The Grey Nomads - General

justcruisin01 · justcruisin01

We have had the pleasure of meeting two more GN members. Thanks to Patto44 & Scottynbulldog for dropping in to say hello. Enjoyed the chat & its always good to put names & faces together.

blaze · blaze

After about 6 months in Albany we are on the move again.Feels good to be on the road again even if its only for a short period. Must see if the wife will update the blog. When we left Albany in the wind and rain we headed along to Windy Harbour Camps 5 293 I think, well it certainly lived up to its name. Wasnt che...

Gerty Dancer · Gerty Dancer

We had some heavy wind at Streaky Bay a couple of nights ago, and as always when the winds come up, the first thing we did was roll in the awning and put everything away that might blow about. During the night the wind became much stronger, the caravan was being buffetted and the roar in the trees overhea...

Old Crofter · Old Crofter

http://www.recalls.gov.au/content/index.phtml/itemId/1006611

Ma · Ma

After we leave Nindigully in the morning we have decided to head for Moree then on to Warialda, Manila and then into Tamworth. How long that will take is anybody's guess. We plan on heading down the New England and the Putty after that.

AmandaJayne · AmandaJayne

My daughters in labor!!! WOOOHOOO!!! had to come in to tell everyone.. am so excited!! we're having another lil girl in the family!!!! Altho its been real slow going so I hope it keep going... my poor daughters been in labor near all day and not alot has happened.. shes in hospital so thats the best place...

Dave83 · Dave83

FIVE RULES TO REMEMBER IN LIFE: 1. Money cannot buy happiness, but it's more comfortable to cry in a Mercedes than on a bicycle. 2. Forgive your enemy, but remember the bastards name. ... 3. Help someone when they are in trouble and they will remember you when they're in trouble again 4. Many people are...

jonathan · jonathan

Just like to say how much I've been spoiled in the last two days .. met Lilly and enjoyed being shown around this City of Tamworth on Sunday.. before having a few beers of course .. Then this afternoon, after she had done a days work, collected this GN and showed me a most wonderful tour of the outlying town...

milo · milo

well, were almost home , currently at wellington... (no not new zealand!!) Its been a good trip , but a few probs here and there with the van , but im sure we'll get them sorted out at some stage.... home tomorrow night!!

justcruisin01 · justcruisin01

Ever seen an iceberg from top to bottom?From a rig manager for Global Marine Drilling in St. Johns, Newfoundland. They have to divert the path of these things away from the rig by towing them with ships. In this particular case, the water was calm, and the sun was almost directly overhead, so th...

Ma · Ma

We left Chinchilla on Sunday after two very peaceful weeks at Doug's place. Couldn't get a better camping place to recharge the batteries. Thanks for the hospitality Doug. Stayed last night at Westmar rest area. There are flush loos, hot showers and the pub has very cold beer!!!! The road noise wa...

Shogun · Shogun

Hi all Just wondering if it is worth joining the membership programs offered by the main caravan parks? Cheers Brett

Bowyo · Bowyo

Sorry. New to this. My son (40) suggests a hostel in Mexico City. His Dad, Uk home-based, is dubious. Another much-travelled Granny may know of a safe B&B in Mexico City. Tricky topic: don't want to cause rucktions. Need to see my grand-daughters: hotels too expensive. Flights from UK cost a bo...

tezza · tezza

Really feel i should wish Vic a happy birthday for tomorrow, 19th. Hope it's a good one and will run into you again one day and buy you a drink. Is it 94?

tezza · tezza

Well we are out of the Mukinbudin caravan park on 29th and heading to Milly Milly station, 250k nw of Cue. we are going via Kalgoorlie Lienster, sandstone and Mt magnet. can anyone suggest good camps or van parks along the way? We also need to leave our van unattended but not on power for a week at mt. magne...

Les_Donz · Les_Donz

Hi all. We are continuing our investigations on what form of van to purchase. Can anyone give me an idea on whether there are restrictions on long vehicles (such as 5th wheelers) in van parks around Australia?... Would love to hear ideas and experiences. Donz

Beth54 · Beth54

I went to the Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers yesterday, and took a look at Spring Bluff on the way home. I think these photo's tell the story. QR did a fantastic job, working 24/7 to get it open again. It was a massive job. So much rock a soil had to be brought in. Murphy's Creek is below here. -- Edited by Beth...

Nicholstones · Nicholstones

When we leave Cairns in late September we intend to mooch our way down the east coast as far as Bundaberg before cutting inland again. My question is, where is the best place to visit the reef from? Virtually all the towns down the coast talk about reef access, which provides the best tour/cruise/exper...

lilly31 · lilly31

Ahhhhh sunday i love you ..... Work all week now time to do my housework which is not much today and then enjoy it .... cant wait to have all week as a sunday LOL . -- Edited by lilly31 on Sunday 18th of September 2011 06:24:11 PM

tommogt · tommogt

Hi all , just wondering where all the nomads retreat to in The Hot summer months.? Mainly been told around Armidale area.? What are your thoughts Campers.? We sold our house and bought a 21 foot setup . Not off road vehicle + van. Like to hear your places ... Cheers -- Edited by tommogt on Saturday 17th...

Topic		Started By	Replies	Views	Last Post
	GN,s (Preview) We have had the pleasure of meeting two more GN members. Thanks to Patto44 & Scottynbulldog for dropping in to say hello. Enjoyed the chat & its always good to put names & faces together.	justcruisin01	6	646	05:46 PM Sep 22, 2011 by Patto44
	On the move (Preview) After about 6 months in Albany we are on the move again.Feels good to be on the road again even if its only for a short period. Must see if the wife will update the blog. When we left Albany in the wind and rain we headed along to Windy Harbour Camps 5 293 I think, well it certainly lived up to its name. Wasnt che...	blaze	11	759	12:10 AM Sep 23, 2011 by Elle on Wheels
	Pop-top or full caravan? (Preview) We had some heavy wind at Streaky Bay a couple of nights ago, and as always when the winds come up, the first thing we did was roll in the awning and put everything away that might blow about. During the night the wind became much stronger, the caravan was being buffetted and the roar in the trees overhea...	Gerty Dancer	15	8460	02:00 AM May 26, 2012 by Kantiki
	Fiat Ducato owners FYI (Preview) http://www.recalls.gov.au/content/index.phtml/itemId/1006611	Old Crofter	2	885	07:08 PM Sep 22, 2011 by milo
	WE'VE DECIDED (Preview) After we leave Nindigully in the morning we have decided to head for Moree then on to Warialda, Manila and then into Tamworth. How long that will take is anybody's guess. We plan on heading down the New England and the Putty after that.	Ma	18	1130	02:19 PM Sep 23, 2011 by Ma
	I'm gonna be a nanna again!!!!! :) ( 1 2 ) (Preview) My daughters in labor!!! WOOOHOOO!!! had to come in to tell everyone.. am so excited!! we're having another lil girl in the family!!!! Altho its been real slow going so I hope it keep going... my poor daughters been in labor near all day and not alot has happened.. shes in hospital so thats the best place...	AmandaJayne	32	1527	11:53 PM Sep 24, 2011 by AmandaJayne
	Five rules to remember in life (Preview) FIVE RULES TO REMEMBER IN LIFE: 1. Money cannot buy happiness, but it's more comfortable to cry in a Mercedes than on a bicycle. 2. Forgive your enemy, but remember the bastards name. ... 3. Help someone when they are in trouble and they will remember you when they're in trouble again 4. Many people are...	Dave83	14	850	08:03 PM Sep 21, 2011 by Ell&Mick
	Thank you Lilly ! (Preview) Just like to say how much I've been spoiled in the last two days .. met Lilly and enjoyed being shown around this City of Tamworth on Sunday.. before having a few beers of course .. Then this afternoon, after she had done a days work, collected this GN and showed me a most wonderful tour of the outlying town...	jonathan	2	379	09:37 PM Sep 19, 2011 by jonathan
	Almost home!! (Preview) well, were almost home , currently at wellington... (no not new zealand!!) Its been a good trip , but a few probs here and there with the van , but im sure we'll get them sorted out at some stage.... home tomorrow night!!	milo	2	713	07:21 PM Sep 19, 2011 by milo
	WHATS YOUR RATIO,? SCOTCH PER ICE BLOCK THAT IS;; (Preview) Ever seen an iceberg from top to bottom?From a rig manager for Global Marine Drilling in St. Johns, Newfoundland. They have to divert the path of these things away from the rig by towing them with ships. In this particular case, the water was calm, and the sun was almost directly overhead, so th...	justcruisin01	11	1048	09:33 AM Sep 20, 2011 by Ma
	HOMEWARD BOUND (Preview) We left Chinchilla on Sunday after two very peaceful weeks at Doug's place. Couldn't get a better camping place to recharge the batteries. Thanks for the hospitality Doug. Stayed last night at Westmar rest area. There are flush loos, hot showers and the pub has very cold beer!!!! The road noise wa...	Ma	13	1767	10:20 AM Sep 20, 2011 by Ma
	Is it worth joining the membership programs offered by caravan parks eg. Big4 etc?? (Preview) Hi all Just wondering if it is worth joining the membership programs offered by the main caravan parks? Cheers Brett	Shogun	18	2451	11:06 PM Sep 22, 2011 by D4Iceman
	Grey Nomad seeks good B&B, Mexico City. Granny Seeker advice (Preview) Sorry. New to this. My son (40) suggests a hostel in Mexico City. His Dad, Uk home-based, is dubious. Another much-travelled Granny may know of a safe B&B in Mexico City. Tricky topic: don't want to cause rucktions. Need to see my grand-daughters: hotels too expensive. Flights from UK cost a bo...	Bowyo	10	3534	07:10 AM Sep 21, 2011 by Bowyo
	Happy birthday Vic ( 1 2 ) (Preview) Really feel i should wish Vic a happy birthday for tomorrow, 19th. Hope it's a good one and will run into you again one day and buy you a drink. Is it 94?	tezza	34	1555	11:18 PM Sep 19, 2011 by Vic
	kalgoorlie to Cue (Preview) Well we are out of the Mukinbudin caravan park on 29th and heading to Milly Milly station, 250k nw of Cue. we are going via Kalgoorlie Lienster, sandstone and Mt magnet. can anyone suggest good camps or van parks along the way? We also need to leave our van unattended but not on power for a week at mt. magne...	tezza	11	1249	04:50 PM Sep 19, 2011 by _wombat_
	Newbys learning about van parks. (Preview) Hi all. We are continuing our investigations on what form of van to purchase. Can anyone give me an idea on whether there are restrictions on long vehicles (such as 5th wheelers) in van parks around Australia?... Would love to hear ideas and experiences. Donz	Les_Donz	19	1465	11:35 AM Sep 27, 2011 by Andrea
	After the January floods (Preview) I went to the Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers yesterday, and took a look at Spring Bluff on the way home. I think these photo's tell the story. QR did a fantastic job, working 24/7 to get it open again. It was a massive job. So much rock a soil had to be brought in. Murphy's Creek is below here. -- Edited by Beth...	Beth54	5	733	09:00 PM Sep 19, 2011 by Happywanderer
	Visiting the Reef (Preview) When we leave Cairns in late September we intend to mooch our way down the east coast as far as Bundaberg before cutting inland again. My question is, where is the best place to visit the reef from? Virtually all the towns down the coast talk about reef access, which provides the best tour/cruise/exper...	Nicholstones	6	852	09:46 PM Sep 19, 2011 by Nicholstones
	Dont you just love just love sunday (Preview) Ahhhhh sunday i love you ..... Work all week now time to do my housework which is not much today and then enjoy it .... cant wait to have all week as a sunday LOL . -- Edited by lilly31 on Sunday 18th of September 2011 06:24:11 PM	lilly31	17	1120	08:31 PM Sep 20, 2011 by Cruising Granny
	Where do the Grey-nomads retreat to in hot Summer NSW.? (Preview) Hi all , just wondering where all the nomads retreat to in The Hot summer months.? Mainly been told around Armidale area.? What are your thoughts Campers.? We sold our house and bought a 21 foot setup . Not off road vehicle + van. Like to hear your places ... Cheers -- Edited by tommogt on Saturday 17th...	tommogt	13	1035	07:37 AM Sep 19, 2011 by stoney123
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