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Just wondering if any of you have the "Tow Secure" break away system installed. This comes with a wireless unit fitted in the tow vehicle cab that gives various warnings, via lights and buzzers, on the state of that system. Its fitted fitted to comply with NSW new regs on braking. Chances are while it is...

A big welcome to all new Nomads who have recently subscribed to this very informative Forum. There is a (sticky) post called WHO IS THIS on the top of the page in the I DIGRESS Forum, which is a competition that has been running continuously now for a long period of time, where people post photos of famous...

any body got any spots where to park up safely for the night about an hour nth of Melbourne we are coming from the hume hwy end , planning to head into town about 5am , catching the day ferry to tas ,any ideas would be helpful .

We are New Zealanders coming over to travel around Australia for 2 years. We bought a new tug & caravan and we are trying to register both in Victoria.We dont have an address in Vic to register the vehicles and where they will be parked. Although we wont be parking it up as we intend to travel for for 2 y...

Hi Everyone, I hope I am not opening up a can of worms here (as I know you all probably did a lot of research and love the van you decided to purchase) but any suggestions on which caravan to buy that is within our towing specs, desires, etc., would be appreciated. We are after a full caravan body - ie. no pop t...

A siren blasts through the station and summons to report for duty.It's a final haunting tribute for Ryan Clay, a 38-year-old firefighter who lost his battle to cancer last weekend.http://www.abc.net.au/news/2018-02-09/fireman-ryan-clay-farewelled-in-emotional-service/9417530"You...

Three masked men burst into parliament and kidnapped 20 politicians. Later, police received a ransom note. The kidnappers were demanding $1million and a plane to allow them to flee the country. The note added if the demands were not met, the kidnappers would release one politician each hour.

Could anyone tell me current conditions of the Alpine way between Khancoban & Jindabyne Please? Pulling a 21 ft van A just drove the Great Alpine rd. Is this route better or worse than The G.A.rd ?

The Fiat 3 litre has terminals under the bonnet to jump start the engine. I am wondering if a battery charger can be connected to these terminals or if they only go direct to the starter motor and are cut of from the battery by some switching device diode or similar ? Has anyone used these terminals for thi...

Spotted at the Marketplace car park, at Lilydale, this morning - two tone grey Coaster. Vic rego. Looked to be well fitted out for off grid camping. Had CMCA and Grey Nomad stickers. I couldn't see the person/people around it - guess they were enjoying the air con inside, shopping, having coffee, wha...

Hi all I am battling with the do I or don't I finally pull the plug and retire syndrome.. Almost 60, reasonably self funded (down size the house and will be ok for a long time) still working part time in a job that I really am sick of (but the money is great). Part time for the last few weeks means 50 hours a week...

John joins a competition and wins. A book is given as a gift to him. The title of the book is Plain Logic. John asks about the gift; What does this book say? -You will learn when you read it I dont want to read right now, just tell me. All right. Now look; Is there an aquarium in your house? -Yes there is -And the...

A woman who has a doctors appointment with Dr. Wong, arrives at the surgery and is called in by the awaiting Doctor. He says to the woman "What seems to be the problem?" She replies, "Well doctor, I have a major problem staying in a relationship and I can't understand why." The doctor says remove all your...

This is a NEW fridge and the feed back I got from trying to fix is not very desirable . So I had a go / look at how it works or doesnt !! the hinges had been reversed before I bought as I wanted doors hinged on right . Opening on left ., Since fitting fridge on right corners the doors would open !! Ahh ! Some though...

Gday all I would like to say Hi and introduce ourselves (as per the Avatar) I'm the one with the Silver hair LOL and the beautiful woman is my Wife Mama bear. we are the proud owners of an Australian designed and built Winnebago Bourke "A" our first Van. I've just retired from the Army after 23yrs and...

Hi all planning a visit here in march .. how busy does it get ? and whats the beach fishing like ?

Hi Has anyone got any advice on the lotus Tremor 19.6 versus either a trooper or Freelander. Whatâs really difference between them Thanks scoota

During the medical examination of a female patient the doctor says "your heart, lungs,pulse and blood pressure are all fine. Now let me see the part that gets ladies into all kinds of trouble."The lady starts to take off her nickers but is stopped by the doctor,"No, no.....I meant for you to stick out y...

I put a post up yesterday asking about the fiamma door handle shrouds , I meant to ask if anyone had bought them , I emailed Fiamma and can get them off their ebay store but they are posted from england and cost 25 pounds or approx $45aud without postage , wondering if can get here in oz . On

I have a small Ford Transit MH. Has sufficient power to house system for free camping for a couple of days. It fully charges if I get full sun everyday. But we all know this doesn't happen. Cannot add more panels as roof is already covered and no room for extra batteries.. Was thinking that I could ge...