Broken Hill was an oasis at the end of some very long stretches of the Barrier Highway. The town rejoices in having streets named after noxious compounds (Bromide Street, Chloride Street) and having a slag heap the size of five town blocks and one block from the CBD. However, it is a mecca for artists - Pro Hart being the favorite son (see flowers below).
The giant park bench atop the slag heap of Broken Hill.
We went underground - despite my warning. One word Caroline **Beaconsfield**
Daydream silver mine 100m below ground - apart from an MRI the perfect place for someone with claustrophobia.
The obligatory photo of the Interceptor - Silverton 40km from Broken Hill. Filming of the Mad Max IV has been postponed due to the recent rains and subsequent "greening" of surrounding countryside.
WOW!! the giant bench looks fun!!
ReplyDeletethe hard hats u had to wear for mining look really cool
YAY!! NOW IM ON HOLIDAYS!!
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Congratulations guys! Glad you 'got' involved in Broken Hill and Silverton. Would hate to think we were the only ones who were 'tourists' out there - doing the 'obligatory' - sitting on the chair, etc.
ReplyDeleteIt really is an 'oasis' at the end of the road.
Take care
Hi Camp Hill Cafferys- Liam hope the significant place that the "Interceptor" holds in Australian motoring history was appreciated by your family. Mine just didn't get it! Travel safe. Mike and family.
ReplyDeleteSharon has become all nostalgic for Broken Hill's lead-loaded locals. The photos look great though - travel safely.
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Thank you Madonna for that wonderful postcard. I will be thinking of you on my b'day. Have fun.. Shannon. Was that really a giant park bench or was it a case of "Honey I shrunk us all" Cheers Marg.
ReplyDeleteWow going underground 100m would of been scary for me!! Hope u guys are having the best time on your trip.
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