The Grey Nomads - General

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...

msg · msg

I have been travelling around all my life and over the last 8yrs almost full time. So I think I have pretty good experience as to what is out there. Like a lot of people who don't like things like (in no particular order) (1) rubbish left around, (2) generator noise. (3) dogs barking (4) Human poop (5) Do...

Possum3 · Possum3

Another iconic bush event cancelled. The 2020 Deni Ute Muster, which was slated for early October, has been officially called off due to health concerns.

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...

Apollo88 · Apollo88

We are going thro the planning stage and deciding on our rig. Looks like a compromise hubby doesnt want a caravan And I dont want a trailer! So seeking an off road hybrid van/camper with internal & external en-suite and kitchen made in Australia. Anyone with experience with the main brands or inde...

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...

Nevd · Nevd

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

Old and Grey · Old and Grey

Hi everyone, The wife and I were in the Big Green Shed this afternoon and came across Oomph Hand Sanitiser in 1Lt bottles for $13 and 500mm bottles for $6.95 We gave a 500mm bottle ago. Smells ok, So we will see how it goes. kills 99.9% of germs. At lease the price will force others to follow suit. They had t...

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...

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?

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

Mike Harding · Mike Harding

Possum3 has often mentioned the CMCA in positive terms and given I've frequently seen their logo on dump points to which they have contributed I thought I'd take a look at their website with a view to joining ($44 per year + $16.50 joining fee). https://www.cmca.net.au/ One thing which concerned me a...

JayDee · JayDee

""Queensland: People can travel freely within Queensland. The border is closed, but scheduled to re-open on July 10"" I cannot for the life of me can not understand as to why the Queensland Premier... Anna Pluckachuck has our borders closed. If she thinks this policy will guarantee the par...

Fairgoguy · Fairgoguy

Live in western Sydney. I require advice & assistance

briche · briche

We are currently planning our 2year trip to WA ( when Covid 19 is done). We are wondering what people do in the long term to keep the tank water in a user form. We only use tank water for washing up, showers, etc. we use bottled water for drinking. I would appreciate your comments about keeping the tanks cl...

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.

Umpie1 · Umpie1

After too many occasions of blocked hoses from the van sink, I searched on the net to find one from an Australian supplier without luck. BUT it has to come from the UK. Surely a caravan parts place in Australia would have one. Any ideas from an Aussie Supplier? -- Edited by Umpie1 on Wednesday 1st of Jul...

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...

harry Butler · harry Butler

hello everyone, could someone give me some guidance on mirrors . are clear view worth it or will the cheaper extending mirrors suffice. thank you HB

Topic		Started By	Replies	Views	Last Post
	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	20	1546	07:29 PM Jul 12, 2020 by Stillgone
	Travelling Complaints (Preview) I have been travelling around all my life and over the last 8yrs almost full time. So I think I have pretty good experience as to what is out there. Like a lot of people who don't like things like (in no particular order) (1) rubbish left around, (2) generator noise. (3) dogs barking (4) Human poop (5) Do...	msg	16	1746	07:00 AM Jul 12, 2020 by Mike Harding
	Deni Ute Muster (Preview) Another iconic bush event cancelled. The 2020 Deni Ute Muster, which was slated for early October, has been officially called off due to health concerns.	Possum3	2	867	04:23 PM Jul 10, 2020 by Possum3
	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	44	3159	10:26 AM Jul 10, 2020 by SouthernComfort
	Newbies (Preview) We are going thro the planning stage and deciding on our rig. Looks like a compromise hubby doesnt want a caravan And I dont want a trailer! So seeking an off road hybrid van/camper with internal & external en-suite and kitchen made in Australia. Anyone with experience with the main brands or inde...	Apollo88	9	1341	12:42 AM Jul 10, 2020 by Apollo88
	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	54	2322	10:08 PM Jul 9, 2020 by landy
	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	11	1990	01:02 PM Jul 9, 2020 by darjak
	Hand Sanitiser Bunnings (Preview) Hi everyone, The wife and I were in the Big Green Shed this afternoon and came across Oomph Hand Sanitiser in 1Lt bottles for $13 and 500mm bottles for $6.95 We gave a 500mm bottle ago. Smells ok, So we will see how it goes. kills 99.9% of germs. At lease the price will force others to follow suit. They had t...	Old and Grey	11	2017	06:32 AM Jul 9, 2020 by Mike Harding
	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	5556	07:16 PM Jul 7, 2020 by Aus-Kiwi
	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	1343	03:22 PM Jul 7, 2020 by Sooz55
	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	938	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	975	12:14 AM Jul 7, 2020 by Ger08
	The Campervan & Motorhome Club of Australia (CMCA) ( 1 2 3 ) (Preview) Possum3 has often mentioned the CMCA in positive terms and given I've frequently seen their logo on dump points to which they have contributed I thought I'd take a look at their website with a view to joining ($44 per year + $16.50 joining fee). https://www.cmca.net.au/ One thing which concerned me a...	Mike Harding	62	6493	07:52 PM Jul 6, 2020 by Farmhat
	Queensland v Premier ( what's her name) ( 1 2 3 4 ) (Preview) ""Queensland: People can travel freely within Queensland. The border is closed, but scheduled to re-open on July 10"" I cannot for the life of me can not understand as to why the Queensland Premier... Anna Pluckachuck has our borders closed. If she thinks this policy will guarantee the par...	JayDee	104	3640	05:04 PM Jul 6, 2020 by Izabarack
	Diesel heater for caravan (Preview) Live in western Sydney. I require advice & assistance	Fairgoguy	28	2020	01:46 PM Jul 6, 2020 by Monica W
	Chlorine in water tanks. (Preview) We are currently planning our 2year trip to WA ( when Covid 19 is done). We are wondering what people do in the long term to keep the tank water in a user form. We only use tank water for washing up, showers, etc. we use bottled water for drinking. I would appreciate your comments about keeping the tanks cl...	briche	24	866	11:50 AM Jul 6, 2020 by bomurra
	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	5155	09:05 AM Jul 6, 2020 by travelyounger
	Wanted: Caravan Sink Strainer (Preview) After too many occasions of blocked hoses from the van sink, I searched on the net to find one from an Australian supplier without luck. BUT it has to come from the UK. Surely a caravan parts place in Australia would have one. Any ideas from an Aussie Supplier? -- Edited by Umpie1 on Wednesday 1st of Jul...	Umpie1	15	1936	08:24 PM Jul 5, 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	981	09:04 AM Jul 5, 2020 by Dougwe
	extending mirrors ( 1 2 ) (Preview) hello everyone, could someone give me some guidance on mirrors . are clear view worth it or will the cheaper extending mirrors suffice. thank you HB	harry Butler	31	4709	11:18 PM Jul 4, 2020 by mischief
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