The Big Rig

A hundred years ago, on Roma's Hospital Hill, a drilling crew was boring for water when, suddenly, the unexpected happen: "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.