The Grey Nomads - General

frednme · frednme

hi all, as usual i'm after some information, this time about the advantages/disadvantages of whizzbang versus a swing door on a camper van. I know some people dread staying near a whizzbang and i'm careful about the use of it but just now and again I think a swing door would be easier. any comments? and...

justcruisin01 · justcruisin01

Camped here beside us is a x cmca member with whom I've had a good chat. He held a position in this organisation, serving on commities, organising functions etc. This person was a motor home owner, who resigned his position, canceled his membership & left; then bought a caravan. WHY? The despise d...

Weevil · Weevil

https://www.facebook.com/Camping-with-special-needs-children-385512791601458/timeline/?notif_t=page_invite_accepted

Weevil · Weevil

http://www.elections.org.nz/events/referendums-new-zealand-flag-0/voting-overseas-flag-referendums

Woody n Sue · Woody n Sue

Just found this while checking out the makita range I bought the makita chainsaw today should be much more discreet when cutting some wood

kiwijims · kiwijims

There are reports that an engine on a plane flying from Perth to Hong Kong caught fire shortly after take-off overnight. A man has contacted the ABC saying his brother was on board Cathay Pacific flight CX170 when there was a loud bang and sparks and flames. The cabin was then reported to have gone dark....

justcruisin01 · justcruisin01

There are two rest area's in Renmark, one in town & one just across the river at Paringa; both sign posted motor homes only, no caravans. Sent them a stiff email but no reply as yet. JC.

tezza · tezza

we are in G'day mate park at Alice Springs and I think it is about the best park i've ever stayed in.

Bruce and Bev · Bruce and Bev

Hi all. This is an old and well flogged subject, but we have had a really unusual experience driving west across the Nullaboor from about Echla. Nearly all RVers waved or raised a finger (not rudely I hope) and probably about a half of those driving non RV vehicles. We even counted 7 road train drivers...

Mazdbate · Mazdbate

Hey guys, have been traveling for about 10 months & out of the blue the water in van starts tasting like plastic, we mainly use water connected through main, not out of our tanks, we have the right water hose ( blue ), any ideas as to why this would be happening, thanks would appreciate any tips, cheer...

Peter Anschau · Peter Anschau

We are preparing for a two year trip and could you some advice on the best way to stay in touch with friends and family while on the road. Could fellow travelers who believe they have the best option provide some recommendations e.g. mobile phone, lap top, tablet, carrier pidgeon etc. Cheers

Phil C · Phil C

Hi all If you are a friend of mine on facebook I have closed my account. Reason being that someone hacked my details and loaded porn all over the groups I had joined and enjoyed. I recall hovering my mouse over something odd that must have set the porn train in motion. My sincere apologies to all and I hope y...

shekon · shekon

This is a great little park that is owned by a couple who have spent time on the road. They have put a lot of work into the park up to a high standard, and have now opened up a large area for self contained RV's for $10pn. If you are travelling the New England Highway, worth a stop. The town is about a 20min wal...

Weevil · Weevil

JRH (John) my Mate and Friend and Friend to many others here has passed away. I have just been informed by his Wife Irona. RIP John, your suffering is over. Condolences to Irona and Family. A true Ozzie of Welsh birth and a gentle giant at 6'3", he will be sadly missed. Some of his childhood spen...

Phil C · Phil C

Been a while and we have a few new members SO From the left NUMBER!!!! Crockart, Phillip B. Royal Australian Air Force Electrical Fitter/Avionics Tech 1968 to 1980 RSTT, 486 Sqn, 11Sqn, 2FTS, MtnESL. Cheers -- Edited by Phil C on Saturday 19th of September 2015 08:14:52 PM

Jackie · Jackie

just purchased a Waeco CF 50 portable fridge just interested to hear any comments regarding this fridge if anyone is using the Waeco brand, faults, problems or tips for use, also positive comments would be good, BCF has them on special at the moment with the protective bag.

Young Simmo · Young Simmo

About 10 days or so ago I stumbled onto this web site. I made a few posts and got into it. Then I had a contact from a neighbour of mine from back in the 1950s. We have exchanged 20 or 30 E-mails and really touched base with each other, and it has been really enlightening as we were around 10 to 15 years old then,...

mjt57 · mjt57

In the supermarket the other day I bought a heap of caravan and camping magazines. One of them had a good article on free camping. In it the author was saying how caravan parks are closing at an alarming rate up and down the east coast. If this is the case, why is it? From what I'm reading caravaning or "...

kiwijims · kiwijims

Bushfire ADVICE for Great Northern Highway five kilometres west of Fitzroy Crossing in the Shire of Derby West Kimberley. A bushfire ADVICE has been issued for people travelling along Great Northern Highway, five kilometres west of Fitzroy Crossing in the Shire of Derby West Kimberley.The...

shekon · shekon

Topic		Started By	Replies	Views	Last Post
	sliding v swing doors (Preview) hi all, as usual i'm after some information, this time about the advantages/disadvantages of whizzbang versus a swing door on a camper van. I know some people dread staying near a whizzbang and i'm careful about the use of it but just now and again I think a swing door would be easier. any comments? and...	frednme	9	1070	08:10 PM Sep 27, 2015 by Weevil
	AN INSIDE STORY; ( 1 2 ) (Preview) Camped here beside us is a x cmca member with whom I've had a good chat. He held a position in this organisation, serving on commities, organising functions etc. This person was a motor home owner, who resigned his position, canceled his membership & left; then bought a caravan. WHY? The despise d...	justcruisin01	37	2368	06:23 PM Sep 27, 2015 by mr glassies
	Camping With Special Need Children (Preview) https://www.facebook.com/Camping-with-special-needs-children-385512791601458/timeline/?notif_t=page_invite_accepted	Weevil	0	453	04:31 PM Sep 27, 2015 by Weevil
	For Those Kiwi's Travelling In Oz or Elsewhere Overseas Who Qualify To Vote When The Referendum Is On.... (Preview) http://www.elections.org.nz/events/referendums-new-zealand-flag-0/voting-overseas-flag-referendums	Weevil	0	418	03:44 PM Sep 27, 2015 by Weevil
	One for you coffee addicts ? (Preview) Just found this while checking out the makita range I bought the makita chainsaw today should be much more discreet when cutting some wood	Woody n Sue	15	1091	02:37 PM Sep 27, 2015 by Bruce and Bev
	Sparks, flames reported from engine of Cathay Pacific plane flying from Perth to Hong Kong (Preview) There are reports that an engine on a plane flying from Perth to Hong Kong caught fire shortly after take-off overnight. A man has contacted the ABC saying his brother was on board Cathay Pacific flight CX170 when there was a loud bang and sparks and flames. The cabin was then reported to have gone dark....	kiwijims	4	1011	12:37 PM Sep 27, 2015 by Bruce and Bev
	DISCRIMINATION IN RENMARK BY COUNCIL; ( 1 2 ) (closed) (Preview) There are two rest area's in Renmark, one in town & one just across the river at Paringa; both sign posted motor homes only, no caravans. Sent them a stiff email but no reply as yet. JC.	justcruisin01	51	2931	09:38 AM Sep 27, 2015 by Webmaster
	G'Day mate van park (Preview) we are in G'day mate park at Alice Springs and I think it is about the best park i've ever stayed in.	tezza	4	867	05:49 AM Sep 27, 2015 by Oma
	Waving Drivers (Preview) Hi all. This is an old and well flogged subject, but we have had a really unusual experience driving west across the Nullaboor from about Echla. Nearly all RVers waved or raised a finger (not rudely I hope) and probably about a half of those driving non RV vehicles. We even counted 7 road train drivers...	Bruce and Bev	17	1740	08:01 PM Sep 26, 2015 by Rock
	Plastic taste in water (Preview) Hey guys, have been traveling for about 10 months & out of the blue the water in van starts tasting like plastic, we mainly use water connected through main, not out of our tanks, we have the right water hose ( blue ), any ideas as to why this would be happening, thanks would appreciate any tips, cheer...	Mazdbate	9	954	04:11 PM Sep 26, 2015 by Two Strays
	Communications with the family while travelling (Preview) We are preparing for a two year trip and could you some advice on the best way to stay in touch with friends and family while on the road. Could fellow travelers who believe they have the best option provide some recommendations e.g. mobile phone, lap top, tablet, carrier pidgeon etc. Cheers	Peter Anschau	7	1199	11:14 AM Sep 26, 2015 by Aus-Kiwi
	Facebook Filth (Preview) Hi all If you are a friend of mine on facebook I have closed my account. Reason being that someone hacked my details and loaded porn all over the groups I had joined and enjoyed. I recall hovering my mouse over something odd that must have set the porn train in motion. My sincere apologies to all and I hope y...	Phil C	23	2011	11:07 AM Sep 26, 2015 by Phil C
	Murrurundi caravan park. NSW (Preview) This is a great little park that is owned by a couple who have spent time on the road. They have put a lot of work into the park up to a high standard, and have now opened up a large area for self contained RV's for $10pn. If you are travelling the New England Highway, worth a stop. The town is about a 20min wal...	shekon	5	1016	10:40 AM Sep 26, 2015 by PeterD
	RIP JRH (John) ( 1 2 ) (Preview) JRH (John) my Mate and Friend and Friend to many others here has passed away. I have just been informed by his Wife Irona. RIP John, your suffering is over. Condolences to Irona and Family. A true Ozzie of Welsh birth and a gentle giant at 6'3", he will be sadly missed. Some of his childhood spen...	Weevil	34	2508	08:34 PM Sep 25, 2015 by blaze
	Ex Military roll call.. ON PARADE!!! (Preview) Been a while and we have a few new members SO From the left NUMBER!!!! Crockart, Phillip B. Royal Australian Air Force Electrical Fitter/Avionics Tech 1968 to 1980 RSTT, 486 Sqn, 11Sqn, 2FTS, MtnESL. Cheers -- Edited by Phil C on Saturday 19th of September 2015 08:14:52 PM	Phil C	23	1791	04:52 PM Sep 25, 2015 by highmoon
	Waco CF50 (Preview) just purchased a Waeco CF 50 portable fridge just interested to hear any comments regarding this fridge if anyone is using the Waeco brand, faults, problems or tips for use, also positive comments would be good, BCF has them on special at the moment with the protective bag.	Jackie	7	1266	02:46 PM Sep 25, 2015 by Jackie
	It's all good fun (Preview) About 10 days or so ago I stumbled onto this web site. I made a few posts and got into it. Then I had a contact from a neighbour of mine from back in the 1950s. We have exchanged 20 or 30 E-mails and really touched base with each other, and it has been really enlightening as we were around 10 to 15 years old then,...	Young Simmo	6	1325	12:29 PM Sep 25, 2015 by 03_Troopy
	Are Caravan Parks Closing "at an alarming rate"? (Preview) In the supermarket the other day I bought a heap of caravan and camping magazines. One of them had a good article on free camping. In it the author was saying how caravan parks are closing at an alarming rate up and down the east coast. If this is the case, why is it? From what I'm reading caravaning or "...	mjt57	10	1343	12:27 PM Sep 25, 2015 by 03_Troopy
	Arsonists at work again in the Kimberley (Preview) Bushfire ADVICE for Great Northern Highway five kilometres west of Fitzroy Crossing in the Shire of Derby West Kimberley. A *bushfire ADVICE* has been issued for people travelling along Great Northern Highway, five kilometres west of Fitzroy Crossing in the Shire of Derby West Kimberley.The...	kiwijims	2	709	12:02 PM Sep 25, 2015 by rockylizard
	Some perspective! (Preview)	shekon	1	945	11:28 AM Sep 25, 2015 by RodLainie
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