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None of us have been everywhere in Australia but if all us grey nomads combined our photo's the result would probably cover most of it. This is the spot to try and stump each other as to where a particular scenic photo has been taken. Please include something in the photos submitted that will be an obviou...
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What's the weather like where you are?
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Are you boiling hot, freezing cold, or soaking wet? Is the wind howling or is there a gentle sea breeze cooling you as you sip a pina colada on the beach? Feel free to use this section to let other nomads know how the weather is where you are in this wonderful country, and how you are planning to make the most...
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The following is on a trucking companies web site to assist drivers who will be on the highways with trucks: https://centurion.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/Driver-Road-Safety-Tips-Card.pdf Copy and past onto your browser.
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MAGIC Place you have been...
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For me two places stand out ( more will come to mind, but I'm a senior so I am having a moment) 1 Mataranka, a stunning spot I thought, the springs are usually full of grey nomads immersed in the warm water, the meals at the resaurant were fantastic and the Van Park though a bit on the dusty side was very clean...
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Fire Updates
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for those travelling around NSW this might be a good site http://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/ thanks Cindy for making this a sticky with this crisis still going -- Edited by milo on Wednesday 23rd of October 2013 11:14:43 AM
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GN Merchandise update
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Hi everybody. Just wanted to let you all know that – due to ‘overwhelming’ public demand – we have recently extended our line of grey nomads merchandise. You can see the range at our shop here. I know there was some chat on here a month or two ago about people wanting shirts and I am delighted to say we have...
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Halls Creek caravan park
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Google search today says the Halls Creek caravan park is "permanently closed". There is mention of a change of ownership. We were hoping to base ourselves there in August, while we went to the Purnululu national park as the Bungle Bungle caravan park is also permanently closed, and has been for some t...
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Corelle plates
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Wondering how well Corelle dinnerware withstands the rigours of the road. Being glass, do they need to be padded between plates to avoid breakages?
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caravan awning
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jayco starcraft model 15.61 (year 2015). my vinyl awning has shrunk on the end where it rolls up. The left to right measurement is about 60mm different at the top against the bottom, the vinyl at the extended end is about 60mm (30mm each side) shorter than at the top (attached to side of caravan). this m...
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3 week trip down NSW coast
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We are planning a trip down the coast from basically Berry to Eden over about 3-4 weeks in March Last did it 42 years ago. We are from SA. Looking at choosing 2/3 places as a base and travelling out , any suggestions , happy with parks, showgrounds etc as we are fully self contained so even National Parks ar...
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Narrowing down which motorhome to choose
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Hi all, looking to choose a motorhome around 7 meters, not much longer than that. I like the drop-down bed behind driving cab layout, would like feedback on the following models as they all appear very similar. Mainly focused on build quality and features at this stage in research. Appreciate guidan...
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Fires worldwide on Windy from satellite
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The fires in California although tragic really dont stack up against Venezuela right now. Of course, since they are in residential areas the human impact is horrible, but theres many areas worldwide showing hugely more fires. Even Queensland and NT show a disturbing number of outbreaks - see Sub S...
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ADVICE ON ROAD CONDITIONS - MELBOURNE TO CAIRNS VIA COBAR, BOURKE, TORRENS CK, T'VILLE
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Hi all - my first venture on this forum - looking to head to Cairns from Melbourne via Cobar, Bourke, Torrens Creek, T'ville etc this week towing single axle 18 foot 6 van. Seeking advice on road conditions etc. TIA - robndi
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Checking a route - NSW Snowy Mountains
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Hi to all Just after some advice as to a planned route. Tooma - Khancoban - Geehi - Thredbo. Would this be suitable for a motorhome (7.5m) towing a Suzuki Grand Vitara. Looking at doing this trip in late April 2025. Any thoughts/advice appreciated. Thanks Les
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Rearview 170 Solar powered wireless reversing camera.
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Has any one out there actually purchased one of the subject cameras? I would like to get your feedback on functionality. No doubt others will have their points of view, which no doubt will be well founded, but I'm looking for feedback from a purchaser.
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Is it true
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I heard recently that power was restricted in Queensland to some customers by a "method" used by an energy supply company to customers who had a "special metre" installed in their homes that would save on energy costs. The article indicated that customers were given a "bonus" of (I think) about $400 a...
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I can't stand it anymore ! After being a sub-editor for a magazine before I retired, I know the difference between quite and quiet, chose and choose, of and off, there and they're, your and you're, to and too and so on. So, at the top of this page the add for Enginesaver.com.au should read 'don't' LOSE yo...
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Dometic fridge - gas or electric in a heatwave…
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we experienced a few hot days , first time for us in the van in such heat, is it best to run the fridge on gas or 240v.
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Underbunk aircon
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My furrion underbunk wont keep up when cooling on a 30 deg day outside it still gets to 27 in the van. Its only 16 ft poptop so not big the air is cold coming out of the vents is it a waste of money
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Towing mirrors
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Travelling around this great wide land of ours, I have come across far too many caravanners towing their pride and joy with no towing mirrors. Not only is this dangerous but the fine for doing so will put a decent dent in the wallet. It appears some of our fellow travellers do not understand the con...
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