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.
CONTACT DETAILS
Phone:
07 4622 8676
Tollfree:
1800 222 399
Email: tourism@romaregionalcouncil.qld.gov.au
Web:
www.thebigrig.com.au
ENTRY INFORMATION
Open Times:
The Big Rig is open from 0900 to 1700 seven days a week. Closed Christmas Day and Boxing Day. A night show is on at 1900 (April to August) and 1930 (September to March).The cafe is open from 0930 to 1630 daily.
Entry Costs:
| Entry | Cost | Valid From | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adult | $10.00 | 12 Feb 08 - 31 Mar 09 | Oil Patch. |
| Adult | $8.00 | 12 Feb 08 - 31 Mar 09 | Night Show. |
| Adult | $15.50 | 12 Feb 08 - 31 Mar 09 | Combined ticket - Oil Patch and Night Show. |
| Child (Aged 4-13) | $7.00 | 12 Feb 08 - 31 Mar 09 | Oil Patch. |
| Child (Aged 4-13) | $10.50 | 12 Feb 08 - 31 Mar 09 | Combined ticket - Oil Patch and Night Show. |
| Family | $24.00 | 12 Feb 08 - 31 Mar 09 | Oil Patch. |
| Family | $19.00 | 12 Feb 08 - 31 Mar 09 | Night Show. |
| Family | $36.50 | 12 Feb 08 - 31 Mar 09 | Combined ticket - Oil Patch and Night Show. |
FURTHER INFORMATION
Children: Children are welcome. The Roma Express Miniature Train takes you on a 1.4 kilometre ride around The Big Rig.
Disabled: Access is available for guests with a disability.
Entity Restrictions
Machinery is not to be climbed on, over or through by unauthorised personnel.
Tariff Text
Combination tickets to both the Oil Patch and the Night Show are available, with a discount for entering both.
