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Over a hundred years ago, on Roma's Hospital Hill, a drilling crew was boring for water when, suddenly, the unexpected happened: 'Strewth, it's gas!' exclaimed a surprised driller as gas, mud and water gushed out of the well.
With this event, quite by accident, Australia's oil and gas industry was born.
The Big Rig celebrates the unique history of Australia's oil and gas industry, collecting together intriguing stories, photos, facts and objects, in a variety of fascinating multi-media exhibits.
The Big Rig also houses the accredited Roma Visitor Information Centre where you can pop in to get all the information you need on things to see and do whilst in the region.
Attraction Opening Times
Note: The Big Rig is open from 0800 to 1730 seven days a week. Closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day. A night show is on at 1900 (April to August) and 1930 (September to March). The cafe is open from 0800 to 1600 daily.
Children Friendly
Children are welcome. The Roma Express Miniature Train takes you on a 1.4 kilometre ride around The Big Rig.
* BBQ Facilities * Cafe * Car park * Catering * Child Activities * Coach Parking * Wheelchair Access * Parking for the Disabled * Disabled Toilet Facilities * First aid equipment * Interpretive Centre * Interactive Centre * Picnic Area * Public Telephone * Public Toilet * Shaded Area * Sheltered Area * Visitor Information Centre * Walking Tracks
Over a hundred years ago, on Roma's Hospital Hill, a drilling crew was boring for water when, suddenly, the unexpected happened: 'Strewth, it's gas!' exclaimed a surprised driller as gas, mud and water gushed out of the well.
