Ottery Mine, Historic mining site in New South Wales, Australia
Ottery Mine is a mining site with industrial buildings and equipment that reveal how minerals were extracted in the 1800s. The structures show the stages of work from digging to processing ore on the ground.
The mine began operating in the 1800s and became central to New South Wales' industrial growth during that period. The operation helped establish Australia's mining industry and brought economic importance to the region.
The site shows how miners worked underground with hand tools and faced dangerous conditions daily. Walking through the structures helps you understand the reality of their physical labor and the risks they accepted.
You can reach the site by following marked paths that lead through the buildings and ruins. Wear sturdy shoes since the ground is uneven and some areas may be slippery or unstable.
Many visitors overlook that the actual machinery and tools still stand where they were left, showing how workers operated them day after day. This preserved equipment makes the underground work feel real and personal rather than distant history.
Location: New South Wales
GPS coordinates: -29.40890,151.66030
Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:44
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