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witnessing the tough lifestyle of a miner .
Many buildings are constructed from the minimal available materials of the area , look closely and you might see opal infused stone holding up a wall , dirt covered roofs , or even bones fashioned into nails . Andamooka ’ s main street is a living museum to the recent past .
These historic displays are thanks to the Andamooka Progress and Opal Miners Association , a group that is dedicated to preserving the history of a unique town as well as encouraging visitors to venture beyond the highway . Camping and caravan grounds have been established as well as a hotel and cabins .
With many local attractions in the area , Lake Torrens , Woomera , Roxby Downs , and a gateway to the Oodnadatta Track , Andamooka
households were and still are constructed of what is available , forget the image you make do
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