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- Destinations
- Australasia
- Australia
- New South Wales
- Sydney surrounds
- Broken Hill
Broken Hill
The historic town of Broken Hill lies in western New South
Wales, in the area known as the 'Living Outback'. Here red dust
roads lead off to national parks, opal fields, remote settlements
and the Darling River. In Broken Hill art and mining live side by
side as uncomfortable companions. Artists have come here to find
their inspiration, at a spot where incredible wealth has been
produced by exploitation of one of the world's greatest mineral
deposits. Broken Hill is known as 'Silver City' being the site of
the world's richest deposit of silver, lead and zinc. Visitors can
visit a simulated mine or the real thing, donning lighted helmets
to enter the subterranean world of the miners. This town is also a
Mecca for artists and film-makers and has more than 20 art
galleries. The famous Outback Royal Flying Doctor Service and
School of the Air are also worth a visit. Visitors can tour the
aircraft hangar or the radio room, which handles calls to and from
remote towns and stations, covering 80 percent of Australia and
treating about 160,000 patients a year.
Information & Facts
Language
English is the official language of Australia.
Money
The Australian Dollar (AUD) is divided into 100 cents. Banks and
bureaux de change exchange most foreign currencies. Travellers
cheques are also welcome everywhere, but banks take a small
commission and it is better to take cheques in major currencies
(e.g. US dollars or Euros) to avoid additional charges. Credit
cards are widely accepted and ATMs are freely available throughout
the country. Banking hours are generally 9.30am to 4pm Monday to
Thursday, and 9.30am to 5pm on Friday, but some banks offer
extended hours and some are open on Saturday mornings.