Neil Silverwood reports from the 31st annual expedition to explore the extensive cave network known as Bulmer Cavern beneath Mt Owen The Hughes 500 climbs steeply above the bluffs of Bulmer Creek. Below, 20 cavers tramp up an improbably steep route, wading through the creek, wasp-infested bush and overhanging cliffs on course to the small […]
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