided by Newman Mainstreet Project
which has been running for over a decade.
We are seeking a volunteer to undertake its
production.
It will require someone to consistently
volunteer at least 30 hours a month. It
includes sourcing information, writing
articles, seeking others contributions,
editing contributions and photos, publish to
print ready, assist with printing, folding and
distribution as required, uploading on the
internet, maintaining the related Facebook
pages in keeping with their original intent,
and maintaining your own electronic filing
and retrieval system.

The Beach
Indoor Play
Centre

You will need to provide your own

telephone, computer, internet access, email
and own preferred software programmes.
If you are an enthusiastic person with
an interest in the Newman community
and involvement, we would love
to hear from you. Please contact
newmanmainst@westnet.com.au or
9177 8290.

Monday:
Tuesday:
Wednesday:

Thursday:
Friday:
Saturday:
Sunday:

8.30 am to 12.30 pm
8.30 am to 12.30 pm
8.30 am to 12.30 pm
2.30 pm to 5:00 pm
Closed
8.30 am to 12.30 pm
Available for parties
1:00 pm to 4:00 pm

For all party bookings please

call 9177 8290
newmanmainst@westnet.com.au

CALENDAR OF EVENTS MARCH 2016

2 March

Closing date for riders to register for the Newman Motorcycle Clubs
Memorial weekend competition through www.registernow.com, enquiries
Mandy Medlen 0409 168 684

3 March

Newman Junior Soccer Associations AGM, 19:00 at Boomerang Oval

Pavilion, newmanjuniorsoccer@gmail.com

4 March

International Womens Day, evening gala, Newman Recreation Centre,

newmanmainst@westnet.com.au

5-6 March

Swimming and Water Safety Teaching Course, become a qualified teacher of swimming and water safety, Newman
Aquatic Centre, nationally recognised AUSTSWIM qualification, 9175 2145, enrol at bit.ly/1Qbifdk

5 March

Councillors Meet and Greet, 10:00-12:00, at the Boulevarde shopping centre, Do you have any queries or questions
you wish to discuss with your representatives?

5 March

5 March

Welcome to Newman, free mine site tour from 16:00 for new residents, ccs@eastpilbara.wa.gov.au

5 March

Newman Motorcycle Clubs Memorial weekend Juniors racing from 15:30 to approx. 21:00, free entry, canteen and
bar available

6 March

Newman Motorcycle Clubs Memorial weekend Seniors racing from 15:30 to approx. 21:00, free entry, canteen and
bar available, for more information see their Facebook page Newman Motocross Club, www.newmanmx.com and
join the Facebook event Smarter Than Smoking Newman Echo Park Memorial, Mandy Medlen 0409 168 684

7 March

Labour Day public holiday

10 March

09:00-12:30 How to have difficult conversations workshop, $35 (non-members) or $30 (members)
13:00-16:30 Overcome your fear of public speaking and begin speaking confidently workshop, $35 (non-members)
or $30 (members)
Enquiries and bookings through Newman Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NCCI), admin@newmancci.com.au

11 March

Shire of East Pilbaras Council Meeting, 10:00 in Marble Bar, Annual Electors Meeting, 9175 8000

12 March

Bike week
07:00 Community bike ride departing from the Newman Recreation Centre
08:00 Free healthy breakfast at the rec centre
17:00 Two hour workshop for children 8 years and over, two hours, netball courts, booking required 9177 8075 or
mrs@eastpilbara.wa.gov.au

12 March

East Pilbara BMX Clubs Come Try Day, 15:00-20:00, everybody welcome, epbmxclub@hotmail.com

13 March

Bike week 2-hour workshop for children over 8 years, 08:00-10:00, run by an accredited cycle coach from WestCycle
covering road awareness, bike handling skills and safety checks, held at the netball courts, bookings 9177 8075 or
mrs@eastpilbara.wa.gov.au

13 March

Tickets go on sale for the Newman Campdraft and Rodeo Associations annual rodeo, visit the shopping centre for
purchase, discounted price and a chance to win prizes, newman.rodeo@gmail.com

15 March

What Works for Kids PLEDG Projects, brain science and inclusion sessions for all educators, children service
providers and parents/carers, EPIC Building, Kalgan Drive, Newman (next to the Library), free please RSVP
newman@empoweringpeople.org.au, 9175 0015 or DSC - 9143 1750
09:30-11:30 this session is aimed at families with children with disability or learning difficulties, limited
consultations also available
19:00-21:00, community workshop also for service providers

15 March

East Pilbara Baseball Associations AGM, 18:00 at Newman Hotels beer garden

17 March

Closing date for Pilbara Regional Grants Scheme, 9185 0600, R4R@pdc.wa.gov.au

Fair Go Games, all age welcome for some old fashioned games like the three-legged race and tug-of-war, 16:30 team
registration, Emu Oval, register your interest and approximate numbers ccs@eastpilbara.wa.gov.au

CALENDAR OF EVENTS MARCH 2016

19 March

International Day Long Table of Harmony, to help celebrate the diversity in our community, come and share in
a long table and experience food from around the globe prepared by people of diverse backgrounds in our own
community, 9175 8000, ccs@eastpilbara.wa.gov.au

19 March

Hillview Speedway Club demo derby, Brooke Peacock, Treasurer, brooke@captainjack.com.au

20 March

St John Ambulance Newmans Community 4WD Day, explore Sandy Creek with SJA Newman and their 4WD
Ambulance, convoy departing their sub centre, 09:00, free sausage sizzle, everyone welcome

21 March

The theme for Harmony Day 2016 is our diversity is our strength. It is a day for all Australians to embrace cultural
diversity and to share what we have in common. The central message for Harmony Day is that everyone belongs,
reinforcing the importance of inclusiveness to all Australians, www.harmony.gov.au

22 March

6NEW radio stations Special General Meeting, 18:30, all positions declared vacant, Newman Visitor Centre,
newmancommunityradioinc@westnet.com.au

25 March

Good Friday public holiday

26 March

Newman Mainstreet Projects Easter markets, 10:00-12:00 at the Newman Recreation Centre,
newmanmainst@westnet.com.au

27 March

Easter Sunday
Also: Neighbour Day 2016 www.neighbourday.org

28-29 March

Easter two days public holiday

COMING SOON
1 April

We are reminded to all check our smoke alarms and replace batteries, even if hard wired the back up battery needs
replacing. Just a reminder to help us avoid a disaster and not be an April fool.

2 April

Councillors Meet and Greet, 10:00-12:00, at the Boulevard shopping centre

6 April

New Horizons Community Career Expo, 11:30-16:30, Newman Recreation Centre, NCCI 9175 0042 or NSHS 9175
8100

8 April

Commencement of National Youth Week, focusing on positive contributions of people aged 1225 years

9 April

Newman Campdraft and Rodeo Associations annual rodeo including bull riding, live band and much more, newman.
rodeo@gmail.com

29 April

Shire Council Meeting, 10:00, at the Shire of East Pilbaras administration building, open to the community, 9175
8000

17-19 June

Newman Netball Association, North-West Championships

1 July

Hillview Speedway Clubs AGM at 19:00

19-22 August
20 August
22 August

Fortescue Festival Weekend including:

Speed boat races
Newman Turf Clubs races it falls on the Fortescue Festival weekend only once every 7 years due to the race
season calendar

22 August

Newman Day Care Centres 30th anniversary, 10:00-14:00, everyone welcome including past and present children
and families

Disclaimer of Liability: Newman Mainstreet Project undertakes to ensure that accurate information is disseminated through its community newspaper, Newman
News. Every care is taken to ensure accuracy and we will publish any corrections that are brought to our notice. However, Newman Mainstreet Project makes no
warranty, guarantee or promise expressed or implied concerning the content or accuracy of the information provided by this service. Newman Mainstreet Project
accepts no liability for any loss or damage a person may suffer because that person has directly or indirectly relied on any information presented in this publication. The
views expressed in the Newman News are not necessarily those of the editor or the Newman Mainstreet Project Coordinator or Committee.

WHATS ON? REGULAR ACTIVITIES

Monday

08:30
08:30
09:30
17:30
19:00
19:30

The Beach Indoor Play Centre open to 12.30pm, 9177 8290, Mindarra Drive, opposite Police Station
Time Out session with crche until 11:30am, Newman Neighbourhood Centre, 2 Mackay Street, 9175 1516
Newman Playgroup, Moondoorow Street, newmanplaygroup@hotmail.com
Newman Girl Guides 5-7 y.o., Newman Youth Centre, 0417 178 624, newmangirlguides@gmail.com
Jiu Jitsu, Newman Club, for other times and age groups contact Adam 0408 097 792, Dionne 0409 116 541
Anglican Church bible study, location to be advised, 0499 778 116

Tuesday
08:30

08:30

10:00

10:00

17:30

19:00

19:30


19:30

The Beach Indoor Play Centre open to 12.30pm, 9177 8290, Mindarra Drive, opposite Police Station
Time Out with crche, Newman Neighbourhood Centre, 2 Mackay Street, 9175 1516, neighbourhood@benet.net.au
Casual ladies netball, enquire regarding charges and crche, Newman Rec Centre, 9177 8075
Newman Playgroup, Moondoorow Street, newmanplaygroup@hotmail.com
Newman Girl Guides 7-18 y.o., Newman Youth Centre, 0417 178 624, newmangirlguides@gmail.com
Jiu Jitsu, Newman Club, for other times and age groups contact Adam 0408 097 792, Dionne 0409 116 541
Study the Bible with Jehovahs Witnesses, Kingdom Hall of Jehovahs Witnesses, Les Tutt Drive off Kurra Street, jw.org
Christian Minister John Wolak on 0412 991 551
Newman Lions Club, 1st and 3rd Tuesdays, Lions Park on Corwa Drive, Jessica Mclean-Middleton on 0415 699 991

Wednesday

08:30
08:30
09:30
14:30
17:00
18:30
18:30
19:00
19:00

The Beach Indoor Play Centre open to 12.30pm, 9177 8290, Mindarra Drive, opposite Police Station
Time Out with crche, Newman Neighbourhood Centre, 2 Mackay Street, 9175 1516, neighbourhood@benet.net.au
Newman Playgroup, Moondoorow Street, newmanplaygroup@hotmail.com
The Beach Indoor Play Centre open to 5:00pm, 9177 8290, Mindarra Drive, opposite Police Station
Newman Community Baptist Churchs Teens Adopt a Nation until 18:00, Welsh Drive Youth Centre
Newman Scouts 10-14 y.o., Newman Youth Centre, 0417 178 624, gl.newman@scoutswa.com.au
Casual Futsal, enquire regarding charges, Newman Rec Centre, 9177 8075
Corporate bowls new players welcome, Newman Club, Nick 0419 192 691, Adelle 0418 860 364
Womens Darts, Newman Club

Thursday

08:20
08:30
09:30
15:30
16:30
18:00
19:00
19:30

Anglican Church Young mums bible study, location to be advised, 0499 778 116
Time Out with crche, Newman Neighbourhood Centre, 2 Mackay Street, 9175 1516, neighbourhood@benet.net.au
Gumnuts story and nursery rhyme time 0-2 y.o., parent facilitated, free, Newman Library
Kids basketball drills and skills, 8-16 y.o., must pre-register, Newman Rec Centre, 9177 8075
Newman Joey Scouts until 17:30, Newman Youth Centre, 0417 178 624, gl.newman@scoutswa.com.au
Newman Cub Scouts until 19:30, Newman Youth Centre, 0417 178 624, gl.newman@scoutswa.com.au
Mens Darts, Newman Club
Music practice, Anglican Church, 11 Hilditch Avenue, 9175 1350

Friday

08:30
08:30
09:30
10:00
10:10
11:05
18:30
18:30
19:00

19:00

The Beach Indoor Play Centre open to 12.30pm, 9177 8290, Mindarra Drive, opposite Police Station
Family fun craft until 10:30am, $5 for the family, no need to RSVP, Neighbourhood Centre, 2 Mackay Street, 9175 1516
Newman Playgroup, Moondoorow Street, newmanplaygroup@hotmail.com
Story time and craft for 3-5 y.o. during school terms, parents to supervise, free, Newman Library
Funky Movement, 18 mnths-3 y.o., enquire at Newman Rec Centre, 9177 8075
Funky Movement, 3-5 y.o., enquire at Newman Rec Centre, 9177 8075
Casual Futsal, enquire regarding charges, Newman Rec Centre, 9177 8075
Casual Volleyball, enquire regarding charges, Newman Rec Centre, 9177 8075
Twilight session, bring a project of your own to start or complete, Newman Neighbourhood Centre,
2 Mackay Street, 9175 1516, neighbourhood@benet.net.au
Jiu Jitsu, Newman Club, for other times and age groups contact Adam 0408 097 792, Dionne 0409 116 541

18:30

19:00

Mass / Eucharist Celebration 1st and 2nd weekend, St Josephs Catholic Church, Warman Avenue,
9175 2344, every 5th by rotation, Liturgy of the Word and Holy Communion 3rd and 4th weekend
Twilight session, bring a project of your own to start or complete, Newman Neighbourhood Centre,
2 Mackay Street, 9175 1516, neighbourhood@benet.net.au

Saturday

Sunday

08:30


09:00


09:30

09:30

10:00


13:00

13:30


16:00

Mass / Eucharist Celebration 1st and 2nd weekend, St Josephs Catholic Church, Warman Avenue,
9175 2344, every 5th by rotation, Liturgy of the Word and Holy Communion 3rd and 4th weekend
Worship, Vibrant evangelical, holding to biblical teaching, Anglican Church, 11 Hilditch Ave, 9175 1350
Including bubs and tots ministry and Sunday school
Newman Community Baptist Church Worship, Praise and Kids Church, Welsh Drive
Newman Community Baptist Churchs Teen Church, Welsh Drive
Study the Bible with Jehovahs Witnesses, Kingdom Hall of Jehovahs Witnesses, Les Tutt Drive off Kurra Street, jw.org,
Christian Minister John Wolak on 0412 991 551
The Beach Indoor Play Centre open to 4pm, 9177 8290, Mindarra Drive, opposite Police Station
Freestyle craft, art, sewing, quilting etc. session until 16:30, Newman Neighbourhood Centre,
2 Mackay Street, 9175 1516, neighbourhood@benet.net.au
Sunday Scroungers bowls new players welcome, $5 per player, bowls provided, Newman Club,
Nick 0419 192 691, Adelle 0418 860 364

Police eWatch

Part extract from Januarys report: Senior Sergeant Larry Miller Officer-in-Charge Newman Police

The community of Newman continues to

realise reductions in reported crime. Last
year I touched on this during the radio
segments, but it is important to say it
again. As a community you care and the
information and assistance you provide to
us is one of the main reasons we are so
successful in reducing crime and making
this community a safer place.
As of this week [27 January 2016] we are
sitting at 10% less crime than the same time
last year and when you consider we are
coming of the back of a 24% reduction from
the year before this is a great achievement.
Burglaries are an issue for us so far this
year, so please be vigilant in locking up
your homes and keeping an eye on your
neighbours.
We have achieved some great results in
reducing the incidents of assaults within
our community by a massive 66%, with
much of this attributed to the great work of
our Liquor Accord involving our licensees
and police.
Theft is once again an issue for us, we have
managed reductions however there is a sad
reality that we must secure property at all
times, even within our own yards and the
days of leaving your vehicles unlocked have
long gone. I encourage everyone to think
security and lock things up or store them
out of view.
Of the 12 stealing offences so far in
January, 3 have occurred at remote mine
sites and we have charged 7 persons for
the remaining 9 within the town site, so
some great work being done by your police
officers as we continue with the pressure.
One of the biggest challenges we faced in
2015 was the behaviour of some of our
community members within the CBD. In
partnership with the Shire we implemented
signage at a number of the parks around the
CBD. This signage outlines the conditions
you must abide by when utilising these
areas.
Police and your Shire Rangers have been
conducting combined patrols of the area
and we were able to substantially reduce
the incidents of anti-social behaviour in
these areas as we closed out 2015.
We did experience an increase for a few
weeks in early January, however with the
assistance of some respected community
members, the Shire, constant policing and

a public forum I addressed personally, we

have been able to bring this back under
control with business around these parks
and general recreation going back to a
quiet enjoyment of the area.
The shopping centre has become an area
of focus, due mainly to a demographic of
youth who see the centre as somewhere to
congregate and play.
I continue to work with business owners,
centre management and the Shire on
these issues and my officers are a constant
presence in and around this area when
tasking permits. We cannot be everywhere
and we have an entire sub district to police,
which takes us up to Auski and down
to Kumarina, so a fair bit of ground to
control. But rest assured if you call us, we
move mountains to respond and on most
occasions we are there very quickly.
A quick overview of what your Police have
dealt with since 01/12/2015 [this report
was dated 27 January 2016]
835 Separate Incidents attended.
Arrests 40 - Summons 66 - Charges 143
Incudes:12 persons charged for Burglary,
9 for Drug related offences, 9 for Assault
related offences, 11 for Stealing and 9 for
Drink Driving offences.
We have issued 86 traffic infringements
notices many for speeding in the 40 km
zones. We continue to work hard to keep
this community safe and appreciate the
fact that you work with us.
Traffic: As stated last year we receive
a lot of complaints about unlicensed
motor bikes tearing around the streets.
I know many of you witness these young
community members riding erratically
down our streets having no regard for our
children or their own safety. I am sure you
can appreciate this is not easy to police, so
I ask that if you know the house they are
coming from let us know and we will deal
with it.

going to work when you are, so why not

reverse in when you get home and drive
out without noise in the morning.
And finally on vehicles, the horn on your car
is not there to beep at your friends when
you leave their house in the early hours
of the morning. The horn is an emergency
warning device and it is an offence to use
it for any other purpose. It has become a
common practice to give it a blast as you
drive away from a friends house and no
one really cares as long as it isnt in the
early hours and you don't wake up the
neighbourhood.
All of these things are simple, just be
neighbourly
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Green Waste

By the Shire of East Pilbara

PRC (Pilbara Regional Council) coordinated

the tender process for the four member
Councils
(Karratha,
Port
Hedland,
Ashburton and East Pilbara (Newman) to
mulch each Councils green waste stored at
their relevant landfill sites.
The mulcher will visit each site to carry
out the mulching to produce the size and
grade requested by that member Council
and they will be charged based on the
quantity that is processed. The contractor
will invoice the PRC who will then invoice
each Council to recover the cost.
At this stage, the PRC is finalising the
contract with the successful tenderer and
if all goes to plan they will be scheduled
to visit Newman in early April 2016. The
Shire expects to create about 2,500 m3 of
50 mm dia. processed mulch which will be
used on various Shire parks and gardens in
Newman. No assessment has been made
at this stage if it will be available to others.

While on motor bikes we also get

complaints about the loudness of some
of the Harley style bikes getting around
particularly those that head to work at
5am, again lets us know where they come
from and we will inspect them and ensure
they are legal.

Green waste segregation occurs at the

Newman landfill site where a specific
location is signposted and customers are
directed to dump at this location. Therefore
it is mainly self-regulated and to date any
contamination by other products is minor
and within tolerances.

Reverse warning horns also causes a

number of complaints. If this is you, how
about you consider that not everyone is

The project meets several objectives of

the state Waste Strategy and the Shires
Strategic Community Plan.

Anxiety in Your Pets

By Dr Lucy van der Weide, BSc BVMS

Veterinarian, Newman Veterinary Hospital

During March, across Australia veterinary

practices celebrate Polite Pet Month, an
initiative aimed at raising awareness of
mental health issues in our pets, such as
anxiety disorders and phobias.
Just like people, many pets experience
anxiety. In fact anxiety can be a real
problem in our pets. In certain situations
this response is very useful, for example
if there is genuinely something to be
fearful of. Sometimes pets experience
anxiety to specific stimuli, for example;
thunderstorms, strangers or loud noises,
this is often referred to as a phobia.
However, in some pets, the anxiety is
more generalised and chronic, and this
ultimately can affect their everyday life and
their relationship with their owners.
Signs a dog (or cat) may be feeling anxious
include yawning, scratching or sniffing,
avoiding eye contact, refusing to eat,
panting, pulling the corners of the mouth
back, salivating, pulling ears back, moving
in a crouched position and standing with
the tail pulled under.

Fear and anxiety in dogs and cats can easily

lead to aggression. Anxious dogs and cats
are more likely to bite, so recognising
body language that displays early warning
signs of anxiety is important. Even the
friendliest pet can react if he/she feels
scared or threatened. The safest practice is
to never leave children under the age of 10
unsupervised with any dog, including the
family pet.
Fortunately, anxiety in our pets is a
treatable condition. Over the past decade,
there have been lots of advances in
the science of anxiety and behavioural
disorders in our pets. Pets who suffer from
generalised anxiety will hugely benefit from
a combination of behavioural modification
and in certain cases behavioural
medications. Behavioural medication alone
is normally ineffective in resolving anxiety
and behavioural problems.
Better yet, focus on preventing behavioural
problems. It is far better to prevent a
behaviour problem than to deal with them
later on, so starting off on the right foot
with your puppy is paramount. The best
way to prevent dog bites is to ensure your
dog is well socialised and trained from
puppyhood onwards. Proper socialisation
means providing your puppy with positive
experiences with new things including
new people, other animals, new places
or situations. If your puppy or kitten isnt

having a great time, you could actually be

inflicting more harm than good.
A quote that rings true to me, If we
can teach a killer whale to pee in a
cup, you can train your dog without
the use of punishment - Ted Tuner,
SeaWorld. Reward based training, positive
reinforcement, is a scientifically proven
method of teaching your cat and dog.
It is a safer, much more effective, and
humane way to teach animals by using
high value food treats, attention and or
toys, essentially anything your pet likes
to reinforce or encourage that particular
behaviour. Be careful not to reinforce bad
behaviours. This is a common mistake
that owners make without realising it (for
example yelling at your dog). Punishment
and negative reinforcement can potentially
have negative impacts on your pet such as
aggression, learned helplessness, and even
fear and anxiety.
When starting out, especially when
working on newly-learned behaviour, do
your training in areas free of distractions
until your dog is really confident with
the command. Pay close attention to
consistency, repetition and timing. Your pet
can make better choices if you make better
choices. Be patient and enjoy learning with
your pet.

Smarter Than Smoking 2016 Newman Echo Park Memorial

Information extracted from Motorcycling WAs website (16 February 2016)

The Newman Motorcycle Club Memorial

Event has attracted local, regional and
metropolitan riders for 9 years running
and with this being the 10th Newman Echo
Park Memorial weekend on 5-6 March
it is sure to be a huge weekend! There is
an enormous $10,000 in cash and prizes
available with thanks to all sponsors, in
particular Healthway, Schlam Engineering
and Coates Hire.
The memorial event is in honour of two
valued members of the club, Michelle
Russell and Luke Miles-Woodland
(otherwise known as Little Woody), who
tragically lost their lives in 2004.
Michelle was a club member for about 20
years, President in 2003 and put a huge
amount of time and effort into keeping the
club going, and making it what it is today.
Little Woody was the first quad rider to
race the track and it was from here quad
racing started at the Newman Motorcycle
Club. He was also the Northwest Champion
in 2004.

Other club members who have lost their

lives or lifestyles while being members of
the club are also remembered especially
over this weekend.
The Newman Motorcycle Club was
incorporated back in 1984 with a track that
caters for all skill levels.
The Newman Motorcycle Club was
incorporated back in 1984, the club started
out north of the town and ran successfully
there for a number of years, it was a track
made on natural terrain which formed
jumps and drop offs and dodged trees,
the track was always under threat of
floods, states the February 2016 article on
Motorcycling WAs website.
Facilities were created just near the LIA in
the late 1980s and became known as Echo
Park.
The track is a hard packed one, set into
a side of a hill consisting of many jumps,
berms; there is also a bridge which has
been constructed from 2 mining haul-pack

truck trays which were sponsored by BHP

when the track was first constructed.
Juniors will compete on Saturday 5th March
and Seniors on 6th March, racing starts at
3.30pm until late, with the memorial laps
taking place as the sun sets each evening.
Canteen and bar facilities will be available
on both days with camping available at
the track. A recent addition to the facilities
includes hot showers.
For further information about this and
other club activities, please contact Club
President, Johnno, on 0423 528 124 or
Club Secretary, Mandy Medlen, on 0409
168 684.

Changing the face

of mens health

Employees from Mt Whaleback wrapped up another

hairy season, contributing towards the $225,000 raised
across BHP Billiton for Movember in 2015.
The support that BHP Billiton has shown Movember is outstanding.
Since 2009, more than 3,600 Mo Bros and Mo Sistas have
participated in Movember, raising more than $1.3 million. This is
something that everyone should be extremely proud of their
workplace is taking a stand for the health of men around Australia,
and the world, by investing in projects that help men live happier,
healthier and longer lives.
Kieran Ryan, Movember Foundations WA Representative
BHP Billiton is committed to supporting health and wellbeing.

www.bhpbilliton.com

Punch and kick your way

into knockout shape
Step into BODYCOMBAT and youll punch and kick
your way to fitness. This high energy martial arts
inspired workout is totally non-contact and there are
no complex moves to master. BODYCOMBAT works
your legs, tones your arms, back and shoulders and
provides phenomenal core training. You destroy
calories, develop coordination, agility and speed,
and feel empowered.
BODYCOMBAT caters for all ages and abilities. Our
instructors show simpler and lower impact options for
every move so you can progress at your own pace
and get an awesome workout at the same time.
With new class times, including an early morning
session, there are plenty of opportunities to get
fit, fast and strong with BODYCOMBAT.
Casual visit $15 - memberships available.
Crche service available from
8.00am to 11.00am (bookings essential).
For more information, contact
Newman Recreation Centre 9177 8075
Cnr Fortescue Ave and Gregory Ave

march timetable
Time

monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Time

6.00am

8.45am

8.45am

combo

boxercise

2.00pm

9.50am

4.30pm

10.30am

combo

5.00pm

5.35pm

6.30pm

11.00am

saTurday

sunday