The constant temperature of around 17 degrees Celsius made it perfect for storing wine. Pt Augusta, SA c1910s $ 35.00. For copyright and/or cultural reasons this item may only be accessed from computers in the State Library of South Australia. Ron successfully negotiated the purchase of land on Bains Road, Woodcroft. The 108 foot high railway viaduct was built in 1882. Ron successfully negotiated the purchase of land on Bains Road, Woodcroft. 2. A family outing in a 1905 Oldsmobile 1905 $ 35.00. Newspapers dating from the first editions of South Australian journals (now out of existence), as well as valuable rare books from the Archives and Public Library were piled inside. Sleeps Hill - viaduct - locomotive has old type spark arrester. When the line became abandoned, the tunnels became an exploration area for locals. Smith and cost 14,441 pounds. 2. Just 8 kilometres from Adelaide, in the most attractive part of the Adelaide foothills, sit two old tunnels, which have had pasts as colourful and romantic as any ancient monument in the history of South Australia.
The 108 foot high railway viaduct was built in 1882.
Homes built increasingly closer to the tunnels would often complain about the odour, particularly in the early evening when gully breezes would blow. Walk Directions
The longest tunnel of 377m (Tunnel No. One photo shows the long dismantled Sleep's Hill Viaduct, near Mitcham in the Adelaide Hills.
4 wheeled coach pulled by 2 camels. This involved a new double track tunnel being built to replace two tunnels and two viaducts. Know of a unique spot of interest to our readership? The Sleep’s Hill Viaducts comprised two sections, one being 92m long and 23m high, while the other was 90m long and 31m high. Elaborate precautions were taken against fire and the interior was constantly patrolled for outbreaks of damp and pests. The priceless vice-regal treasures from Government House were also included. In 1978, Craig and Ann’s son, Ron Spiel, took over the business and he started laying the foundations for the future. Tunnel No. Tunnel No.
Abandoned Train Graveyards, Stations & Railway Tunnels, Urban Exploring: The Sleep’s Hill Railway Tunnels / Mushroom Tunnels, Urban Exploring: The Port Pirie Train Graveyard, Abandoned / Historical Cinemas & Theatres, Underground Bunkers, Air-Raid Shelters & Bomb Shelters, Underground Cellars, Basements & Cavities. The original caption identifies Mr Noel Webb speaking to a crowd at the Port Elliot railway station in April 1916. Under heavy security of the Defence Corps, truckloads of valuable State possessions were stacked onto specifically built jarrah platforms that ran the length of the tunnel.
Urban exploration (urbex), off-limits, spelunking, drains, derelict buildings & ruins. S.A. Mushroom Co. had now become the second largest producer in the state. In 1978, Craig and Ann’s son, Ron Spiel, took over the business and he started laying the foundations for the future. wildstar We spent a couple of hours here seeing what photographs worked and what didn’t. Related products.
Old Sleeps Hill Viaduct Remains See http://www.environment.sa.gov.au/heritage/pdfs/showcasing/sleeps_hill.pdf This route explores the tracks, creeks and historic sites in Shepherds Hill Recreation Park and adjacent Watiparinga Reserve. I remember walking through the tunnel … which was scary because it was so dark…” – Wayne Rosser. The line continued to give satisfactory service until ~1914 when heavier engines began to be used. After the bombing of Darwin by the Japanese early in 1924, the South Australian Government decided to take no chances and sort a likely hiding place for the states treasures.
After importing infected mushroom spawn from England, his business finally collapsed. If you would like further information about this image, please Ask Us, Viaducts -- South Australia -- Sleeps Hill. Return via the Viaduct Track, and at the junction with the Watiparinga Reserve, take a short connecting walking trail to the, Along Viaduct Track through Watiparinga to railway, 1.3km one-way, Returning from Watiparinga Reserve boundary on. 4 wheeled coach pulled by 2 camels. A photoblog of Adelaide's abandoned buildings, underground tunnels and places to explore.
This item is only available to users within the State Library of South Australia. Over 70 years from 1890 the South Australian Department of Lands looked after the state's official photographic record. It was felt that the viaduct at the mouth of tunnel No. 14,000 of those historic black and white images are still held by History SA in their Glass Negatives Collection. The tunnels at Sleep’s Hill were constructed 5m high and 4.5m wide with sandstone arches & piers and infilled with red brick. This led to council pressuring Ron to relocate the compost production facility. Being the hike at the carpark on Ayliffes Road, and follow the single track Red River Gum Loop until it meets the Viaduct Track (a wide fire track). Pt Augusta, SA c1910s $ 35.00. Prior to the Second World War the Sleep's Hill tunnels were used as a mushroom farm. During World War 1, the tunnels were used for secret communication transportation between the states. Watiparinga Reserve is managed by the National Trust, and is a restored woodland of Grey Box (Eucalyptus microcarpa) trees over a grassy understorey. On a recent road trip we were passing through Port Pirie and I remembered that a mate of mine had mentioned a small train graveyard in the area. 1 was cleaned and drained. The … Sure, it was overgrown, nary a window intact, and had been defiled by many a spray can, but this place had real charm.
The 108 foot high railway viaduct was built in 1882.
Homes built increasingly closer to the tunnels would often complain about the odour, particularly in the early evening when gully breezes would blow. Walk Directions
The longest tunnel of 377m (Tunnel No. One photo shows the long dismantled Sleep's Hill Viaduct, near Mitcham in the Adelaide Hills.
4 wheeled coach pulled by 2 camels. This involved a new double track tunnel being built to replace two tunnels and two viaducts. Know of a unique spot of interest to our readership? The Sleep’s Hill Viaducts comprised two sections, one being 92m long and 23m high, while the other was 90m long and 31m high. Elaborate precautions were taken against fire and the interior was constantly patrolled for outbreaks of damp and pests. The priceless vice-regal treasures from Government House were also included. In 1978, Craig and Ann’s son, Ron Spiel, took over the business and he started laying the foundations for the future. Tunnel No. Tunnel No.
Abandoned Train Graveyards, Stations & Railway Tunnels, Urban Exploring: The Sleep’s Hill Railway Tunnels / Mushroom Tunnels, Urban Exploring: The Port Pirie Train Graveyard, Abandoned / Historical Cinemas & Theatres, Underground Bunkers, Air-Raid Shelters & Bomb Shelters, Underground Cellars, Basements & Cavities. The original caption identifies Mr Noel Webb speaking to a crowd at the Port Elliot railway station in April 1916. Under heavy security of the Defence Corps, truckloads of valuable State possessions were stacked onto specifically built jarrah platforms that ran the length of the tunnel.
Urban exploration (urbex), off-limits, spelunking, drains, derelict buildings & ruins. S.A. Mushroom Co. had now become the second largest producer in the state. In 1978, Craig and Ann’s son, Ron Spiel, took over the business and he started laying the foundations for the future. wildstar We spent a couple of hours here seeing what photographs worked and what didn’t. Related products.
Old Sleeps Hill Viaduct Remains See http://www.environment.sa.gov.au/heritage/pdfs/showcasing/sleeps_hill.pdf This route explores the tracks, creeks and historic sites in Shepherds Hill Recreation Park and adjacent Watiparinga Reserve. I remember walking through the tunnel … which was scary because it was so dark…” – Wayne Rosser. The line continued to give satisfactory service until ~1914 when heavier engines began to be used. After the bombing of Darwin by the Japanese early in 1924, the South Australian Government decided to take no chances and sort a likely hiding place for the states treasures.
After importing infected mushroom spawn from England, his business finally collapsed. If you would like further information about this image, please Ask Us, Viaducts -- South Australia -- Sleeps Hill. Return via the Viaduct Track, and at the junction with the Watiparinga Reserve, take a short connecting walking trail to the, Along Viaduct Track through Watiparinga to railway, 1.3km one-way, Returning from Watiparinga Reserve boundary on. 4 wheeled coach pulled by 2 camels. A photoblog of Adelaide's abandoned buildings, underground tunnels and places to explore.
This item is only available to users within the State Library of South Australia. Over 70 years from 1890 the South Australian Department of Lands looked after the state's official photographic record. It was felt that the viaduct at the mouth of tunnel No. 14,000 of those historic black and white images are still held by History SA in their Glass Negatives Collection. The tunnels at Sleep’s Hill were constructed 5m high and 4.5m wide with sandstone arches & piers and infilled with red brick. This led to council pressuring Ron to relocate the compost production facility. Being the hike at the carpark on Ayliffes Road, and follow the single track Red River Gum Loop until it meets the Viaduct Track (a wide fire track). Pt Augusta, SA c1910s $ 35.00. Prior to the Second World War the Sleep's Hill tunnels were used as a mushroom farm. During World War 1, the tunnels were used for secret communication transportation between the states. Watiparinga Reserve is managed by the National Trust, and is a restored woodland of Grey Box (Eucalyptus microcarpa) trees over a grassy understorey. On a recent road trip we were passing through Port Pirie and I remembered that a mate of mine had mentioned a small train graveyard in the area. 1 was cleaned and drained. The … Sure, it was overgrown, nary a window intact, and had been defiled by many a spray can, but this place had real charm.
The 108 foot high railway viaduct was built in 1882.
Homes built increasingly closer to the tunnels would often complain about the odour, particularly in the early evening when gully breezes would blow. Walk Directions
The longest tunnel of 377m (Tunnel No. One photo shows the long dismantled Sleep's Hill Viaduct, near Mitcham in the Adelaide Hills.
4 wheeled coach pulled by 2 camels. This involved a new double track tunnel being built to replace two tunnels and two viaducts. Know of a unique spot of interest to our readership? The Sleep’s Hill Viaducts comprised two sections, one being 92m long and 23m high, while the other was 90m long and 31m high. Elaborate precautions were taken against fire and the interior was constantly patrolled for outbreaks of damp and pests. The priceless vice-regal treasures from Government House were also included. In 1978, Craig and Ann’s son, Ron Spiel, took over the business and he started laying the foundations for the future. Tunnel No. Tunnel No.
Abandoned Train Graveyards, Stations & Railway Tunnels, Urban Exploring: The Sleep’s Hill Railway Tunnels / Mushroom Tunnels, Urban Exploring: The Port Pirie Train Graveyard, Abandoned / Historical Cinemas & Theatres, Underground Bunkers, Air-Raid Shelters & Bomb Shelters, Underground Cellars, Basements & Cavities. The original caption identifies Mr Noel Webb speaking to a crowd at the Port Elliot railway station in April 1916. Under heavy security of the Defence Corps, truckloads of valuable State possessions were stacked onto specifically built jarrah platforms that ran the length of the tunnel.
Urban exploration (urbex), off-limits, spelunking, drains, derelict buildings & ruins. S.A. Mushroom Co. had now become the second largest producer in the state. In 1978, Craig and Ann’s son, Ron Spiel, took over the business and he started laying the foundations for the future. wildstar We spent a couple of hours here seeing what photographs worked and what didn’t. Related products.
Old Sleeps Hill Viaduct Remains See http://www.environment.sa.gov.au/heritage/pdfs/showcasing/sleeps_hill.pdf This route explores the tracks, creeks and historic sites in Shepherds Hill Recreation Park and adjacent Watiparinga Reserve. I remember walking through the tunnel … which was scary because it was so dark…” – Wayne Rosser. The line continued to give satisfactory service until ~1914 when heavier engines began to be used. After the bombing of Darwin by the Japanese early in 1924, the South Australian Government decided to take no chances and sort a likely hiding place for the states treasures.
After importing infected mushroom spawn from England, his business finally collapsed. If you would like further information about this image, please Ask Us, Viaducts -- South Australia -- Sleeps Hill. Return via the Viaduct Track, and at the junction with the Watiparinga Reserve, take a short connecting walking trail to the, Along Viaduct Track through Watiparinga to railway, 1.3km one-way, Returning from Watiparinga Reserve boundary on. 4 wheeled coach pulled by 2 camels. A photoblog of Adelaide's abandoned buildings, underground tunnels and places to explore.
This item is only available to users within the State Library of South Australia. Over 70 years from 1890 the South Australian Department of Lands looked after the state's official photographic record. It was felt that the viaduct at the mouth of tunnel No. 14,000 of those historic black and white images are still held by History SA in their Glass Negatives Collection. The tunnels at Sleep’s Hill were constructed 5m high and 4.5m wide with sandstone arches & piers and infilled with red brick. This led to council pressuring Ron to relocate the compost production facility. Being the hike at the carpark on Ayliffes Road, and follow the single track Red River Gum Loop until it meets the Viaduct Track (a wide fire track). Pt Augusta, SA c1910s $ 35.00. Prior to the Second World War the Sleep's Hill tunnels were used as a mushroom farm. During World War 1, the tunnels were used for secret communication transportation between the states. Watiparinga Reserve is managed by the National Trust, and is a restored woodland of Grey Box (Eucalyptus microcarpa) trees over a grassy understorey. On a recent road trip we were passing through Port Pirie and I remembered that a mate of mine had mentioned a small train graveyard in the area. 1 was cleaned and drained. The … Sure, it was overgrown, nary a window intact, and had been defiled by many a spray can, but this place had real charm.
Armed military guards were posted along the railway line to thwart any sabotage attempts. Other camels beyond. Remains of Sleeps Hill viaducts [B 56969] • Photograph. These are the sections described above: Trail signage are carpark on Ayliffes Road. There are a series of images that relive the 1920's heyday of the South Australian Railways including images of the construction of railcars at the Islington railway workshop, a locomotive at Mount Lofty Railway Station, the Royal Mail Bus to Mannum, Victor Harbor railway bus and a 1927 break down motor lorry. Electric lights were fitted along the arched roof and ventilators installed. Through innovation and refining their techniques it wasn’t until 1970 that the business became financially successful. 1 2 of 2 kipioneer Chief Commissioner. 2) sits at the brink of the viaducts, while a 193m shorter tunnel (Tunnel No. 2 became an arsenal storage facility holding shells and ammunition. An insight into Adelaide’s Abandoned Train Graveyards, Stations & Railway Tunnels…. After the bombing of Darwin by the Japanese early in 1924, the South Australian Government decided to take no chances and sort a likely hiding place for the states treasures. Do not make copies without the permission of the copyright owner. [an error occurred while processing this directive]
I remember walking through the tunnel … which was scary because it was so dark…” – Wayne Rosser. In 1932 an enterprising local man leased the two tunnels from the Government. Ltd. During January 1966 through to 1970 it proved difficult to grow mushrooms inside the tunnels – often crops would be decimated by disease. Underground Tunnels & Drains, Historic World War 1 & World War 2 Sites, Urban Exploring (Urbex), Abandoned Train Graveyards, Stations & Railway Tunnels The library of photos provides a fascinating view of the South Australian story. You can read more about the more than 400 History Week events happening around the state on their website. Tunnel No. Thick brick walls were built at the entrances and an iron door with security bars placed at the western end. Abandoned buildings Adelaide, Abandoned Places, Abandoned places in Adelaide, Adelaide, Adelaide Secrets, Adelaide Urbex, Photography, The Port Pirie Train Graveyard, Train Graveyard, Trains, Unseen Adelaide, Urban Exploration Adelaide, Urban Exploring, Urbex. Electric lights were fitted along the arched roof and ventilators installed.
1) sits half a kilometre to the north.
Abandoned buildings Adelaide, Abandoned places in Adelaide, Adelaide, Adelaide Secrets, Adelaide Urbex, Ammunition Bunker, Bomb Proof, Bomb Shelter, Communications Bunker, Mushroom Tunnel, Mushroom Tunnels, Photography, Sleep's Hill, Tunnels, Underground Bunker, Unseen Adelaide, Urban Exploration Adelaide, Urban Exploring, Urbex, Viaducts, World War 1, World War 2, WW1, WWII. In 1976, a stall was opened in the Central Market to sell mushrooms directly to customers. "Toil, tears and sweat"; photos of the industrialisation of the Spencer Gulf cities, "Lazy summer days"; Eyre Peninsula's captivating coastline, "Fruitful"; capturing life in the Riverland's orchards and along the Murray River, "Limestone leisure"; vacation destinations across the states southeast. This led to council pressuring Ron to relocate the compost production facility. We have selected five series of photographs that celebrate different chapters of the states past. School holidays saw children tripping through their dark interiors. If you have any enquiries about a specific item please include the archival number (e.g. It was felt that the viaduct at the mouth of tunnel No.
The constant temperature of around 17 degrees Celsius made it perfect for storing wine. Pt Augusta, SA c1910s $ 35.00. For copyright and/or cultural reasons this item may only be accessed from computers in the State Library of South Australia. Ron successfully negotiated the purchase of land on Bains Road, Woodcroft. The 108 foot high railway viaduct was built in 1882. Ron successfully negotiated the purchase of land on Bains Road, Woodcroft. 2. A family outing in a 1905 Oldsmobile 1905 $ 35.00. Newspapers dating from the first editions of South Australian journals (now out of existence), as well as valuable rare books from the Archives and Public Library were piled inside. Sleeps Hill - viaduct - locomotive has old type spark arrester. When the line became abandoned, the tunnels became an exploration area for locals. Smith and cost 14,441 pounds. 2. Just 8 kilometres from Adelaide, in the most attractive part of the Adelaide foothills, sit two old tunnels, which have had pasts as colourful and romantic as any ancient monument in the history of South Australia.
The 108 foot high railway viaduct was built in 1882.
Homes built increasingly closer to the tunnels would often complain about the odour, particularly in the early evening when gully breezes would blow. Walk Directions
The longest tunnel of 377m (Tunnel No. One photo shows the long dismantled Sleep's Hill Viaduct, near Mitcham in the Adelaide Hills.
4 wheeled coach pulled by 2 camels. This involved a new double track tunnel being built to replace two tunnels and two viaducts. Know of a unique spot of interest to our readership? The Sleep’s Hill Viaducts comprised two sections, one being 92m long and 23m high, while the other was 90m long and 31m high. Elaborate precautions were taken against fire and the interior was constantly patrolled for outbreaks of damp and pests. The priceless vice-regal treasures from Government House were also included. In 1978, Craig and Ann’s son, Ron Spiel, took over the business and he started laying the foundations for the future. Tunnel No. Tunnel No.
Abandoned Train Graveyards, Stations & Railway Tunnels, Urban Exploring: The Sleep’s Hill Railway Tunnels / Mushroom Tunnels, Urban Exploring: The Port Pirie Train Graveyard, Abandoned / Historical Cinemas & Theatres, Underground Bunkers, Air-Raid Shelters & Bomb Shelters, Underground Cellars, Basements & Cavities. The original caption identifies Mr Noel Webb speaking to a crowd at the Port Elliot railway station in April 1916. Under heavy security of the Defence Corps, truckloads of valuable State possessions were stacked onto specifically built jarrah platforms that ran the length of the tunnel.
Urban exploration (urbex), off-limits, spelunking, drains, derelict buildings & ruins. S.A. Mushroom Co. had now become the second largest producer in the state. In 1978, Craig and Ann’s son, Ron Spiel, took over the business and he started laying the foundations for the future. wildstar We spent a couple of hours here seeing what photographs worked and what didn’t. Related products.
Old Sleeps Hill Viaduct Remains See http://www.environment.sa.gov.au/heritage/pdfs/showcasing/sleeps_hill.pdf This route explores the tracks, creeks and historic sites in Shepherds Hill Recreation Park and adjacent Watiparinga Reserve. I remember walking through the tunnel … which was scary because it was so dark…” – Wayne Rosser. The line continued to give satisfactory service until ~1914 when heavier engines began to be used. After the bombing of Darwin by the Japanese early in 1924, the South Australian Government decided to take no chances and sort a likely hiding place for the states treasures.
After importing infected mushroom spawn from England, his business finally collapsed. If you would like further information about this image, please Ask Us, Viaducts -- South Australia -- Sleeps Hill. Return via the Viaduct Track, and at the junction with the Watiparinga Reserve, take a short connecting walking trail to the, Along Viaduct Track through Watiparinga to railway, 1.3km one-way, Returning from Watiparinga Reserve boundary on. 4 wheeled coach pulled by 2 camels. A photoblog of Adelaide's abandoned buildings, underground tunnels and places to explore.
This item is only available to users within the State Library of South Australia. Over 70 years from 1890 the South Australian Department of Lands looked after the state's official photographic record. It was felt that the viaduct at the mouth of tunnel No. 14,000 of those historic black and white images are still held by History SA in their Glass Negatives Collection. The tunnels at Sleep’s Hill were constructed 5m high and 4.5m wide with sandstone arches & piers and infilled with red brick. This led to council pressuring Ron to relocate the compost production facility. Being the hike at the carpark on Ayliffes Road, and follow the single track Red River Gum Loop until it meets the Viaduct Track (a wide fire track). Pt Augusta, SA c1910s $ 35.00. Prior to the Second World War the Sleep's Hill tunnels were used as a mushroom farm. During World War 1, the tunnels were used for secret communication transportation between the states. Watiparinga Reserve is managed by the National Trust, and is a restored woodland of Grey Box (Eucalyptus microcarpa) trees over a grassy understorey. On a recent road trip we were passing through Port Pirie and I remembered that a mate of mine had mentioned a small train graveyard in the area. 1 was cleaned and drained. The … Sure, it was overgrown, nary a window intact, and had been defiled by many a spray can, but this place had real charm.
The first part of the hills line to Aldgate commenced construction in 1879 and included the building of two viaducts and eight tunnels. Information contained within maybe fictitious and should not be relied upon. In 2002, David Munro, a Mitcham councillor, bought the tunnels and accompanying land from TransAdelaide for his wine storage business. The Ravenstein’s walked out of the partnership at the end of 1968, and in 1969, with a new loan from the bank, Ann and Craig started a new company: S.A. Mushroom Co. Pty. In 1932 an enterprising local man leased the two tunnels from the Government. B 56969) in any correspondence. Newspapers dating from the first editions of South Australian journals (now out of existence), as well as valuable rare books from the Archives and Public Library were piled inside. The Adelaide line was extended from Wolseley and connected into the Victorian system at Serviceton in 1887.
