LIGHTNING RIDGE - NEW SOUTH WALES - 2834
Population: 1825,  
Height above sea level: ,  
Latitude: -29.2600
Longitude: 147.5900
Location:  785km west of Sydney
Highway: Castlereagh Hwy (55) 
Nearest Major Town: Moree
Nearest Airport: Moree
Touring Area: Outback
Famous for the rare Black Opal mined at the town, it is also rapidly devoloping a flourishing tourism industry due to the unique character of the town.
The Big opal has demonstrations of cutting and polishing and daily underground tours.
The stark beauty of the outback will be seen all around and the inherent colours of the opal bearing rock, the desert landscape, and the brilliance of the changes performed by mother nature at various times of the day will enchant you.
Lightning Ridge offers an unique opportunity to holiday in the true outback with all the comforts of the city. Noodling for opal is a popular pastime and you may even find something to not only pay for your holiday, but to set you up for life.
A great experience.
PLACES OF INTEREST:
  • Opals and Noodling
  • Outback scenery
  • Relaxed lifestyle
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    INFORMATION CENTRE:
    Walgett Shire Information
    Walgett. NSW
    Ph: 02 6829 0565.
    HOW TO GET THERE:
    Light plane, rail to Walgett, and coach daily.

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