A delightful trip to country NSW

23 Oct 2024

Members from three Probus Clubs within the ACT joined the Tuggeranong Probus Club on a tour to Lightning Ridge, in country NSW.

On this tour, they visited Dubbo and saw the Zoo and the historical Old Dubbo Gaol where everybody shuddered at the prison stories and sights.

Lightning Ridge is an interesting area with some intriguing tales. The group thoroughly enjoyed the amazing display of The Chambers of the Black Hand, a sculpture museum with 900 sculptures hand carved into the sandstone walls. The mine is 100 years old and displayed how opal mining has evolved into the modern day.

Afterwards, the group enjoyed a dip in the Artesian Spa in Moree and felt rejuvenated as they reluctantly climbed out of the pool.

The trip had so many sights and experiences, and many interesting visits to astounding venues. All had enjoyed the silo art of the areas visited.

It was such a fun trip, travelling many kilometres and through varied scenery and delightful country towns.