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Adaminaby's 10-metre fibreglass trout was built by local artist Andy Lomnici in 1973, becoming one of Australia's iconic Big Things! Using a frozen trout as a guide, Lomnici created this impressive 2.5-tonne beauty over a steel frame with individually layered scales--a remarkable feat of roadside artistry. The Big Trout celebrates the Snowy Mountains' world-class fishing heritage and the pristine waters of Lake Eucumbene. Recently restored in 2024, this Big Thing continues to attract road-trippers exploring the Snowy Mountains region. Perfect for any NSW road trip, the Big Trout offers a tribute to Australia's freshwater fishing traditions and regional identity. Whether you're visiting during fishing season or year-round, this iconic Big Thing stands as a monument to both the fish that swim these waters and the craftsmanship of regional artists. The Big Trout is an essential Big Things Passport stop for anyone exploring southern NSW.
Fun Fact
Artist Andy Lomnici created this 2.5-tonne sculpture in 1973 using a frozen trout as his artistic guide and individually layered each fibreglass scale! Lake Eucumbene near Adaminaby holds 4,798,000 megalitres of water--that's equivalent to 1.9 million Olympic swimming pools.
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