The Age Photos of the Week: Where Curiosity Meets Weirdness This week's selection of photographs from The Age showcases human curiosity in all its forms, from unusual attractions to mind bending science and bizarre weather events.
Australian Oddities: Small Towns with Big Claims Coober Pedy, a town in South Australia, is famous for its opal mining industry, but it also boasts an underground museum where visitors can descend into the mine via a narrow staircase.
Many locals live in subterranean dwellings, making Coober Pedy a true subterranean town. Kalgoorlie, Western Australia, has gained attention for its rich gold mining history and unique architecture.