December 13, 2009

Glimpses of the past

Around Kalgoorlie many historic ghost mining towns are rusting away. Once vibrant communities were deserted overnight when the local mine ran dry and inhabitants caught the last train to Kalgoorlie, only to leave behind them eerie glimpses of the past.
xNature taking over - street in Kookynie
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Menzies roadhouse
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Derelict miner's cottage - Gwalia
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1911 wallpaper - Gwalia
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Restored shops - Gwalia
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Fence made of bedframes - Gwalia
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