The Pilbara mining town of Newman is set to dig deep and celebrate its 50th anniversary with five days of events and a trip down memory lane, starting August 15. Hundreds of past and present residents are expected to flock to the golden jubilee for events including a float parade, fun runs, 1960s-inspired balls, and the opening of a time capsule. Reunion organiser Lisa Rickerts said past residents had been in contact with her about “heading back this way” for the birthday bash. “The friends that you make in town you tend to keep for life — people just love to come and catch up with each other,” she said. Special ... (full story)