The Grey Nomads - General

dave06 · dave06

Am I to understand the term "grey nomad" has now been extended to those among us that merely take longer holidays than others, or is it if one takes any sort of break and travels at all for any length of time automatically makes one a "grey nomad". have I already become one and real...

Webmaster · Webmaster

We've had an email from a lady who is interested in travelling around Australia in a motorhome or bus. She hasn't seen too many 4WD versions of these types of vehicles and would love to get some feedback from others regarding the pros and cons of 4WD rigs. Can you have a good trip and really see Aust...

Technomad · Technomad

Has anyone kept examples of caravan rear end name signs, names and funny ones. If i was game enough mine would be Graham and Panadol. Work wanted, good idea or not. One couple i met had to put a sliding sign because they were inundated with work offers while travelling espcially in WA.

Technomad · Technomad

Sold house after 32 yrs, new van with every luxury. On site near the sea for over 2 yrs and loving it. Van has done 27000 meters and does not shown any sign of wear. Thought i would miss a bath but the park has one, Foxtel satelite and wireless internet and a lawn to look after if i feel like it why would you miss...

Wheels · Wheels

I have recently travelled to WA from Wodonga (Vic) Drove to Adelaide then caught the Indian Pacific to Perth with the car on the back of the train While in WA, stayed in Perth, Fremantle, Bunbury, Margaret River, Hamelin Bay, Walpole, Albany, Esperence, detoured to Wave Rock for a night Drove the Null...

Webmaster · Webmaster

Hello everyone, We've had an email from a couple who have purchased a Sat dish from ebay and are having lots of trouble trying to set it up. They are hoping someone out there knows the protocol to setting up for the reception of imparja and southern cross television programs. Apparently, they fa...

Gary and Kerry · Gary and Kerry

I read in my toilet instruction book that you shouldn't travel with the flush tank full. I thought this was a bit strange, can anyone please help out on this?

New members · clazandaza

My husband of 35 odd years and myself have sold the old campa trainer and purchased a little pop top van. We have travelled mostly over Western Qld and N.T. but lately have been living in Cairns and love the National Parks Camping areas. Love to camp in the free roadside areas with other travellers. M...

MikeMin · MikeMin

Do you think it advisable to join the various park's memberships? Does the 10% discount really mount up to much? We will also throw in quite a bit of free camp sites to keep costs down. Also which are the best caravanning travel guides to purchase?

Nenie23 · Nenie23

Hi All, Hubby, kids and I are looking at taking work on a Cattle Station at Theodore QLD. Wondering if you have travelled there and may have any suggestions of what we can look at in our spare time. Our two kids are 9 and 7 and love the idea of being on a farm. Thanks Nenie!!!!!

MikeMin · MikeMin

Due to my undexpected retrenchment - which has turned out to be a blessing in disguise - we are planning to leave Melbourne as soon as November. We realise that the Nov/Dec holiday period can be a nightmare and as we are very new to vanning, would really like some advice as where to go at this time of the ye...

marg · marg

Hi My husband Ron and myself have a small property just north of Cooktown, Qld and are offering WOOFFING opportunities to self sufficient Grey Nomads who are looking for somewhere to stay in exchange for some light duties on the property - gardening, weed, cooking, sewing, some trade work. No object...

Crazy Dog · Crazy Dog

It is with regret that I inform all, that Dusty is now vision impaired and has now received assistance thru Guide Dogs Australia...Naturally Doug is coping as well as can be expected. Keep the chin up Doug.. Pics of Dusty with his new aids... Woof woof from all ya friends...

Webmaster · Webmaster

Hello everyone, We have been contacted by Dr Patricia Obst who is keen to get 'the grey nomad perspective' for her research. Your views and input would be much appreciated and will be put to good use. The following is some information about the research and a link to take part: A team of researchers...

JanandBob · JanandBob

We are in the process of setting up our rig for departure in September (can't wait!). We're just wondering if it's worth getting a UHF radio fitted into our Landcruiser of if all the new technology like GPS and mobile phones has made them outdated?. We're planning to take a couple of 4WD tracks on ou...

daddygee · daddygee

We are just beginning to plan our Big Lap, and are experienced campers, and have also towed many different trailers both single and dual axles. However we have never towed constantly that is week in week out for possibly several years. We are looking at an 18' poptop which is pretty much the max for a sin...

New Member · Doug and Dusty

Hello to all the Aussie travellers out there, I have moved from another over rated , over commercialised Forum , My Interests are travelling , Garmin GPS , 4X4, and travel in remote areas of Australia, I spent 30 years as a Truckie operating Semi's, and Roadtrains , during the last 6 years I was involved...

Webmaster · Webmaster

Has anyone had any experience of a Nissan D40 Navara Common Rail Diesel? We've had someone write to us who intends to tow an off road caravan, loaded capacity 2750kg, with a Nissan D40 Navara Common Rail Diesel. They would like to get any feedback/opinions regarding the Navara's performance. An...

The Dusty in my User Name · Doug and Dusty

Please meet my Co Driver Dusty, The most lavable companion any one could ever wish for .It is Dusty's 12th Birthday tomorrow 8th June Meet Dusty Here My very first post on the Fab Forum is the next one down

Crazy Dog · Crazy Dog

Check this lot troops and DROOL!!!!! The bread rolls hot with butter !! Oh sooo good. The roast pork with roast veggies even bettera and The apple pie and cream all done in the camp ovens... Eat ya heart out folks... This is what I will do for Doug and Dusty and Slim next time they visit. Any other takers? Oh...

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	will someone tell me what a "grey nomad" is now (Preview) Am I to understand the term "grey nomad" has now been extended to those among us that merely take longer holidays than others, or is it if one takes any sort of break and travels at all for any length of time automatically makes one a "grey nomad". have I already become one and real...	dave06	4	1293	08:10 PM Jul 3, 2008 by dave06
	Do you really need a 4WD? (Preview) We've had an email from a lady who is interested in travelling around Australia in a motorhome or bus. She hasn't seen too many 4WD versions of these types of vehicles and would love to get some feedback from others regarding the pros and cons of 4WD rigs. Can you have a good trip and really see Aust...	Webmaster	6	1837	08:02 PM Jul 3, 2008 by Basil Faulty
	Signage (Preview) Has anyone kept examples of caravan rear end name signs, names and funny ones. If i was game enough mine would be Graham and Panadol. Work wanted, good idea or not. One couple i met had to put a sliding sign because they were inundated with work offers while travelling espcially in WA.	Technomad	5	1213	03:02 PM Jul 1, 2008 by Basil Faulty
	House to Heaven (Preview) Sold house after 32 yrs, new van with every luxury. On site near the sea for over 2 yrs and loving it. Van has done 27000 meters and does not shown any sign of wear. Thought i would miss a bath but the park has one, Foxtel satelite and wireless internet and a lawn to look after if i feel like it why would you miss...	Technomad	4	1139	01:34 PM Jun 30, 2008 by dave06
	Just travelled to WA (Preview) I have recently travelled to WA from Wodonga (Vic) Drove to Adelaide then caught the Indian Pacific to Perth with the car on the back of the train While in WA, stayed in Perth, Fremantle, Bunbury, Margaret River, Hamelin Bay, Walpole, Albany, Esperence, detoured to Wave Rock for a night Drove the Null...	Wheels	1	858	05:24 PM Jun 29, 2008 by dave06
	Setting up Portable Sat Gear (Preview) Hello everyone, We've had an email from a couple who have purchased a Sat dish from ebay and are having lots of trouble trying to set it up. They are hoping someone out there knows the protocol to setting up for the reception of imparja and southern cross television programs. Apparently, they fa...	Webmaster	6	1604	06:02 PM Jun 25, 2008 by dave06
	Toilet Help (Preview) I read in my toilet instruction book that you shouldn't travel with the flush tank full. I thought this was a bit strange, can anyone please help out on this?	Gary and Kerry	4	1383	05:32 PM Jun 23, 2008 by Gary and Kerry
	New members clazandaza (Preview) My husband of 35 odd years and myself have sold the old campa trainer and purchased a little pop top van. We have travelled mostly over Western Qld and N.T. but lately have been living in Cairns and love the National Parks Camping areas. Love to camp in the free roadside areas with other travellers. M...	clazandaza	14	1563	05:07 PM Jun 23, 2008 by Knightrider
	Joining Parks VIP memberships (Preview) Do you think it advisable to join the various park's memberships? Does the 10% discount really mount up to much? We will also throw in quite a bit of free camp sites to keep costs down. Also which are the best caravanning travel guides to purchase?	MikeMin	3	1166	11:42 AM Jun 23, 2008 by Basil Faulty
	What to do in Theodore QLD? (Preview) Hi All, Hubby, kids and I are looking at taking work on a Cattle Station at Theodore QLD. Wondering if you have travelled there and may have any suggestions of what we can look at in our spare time. Our two kids are 9 and 7 and love the idea of being on a farm. Thanks Nenie!!!!!	Nenie23	3	1223	10:47 PM Jun 21, 2008 by Doug and Dusty
	Leaving earlier than anticipated - help! (Preview) Due to my undexpected retrenchment - which has turned out to be a blessing in disguise - we are planning to leave Melbourne as soon as November. We realise that the Nov/Dec holiday period can be a nightmare and as we are very new to vanning, would really like some advice as where to go at this time of the ye...	MikeMin	3	1040	12:04 PM Jun 21, 2008 by Basil Faulty
	Grey Nomad WOOFERS (Preview) Hi My husband Ron and myself have a small property just north of Cooktown, Qld and are offering WOOFFING opportunities to self sufficient Grey Nomads who are looking for somewhere to stay in exchange for some light duties on the property - gardening, weed, cooking, sewing, some trade work. No object...	marg	5	1386	08:35 AM Jun 21, 2008 by marg
	Dusty gets old!!! (Preview) It is with regret that I inform all, that Dusty is now vision impaired and has now received assistance thru Guide Dogs Australia...Naturally Doug is coping as well as can be expected. Keep the chin up Doug.. Pics of Dusty with his new aids... Woof woof from all ya friends...	Crazy Dog	1	959	06:59 PM Jun 19, 2008 by Doug and Dusty
	Research Project on Your Experiences on the Road (Preview) Hello everyone, We have been contacted by Dr Patricia Obst who is keen to get 'the grey nomad perspective' for her research. Your views and input would be much appreciated and will be put to good use. The following is some information about the research and a link to take part: A team of researchers...	Webmaster	0	1061	11:49 AM Jun 19, 2008 by Webmaster
	UHF radios (Preview) We are in the process of setting up our rig for departure in September (can't wait!). We're just wondering if it's worth getting a UHF radio fitted into our Landcruiser of if all the new technology like GPS and mobile phones has made them outdated?. We're planning to take a couple of 4WD tracks on ou...	JanandBob	5	1362	11:25 AM Jun 19, 2008 by Basil Faulty
	Single or dual axle (Preview) We are just beginning to plan our Big Lap, and are experienced campers, and have also towed many different trailers both single and dual axles. However we have never towed constantly that is week in week out for possibly several years. We are looking at an 18' poptop which is pretty much the max for a sin...	daddygee	3	1142	10:27 AM Jun 17, 2008 by Nenie23
	New Member (Preview) Hello to all the Aussie travellers out there, I have moved from another over rated , over commercialised Forum , My Interests are travelling , Garmin GPS , 4X4, and travel in remote areas of Australia, I spent 30 years as a Truckie operating Semi's, and Roadtrains , during the last 6 years I was involved...	Doug and Dusty	14	1305	02:46 PM Jun 13, 2008 by Doug and Dusty
	Nissan D40 Navara Common Rail Diesel (Preview) Has anyone had any experience of a Nissan D40 Navara Common Rail Diesel? We've had someone write to us who intends to tow an off road caravan, loaded capacity 2750kg, with a Nissan D40 Navara Common Rail Diesel. They would like to get any feedback/opinions regarding the Navara's performance. An...	Webmaster	1	1421	11:07 AM Jun 13, 2008 by Kiwi
	The Dusty in my User Name (Preview) Please meet my Co Driver Dusty, The most lavable companion any one could ever wish for .It is Dusty's 12th Birthday tomorrow 8th June Meet Dusty Here My very first post on the Fab Forum is the next one down	Doug and Dusty	4	1329	11:02 AM Jun 13, 2008 by Kiwi
	Food - glorious food!! (Preview) Check this lot troops and DROOL!!!!! The bread rolls hot with butter !! Oh sooo good. The roast pork with roast veggies even bettera and The apple pie and cream all done in the camp ovens... Eat ya heart out folks... This is what I will do for Doug and Dusty and Slim next time they visit. Any other takers? Oh...	Crazy Dog	2	1216	08:55 PM Jun 11, 2008 by The Bun
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