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November 20, 2013

Urban Exploring: Cheltenham Racecourse

On Saturday 21 February 2009 the last race meeting was held at the Cheltenham Racecourse before its official closure. The racecourse was the site of Australia’s first forays into aviation, a training camp and convalescent hospital for returned soldiers, as well as many important horse-racing milestones; first broadcast race call, first photo-finish, and the champion Tulloch’s 1961 race at Cheltenham made him the first horse in the Commonwealth to take his earnings past 100,000 pounds.

As developers, state and local government squabble over its heritage significance, the site lays disused and in ruin, waiting for its fate to be decided.

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November 18, 2013

Urban Exploring: Gates of Doom

After being asked by members of the Cave Clan and UEGA to not post this article we’ve reached a compromise allowing me to at least share some information with you.

Don’t be fooled, this tunnel is as dangerous as they come. Those who recognise it will immediately know of its unique characteristics. The ‘Gates of Doom‘ has a rich history for those who seek it, but for now its location must remain secret.

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November 14, 2013

Urban Exploring: The Adelaide Darkie [Part 2]

Continued from Part 1…

The Adelaide Darkie Tunnel is approximately 1.5kms long and passes under 4 inner city suburbs. The roof changes numerous times; from corrugated iron and old bricked bridges; to modern iron sheeting and concrete.

The final 400m is a back-breaker with the ceiling no more than 5ft6in high. The graffiti becomes more scarce in this part but still contains some very creative works — especially the fox on the side wall near dog footprints embedded within the floor. The exit comes up suddenly and you’re left squinting your eyes from the bright sunlight streaming in.

I hope you enjoy The Adelaide Darkie, it’s one of the coolest drains in Adelaide, and always remember: ‘When It Rains, NO Drains!’