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BIG SHOCK
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I was just talking to my Mum on the phone and she said she had just received her electricity bill. Keep in mind that this is a little old lady who lives on her own, has off peak hot water, gas cooking and doesn't have an airconditioner. She said that the bill was $432.87. Said she nearly fainted on the spot....
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Stable towing
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Hi all, we have just purchased a 20 ft Roadstar full van and will be towing with a 4x4 toyota landcruiser ute, would like some suggestions as to the best stabiliser setup, all ideas would be appreciated
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thegreynomads.com.au
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For those who don't know this forum is a link from the website" greynomads.com.au"it is worth while loging onto this site has there is lots of news and information for everyone -- Edited by brickies on Friday 27th of August 2010 02:49:19 PM
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Claiming rent assistance on the move...
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Gday... We are interested in how other pensioners 'on the move' claim Rent Assistance. We were made aware of being able to claim rental assistance through Centrelink as pensioners who do not own a home. Interestingly, the literal instructions from Centrelink state "whilst you are travellin...
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Casual or part time employment
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The question I would like to pose is...... What do you do for any casual or part time employment to try to help with living, travelling costs as you travel this broad land? What is the best way to find such employment? What sort of employment is out there? Perhaps proffessional employment is not too har...
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How big is country BIG
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Hi Guys, Just got back from touring around we left home headed up to Dalby QLD,back down to Mudgee a good week meeting fellow Grey Nomads,then back up north on Castlereagh to augathella then onto Landsborough on the way to Winton. From Winton to Mount Isa by the Diamantina Devlopment Road,then to Bark...
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Tyre Pressure Monitoring
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Hi All, Dose anyone ues a system that watches their tyre pressure.?. Its could be one reason that vans get in to trouble, half flat tyres ect. Some time back i found this item on the net , it lets me drive with peace ,Knowing that the van tyres were being watched. As well as the Tug .It came with 8 wheel moni...
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Newbie with a question
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G'day all. Have been following you site with interest, more so now that we're really interested in a local off-road pop-top that's for sale.
We're at the Atherton Tablelands in FNQ and intend to head off on 'the trip' early next year.
Just have a question though for some of you knowledgeable peopl...
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Looking for the Pet friendly caravan park in Carins or around area
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Hi everyone, my name is "Mini". I and my hubby have a old dog and a cat. I am going back to Japan for a month in October, fly from Cairns, my hubby stays in Carins or around somewhere with pets until I come back. Does anyone know good caravan park which is recomended? We have looked on the internet...
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rv sites out there
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im looking around at campervans,pop top, and maybe hi top hiace type and wondering what other sites there are besides carsales .com.au and rvpoint.com.au are out there? -- Edited by milo on Saturday 28th of August 2010 12:25:12 AM
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My caravan rebirth
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Some time back I thought I would update my van before heading off for a circuit of somesort in january but when looking a a suitable replacement to make it worth while I would have had to spend $30k So my van has been resealed, resprayed the exterior, painted and done some repairs inside, new cook top, new...
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porta loo's?
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i see the small portable loo's at the camping shops nowdays are they ok for over nite use when cold or wet? can you use these at dump points ?
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introduction
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Hi all Just a short intro my name is Chris and the beautiful wifes Vina we have been camping for the past 3 years when we could get away. We started off with a tent and tarp set up which soon grew into a camping trailer which by the way is for sale. Tomorrow we pick up our first campervan a coleman camper. I tend...
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DIFFERENT;
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AN INTERESTING FACT ABOUT AUGUST 2010. THIS AUGUST HAS 5 SUNDAYS, 5 MONDAYS, AND 5 TUESDAYS. ALL IN ONE MONTH. IT HAPPENS ONCE ONLY IN 823 YEARS. We should be able to get a lot done this month, maybe! -- Edited by justcruisin01 on Thursday 26th of August 2010 04:23:58 PM
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Weight Distribution Systems
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Can anybody shine light on use of Weight Distribution systems when towing with Toyota Prado , I have been told Toyota recommend not to use them , I feel it would be safer to use them
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1770/Agnes Water
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For me 1770/Agnes Water is a great little stop down by the Beach at Workmans Beach $5.50 per night.......Access to Computer and only a Clike from the town. Been on the road for six weeks now,and am having a good time...Love these freebies........But am spending heaps of money else where.....I do f...
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tomahawk generators
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Hello happy campers, has anyone had any experience with a Tomahawk generators off Ebay? Have met up with someone that has one, and it seems to be ok, not too noisy, but just wondered if anyone else has one. would be very interested in any replys. -- Edited by valnrob on Thursday 1st of July 2010 04:33:51 P...
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Time for a Coffee Break?
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If anyone is travelling the New England Highway and is due for a break, there is a new information centre at Willow Tree. It has a new coffee shop called the Gateway Coffee Shop . Only opened this week,I have heard it is very good. Has anyone been there yet?
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Road conditions Kalkarinji to Halls Creek
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Hi All We are currently in Lajamau NT until 22/10/2010 and wish to travel to Halls Creek and Broome after that. I would prefer to save some distance, time and money by travelling direct along the Buntine to Halls Creek. We have a Ford Transit Motor Home with a Vitara in tow and would appreciate any road co...
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folding caravan - article from the canberra times
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http://www.canberratimes.com.au/news/local/news/general/tardis-beams-inventor-on-to-small-screen/1925231.aspx?src=email
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