World First? - We LiDAR Scanned an Opal Mine @ Lightning Ridge! →
We 3D scanned a 25+ year old Lightning Ridge opal mine and created a visualisation of the entire mine. Special thanks to Shaun Galman for allowing access to the mine, providing safety briefings and supporting this creation of this video.
I cannot stress this enough - mine safety is important. Opal mines, opal mining claims and opal fields are dangerous places with hazards you may not be familiar with and cannot predict. Entering a mineral claim without the express permission of the claim owner is considered criminal trespass and can be prosecuted. Entering mine diggings without the presence of a trained and experienced miner is an extreme risk and is never, ever recommended.