The Grey Nomads - General Forum

Gus1949 · Gus1949

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.

milo · milo

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

Webmaster · Webmaster

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...

Webmaster · Webmaster

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...

Hylda&Jon · Hylda&Jon

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...

Basil Faulty · Basil Faulty

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...

Kevin 1955 · Kevin 1955

I was thinking of buying one of these heaters for our Motorhome , the reason is I dont want to connect to the diesel tank as Im a not confident doing this. Has anyone got one and are they any good? How long will a fill of diesal last. thanks. Kevin.

Whenarewethere · Whenarewethere

'Suspected cases of the bubonic plague have popped up in China and Mongolia, prompting authorities to issue a health alert forbidding people from eating large rodents. Thecases have also worried authorities in neighbouring Russia, which has stepped up patrols to stop people hunting marmots nea...

Sooz55 · Sooz55

Trying to work out the border crossing declaration. Heading to Qld from Canberra with our van next week. Do you tick the cross border resident box? How long does it take to be approved?

Radar · Radar

New to buying on e bay and would like to purchase a 2kw diesel heater. My main question is how do you pick a supplier out of hundreds? Or can someone tell me who they have had good experience with.

Whenarewethere · Whenarewethere

'The Victorian border with New South Wales will be closed from Tuesday night following talks between Premiers Daniel Andrews and Gladys Berejiklian and Prime Minister Scott Morrison, the ABC understands.'https://mobile.abc.net.au/news/2020-07-06/victoria-nsw-border-to-close-over...

JayDee · JayDee

This time last year we were up in the wide bay Qld area. At the later part of 2019 we became home bound due to illness. This year has been the same due to the Chinese Virus. But now!!! We are all set to head off for a few weeks bush camping and staying at a couple of Farm Stays. 1st Camp is the Nomads Rest which is...

ABNER · ABNER

Hi All, Intending to do a 7 night stay at the RAC C/Park at Monkey Mia. Has anyone stayed there recently sine the RAC took it over and have renovated. I intend to take up a kayak and do a spot of fishing, so is it all marine park there or not Any Help would be appreciated. Thanks Bob

Nevd · Nevd

https://www.caradvice.com.au/862959/2021-dodge-durango-srt-hellcat-most-powerful-suv/

jrk36 · jrk36

I know this is a totally dumb question, like how long is a piece of string, but I'm a newbie I've recently bought a Fiat Ducato Jayco Conquest, which has two 3.7kg gas cylinders installed. If I'm free camping and hence using gas for (large) fridge, stove and water heating how long is the gas likely to las...

Old and Grey · Old and Grey

Hi Everyone, Very excited this end, Umpie1 needed a sink strainer for his Van. (see his Blog last week.) I sent him (Geoff) a PM and he replied to same. This morming I found a third set unopened, in the Cave. Sent Umpie1 a second PM, to let him know the good news and my number. If anyone else knows Geoffs deta...

Cupie · Cupie

Here's something that you just can't miss out on if you are into Kayak fishing & are worried about weight & the issues with roof top loading. A great deal at just a bit over $US8,000 for a great package. Not sure if their 'white glove' delivery offer includes Australia. https://www.kickst...

mickle · mickle

Hi, Is it possiable ,Probable ,? to take a 22ft on road van on the length of Savannah Way . and what time of year ?. Thanks Mickle.

Magnarc · Magnarc

Have just read on the Channel 7 news that there are people in Melbourne trying to change the address on their driving licences in order to travel outside their area whilst in lockdown. I really shouldn't be surprised at this as we seem to have more than our share of selfish bastards who have no thought fo...

Fairgoguy · Fairgoguy

Live in western Sydney. I require advice & assistance

Topic		Started By	Replies	Views	Last Post
	STICKY: Road Train Etiquette ( 1 2 ) (Preview) 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.	Gus1949	59	41079	01:06 PM Jun 21, 2020 by Greg 1
	STICKY: Fire Updates ( 1 2 3 4 5 … 6 ) (Preview) 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	milo	174	167257	12:49 PM Jan 4, 2020 by Dougwe
	STICKY: GN Merchandise update ( 1 2 ) (Preview) 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...	Webmaster	51	72988	03:55 PM Sep 17, 2018 by rgren2
	STICKY: What's the weather like where you are? ( First … Last » ) (Preview) 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...	Webmaster	3319	452746	01:56 PM Jul 2, 2020 by Wizardofoz
	STICKY: PICK THIS PLACE ( First … Last » ) 369 (Preview) 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...	Hylda&Jon	23276	4245194	09:45 PM Jul 8, 2020 by Whenarewethere
	STICKY: MAGIC Place you have been... ( 1 2 3 4 5 … 17 ) (Preview) 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...	Basil Faulty	481	250000	01:27 PM Jul 7, 2020 by GandR
	Diesel heater (Preview) I was thinking of buying one of these heaters for our Motorhome , the reason is I dont want to connect to the diesel tank as Im a not confident doing this. Has anyone got one and are they any good? How long will a fill of diesal last. thanks. Kevin.	Kevin 1955	6	203	09:42 PM Jul 8, 2020 by woofta and precious
	If not Covid - Bubonic Plague (Preview) 'Suspected cases of the bubonic plague have popped up in China and Mongolia, prompting authorities to issue a health alert forbidding people from eating large rodents. Thecases have also worried authorities in neighbouring Russia, which has stepped up patrols to stop people hunting marmots nea...	Whenarewethere	15	480	09:59 PM Jul 8, 2020 by msg
	Border Crossing (Preview) Trying to work out the border crossing declaration. Heading to Qld from Canberra with our van next week. Do you tick the cross border resident box? How long does it take to be approved?	Sooz55	4	572	03:22 PM Jul 7, 2020 by Sooz55
	Diesel heater, e bay (Preview) New to buying on e bay and would like to purchase a 2kw diesel heater. My main question is how do you pick a supplier out of hundreds? Or can someone tell me who they have had good experience with.	Radar	3	311	06:53 AM Jul 7, 2020 by Radar
	NSW & Vic border closing Tue 7th ( 1 2 ) (Preview) 'The Victorian border with New South Wales will be closed from Tuesday night following talks between Premiers Daniel Andrews and Gladys Berejiklian and Prime Minister Scott Morrison, the ABC understands.'https://mobile.abc.net.au/news/2020-07-06/victoria-nsw-border-to-close-over...	Whenarewethere	41	1093	09:37 PM Jul 8, 2020 by The Belmont Bear
	Bush Camps in Wide Bay region Qld. (Preview) This time last year we were up in the wide bay Qld area. At the later part of 2019 we became home bound due to illness. This year has been the same due to the Chinese Virus. But now!!! We are all set to head off for a few weeks bush camping and staying at a couple of Farm Stays. 1st Camp is the Nomads Rest which is...	JayDee	4	329	11:57 AM Jul 7, 2020 by Legendts
	RAC CARAVAN PARK at DENHAM Western Australia (Preview) Hi All, Intending to do a 7 night stay at the RAC C/Park at Monkey Mia. Has anyone stayed there recently sine the RAC took it over and have renovated. I intend to take up a kayak and do a spot of fishing, so is it all marine park there or not Any Help would be appreciated. Thanks Bob	ABNER	5	380	12:14 AM Jul 7, 2020 by Ger08
	When Victorians can finally come to Qld, here's the best way to get to the head of the queue (Preview) https://www.caradvice.com.au/862959/2021-dodge-durango-srt-hellcat-most-powerful-suv/	Nevd	10	710	03:05 PM Jul 6, 2020 by Cupie
	How long does gas last? (Preview) I know this is a totally dumb question, like how long is a piece of string, but I'm a newbie I've recently bought a Fiat Ducato Jayco Conquest, which has two 3.7kg gas cylinders installed. If I'm free camping and hence using gas for (large) fridge, stove and water heating how long is the gas likely to las...	jrk36	23	693	07:16 PM Jul 7, 2020 by Aus-Kiwi
	Umpie1 (Preview) Hi Everyone, Very excited this end, Umpie1 needed a sink strainer for his Van. (see his Blog last week.) I sent him (Geoff) a PM and he replied to same. This morming I found a third set unopened, in the Cave. Sent Umpie1 a second PM, to let him know the good news and my number. If anyone else knows Geoffs deta...	Old and Grey	0	379	02:01 PM Jul 4, 2020 by Old and Grey
	Need a lightweight Fishing Kayak? (Preview) Here's something that you just can't miss out on if you are into Kayak fishing & are worried about weight & the issues with roof top loading. A great deal at just a bit over $US8,000 for a great package. Not sure if their 'white glove' delivery offer includes Australia. https://www.kickst...	Cupie	6	356	09:04 AM Jul 5, 2020 by Dougwe
	Savannah Way. (Preview) Hi, Is it possiable ,Probable ,? to take a 22ft on road van on the length of Savannah Way . and what time of year ?. Thanks Mickle.	mickle	11	701	09:05 AM Jul 6, 2020 by travelyounger
	Selfish morons. ( 1 2 ) (Preview) Have just read on the Channel 7 news that there are people in Melbourne trying to change the address on their driving licences in order to travel outside their area whilst in lockdown. I really shouldn't be surprised at this as we seem to have more than our share of selfish bastards who have no thought fo...	Magnarc	40	1881	09:37 PM Jul 8, 2020 by msg
	Diesel heater for caravan (Preview) Live in western Sydney. I require advice & assistance	Fairgoguy	28	644	01:46 PM Jul 6, 2020 by Monica W
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