The Grey Nomads - General

timjina · timjina

HELLO ONCE AGAIN MY FRIENDS. MY WIFE AND I ARE RETIRING NEXT YEAR IN MARCH. JUST WONDERING WHETHER WE COULD TRAVEL ON THE AGED PENSION. WE PLAN TO FREE CAMP 2-3 NIGHTS THEN CARAVAN PARK 2-3 NIGHTS LEAP FROGGING AROUND OUR FABULOUS COUNTRYWE HAVE A CUB SPACEVAN AND OUR TOW VEHICLE IS A FORD TERRITORY GHIA...

turbopete · turbopete

I just bought on " eSold " a 170w Bosch portable solar panel with 20w mppt controller for $299,,they also have a Sharp 120w panel,,,just thought i would let you know as i have never seen branded portable panels for sale before

subaru · subaru

hi to everyone,my name is ray and my wifes name is margaret,up until now i have been a"back-bencher" and have enjoyed reading members comments/suggestions'we are recently retired and are looking forward to travelling this wide wonderful country.our tug is a 2010 colorado4x4 diesel a...

Ole_Grizzly · Ole_Grizzly

ALL phone numbers go PUBLIC REMEMBER: Mobile Phone Numbers Go Public next month. REMINDER all mobile phone numbers are being released to telemarketing companies and you will start to receive sale calls. YOU WILL BE CHARGED FOR THESE CA...

Andrea · Andrea

Went to the Casino RV Village today after being told that the dump point at the Casino Showgrounds was too boggy. Character with grin on his face said 'No, it's not a public dump point. No, CMCA members can't dump, you have to book in for a night - $35!!** - to use the dump point. Yes, the showground dump poi...

tommo · tommo

Does any one have or recomend we have the new van protected with Vantec? i am reluctent due to being inthe car panel beating we had a thing cauld Ming Finnish but all it was was a expensive polish a good polish but very expensive. She who must be obayed would like it done @ a cost of $1500 so not cheep any comen...

barina · barina

saw this on a facebook page Hi I have for sale a 1982 Toyota Coaster Campervan/Motorhome. 3.2 litre diesel with 5 speed box. heaps of storage, 2 single beds, fridge/freezer, microwave, 2 deep cell batteries, water-proof awning (easy to set up), Bull-bar with new spare tyre and pole carriers mounted...

Happywanderer · Happywanderer

Be very careful coming through Biggenden on the Maryborough to the Isis Hwy. The corner just outside J & J Motors (RACQ). A vehicle lost its caravan there this morning. There is quite a dip as you enter the intersection. I have seen cars bottom out in it. Was walking over to Aus Post at the time, heard...

Just Roman · Just Roman

Hi all Was thinking about a trip out to Lightning Ridge was told by one information Centre that it was a bit rough, but other people say it's not bad can any one shed some light on the subject, Caravan Parks, Free Camping etc. Thanks. John

Gerty Dancer · Gerty Dancer

Got a surprise when I opened the "Start a new topic" window... my post of 6 weeks ago was still there! Does this happen for anybody else? Having deleted it, all seems well.

Cupie · Cupie

I expect that there are lots of ex-PMG/Telecom/Telstra employees amongst The Grey Nomad Community. For them it seems that the company has not completely forgotten you & has belatedly established a "Telstra Alumni". Amongst its offerings is a 10% discount on many Telstra bills. li...

Just Roman · Just Roman

Hi All Had a lot of bad weather in my area so decided to pull out the van awning to dry out only to find mould. Tried a few things to remove it without success, any suggestions. Thanks to all in advance John.

gunnago · gunnago

Love your avatar judy we wont miss u on the road hope its RTA approved

Red Dog · Red Dog

Been looking around for a camper van such as the earlier Jayco Finch and owl and even the hard floor cubs, and I cant believe how much these are being sold for if in good condition, I am talking early to mid eighties, makes ones 4 to 5 years old not all the expensive, does anyone no why the early ones are so dea...

bowlerbear · bowlerbear

Anybody got any idea what it's like around the Upper Colo Reserve? Supposed to go there next week but the way the weather has been I think it will be fairly soggy. Thanks.

herbie · herbie

Our most useful piece of camping equipment would have to be our old sturdy metal ironing board .It is completely collapsible and easy to erect, very compact sturdy and non breakable, dosn't mind getting wet and a great conversation piece. Can be used for food preparation and serving ,washing up and d...

crocodile · crocodile

howdy all, has anyone had or bought a online deal for a sat/tv dish & fittings thru camper deals/supplied via itech world in W.A.???. the deal price was cheap enough but on opening the sat/tv dish bag, the sat finder was there , the fly cord was there the 20 metre coax cable was there, compass was the...

Happywanderer · Happywanderer

Over the last couple of years I have written down on these two bits of paper any nomads I have met. Sometimes I forget for a while then have to go back over the list so there may be some I've missed. Sheba is underlined as I haven't met her yet but determined to meet soon. You can see how long ago I wrote Shebas n...

oakforddavo · oakforddavo

Planning a trip up the coast and through to Darwin later this year and would like any tips on good places to stop - or bad ones not to. We will be towing a camper trailer and want power sites mainly but will be able to cope without. Not 4wd so going too far off road is not possible unless roads are good. Did th...

Beth54 · Beth54

http://ozcamps.net/index.php?option=com_wrapper&Itemid=29

Topic		Started By	Replies	Views	Last Post
	COUPLE TRAVELLING ON AN OLD AGE PENSION IS IT POSIBLE (Preview) HELLO ONCE AGAIN MY FRIENDS. MY WIFE AND I ARE RETIRING NEXT YEAR IN MARCH. JUST WONDERING WHETHER WE COULD TRAVEL ON THE AGED PENSION. WE PLAN TO FREE CAMP 2-3 NIGHTS THEN CARAVAN PARK 2-3 NIGHTS LEAP FROGGING AROUND OUR FABULOUS COUNTRYWE HAVE A CUB SPACEVAN AND OUR TOW VEHICLE IS A FORD TERRITORY GHIA...	timjina	10	1362	04:12 AM Mar 16, 2013 by Grams
	Branded port solar panel (Preview) I just bought on " eSold " a 170w Bosch portable solar panel with 20w mppt controller for $299,,they also have a Sharp 120w panel,,,just thought i would let you know as i have never seen branded portable panels for sale before	turbopete	22	4143	02:28 AM Mar 16, 2013 by Dan
	new to forum (Preview) hi to everyone,my name is ray and my wifes name is margaret,up until now i have been a"back-bencher" and have enjoyed reading members comments/suggestions'we are recently retired and are looking forward to travelling this wide wonderful country.our tug is a 2010 colorado4x4 diesel a...	subaru	14	826	12:32 AM Mar 16, 2013 by Beth54
	ALL phone numbers go PUBLIC (Preview) ALL phone numbers go PUBLIC REMEMBER: Mobile Phone Numbers Go Public next month. REMINDER all mobile phone numbers are being released to telemarketing companies and you will start to receive sale calls. YOU WILL BE CHARGED FOR THESE CA...	Ole_Grizzly	20	1580	10:25 PM Mar 15, 2013 by jetj
	Forget the Casino Big4! (Preview) Went to the Casino RV Village today after being told that the dump point at the Casino Showgrounds was too boggy. Character with grin on his face said 'No, it's not a public dump point. No, CMCA members can't dump, you have to book in for a night - $35!!** - to use the dump point. Yes, the showground dump poi...	Andrea	19	1727	06:09 AM Mar 15, 2013 by Duh
	Van Tec (Preview) Does any one have or recomend we have the new van protected with Vantec? i am reluctent due to being inthe car panel beating we had a thing cauld Ming Finnish but all it was was a expensive polish a good polish but very expensive. She who must be obayed would like it done @ a cost of $1500 so not cheep any comen...	tommo	5	724	05:23 AM Mar 15, 2013 by tommo
	coaster for sale (Preview) saw this on a facebook page Hi I have for sale a 1982 Toyota Coaster Campervan/Motorhome. 3.2 litre diesel with 5 speed box. heaps of storage, 2 single beds, fridge/freezer, microwave, 2 deep cell batteries, water-proof awning (easy to set up), Bull-bar with new spare tyre and pole carriers mounted...	barina	8	849	04:21 AM Mar 15, 2013 by Happywanderer
	Car lost its caravan (Preview) Be very careful coming through Biggenden on the Maryborough to the Isis Hwy. The corner just outside J & J Motors (RACQ). A vehicle lost its caravan there this morning. There is quite a dip as you enter the intersection. I have seen cars bottom out in it. Was walking over to Aus Post at the time, heard...	Happywanderer	4	886	08:19 PM Mar 14, 2013 by billeeeeeee
	Lightning Ridge (Preview) Hi all Was thinking about a trip out to Lightning Ridge was told by one information Centre that it was a bit rough, but other people say it's not bad can any one shed some light on the subject, Caravan Parks, Free Camping etc. Thanks. John	Just Roman	16	1836	01:57 AM Mar 15, 2013 by PeterD
	"Start a New Topic" (Preview) Got a surprise when I opened the "Start a new topic" window... my post of 6 weeks ago was still there! Does this happen for anybody else? Having deleted it, all seems well.	Gerty Dancer	19	1306	12:26 AM Mar 15, 2013 by Gerty Dancer
	Discount on your Telstra Bills (Preview) I expect that there are lots of ex-PMG/Telecom/Telstra employees amongst The Grey Nomad Community. For them it seems that the company has not completely forgotten you & has belatedly established a "Telstra Alumni". Amongst its offerings is a 10% discount on many Telstra bills. li...	Cupie	10	4967	12:07 AM Mar 15, 2013 by Roving-Dutchy
	Mould on Awning (Preview) Hi All Had a lot of bad weather in my area so decided to pull out the van awning to dry out only to find mould. Tried a few things to remove it without success, any suggestions. Thanks to all in advance John.	Just Roman	11	3444	02:27 PM Mar 14, 2013 by aussietraveller
	barina (Preview) Love your avatar judy we wont miss u on the road hope its RTA approved	gunnago	2	790	07:28 PM Mar 14, 2013 by gunnago
	Why are They so Expensive (Preview) Been looking around for a camper van such as the earlier Jayco Finch and owl and even the hard floor cubs, and I cant believe how much these are being sold for if in good condition, I am talking early to mid eighties, makes ones 4 to 5 years old not all the expensive, does anyone no why the early ones are so dea...	Red Dog	8	1189	02:51 PM Mar 14, 2013 by Red Dog
	Upper Colo River Reserve (Preview) Anybody got any idea what it's like around the Upper Colo Reserve? Supposed to go there next week but the way the weather has been I think it will be fairly soggy. Thanks.	bowlerbear	13	1690	04:31 AM Mar 14, 2013 by bowlerbear
	useful and versatile (Preview) Our most useful piece of camping equipment would have to be our old sturdy metal ironing board .It is completely collapsible and easy to erect, very compact sturdy and non breakable, dosn't mind getting wet and a great conversation piece. Can be used for food preparation and serving ,washing up and d...	herbie	11	1034	03:34 AM Mar 14, 2013 by Happywanderer
	sat tv deal via Camper Deal/itech world in W.A. (Preview) howdy all, has anyone had or bought a online deal for a sat/tv dish & fittings thru camper deals/supplied via itech world in W.A.???. the deal price was cheap enough but on opening the sat/tv dish bag, the sat finder was there , the fly cord was there the 20 metre coax cable was there, compass was the...	crocodile	12	3086	10:35 PM Mar 13, 2013 by _wombat_
	Grey nomads I have met. (Preview) Over the last couple of years I have written down on these two bits of paper any nomads I have met. Sometimes I forget for a while then have to go back over the list so there may be some I've missed. Sheba is underlined as I haven't met her yet but determined to meet soon. You can see how long ago I wrote Shebas n...	Happywanderer	29	1243	07:12 PM Mar 13, 2013 by Beth54
	Perth to Darwin (Preview) Planning a trip up the coast and through to Darwin later this year and would like any tips on good places to stop - or bad ones not to. We will be towing a camper trailer and want power sites mainly but will be able to cope without. Not 4wd so going too far off road is not possible unless roads are good. Did th...	oakforddavo	12	4188	06:32 AM Mar 13, 2013 by Duh
	Wuruma Dam Qld (Preview) http://ozcamps.net/index.php?option=com_wrapper&Itemid=29	Beth54	22	4575	03:16 AM Mar 13, 2013 by Jack Mac
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