Come and be a part of
100 years of history
long Tunnel extended Gold Mine
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Main Street Walhalla
Open Daily except Christmas Day
For reservations and information phone (03) 5165 6259
Email: [email protected]
www.walhallaboard.org.au
Take a deep breath of fresh air, and prepare yourself as you’re immersed into an underground world like
no other. Australia’s mining background is intriguing and exploring a gold mine is one way in which you
can truly experience this amazing part of our history.
The Long Tunnel Extended Mine in Walhalla, Victoria, was operational from 1865 until 1911 and leads
into the side of a hill for 300 metres. There were 8.5 kilometres of tunnel, reaching almost 1 kilometre the
underground. Follow the tunnel along before you reach a cavern-like chamber which was originally built
to house the machinery that worked the mine.
Over time, it became the fifth richest mine in Victoria – it produced around 14 tonne of gold! If you are
keen to experience a tour, the Walhalla Board of Management runs tours every day (except Christmas).
The tour will take you the 300 metres to the chamber, and your experienced and knowledgeable guides
will introduce you to the mine’s history and features. General tours last around 50 minutes, or you might
choose to take a 2 hour technical tour (held the first Sunday of the month by appointment) if you want
to learn more about mining and haulage methods used in deep quartz reef mines.
Whatever tour you choose, you’ll find it is informative, interactive and a lot of fun. Tours are suited to all
ages, and if you suffer from a little claustrophobia or you’re a little afraid of the dark, you don’t need to
worry. The mine is well lit and well ventilated, so you can explore without any worry. Walhalla itself is location just near Baw Baw National Park and was founded as a gold-mining community in 1862.
If you’re travelling to the Walhalla region of Victoria, this is one attraction you don’t want to miss.
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Take a guided tour through one of Victoria’s great gold
mines, from which 13.7 tonnes was won.
◆ Museum ◆ Blacksmith Shop
Tour times: Monday to Friday 1.30pm only.
Weekends and Holiday periods:
12noon, 1.30pm and 3pm Group tours available by
arrangement.
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