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Absolute Opals Blog

There are many theories floating around the opal field about which is the best way to solve opal mining issues. Join Carl as he explores

Outback Opal Mythbusters

05 February, 2022

Carl tests a local mining myth that Truck Tyre can risist abrasive opal dirt better than a steel patch when used on the 90 degree bottom blower bend.

Bullet Proof your Blower, Part 2

16 December, 2021


Every opal miner dreams of their gear lasting a long long time! Carl uses more local bush engineering techniques to solve mining wear and tare isues on the Blower

Bullet Proof your Blower, Part One

06 December, 2021

The moment they have been waiting for... Absolute Opals plucks chunks of colour from the mine face as they are digging. Watch this Vid to find out how it shaped up and to see if there are any bonuses in the tailout.

A Good Tailout !!!

30 October, 2021


Mining Truck Full of Opal, Stuck in Mud !

Mining Truck Full of Opal, Stuck in Mud !

06 May, 2021

"Gem Black Opal Direct From Our Mining"

"Gem Black Opal Direct From Our Mining"

25 February, 2021


COOCORAN EXPEDITION (PART 2): “Absolute Opals Attaches Conveyor Belt to New Aggie at Olga’s Dam”

COOCORAN EXPEDITION (PART 2): “Absolute Opals Attaches Conveyor Belt to New Aggie at Olga’s Dam”

29 December, 2020

Famous Outback Opal Hunter Bro, Mick Cook helps Absolute Opals retrieve Old Aggie from Coocoran!

Famous Outback Opal Hunter Bro, Mick Cook helps Absolute Opals retrieve Old Aggie from Coocoran!

17 December, 2020


Mulga / Grawin Opal Fields Expedition

Mulga / Grawin Opal Fields Expedition

04 December, 2020