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The Telstra Tower / Black Mountain: Telstra Tower 1
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  • Kate-Me
  • By Kate-Me on February 28, 2005
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  • The Telstra Tower / Black Mountain - Canberra
    by Kate-Me
    The Telstra Tower is where you must certainly have the best view of all Canberra - from the top of the hill/mountain looking down on the lake and valley. I think it's about $4 for adults to go to the observation deck.

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  • Phone: 1800 806 718
  • Website: http://www.awm.gov.au/
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    The Telstra Tower / Black Mountain: up in the clouds
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  • NukeDoc
  • Updated By NukeDoc on April 12, 2006
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    Most people visit Telstra Tower for the view from the public gallery - it's spectacular, day or night.The tower rises 195 metres above the summit of Black Mountain, providing 360 degree views of Canberra and the countryside around it.The tower is more than a landmark and viewing gallery, however. It has a functional role in providing state-of-the-art telecommunications facilities for Canberra. In the lower level of the Tower's entrance foyer, the exhibition"Making Connections"traces the history of Australian telecommunications from the earliest days into the 21st century. In the exhibition you can see old equipment and photographs and listen to the colourful history of Australia's telecommunications.

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  • Phone: 1800 806 718
  • Directions: Easily accessible from the city and can even walk up.
  • Website: http://www.awm.gov.au/
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    The Telstra Tower / Black Mountain: Telstra Tower
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  • sunnywong
  • Updated By sunnywong on November 17, 2002
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  • The Telstra Tower / Black Mountain - Canberra
    by sunnywong
    The tower rises 195 metres above the summit of Black Mountain, providing 360 degree views of Canberra and the countryside around it.

    The tower is more than a landmark and viewing gallery, however. It has a functional role in providing state-of-the-art telecommunications facilities for Canberra. In the lower level of the Tower's entrance foyer, the exhibition "Making Connections" traces the history of Australian telecommunications from the earliest days into the 21st century.

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    The Telstra Tower / Black Mountain: Here you see the Telstra...
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  • Ronald_T
  • Updated By Ronald_T on September 12, 2002
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  • The Telstra Tower / Black Mountain - Canberra
    by Ronald_T

    Here you see the Telstra Tower and rises 195 meters above the summit of Black Mountain and provides 360-degree views of Canberra and the surrounding countryside. Stunning views of the city can be seen by day are nights from two open viewing platforms or enclosed viewing gallery. This place is really worth a visit.
    See for more pics and info in the
    Telstra Tower travelogue please.

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    The Telstra Tower / Black Mountain: Black Mountain
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  • Updated By keeweechic on August 3, 2003
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  • The Telstra Tower / Black Mountain - Canberra
    by keeweechic
    Black Mountain is probably best known for the Telstra Tower that sits on top of it and the National Botanic Gardens that cover 50 hectares on its slops.

    The maze of tracks are popular with hikers with the slopes being planted entirely with native trees and plants.

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  • The Telstra Tower / Black Mountain - Canberra
    by keeweechic
    Telstra Tower is formerly known as Telecom Tower - The tower rises 195 metres above the summit of Black Mountain and has become a well known landmark in the city but it also provides state-of-the-art telecommunications facilities for the Capital.

    The lower level of the Tower houses an exhibition tracing the history of Australian telecommunications. You can see old equipment and photographs.

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  • Directions: (5 kms from the city centre)
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    The Telstra Tower / Black Mountain: View of Canberra from Telstra Tower
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  • The Telstra Tower / Black Mountain - Canberra
    by keeweechic
    The View of Canberra from Telstra Tower. provides a spectacular 360 degree view of the city and the surrounding countryside.

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    The Telstra Tower / Black Mountain: The Telstra Tower
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  • By cutestmidget on September 12, 2002
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  • The Telstra Tower / Black Mountain - Canberra
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    The Telstra Tower
    A great way to see a bird's-eye view of Canberra. I first went up here when i was 12, and I was enchanted even then.

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    The Telstra Tower / Black Mountain: The Telstra tower is simialr...
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  • By RamSter on September 12, 2002
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  • The Telstra Tower / Black Mountain - Canberra
    by RamSter
    The Telstra tower is simialr to Sydneys AMP tower although not as high, at night it is a nice touch to this 'ghost town'.
    Tall tower.

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    The Telstra Tower / Black Mountain: Telstra Tower
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  • By Billy_26 on August 25, 2002
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  • Make the trip up to the top of the Tower for a fantastic view of Canberra.

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  • Directions: Black Mountain Drive Acton ACT 2601 5 kms from the city centre. Hours: Daily 9am-10pm, Open 365 days a year Cost: $3.30 adult, $1.10 child/con
  • Other Contact: Tel: 02 6219 6111 or 1800 806 71
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