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Things To See and Do
The Big Rig
Roma,
Maranoa Area
Admission Costs and Entry Information
Phone:
07 4622 4355Email:
thebigrigroma@westnet.com.au
Web:
www.thebigrig.com.au
Description
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.
Property Details
Facilities
- Access Without Assistance for the Disabled
- BBQ Facilities
- Cafe
- Car park
- First Aid Equipment
- Parking for the Disabled
- Public toilet
- Shaded Area
- Sheltered Area
- Toilet facilities for the Disabled
- Visitor Information Centre
- Walking Tracks
Activities
- Birdwatching
- Shopping
Other 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.
Pets Allowed:
Yes. Pets not allowed inside building only.
Restrictions:
Machinery is not to be climbed on, over or through by unauthorised personnel.
Take a ride around the Big Rig Parklands on the "Roma Express" Miniature Train which operates from 10.00 a.m. until 2.00 p.m. on Thursdays and Sundays - (depending on volunteer drivers availability). Cost AUD2.00 per person, children under four free.
How To Get There:
The Big Rig is situated on the eastern side of Roma on the Warrego Highway.
Tariff Information:
Combination tickets to both the Oil Patch and the Night Show are available, with a discount for entering both.
Entry Costs
| Entry | Cost | Valid From | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adult | $10.00 | 01 Apr 11 - 31 Mar 12 | Oil Patch. |
| Adult | $8.00 | 01 Apr 11 - 31 Mar 12 | Night Show. |
| Adult | $15.50 | 01 Apr 11 - 31 Mar 12 | Combined ticket - Oil Patch and Night Show. |
| Child (Aged 4-13) | $7.00 | 01 Apr 11 - 31 Mar 12 | Oil Patch. |
| Child (Aged 4-13) | $10.50 | 01 Apr 11 - 31 Mar 12 | Combined ticket - Oil Patch and Night Show. |
| Concession | $7.00 | 01 Apr 11 - 31 Mar 12 | Oil Patch. |
| Concession | $7.00 | 01 Apr 11 - 31 Mar 12 | Night Show. |
| Family | $24.00 | 01 Apr 11 - 31 Mar 12 | Oil Patch. |
| Family | $19.00 | 01 Apr 11 - 31 Mar 12 | Night Show. |
| Family | $36.50 | 01 Apr 11 - 31 Mar 12 | Combined ticket - Oil Patch and Night Show. |
| Group | $9.45 | 01 Apr 11 - 31 Mar 12 | Combination Ticket for Night Show and Oil Patch. Groups of 20 plus are less ten per cent. |
| Student | $7.00 | 01 Apr 11 - 31 Mar 12 | Oil Patch. |
| Student | $7.00 | 01 Apr 11 - 31 Mar 12 | Night Show. |
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2 Riggers Road
Roma
Queensland 4455 Australia
Roma
Queensland 4455 Australia
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