Height
3 meters
Year Built
2000
Address
Hoddle Street, Robertson, NSW 2577
The Lowdown
The Big Tap at Robertson celebrates the abundant rainfall that makes this Southern Highlands village one of Australia's greenest and most fertile areas. This whimsical sculpture depicts an enormous tap appearing to float in mid-air with water perpetually flowing from it - a playful tribute to the rain that sustains Robertson's famous dairy farms and rainforests. The village receives over 1,800mm of rain annually, creating the lush green pastures that have supported dairy farming since the 1800s. Robertson is also famous as the filming location for the movie 'Babe,' and the Big Tap welcomes visitors to explore a village where mist-covered hills, heritage buildings, and country hospitality create a quintessentially Australian rural experience.
Did you know?
"Robertson receives over 1,800mm of rain annually"
History
The Big Tap was installed around 2000 to celebrate Robertson's famous rainfall and agricultural heritage. The village has been a dairy farming center since the 1800s, and the reliable rainfall creates the lush pastures that produce premium milk and cheese. Robertson gained international fame in 1995 when the movie 'Babe' was filmed in the surrounding countryside.
More Fun Facts
- •Robertson receives over 1,800mm of rain annually
- •The village was the filming location for the movie 'Babe' (1995)
- •The surrounding area is part of an ancient rainforest remnant
- •Robertson's cheese factory has been operating since 1896
- •The famous Robertson Pie Shop draws visitors from Sydney
Visiting Tips
- 💡Visit the Robertson Pie Shop for legendary pies and pastries
- 💡Explore the Yarrawa Brush walking track through ancient rainforest
- 💡The Robertson Cheese Factory offers tastings
- 💡Fitzroy Falls is a spectacular waterfall 15 minutes away
- 💡The village has excellent antique shops and galleries
Opening Hours
The Big Tap can be viewed at any time.
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Big Lizzie
Australia's largest traction engine at Red Cliffs, VIC, a working piece of pioneering history.
Big Potato
A 10-metre fibreglass potato built in 1977, modelled on a Sebago potato, sitting in a field in Robertson.