I realise this wont undo any damage that you feel has already been caused, but hopefully itll offer fewer clues to future readers. "Apparently one of the sentry guards saw a rat, so there was a bloody big exhibition to try and get this rat because they were worried about the King George painting getting destroyed.". I walked a little way in to take a look. He really seems to have got it all happening this time. ", There were dark times too though. This was the most Horrific of the child murders which I was forced to witness as a child. They must also show their competency in such skills as: Using beer cans as tripods and also using Steel wool and glow-sticks as light sources. so keeen to find some of these spotss, whats da haps mighty mouse in melbs at the moment cant wait to be bck in adelaide, @ Doc, regarding the bunker. Daril Summers. This is not a pissing contest. Leave a note at a locations entrance, saying you are in there and giving the time. He said he would give us a week - Friday 12:00. or other ways in. A large wall painting commemorated the unofficial sponsors of the event: Commonwealth Bank, Centrelink, Victoria Police, Melbourne Water and Victoria Bitter. "Zorga really pioneered the whole effort in Adelaide, contacted the Melbourne guys and got the scene moving here.". Hundreds (if not thousands) of others have done so before them.. And yes it also does have a Google Earth file of drains all over Australia. A Newbie is the first tier of the complicated system of social ranking. Description: Fantastic 8' round RCP which goes for at least 10m & then disappears into the darkness. Thanks to my Cave Clan underground guides from Sydney, Melbourne & Adelaide: Doug, Curly, Eli, Al, Rogue, Drac Big big thanks to you guys and Go In Drains ! "We knew of them. The Cave Clan, or 'ASIO' as it is sometimes known, is a mysterious sub-sub culture which is involved in 'urbexing' related activities, sometimes referred to as 'recreational trespassing', which is a polite way of saying 'break and entering'. Nice site by the way Slyv, let me know if you ever plan on coming back - I have a few more good places for you since you were last here. If a foreign 'Urbexering Mole Person' is present, then the group will do a location. This impressive statistic has been achieved buy following a rigorous safety standard which is imposed by the clan itself. This is on King william st. SA Water's biggest wastewater pipe is the Bolivar trunk main. Thanks To: if the hospital people can't find an entrance (you think theye'd have an old map) I thought maybe the clan had stumbled on it, Thanks collector I love this sight do you need me to post my email or can you get it from my profile?? Being Booted refers to a member being involuntarily removed from online communication, and therefore the Clan. I must join. Approach.doc Just take a look at the Maze Drain, and see for yourself. "People said we lived down there, preparing for the nuclear holocaust, stockpiling supplies," Doug says. Ive taken that background info out of the post, so hopefully now this whole article will mean nothing to anyone who doesnt already know the location! A Newbie is expected to do a location every day, and post pic's or it didn't happen. And so, donning my coveralls and recruiting the services of an equally adventurous ABC cameraman, we ignored the stench and plunged into darkness for this second part in our Curious Adelaide investigation into Adelaide's tunnels. If someone actually told you that they were lying. im from adelaide i want to explore theses tunnels but i cant find them please i need to know some one tell me. Its all really concerning. UrbanTwilight Ha, we even collected information about old groups in Australia such as The Drainiacs and Alf Saddlier plus the many dozens of groups that used to hang out around their local drains. After the first 200m or so, reinforced concrete appears as the drain passes beneath a main road; here the tunnel rumbles from the sound of heavy traffic above. In 1920 they were decommissioned and replaced by a dual-line tunnel because trains were getting heavier and a purpose-built viaduct for trains at the other end of the tunnels was no longer strong enough. A fellow explorer who goes by the name Lite, said Zorga inspired him and his friends to check out Adelaide's underground spaces. This article has been up for almost two years now, and I did run it past a few CC people before I posted to get a second opinion no one had any concerns then, but I apologise if you feel it has since become a part of the growing publicity. Afterall they're in melbourne, why not lil' adelaide? My father offered some of that poor Babys flesh to me that day, but I refused to eat it. The concrete piles for the bridge supports can be seen dug into the hillside. Nearly all have been taken in low to very-low lighting conditions, and most on Canon digital equipment. When exploring alone: Leave a trail of Jelly-beans so others can find you. Prospect Local History Group convener David Kilner said there were eight sub-control centres based around inner Adelaide with those at Glenelg Oval, Prospect Oval, and on South Road at Thebarton still in existence. I highly recommend everyone with an interest in exploring consider joining the Clan, you get to see and do some amazing things, but patience is a virtue, if you wait it out, weeks, maybe even months, you WILL get the chance to come along to something. Regardless, the Cave Clan is just a bunch of people with lives and obligations, we don't sit around all day waiting for emails to come in. A Newbies duties in the C/C are many and include things like: Being sent to investigate what is up stinky 2' pipes, Being sent to investigate whether the bottl'o is still open, and cleaning 'Drain Gods' torches. These roach infested tunnels could only get smaller from here, so I decided against venturing any further. xm, Urban Exploraation is dangerous folks. The Chamber here in the ANZAC Drain serves as the venue for the Cave Clans annual awards ceremony: The Clannies. He insisted repeatedly that I try the meat because it was important for the group to see I had participated in the ritual. Zogra's tomb? The business had several hurdles getting the mushroom business off the ground, such as a rat plague that completely decimated a crop of mushrooms in 1951. How you actually become a Drain God is not clear, but it seams to have something to do with having a website which lists locations. The rats entered the tunnels through a drain and ate the entire crop, managing to avoid all the poison left for them. The 150m tunnel in Eden Hills stored the State Librarys most valuable documents, artefacts and records and the 290m tunnel in Panorama was used to store ammunition. While members of the Clan come from all walks of life, the organisation is famously secretive. Jade, This particular drain was constructed in1910. If you attach bells to a newbie, they can be made into an excellent decoy when escaping from security. When running in dark unknown drains. Doug bought a Polaroid camera in 1987, about a year after he, Woody, and Sloth founded the Cave Clan on January 26, 1986. Australian underground drains - (c) Forbidden Places - Sylvain Margaine - Melbourne, ANZAC, the Chamber. I successfully infiltrated the group by wearing a full Panda onesie at all times. Rescue time is reduced to 12hrs, if the rescue site is within a 1km radius of any McDonalds car park. The city of Melbourne might be best known for its parks and beaches, colourful street art and glittering modern architecture but for me, nothing could have been more exciting than the chance to explore Melbournes famous labyrinth of drains. Turned out he had been busy doing other things for a while, which just coincided with my visit. Due to the rising popularity of beards, a new rule will be implemented in 2019, that if you do not grow a beard you membership will be terminated. I have no idea what youre talking about, but it sounds intriguing. The walls were covered with images ranging from personal tags and signatures (including those left by visitors from other chapters of the Cave Clan), through to full scale murals. They have lots of drain pictures, maps and best of all, an up to date Google Earth file of drains and tunnels all around the world. It could save your life. The images contained on this site have been shot in Sydney, Adelaide, Melbourne, Canberra, Hobart, and countless country locations inbetween. Anyway, would someone like to shed some light on the topic, I don't know of any underground water flow across Gawler place, but there was probably more than a few wells around there. Urban exploration: Australian underground drains - Forbidden Places I grew up in Goodwood and its just such a dark, twisted, snake pit. On this secret cave thing I know of a small group of troglodytes building a small petra/dmanhur cave temple in undisclosed location (I have been told it is 113.84km bearing 138deg from worlds end). The 'C/C' mostly comprises of extremely mid-core bogans and hipsters who enjoy walking though 4 . I used to frequent the urbanadventure web site. It makes you think the coverup could still be ongoing to protect certain people in high places. A part of this drain holds a big secret, a hidden tunnel that is like stepping back in time to the 1800's, but I won't spoil it for you Arriving in Cuba alone, with no money and no plan, was more fun than you might expect. To curb the increasing media spot light, the Cave Clan contacted Jean M. Auel and contracted her to write a book titled 'The Clan of the Cave Bear', with the soul purpose of stuffing up people who are trying to Google the 'Cave Clan'. If you change your plans, let tthat person know. When you do join the C/C you are labelled a Newbie and are now part of Confirmed Clan. Those who recognise it will immediately know of its unique characteristics. The walls are thick with spiderwebs, while cockroaches scuttle underfoot. Paris C/C was setup so there is a base of operations near the spiritual home of urbex: The KATAS. Can anyone recommend a good rooftop in Adelaide CBD that has views out into the country from all directions.? The tours are specially tailored for journalist who may be interested in writing about the Cave Clan in newspapers and magazines. Every Australian state has its own Clan 'chapter'. Hey there. This division within Cave Club is called 'Cave Class', or C/C for short. SA Water Wastewater Renewals lead asset planner Craig Williamson said it starts in Adelaide's north-east in the Paradise area, followed the River Torrens into the city, "crossing over the Torrens at one point", before following a train line back out north. But not both, because then you will look like you're trying to hard. I'm not that silly that I can't see that SgtDan isn't fishing for some flaming (he loves chucking in his anti-Clan line - it's obvious there's more to it), but I suppose the point is that there has been a hundred SgtDan's aprove on the scene. Without their support and assistance many of these photos would not have been possible. Bomb shelters and trenches were built across the city throughout World War II, with basic pipe air raid shelters a favourite in places like the Botanic Gardens. yeh how do u get onto roof tops cause there usually locked and if u can get out most times u cant get back in. From this point on, all exploring is done through 'Google Earth'. Great kudos can be gained by stealing location lists from other Graffiti or crime syndicate groups. Only clanners in Australia are considered to be truest members of the Cave Conglomerate. A bag in one corner was filled with unused tealight candles. Rachel Vaughn. The Julia Farr Home for Incurables Any help would be greatly appreciated. mann ive just beeen looking at all the cave clan shit, fuck i barely know my own city. why havent they dont a investigation to prove these accusations. For a location to be considered 'good' it must feature a wank station. "We certainly haven't sent boats down there for many years now but initially it was designed for that.". A month-long monument hunt, and what I learned along the way. "She was pleading and moaning, not crying. It just makes ou come across as a control freak. I actually got a welcome email from Ath @ Cave Clan shortly after writing this post. You are kidding right? Guru, I am still unsure why this Panda disguise proved so effective, but during my time undercover, my identity was never questioned. Nivelo, This murder was conducted by a man who I have identified as looking remarkably similar to a former attorney general of South Australia. Smells like Gary's arse. I didn't have the time to look yesterday - but I kind of thought I had been helpful to SgtDan so I had a look at my post that I made to him on UER (below). The Sleep Hills tunnels were built over 100 years ago in 1883 for RX90 steam trains on the Adelaide to Aldgate line. I believe he said pump faults were regular, I'm trying to get info, maps etc of the underground caverns in Adelaide. Liao, There are, of course, subterranean tunnels associated with Fort Largs and Fort Glanville in Adelaide's western beaches, and part of a network of non-public air raid communication shelters remains visible after being established in 1942. Great read. Drain God's have no use for torches, they simply bathe in the light provided by the newbies. Urbantwilight hid a camera on the roof of a neighbouring bulding and filmed the 4 week demolition process. If so I've spent too much time living under a roof, I need to go live under some rocks! There were dudes exploring under Paris before Australia had even been settled by the Poms. When the concrete isnt ringing with the echoes of engines, the still of the underground is punctuated by the regular chirping of crickets and constant dripping water. Unable to climb out, he 'explored' 2m into a tunnel entrance but retreated because it looked scary and wet. I do know of the drains that are mentioned below and found them on my own. Maybe you guys are all too old and grey to keep up with the needs of a newer generation of drain explorers. This is the underground version of the river Torrens. I have to get around to emailing the Adelaide Clan. The baby was handed to this man by a young woman with bright red hair and blue eyes, who was wearing a hooded, floor length green cape. I am aware that it is somewhere in the Yarra but I dont know how to get there. I was wondering who would pick it up, and whether Id ever hear from them. After seeing this I knew there must have been more to this story. Extensive maps of most major cities world wide are available for use for various rescue services. Great stuff everyone. There are awards presented for the Best First Year Explorer, Best Drain, and the dubiously titled, Goes Furthest Up Drains. Ahh, but that would make me and us iaginary enemies wouldn't it. Found by the original Adelaide Cave Clan founder Zorga in 1993, Zorgas tomb is a large box culvert drain with lots of great street art. (you can email me if you'd rather no mention it here - wzard @t cave clan .dot. When there was a lot of rain, he said the stream rose and caused flooding in the basements of buildings. It is a fact that Ozzie 'Poo pipe fanciers' are the most urbexiest of all urbexers in the whole world. To curb this, addition membership requirements may be added. This tunnel has been posted up in public too often. The Gates of Doom has a rich history for those who seek it, but for now its location must remain secret. Due to the ever rising fame of the Cave Club, members where inundated with interview requests, and inquiries to host fund raising charity events. UrbanTwilight And the noble pass time of 'Urbexering' was invented. The Adelaide doctor is globally renowned for his cave-diving expertise. Lanor, "That we'd get under your house and come up through your toilet. I googled some old drains names and found an old 1995 drain location sheet from the Cave Clan. Infiltration of the Mushroom tunnel 1991 Source, Ildraino (the Cave Clan Zine by Doug). A Newbie not posting pics every day will be penalised by being labelled soft-core and risks getting further punished. The ANZAC Drain might host all the best Cave Clan parties, but it is only one very small fraction of their domain. On either side of the brook, large, elevated platforms provide spacious seating areas. ", Most famous Cave Clan member: We got a half hearted reply then nothing. Stories have persisted in subsequent decades of staff finding hidden doorways into subterranean rooms with beds and even operating theatres underground. It does not lend to your reputation mate. Why is he a reliable person for that but never believed about his and Rachels accusations. The abandoned tunnels became an exploration area for the locals until World War II in the 1940s. This is not widely know and is kept secret from members off less then 25 years membership. There were a few names I recognised but many more that I didnt. (Supplied: Tom Bjorklund) Around 54,000 . I was almost brought to tears when both sites where pulled down afew months back. It's the club for people who like exploring storm drains. Good luck to him. There is of course a difference between an underground space and a tunnel the latter being a passageway that connects one space to another. When you slip, Swoooooo! Drinking other beers will get you fisted. Extremely inbred. I think its printed on signs more as a deterrent than anything else. Rogue, Liao, Conspiracy clan Known as C/C (Rising in popularity), The Tork SCA 1100 toilet paper dispenser key, Shoe Care and the Benefits of Raw Sewerage, How to look inconspicuous in large groups in McDonalds Car Parks 101, A packet of Jelly-Beans (If travelling alone), A Tork SCA 1100 toilet paper dispenser key. If an accident is caused and it is not funny enough, then that explorer will be 'iron fisted'. Membership will reach 10,000 explores buy 2020 if the current membership rate is kept. Apparently there used to be a tunnel going under frome road used for cattle transport and later for WWII / quarantine transport troops but was completely backfilled. "Don't live life in fear, put a torch in your rear! The official Cavern Clan uniform is a black hoodie. Limited spaces available. Forum mods are the rulers of all Urbex related activities world wide. The idea there's a network of hidden or forgotten tunnels beneath Adelaide has long sparked conversation but, as we discovered last week, much of it's based on myth or exaggeration. The Sleeps Hill tunnels are currently owned by a close relative of Anthony Munroe, who was also a member of the Salvage and Expedition club and a person of interest in the Beaumont Childrens disappearance Rachel Vaughn, Also in the early 1980s I was taken to an Adelaide hills location where (including myself) about 9 other children, as well as about 50 adults were witness to the murder of a baby boy of around 10 Months old. In the 50s-90s, The tunnels were used for a mushroom farm by S.A Mushroom Company. However, the object must be returned within 100 years or it is considered theft. The poison runs thick and fast through Adelaide. Urban Exploring: Gates of Doom - Awesome Adelaide It is still unknown which government organisation, forum mods work for. Obtainum is an important aspect of locationeering. These rules include: Although first aid kits are shunned. "He rang me before this day and said he wanted to join the Clan. An urbexiest must never put another urbexer in danger, unless it will be really funny. In the country, this drain is shaped in natural rocks. It was rebuilt in 1900 with a dual entrance and domed covers for railway platforms, then replaced by the much larger and extravagant railway station of today, opened in 1928. The reason for this is unclear, because everyone knows everyone else's real names from Facebook anyway. SA Water's Craig Williamson said it is likely to be connected to a trunk water main with a 750-millimetre diameter pipe running from Kangaroo Dam. I'm sure there are others in Sydney that explore things. Ive just been back through the article and given it an edit removing any exterior photos that might help to identify the place from outside, as well as deleting a few comments. The usual trophy given is a butt-plug painted gold, which is also known as a 'Man-hole key' (pictured). Hey Rayven, thanks a lot for the kind words! Drain Gods are of course the highest official rank achievable in the C/C/C (with the possible exception of forum moderators). Explorationeers from other parts of the world generally refer to themselves as 'Urbexering Mole People', or sometimes 'Thieves'. Right from the start this zine oozes with an 'Old school vibe' giving it instant cred. Camera's with high ISO settings are popular because most Click Clanners are too weak to carry Manfrotto's. Its gone down hill over the last year or two. Dedicated to the Big Drain Posse, were a series of painted tombstones naming deceased members of the Clan. im interested in knowing how to acess the tunnels under adelaide but have never been able to find any entrances can someone plz give me an idea on where to go atleast cheers. Mr Williamson said some ovi-form pipes travel beneath West Terrace, some along the River Torrens, and others in the city's older suburbs. It has chapters all over the world, in exotic locations like Antarctica, Kazakhstan and Canberra. Notice: It seems you have Javascript disabled in your Browser. The Adelaide Club was founded in 1863. Keswick Military Museum archivist Paul Longstaff said he had never heard of such an installation, despite a photograph on the Awesome Adelaide website picturing what it describes as a communication bunker in rural Adelaide. "I can categorically state there is no tunnel connecting the two sites or connecting our site to any other site," GM Holden corporate affairs manager Megan Lloyd said. It is hard to imagine a trip to Melbourne without this informative piece of literature. When you arrive at a location, you are expected to write your 'tag' near the entrance to indicate that you looked in, and then to draw a dick on other peoples tags. BUMP Ouch! This occurred in a tunnel system which I believe may be the Sleeps Hill tunnels on the outskirts of Adelaide. Sweet Adelaide 424. Later, Id even hear stories of projectors being dragged down to this drain, to screen films up on the walls inside. Radelaide can not afford to boot anyone, as there are not enough members. Every Clan member goes by a witty pseudonym such as: 'The Awesome Annihilator', 'BigD1ck69' or 'Sunflower Unicorn' and you must never refer to a person by their real name. send me an email if it would be okay to join you guys one day.. peace, I was at the repat hospital last week & on a notice board there was an old pic with a bomb shelter ent. Sometimes someone will do a poo and everyone else will try to avoid it. Im hoping to get to Sydney next time, so this might turn out to be very handy. I reply to the SgtDan's depsite others pleading for them to be ignored probably because I'm a co-founder of the Clan and probably because it's a hobby. Hoq do you get up here? UrbanTwilight is photographing the underground tunnels, abandoned buildings, rooftops, and hidden industry that most people would never normally get to see. After doing some research and talking to some people in the know, I found out some serious allegations had been made about these tunnels by Rachel Vaughn. If you don't care, then don't reply. The website's operator did not respond to my contact attempts, but it is worth noting Awesome Adelaide reported the tunnel becoming a mushroom farm after the war the same fate as the Sleeps Hills tunnels in the Adelaide foothills.