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Happywanderer · Happywanderer

Todays booklet which starts tomorrow Thursday 17th. Pages of camping gear. A couple of things that caught my eye were A portable clothesline that folds up and comes in its own bag like a fold up chair. Only 24.99. Stands 145 cm high. Also Fire blanket 1m x 1m Approved to Australian standards 4.99 Fire E...

brucenjude · brucenjude

We were going up the Clyde Mountain NSW south coast on the start of our trip to WA, just got to Pooh Bear Corner which is a very tight and steep pinch near the top when the Nissan Patrol stopped over heated and no traction . A chap stopped to help with the traffic in pouring rain when along came an emty ski...

DKay · DKay

Hi folks, I would like your comments on the rust on the axles of my van. It was delivered to me (new) in June 2010. (now 9 months old) Purchased from Noels Island Star in Adelaide. Built by Spaceland in Melbourne. Rust started to appear on gas bottles and chassi after 3 months. I approached Noels about th...

Vic · Vic

http://www.caravanandcampingshow.com.au/site/exhibitors.html

ozi2 · ozi2

G'day everyone, I would like to post some comments on the Injune info centre for GN's travelling North on the A7, Roma...Injune...Carnarvon. This fantastic information centre has been substantially upgraded in recent times and the town deserves a big pat on the back for the effort that has gone int...

Wombat 280 · Wombat 280

Mate called today to tell me his 1500kg van was due for rego and it had gone from $320.00 in 2010 to $416.00 2011 , that's near enough to a 25% increase for what, more pot holed roads and privately operated toll ways , give me a break. They are good aren't they something which for most people would spe...

briche · briche

Well here we are, on the road at last. Left Tassy on 25 Feb after a month around the state to check out the rig. We are currently in Rye down Port Phillip bay in Vic. We have to say it's better than we could have imagined. So many people who just want to help our with all sorts of advice it's so great to find peopl...

jimbo · jimbo

Any of you good Nomads familiar with Cudo...A site that flogs suposed good deals and Bargains.

pipes · pipes

Awhile ago, went to a bit of a shindig with a lot of motorhome, caravan and campervan people who were mainly, "weekend wanderers". When I mentioned that I had spent many years as an interstate truck, tour and express coach driver, I was verbally "jumped on" as, "One of t...

Firefly · Firefly

http://www.heraldsun.com.au/news/special-reports/before-and-after-interactive-photos-from-the-japan-earthquake-and-tsunami/story-fn7zkbgs-1226021185843

milo · milo

just wondering.. your post has gone a few pages back..

janetta · janetta

Can anyone recommend something to hold the backs of souvenir badges onto the pins - for hat decoration? I was thinking of some sort of glue that would stick to metal? -- Edited by janetta on Monday 14th of March 2011 03:07:51 PM

jimbo · jimbo

Can any one answer this question.....Telstra owns 49% and we (The Govt own 51% What is happening too the 51% What is it doing.....Telstra are treating us like pheasants...

ozi2 · ozi2

Location :South Australia. The bridge spans a watering hole that was vital for stock being driven from Qld. NO,NO, I Have done it again, please ignore this post, apologies again, ozi2THIS THREAD MOVED TO STICKY: pick this place -- Edited by ozi2 on Monday 14th of March 2011 07:23:10 AM -- Edited by oz...

gillyb · gillyb

I was advised by a friend of mine yesterday that I should have a cb radio incase I have any kind of problems on the road in an area where there may be no mobile signal. I spoke to a salesman at the Caravan supershow here in Melbourne today and because I was on a budget he suggested I purchase a hand held Uni...

P2 · P2

I know there have been other posts on this subject, but need to know if anyone has first hand knowledge of the Matchmaster Digi-Match VA7 Caravan TV Antenna Yagi design, that can be mounted vertical or horizontal, available from Tandy for $69.99, also do you need a booster for this or is it buil in. Than...

GrumpyOne · GrumpyOne

Hey Guys n Gals, Have been seriousl;y considering a trip to Tassy in either June or July, I realise its the middle of winter down there but it can't be any worse than here in the South East of SA. Besides it's supposed to be the best time to see the Aurora Australis (Southern Lights) while the air is cold and...

ozi2 · ozi2

Images of Lake Eyre mid November 2010, our flight was from nearby William Creek. The cost per person for 1 hour flight (ample time) was $230.00 and seeing the Lake in flood I considered it well worth the money. Pilot commentary was excellent, however the sound effects of the pilots front seat passeng...

ozi2 · ozi2

G'day everyone, a new caravan park is opening in the Kimberly at turn off to Purnululu National Park ( Bungle Bungle's) and is located on Mabel Downs station. It will be able to be accessed by 2wd vehicles towing vans. Anticipated opening is May 2011, and dogs (under control) will be welcomed. It will f...

tabby · tabby

Fuel prices in Gisborne yesterday $1.52 unleaded why? talk about a rip off but the pollies dont seem to care as they get there petrol for free.

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	Aldi, Specials that might be handy for us Nomads. (Preview) Todays booklet which starts tomorrow Thursday 17th. Pages of camping gear. A couple of things that caught my eye were A portable clothesline that folds up and comes in its own bag like a fold up chair. Only 24.99. Stands 145 cm high. Also Fire blanket 1m x 1m Approved to Australian standards 4.99 Fire E...	Happywanderer	12	2878	04:59 PM Mar 17, 2011 by Beth54
	A Must for all Nomads on and off the Black Top A good Snatch Rope (Preview) We were going up the Clyde Mountain NSW south coast on the start of our trip to WA, just got to Pooh Bear Corner which is a very tight and steep pinch near the top when the Nissan Patrol stopped over heated and no traction . A chap stopped to help with the traffic in pouring rain when along came an emty ski...	brucenjude	3	881	06:47 PM Mar 16, 2011 by Gerty Dancer
	Rust on van axles (Preview) Hi folks, I would like your comments on the rust on the axles of my van. It was delivered to me (new) in June 2010. (now 9 months old) Purchased from Noels Island Star in Adelaide. Built by Spaceland in Melbourne. Rust started to appear on gas bottles and chassi after 3 months. I approached Noels about th...	DKay	12	2339	03:38 PM Mar 19, 2011 by Cruising Granny
	Perth Caravan and Camping Show - 17-21st March 2011 inclusive (Preview) http://www.caravanandcampingshow.com.au/site/exhibitors.html	Vic	0	441	12:36 PM Mar 16, 2011 by Vic
	Injune tourist information centre (Preview) G'day everyone, I would like to post some comments on the Injune info centre for GN's travelling North on the A7, Roma...Injune...Carnarvon. This fantastic information centre has been substantially upgraded in recent times and the town deserves a big pat on the back for the effort that has gone int...	ozi2	4	1081	10:49 PM Mar 17, 2011 by Cruising Granny
	Is there No end to the rip off's (Preview) Mate called today to tell me his 1500kg van was due for rego and it had gone from $320.00 in 2010 to $416.00 2011 , that's near enough to a 25% increase for what, more pot holed roads and privately operated toll ways , give me a break. They are good aren't they something which for most people would spe...	Wombat 280	19	1969	11:46 PM Mar 16, 2011 by Beth54
	On the road and loving it (Preview) Well here we are, on the road at last. Left Tassy on 25 Feb after a month around the state to check out the rig. We are currently in Rye down Port Phillip bay in Vic. We have to say it's better than we could have imagined. So many people who just want to help our with all sorts of advice it's so great to find peopl...	briche	6	1090	01:14 PM Mar 20, 2011 by Ma
	Cudo (Preview) Any of you good Nomads familiar with Cudo...A site that flogs suposed good deals and Bargains.	jimbo	5	857	02:21 PM Mar 15, 2011 by jimbo
	About two way radio communication (Preview) Awhile ago, went to a bit of a shindig with a lot of motorhome, caravan and campervan people who were mainly, "weekend wanderers". When I mentioned that I had spent many years as an interstate truck, tour and express coach driver, I was verbally "jumped on" as, "One of t...	pipes	28	1784	09:45 AM Mar 20, 2011 by howdrink
	Interactive Link for Japan (Preview) http://www.heraldsun.com.au/news/special-reports/before-and-after-interactive-photos-from-the-japan-earthquake-and-tsunami/story-fn7zkbgs-1226021185843	Firefly	9	921	09:22 PM Mar 16, 2011 by Firefly
	is she home yet Happy wanderrer.. (Preview) just wondering.. your post has gone a few pages back..	milo	18	1664	02:15 AM Mar 18, 2011 by shadyandme
	hat pins (Preview) Can anyone recommend something to hold the backs of souvenir badges onto the pins - for hat decoration? I was thinking of some sort of glue that would stick to metal? -- Edited by janetta on Monday 14th of March 2011 03:07:51 PM	janetta	27	1887	10:39 PM Mar 20, 2011 by janetta
	Telstra! (Preview) Can any one answer this question.....Telstra owns 49% and we (The Govt own 51% What is happening too the 51% What is it doing.....Telstra are treating us like pheasants...	jimbo	13	1401	09:45 AM Mar 16, 2011 by Gerty Dancer
	pick this place (Preview) Location :South Australia. The bridge spans a watering hole that was vital for stock being driven from Qld. NO,NO, I Have done it again, please ignore this post, apologies again, ozi2THIS THREAD MOVED TO STICKY: pick this place -- Edited by ozi2 on Monday 14th of March 2011 07:23:10 AM -- Edited by oz...	ozi2	1	740	10:12 AM Mar 14, 2011 by Firefly
	Advice on CB radio please (Preview) I was advised by a friend of mine yesterday that I should have a cb radio incase I have any kind of problems on the road in an area where there may be no mobile signal. I spoke to a salesman at the Caravan supershow here in Melbourne today and because I was on a budget he suggested I purchase a hand held Uni...	gillyb	20	2624	09:39 AM Mar 17, 2011 by gillyb
	TV ANTENNA (Preview) I know there have been other posts on this subject, but need to know if anyone has first hand knowledge of the Matchmaster Digi-Match VA7 Caravan TV Antenna Yagi design, that can be mounted vertical or horizontal, available from Tandy for $69.99, also do you need a booster for this or is it buil in. Than...	P2	5	3694	08:43 PM Mar 13, 2011 by Happywanderer
	WHO HAS CAMPED IN TASMANIA ( 1 2 ) (Preview) Hey Guys n Gals, Have been seriousl;y considering a trip to Tassy in either June or July, I realise its the middle of winter down there but it can't be any worse than here in the South East of SA. Besides it's supposed to be the best time to see the Aurora Australis (Southern Lights) while the air is cold and...	GrumpyOne	31	2232	02:48 PM Mar 20, 2011 by wendyv
	Lake Eyre, Nov 2010 (Preview) Images of Lake Eyre mid November 2010, our flight was from nearby William Creek. The cost per person for 1 hour flight (ample time) was $230.00 and seeing the Lake in flood I considered it well worth the money. Pilot commentary was excellent, however the sound effects of the pilots front seat passeng...	ozi2	1	751	02:15 PM Mar 13, 2011 by Firefly
	New Bungle Bungle caravan park ( 1 2 ) (Preview) G'day everyone, a new caravan park is opening in the Kimberly at turn off to Purnululu National Park ( Bungle Bungle's) and is located on Mabel Downs station. It will be able to be accessed by 2wd vehicles towing vans. Anticipated opening is May 2011, and dogs (under control) will be welcomed. It will f...	ozi2	30	4529	12:03 PM Mar 16, 2011 by Gerty Dancer
	fuel prices (Preview) Fuel prices in Gisborne yesterday $1.52 unleaded why? talk about a rip off but the pollies dont seem to care as they get there petrol for free.	tabby	8	942	08:54 PM Mar 14, 2011 by Ma
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