Central Deborah Gold Mine
Central Deborah Gold Mine is a historic mining site in Bendigo where visitors can walk through underground tunnels. The property includes passages, old machinery, blacksmith shops, and surface buildings that demonstrate how the operation functioned.
The mine opened in 1939 and operated until 1954, producing approximately 929 kilograms of gold during that period. This activity made Bendigo a significant center during the gold rush era when mining shaped the region's economy.
The name Central Deborah refers to a mining shaft in an area that was central to the region's gold extraction. Walking through the tunnels today, you can see how mining shaped the daily lives of workers and contributed to building Bendigo as a community.
Wear warm clothing since underground areas stay around 14 degrees Celsius, particularly important for extended tunnel tours. The site opens year-round, but checking ahead on daily hours helps you plan your visit timing and avoid unexpected closures.
A striking feature is the 22-meter-high poppet head on the surface, which was used for lifting ore from below ground. This structure remains a distinctive landmark of the site and demonstrates the engineering needed to haul heavy loads from the tunnels.
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