SUN 7.6.2015: Silverton was built by miners in search of fortune. Once a bustling home to 3,000 people, residents began to leave in the 1880s when the nearby mines of Broken Hill surfaced. Many took their houses with them. Silverton offers a thriving art scene, a beautiful landscape and an accessible way to learn about the rich heritage of the region. We had read about "Beyond 39 Dips", but had not fully understood their relevance. From Broken Hill to Silverton there are 39 dips in the road and if you do not slow down when in a motorhome there is a 'rock and roll' effect which equates to one very large mess to clean up - needless to say if was rather a slow trip out!
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| SILVERTON HOTEL INTERIOR |
The film industry is an integral part of Silverton. A replica of Mad Max's V8 Interceptor is parked outside the pub. Most locals had at least a walk-on role in Mad Max II, which was filmed in and around the town in 1981. The odd set still stands today, dotted around the Mundi Mundi Plains. Silverton's unique landscape has drawn filmmakers from around the world. Below are just a few of the films that have been filmed in Silverton over the years.
Dirty Deeds - 2001
Mission Impossible II - 1999
The Missing - 1998
Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert - 1993
Reckless Kelly - 1991
Roral Flying Doctor Service (TV) - 1991
The Water Trolly - 1989
As Time Goes By - 1987
Dirtwater Dynasty (miniseries) - 1987
A Place to Call Home (tv) - 1986
The Blue Lightning (TV) - 1986
Alice to Nowhere (TV) - 1985
Comrades - 1985
The Long Way Home - 1984
Razorback - 1983
The Camel Boy -1983
The Slim Dusty Movie - 1983
Hostage - 1982
A Town Like Alice (Miniseries) 1981
Max Max II - 1981
The Golden Soak - 1978
The Battle of Broken Hill (Miniseries) - 1971
Girl in Australia - 1970
Wake in Fright - 1970
Mission Impossible II - 1999
The Missing - 1998
Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert - 1993
Reckless Kelly - 1991
Roral Flying Doctor Service (TV) - 1991
The Water Trolly - 1989
As Time Goes By - 1987
Dirtwater Dynasty (miniseries) - 1987
A Place to Call Home (tv) - 1986
The Blue Lightning (TV) - 1986
Alice to Nowhere (TV) - 1985
Comrades - 1985
The Long Way Home - 1984
Razorback - 1983
The Camel Boy -1983
The Slim Dusty Movie - 1983
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| SILVERTON GAOL BUILT IN 1889 |
Hostage - 1982
A Town Like Alice (Miniseries) 1981
Max Max II - 1981
The Golden Soak - 1978
The Battle of Broken Hill (Miniseries) - 1971
Girl in Australia - 1970
Wake in Fright - 1970
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| FINALLY FOUND A USE FOR DISCARDED BEER BOTTLE TOPS! |
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| RESIDENT ARTIST JOHN DYNON |
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| CUTE! |
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| BUTCHER'S SHOP |
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| "MAD MAX" PEEL! |
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| ST CARTHAGE CATHOLIC CHURCH 1886 |
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| ONE OF MANY VW'S |
Our final stop for the day was at Penrose Park, Silverton - as soon as we arrived we knew we should have spent more time here than at Broken Hill. Established in 1937 as a recreation area for the miners and their families - barbecues, picnic areas, mini zoo, playgrounds, cabins and amenities. Many people come for the day to picnic, but you can also camp at the park. You are advised to locate "a yellow box" anywhere and just plug into it. We went off a huntin' and found the yellow box and there we stayed - excellent ($25.00 per night). Passed the 'creek' on the way out - water was down a LITTLE!
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