Came through that way week before last. Pretty good, except for the heavy rain, and the number of trucks. If theres no flooding of late, should be OK.
PM me when you get here, maybe we can have a coffee.
-- Edited by ChiChi1 on Monday 30th of January 2012 09:17:17 AM
redz47 said
03:12 PM Jan 30, 2012
How are the roads in NSW? I want to get to Canberra to have car serviced and intend traveling Gore Highway from Toowoomba to Goondiwindi but pulling 29' 5th wheeler.......solo so need help here guys Red
Ma said
03:21 PM Jan 30, 2012
Sorry I can't help you on that one Red, haven't travelled the Gore but there is sure to be someone on here who has but a very big welcome to the forum.
jimricho said
04:52 PM Jan 30, 2012
Can't help with the Gore Highway but it is a major link between Brisbane and the Newell Hwy route to Melbourne. The Newell from Goondi to Dubbo (and beyond) is fine but expect significant heavy vehicle traffic. Google maps suggests a route from Dubbo to Canberra via Cowra and Yass. I've travelled from Cowra to Yass a few years back but not the other legs and it was ok then.
Regardless, check any local knowledge as you go, as my info is not the most up to date.
Ma said
04:54 PM Jan 30, 2012
Have travelled the Cowra/Yass/Canberra route many times. Certainly is suitable for your 5thy red. Some nice scenery along the way as well.
the rocket said
06:53 PM Jan 30, 2012
hello Redz47. Sorry i can/'t be of any help. I just popped in to say welcome. rocket n strop
old briney said
07:13 PM Jan 30, 2012
Sheba posted these after your post they may help http://www.rta.nsw.gov.au
http://www.vicroads.vic.gov.au
http://www.transport.sa.gov.au
http://www.mainroads.wa.gov.au
http://www.roadreport.nt.gov.au
www.131940.qld.gov.au
http://www.police.tas.gov.au/community-alerts/
Cruising Granny said
04:07 AM Jan 31, 2012
Please do not depend on those websites. The information can be generally useful, but the actual road conditions can also be 3 to 4 days old. In this climate of downpours and flash-flooding, this could be very dangerous, if you're on a schedule and can't afford the delays.
Dunmowin said
11:35 PM Feb 1, 2012
We are currently in Narrabri (showgrounds) sitting out the rain. Not sure of situation between Goondiwindi & Narrabri, but I understand it is OK from Narrabri to Dubbo via The Newell
cannylass said
05:22 AM Feb 25, 2012
When we not sure how the highways are we just ring ahead to the local police, for road condition's and they have been most helpful
Cruising Granny said
08:09 AM Feb 26, 2012
If you have UHF radio in your tug stay tuned to Ch40 and if necessary ask the trucks coming from the opposite direction what the road is like behind them. These guys and girls can be a valuable resource out there on the long highways. Some Police can be nice and helpful, while others are not. Take care, safe and happy travels.
lilly31 said
03:42 PM Feb 26, 2012
I have always found local SES are more helpful ..maybe because most are local to area and usually have thier finger on the pluse ....
Came through that way week before last. Pretty good, except for the heavy rain, and the number of trucks. If theres no flooding of late, should be OK.
PM me when you get here, maybe we can have a coffee.
-- Edited by ChiChi1 on Monday 30th of January 2012 09:17:17 AM
How are the roads in NSW? I want to get to Canberra to have car serviced and intend traveling Gore Highway from Toowoomba to Goondiwindi but pulling 29' 5th wheeler.......solo so need help here guys
Red
Sorry I can't help you on that one Red, haven't travelled the Gore but there is sure to be someone on here who has but a very big welcome to the forum.
Regardless, check any local knowledge as you go, as my info is not the most up to date.
Have travelled the Cowra/Yass/Canberra route many times. Certainly is suitable for your 5thy red. Some nice scenery along the way as well.
hello Redz47. Sorry i can/'t be of any help. I just popped in to say welcome. rocket n strop
http://www.rta.nsw.gov.au
http://www.vicroads.vic.gov.au
http://www.transport.sa.gov.au
http://www.mainroads.wa.gov.au
http://www.roadreport.nt.gov.au
www.131940.qld.gov.au
http://www.police.tas.gov.au/community-alerts/
The information can be generally useful, but the actual road conditions can also be 3 to 4 days old.
In this climate of downpours and flash-flooding, this could be very dangerous, if you're on a schedule and can't afford the delays.
We are currently in Narrabri (showgrounds) sitting out the rain. Not sure of situation between Goondiwindi & Narrabri, but I understand it is OK from Narrabri to Dubbo via The Newell
Some Police can be nice and helpful, while others are not.
Take care, safe and happy travels.