Tag: Far West NSW
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The Battle of Broken Hill
The Battle of Broken Hill On 1 January 1915, the quiet mining town of Broken Hill, New South Wales, experienced one of the most unexpected attacks in Australian history. While many residents celebrated the New Year with a picnic train excursion, two men launched a violent assault that would later be known as the Battle Read more
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Silverton New South Wales
Silverton New South Wales Silverton New South Wales was established in the 1880s after the discovery of silver deposits in the Barrier Ranges. By the mid-1880s it had boomed into a mining town with a population of several thousand, complete with banks, shops, hotels, a jail, churches, and even a stock exchange. However, the richer Read more
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Broken Hill Mining Museum & Whites Mineral Art Gallery
Broken Hill Mining Museum & Whites Mineral Art Gallery Whites Mineral Art Gallery & Mining Museum is one of Broken Hill’s most distinctive heritage attractions, created by former miner and artist Kevin “Bushy” White. It blends art, history, and personal storytelling, offering visitors an intimate look at Broken Hill’s mining culture. At the centre of Read more