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Apparently, a distance based Road User charge is to be phased in for EVs because those vehicles avoid petrol excise charges. Are we also going to see a similar charge applied to the use of caravans? In many cases the weight of a van exceeds the weight of the tug and its travel on the road causes damage....

Ok, blokes probably dont know this, wives and partners probably do. I split my thumb nail pulling down knots, pain and blood. A dob of superglue on the split, press it together with a narrow edge, let it cure and file off the jagged edges. No pain, it doesnt catch.

I just joined "Pick This Place" Forum recently and it occurred to me maybe we should start another guessing game and call it "Who is This". We could post photos of famous people and you have to guess who they are. If we can get enough starters I will e-mail the Webmaster with a req...

On another forum, back in 2014, I started a topic called Word association. As of today, it has had 49,325 responses and 356,704 views. Maybe this will be of interest to some and may prompt them to at least post something. Let's see. Your response can be directly related or anything at all. How it works. I...

Sydney weather: Fire ban after NSW and Queensland break October temperature records "A total fire ban has been declared for Sydney and many other regions after statewide temperature records tumbled in NSW and Queensland.Both states broke their October temperature record by close to a d...

Up to around 4 months ago had Wiki on my Laptop Now, after it loads I get this message load latest version for the App ( Fruit) Store, when I click on UPDATE NOW I am directed to Microsoift Store, I can see WikiCamps USA and WikiCamps UK but No WikiCamps Aust. Anybody had success, If so what do I do. Thanks

Dried-out tea bags dipped in kerosene are another safe way to start a fire. Better than pouring kero and standing clear of the flame whish. Could have been listed previously. Cheers Jay&Dee

Would like to get feedback from brains trust on must do events around this great country -- Edited by jab160 on Tuesday 7th of October 2025 04:30:02 PM -- Edited by jab160 on Tuesday 7th of October 2025 04:30:31 PM

$56pn for two. $27 for one. Right on the ocean. Nice quite clear swimming spot. Bit cold at the moment. Expect it to get a lot more expensive in the warmer weather. No amenities. Dog friendly though. I'm still looking. I want somewhere nice where I can park up for a few weeks. Near Water. Southea...

Poison ate through skirt on pop top. Went for repairs June 2nd. Still waiting for skirt to be made. Is 5 months the usual time Gor this.

Hi guys, we just acquired a Lotus Trackvan Extreme 2009/12. Nice unit but we dont know where/how to hang the tv on the wall. Seems to provisions to place it on bench top which i find not very suitable while using the kitchen. We bought a swivel arm bracket but it seems very heavy compared to one in an ear...

I don't get it. The old BOM website worked so well. Now replaced with a complete useless design.

This bloke walks into a petshop and asks the attendant for a pet that requires absolutely no looking after. After a few moments the attendant tells him that they have a talking Centipede that does'nt need any attention. The bloke looks at him and says,"You're joking surely?" "Nope, its a fair dinkum t...

Two old ladies were discussing their husbands.One said, I do wish George would stop biting his nails. Its such a horrible habit.Her friend said, My Arnold used to do the same. But I eventually cured him of it.How did you do that?I hid his teeth.

Just replaced electric heating element in my 2012 year model Truma b14 hot water unit with an 850watt element and after 1hour 15minutes the water is barely warm. I would expect that it should be quite a bit hotter than that as the old element would heat it up in about 45 minutes. Is there anything that I ma...

Need advice on a 12V 550W Electric Power Mover Motorised Jockey Wheel for single axle Caravan 1000kg Need to be able to push and pull at a slight incline. a) What model would you recommend? b) Smallest recommended power rating? c) Any good for a slightly uneven paved surface (10-20deg)? d) best place t...

Sometime ago, about three years, I bought two el cheapo battery razors from Kmart for $29ea. One for the van and one for home.The one at home finally gave up the ghost today. Looked on their website and are now $27. They have given good service for the price. Just sayin.

Our Engel is about 22 years old, its a 32l, MT35F-G4-D, and were about to use it as a freezer.My research shows when the dial is set to freeze, temp the thermostat cuts in to turn the compressor off Is 18degrees, is this achievable? Has anyone installed 12v fans, if so, where did the power source come fro...