Broken Hill And The Outback

03/07/2024

Outback pubs. They're quirky, friendly and welcoming, each with their own unique architecture and décor.

There's plenty of these little pockets of outback culture to be discovered, but here's a tasting plate of some iconic pubs that are bucket-list worthy and easily accessible.

The Living Desert is Broken Hill City Council’s contribution to the environment, for the protection of native flora and fauna and for the better management of our ecosystem and sustainability.

27/06/2024

Famous outback hospitality in a grand Art Deco building, what's not to love about the Royal Exchange Hotel?

Learn more about this iconic Broken Hill building via the link below.

The Living Desert is Broken Hill City Council’s contribution to the environment, for the protection of native flora and fauna and for the better management of our ecosystem and sustainability.

12/04/2024

Steeped in rich heritage and rugged beauty, Broken Hill has long been celebrated for its contributions to Australia's mining industry. Among its many landmarks stands the Line of Lode Miner's Memorial, a poignant tribute to the courageous men and women who toiled beneath the earth's surface.

Read more about the spectacular Line of Lode Miner's Memorial below.

Learn more about the Line of Lode Miner's Memorial, one of Broken Hill's most iconic landmarks.

24/01/2024

Gain a deeper understanding of thousands of years of indigenous history, take in ruggedly beautiful outback landscapes and fossick for buried treasure.

Check out our 3-4 day itinerary for discovering National Treasures in the outback!

The Living Desert is Broken Hill City Council’s contribution to the environment, for the protection of native flora and fauna and for the better management of our ecosystem and sustainability.

17/01/2024

Did you know Broken Hill is Australia's first heritage-listed city?

Click below to find out more about the rich mining history here that helped to shape our nation.

The Living Desert is Broken Hill City Council’s contribution to the environment, for the protection of native flora and fauna and for the better management of our ecosystem and sustainability.

12/01/2024

Did you know that Broken Hill has more art galleries than it does pubs? For well over a century, artists have flocked to Broken Hill to try and capture the stunning beauty of the Outback.

Learn more about the Artistic Soul of Broken Hill on our website!

The Living Desert is Broken Hill City Council’s contribution to the environment, for the protection of native flora and fauna and for the better management of our ecosystem and sustainability.

05/01/2024

We have a brand new website!

For travel tips, inspiration, itineraries and all the helpful information you need to plan your next outback adventure, head to brokenhillandtheoutback.com.au

03/01/2024

Only have a day in the Silver City? We've got you!

Check out our tips for spending 24 Hours in Broken Hill.

The Living Desert is Broken Hill City Council’s contribution to the environment, for the protection of native flora and fauna and for the better management of our ecosystem and sustainability.

22/12/2023

You don't have to leave good food behind in the Outback!

There are a myriad of options throughout Broken Hill and beyond, serving up deliciously fresh meals, created with love by talented chefs.

📍 The Silly Goat
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📷 Destination NSW

20/12/2023

The home of silver, and Aussie outback films, Broken Hill is abundant with quirky attractions and nods to its reputation as a mecca for outback film production.

Read more about the fascinating history of cinema in Broken Hill!

The Living Desert is Broken Hill City Council’s contribution to the environment, for the protection of native flora and fauna and for the better management of our ecosystem and sustainability.

23/07/2023

Art in the desert? John Dynon has you covered!

The John Dynon Gallery is a must-see for anyone visiting Silverton! You may even recognise his famous emu paintings!

📍2 Stuart street, Silverton NSW 2880
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📷 Destination NSW

18/07/2023

Nothing to see here... just your usual outback encounter 💁

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📷: Destination NSW

14/07/2023

A trip to Broken Hill isn't complete without visits to:
✅Mundi Mundi Plains
✅The Living Desert Sculptures
✅Menindee Lakes
✅Mutawintji National Park
✅Silverton

11/07/2023

Mundi Mundi Plains is hard to beat if you are chasing *that* sunset pic!

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📷: Destination NSW

07/07/2023

There are plenty of hidden gems to be found in Broken Hill - Literally! Explore the mining history of Australia's first heritage-listed city at Museums like the Albert Kersten Mining Museum.
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📷: Destination NSW

03/07/2023

If you haven't hit up all 5 of these... have you really been to Broken Hill??? ;)

22/06/2023

Artists 🤝Broken Hill
With more art galleries than pubs in Broken Hill, you'd be missing out if you didn't visit one of these outstanding galleries!