Broken Hill: Mining & Heritage
Line of Lode Miners Memorial - Credit: Destination NSW

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38.3KM / 23.8MI (Est. travel time 34 minutes)

A themed day trip in and around Australia's longest-running mining town.

Highlighting some of the key experiences of the region, deepen your understanding of why Broken Hill has become the first Heritage-listed city in Australia on this one-day, jam-packed itinerary.
Explore one of the original silver mines of the 1880s. Learn about the astounding geology of the region, the importance that unionism played in the struggle of the early pioneers and the unique railway history that connects Broken Hill to South Australia. Gain insight into the Royal Flying Doctor Service by going on a guided tour through a working base. Finish your day with a glass of wine under the stars.
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Broken Hill

Start your day at the striking Line of Lode Miner’s Memorial, a poignant monument to the lives lost to mining in Broken Hill over the years.

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Line of Lode Miner's Memorial - Credit: Destination NSW
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Take a look at the remains of the original BHP office and take a moment to reflect at the moving miner's memorial, a solemn reminder of the dangers of mining in the early days.
Before setting off for the day, grab a coffee or a quick breakfast at the Broken Earth Cafe, take a photo with the quirky Big Bench and spend a moment basking in the incredible views over the city.

Sights & Activities

Line of Lode Miner’s Memorial
Line of Lode Miner’s MemorialLine of Lode Reserve
Federation Way, Broken Hill, New South Wales, Australia, 2880
(08) 8080 3560
tourist@brokenhill.nsw.gov.au
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Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids), Ambulant Access, Free Entry
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Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids), Ambulant Access, Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)

Line of Lode Miner's Memorial and restaurant is a dramatic, iconic new structure on the edge of the mullock heap that dissects Broken Hill.

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Silverton

Make tracks for the Historic Daydream Mine, situated between Broken Hill and Silverton, to head underground.

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Historic Daydream Mine - Credit: Destination NSW
Arrive via car from Silverton19KM / 12MI ~ Approximately 17 minutes
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The mine opened in 1882 and operated for almost a century, employing close to 200 people at its peak, some as young as eight. Start off with a guided tour of the surface structure before donning your helmet and lamp to descend into the former silver mine to listen to fascinating stories of hardship and try your hand at some old mining techniques.

Sights & Activities

Historic Daydream Mine
Historic Daydream Mine
Destination NSW
12 kilometres from Silverton off the Silverton Road, Silverton, New South Wales, Australia, 2880
0427 885 682
historicdaydreammine@bigpond.com
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Historic Daydream Mine was founded in 1881, before the beginning of the Broken Hill Mining Company (BHP).

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Broken Hill

Delve deeper into the city's compelling past at its various historic buildings and museums. Come nightfall, join a stargazing experience.

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Outback Astronomy Stargazing experience in Broken Hill - Credit: Destination NSW
Arrive via car from Broken Hill19KM / 12MI ~ Approximately 17 minutes
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Stop by the Sulphide Street Railway and Historical Museum, a beautifully restored railway station that previously connected Broken Hill with South Australia - once the busiest railway line in the world. Jump on board the old locomotives, and learn about early European migration and how medical services were delivered in remote areas at the time.
Perhaps the most beautiful building in town, check out the stunning Trades Hall, home to an interesting exhibition displaying the union history of Broken Hill.
Meanwhile, the Albert Kersten Mining and Mineral Museum offers a hands-on insight into the science of geology and mining. See artefacts and almost 2,000 specimens, including an impressive 42kg silver nugget.
Discover the story of the Royal Flying Doctors Service and the vital work they continue to do at the Bruce Langford Visitors’ Centre, housed inside a real-life working base.
Finish your adventure with a stargazing experience with Outback Astronomy. Surrounded by desert, Broken Hill makes for a great place to witness the celestial splendour of the New South Wales outback.

Sights & Activities

Royal Flying Doctor Outback Heritage Experience, Broken Hill
Albert Kersten Mining and Minerals Museum (GeoCentre)
Outback Astronomy
Sulphide Street Railway and Historical Museum
Broken Hill Trades Hall
Royal Flying Doctor Outback Heritage Experience, Broken HillFlying Doctor Outback Heritage Experience, Broken Hill
Broken Hill, New South Wales, Australia, 2880
(08) 8080 3714
outbackexperience@rfdsse.org.au
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Public Toilet
$6.00 ~ $15.00 AUD*
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* $6 Child 4-15 yrs $15 Adult $12.50 Concession $36 Family (2a 2c) $12.50 pp groups 10 or more in group $10.00 pp school group 10+

Go behind the scenes and discover what it takes to save lives in the outback at the Royal Flying Doctor Outback Heritage Experience.

Albert Kersten Mining and Minerals Museum (GeoCentre)
Corner Crystal and Bromide Streets, Broken Hill, New South Wales, Australia, 2880
(08) 8080 3501
geocentre@brokenhill.nsw.gov.au
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Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids) Caters for people who use a wheelchair. Caters for people with high support needs who travel with a support person., Ambulant Access, Wheelchair Access
Ambulant Access, Public Toilet
Public Toilet
$5 ~ $50 AUD*
Parking
Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids) Caters for people who use a wheelchair. Caters for people with high support needs who travel with a support person., Ambulant Access, Wheelchair Access, Catering for High Support, Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids) Caters for people who use a wheelchair. Caters for people with high support needs who travel with a support person.
* Entry by donation, whatever you feel appropriate. Please note that opening times change during March - November School Holidays.

The Albert Kersten Mining and Minerals Museum displays minerals, gems and interesting props regarding mining in Broken Hill and the town's special gift of minerals.

Outback Astronomy
18817 Barrier Highway, Broken Hill, New South Wales, Australia, 2880
info@outbackastronomy.com.au
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Non-smoking
$75 ~ $140 AUD*
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* Minimum price for 90 minute sky show is AUD75. At AUD140 per person, food and beverage service under the stars is included. Options for reclined chairs, blankets, other food and beverages, ear phones when booking. Dinners are priced differently.

You will never forget seeing an outback sky at night. Head to Outback Astronomy, a dark-sky location just a 10-minute drive outside Broken Hill.

Sulphide Street Railway and Historical Museum
230 Blende Street, Broken Hill, New South Wales, Australia, 2880
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Broken Hill Trades Hall
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242 Blende Street, Broken Hill, New South Wales, Australia, 2880
(08) 8087 3625
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The Trades Hall has a fascinating exhibition displaying the union history of Broken Hill.

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