Did you know Thargomindah was the first town in Australia, and third in the world, to produce hydro-electric power for street lighting by using the water pressure from the Artesian Basin? It was also the first town to have reticulated water in Australia. In 1891 drilling commenced on a bore to supply the town with water, and in 1893 a good supply was struck at a depth of 2650ft (808mtrs) with the water coming from the bore at a temperature of 84°C (182°F). The water is forced out under pressure.
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Did you know Thargomindah was the first town in Australia, and third in the world, to produce hydro-electric power for street lighting by using the water pressure from the Artesian
Experience Outback Queensland, Australia. . Did you know Thargomindah was the first town in Australia, and third in the world, to produce hydro-electric power for street lighting by using the water pressure from the Artesian Basin? It was also the first town to have reticulated water in Australia. In 1891 drilling commenced on a bore to supply ...
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HOT ENOUGH TO COOK AN EGG The temperature in Thargomindah reached 48.5 degrees Celsius just before 3pm today. 🍳 Although the mercury fell shy of topping the town's 2013 record of 48.8C, locals still managed to fry an egg on the pavement. 📝Subscribe to our weekly newsletter here by selecting ABC Western Queensland: https://ab.co/3LuMEr3 | ABC Western Queensland
HOT ENOUGH TO COOK AN EGG The temperature in Thargomindah reached 48.5 degrees Celsius just before 3pm today. 🍳 Although the mercury fell shy of topping the town's 2013 record of 48.8C, locals still managed to fry an egg on the pavement. 📝Subscribe to our weekly newsletter here by selecting ABC Western Queensland: https://ab.co/3LuMEr3 | ABC Western Queensland
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Thargomindah, nestled along the Adventure Way, is your gateway to an Outback Queensland experience like no other! While you’re in town, take a stroll or bike ride down to the Bulloo River via Pelican Point. Toss in a pot and try your luck catching some big blue yabbies for dinner. Then, meander along the path to the Weir and Cobb & Co Crossing. Don’t miss the Hydro Power Plant Display, where a holographic ghost will take you back in time, sharing tales from the past. Explore the Old Hospital, Ol
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⚡️ Did you know Thargomindah made history? This pioneering Outback town was the first in Australia (and third in the world!) to produce hydroelectric power for street lighting — all powered by water pressure from the Great Artesian Basin. 💧 The hydro power plant ran for an incredible 54 years, from 1898 to 1951. The bore supplying it reached a depth of 808 metres, with water emerging at a steamy 84°C! Today, Thargomindah remains the hub of the Bulloo Shire — Queensland’s third largest shire, co
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⚡️ Did you know Thargomindah made history? This pioneering Outback town was the first in Australia (and third in the world!) to produce hydroelectric power for street lighting — all powered by water pressure from the Great Artesian Basin. 💧 The hydro power plant ran for an incredible 54 years, from 1898 to 1951. The bore supplying it reached a depth of 808 metres, with water emerging at a steamy 84°C! Today, Thargomindah remains the hub of the Bulloo Shire — Queensland’s third largest shire, co
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👉 This video gives a glimpse into how Thargomindah residents have been living since Monday evening after record-breaking floodwaters hit the town. 📍 The Bulloo River at Thargomindah has peaked well above the 1974 level, and is easing very slowly. But there's still water all through the town. ⛺️ Approximately 150 residents are still in Thargomindah, camping on higher ground at the airport and council depot, down from approximately 213 at the beginning of the flood event. "One of the hardest thi
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💧 This video taken in Thargomindah by Geoff Pike this morning gives a glimpse into just how much water is in the town. Overnight, many residents moved to even higher ground at the airport as floodwaters continue to inundate the town. 👉 The weather bureau says the most recent reading showed Bulloo River at Thargomindah was at 6.95 metres on Monday 11am and may reach 7.30 metres by Wednesday. Resident Daniel Roy says locals are hoping it's peaked, but it’s still a wait and see situation. “They h
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💧 This video taken in Thargomindah by Geoff Pike this morning gives a glimpse into just how much water is in the town. Overnight, many residents moved to even higher ground at the airport as floodwaters continue to inundate the town. 👉 The weather bureau says the most recent reading showed Bulloo River at Thargomindah was at 6.95 metres on Monday 11am and may reach 7.30 metres by Wednesday. Resident Daniel Roy says locals are hoping it's peaked, but it’s still a wait and see situation. “They h
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🚧 Thargomindah residents working to fix the levee in town overnight 🚧 It was all hands on deck in the fight to protect the town against rising floodwaters. About 100 residents have been moved to higher ground in town, about half of the town's population. Acting CEO Tamie Warner said "I think we're starting to fight a losing battle". "Our river gauge at Autumnvale that tells us what the peak was there is no longer accessable... we're pretty much flying blind." "There was 27 yards that had water
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🚧 Thargomindah residents working to fix the levee in town overnight 🚧 It was all hands on deck in the fight to protect the town against rising floodwaters. About 100 residents have been moved to higher ground in town, about half of the town's population. Acting CEO Tamie Warner said "I think we're starting to fight a losing battle". "Our river gauge at Autumnvale that tells us what the peak was there is no longer accessable... we're pretty much flying blind." "There was 27 yards that had water
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