Lightning Ridge draws visitors with unique black opal mining tours
Barb Moritz, a guide for the Lightning Ridge Historical Society, highlights the town's unique history tied to its black opal mining as she leads visitors on the car door tours. With approximately 2,000 official residents and many more unofficially, Lightning Ridge's allure continues to attract those seeking a life off the beaten track.
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Published 13 Nov 2026, 19:37 UTC · Updated 13 Nov 2026, 19:40 UTC
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