Synopsis
80,000 empty beer cans litter the streets of Birdsville after 5,000 Australians gather for the annual Birdsville Cup horse race weekend.
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Synopsis
Birdsville, a remote Australian town with only 23 houses, hosts the annual Birdsville Cup, attracting 5,000 visitors for a weekend of festivities. The event sees travelers arriving by buses, motorcycles, and planes. Mass drinking peaks on Saturday night. By Monday morning, the street is littered with 80,000 empty beer cans, leaving behind a quiet village once more. The town had received its first telephone connection in 1979, 90 years after applying for it.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- See Birdsville's unique culture and isolation.
- Find out about the wild Birdsville Cup horse race.
- Meet the 5,000 party-goers who invade for the race.
Did You Know
- Birdsville has only 23 houses and one bar.
- The telephone connection arrived in Birdsville in 1979, 90 years after it was applied for.
- The Birdsville Cup attracts 5,000 visitors for one weekend each year.
- The aftermath of the horse race leaves 80,000 empty beer cans on the streets.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Birdsville?
Birdsville has a population of 23 houses.
When did Birdsville get its telephone connection?
Birdsville received its long-awaited telephone connection in 1979, 90 years after it was first applied for.
How many people attend the Birdsville Cup horse race?
Approximately 5,000 Australians attend the Birdsville Cup horse race each year.
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