Mining city where buying explosives was once 'as complicated as ordering a burger'

Mining city where buying explosives was once 'as complicated as ordering a burger'

A recent gelignite discovery during a Kalgoorlie renovation has brought back memories of a time when explosives were "freely available" in the mining city.  [Continue Reading]

ABC Australia – World ABC Australia – World | 18 Jan 2026 23:00
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