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Planning a TripGetting There From Sydney, it takes about 9 hours to drive to Lightning Ridge, via Bathurst, Dubbo, and the fascinating town of Walgett. Airlink (tel. 02/6884 2435) flies to Lightning Ridge from Sydney via Dubbo. Countrylink (tel. 13 22 32) runs trains from Sydney to Dubbo, and then it's a bus from there. The trip from Dubbo takes around 4 1/2 hours and costs A$60 (US$54/£27). Visitor Information The Lightning Ridge Tourist Information Centre, Morilla Street (P.O. Box 1380), Lightning Ridge, NSW 2834 (tel. 02/6829 1670), is open daily from 9am to 5pm. The most useful website for Lightning Ridge is www.lightningridge.com.au. Special Events If you're in Australia around Easter, make sure you come to Lightning Ridge for the Great Goat Race and the rodeo. For information, check www.lightningridge.net.au. Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip. Related Features
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