BROKEN HILL

KINTORE SHAFT AND HEADFRAME
MINING EQUIPMENT

FRI 5 - SAT 6.6.2015: Having caught up to date with the domestics we ventured out for a look round the town. Broken Hill has been referred to as "The Silver City", the "Oasis of the West", and the "Capital of the Outback". The world's largest mining company, BHP Billiton, has roots in the town.

LIVING DESERT SCULPTURES
(INTERNET PHOTOGRAPH)

Although surrounded by semi-desert, the town has prominent park and garden displays and offers a number of attractions such as the Living Desert Sculptures. We had intended viewing the sculptures, but when we arrived at the gate we were confronted with the rather large "NO DOG" followed by "RANGER and FINES" signage so we thought we might try and avoid another fine!

The Syndicate of Seven is the name given to the original members of the Broken Hill Mining Company formed in 1883, who lodged applications for mining leases along the Line of Lode at Broken Hill. The members all worked at the remote Mount Gipps Sheep station. Each of the seven contributed the sum of £70 each. Final stop at the Joe Keenan Lookout - Joe made a significant contribution to the Trade Union Movement and Civic Affairs in Broken Hill.