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We have just done the Outback Way from Winton to Boulia and on to Mt Isa. Some terrific stops along the way - most in the Camps Book - but this one isn't - approx. 15k north of Dajarra (a small aboriginal community, which has a free camp in town with toilets). Drive through Dajarra for about 14k, cross the S...

Have read the threads on Greens Lake on two Aussie forums and am not sure of why it seems to be the most popular spot in Australia to RV. Reed and Elaine

i am sure that I have read this on the forum somewhere but I can't find it now. we need a new upright fridge freezer for the motorhome, about 190 ltr. is it possible to use a domestic fridge, about 1/4 of the cost and run it through an inverter. The one we have looked at says voltage 220-240 current 1.1A pow...

Hi can anyone give me advice to cryvac sealing ( sealing your meat for longevity when you cannot freezer it ) I intend to trip out bush and will not have access to electricity I have been told meat without bones this may pierce but I cannot cryvacuumingc sausages or mince as the air in these will explode...

Must have been a huge storm the other night.Trees down everywhere between Esperance and Kalgoolie

Just leting everyone no if you go from Wilcannia to White Cliffs allow a full day to look around. You can visit, drive through, and be on your way in 15 minutes but you will miss the real town. The road from Wilcania to White Cliffs is sealed and in good condition. This little town need our support. Stumpy &...

To all those on the Grey Nomad Forum, those we have meet & those we are yet to meet, also Cindy if you are perusing this - we sincerely wish everyone a very Merry Christmas & may 2015 bring you lots of good times. Cheers from Alice & Keith

Had a few good days with Patty halfpint at her house sit in Kyabram, I was looked after very well and we spent time yesterday shopping and discussing meals that I will be able to cook when on the road in the Coaster. For the first time my freezer area is full of meat and I have stocks of vegetables. Perhaps as...

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A friend has asked us to sit their property but unfortunately we are already fully booked. Thought it might be a good opportunity to reach out the community and see if anyone else was interested. Farm sit approx 30km from Canberra from 4th Jan until ~10th Feb. Primarily to look after the 4 dogs - all very...

Shut the front gate! I noticed Billeeeeeee )7e's) and Jules heading of into lands unknown in the Jules Mobile real early this morning. Well early for Mr Grand Pooh Bah (Uncle Fester) anyway as he normally doesn't rise to the occasion until, well lets just say LATE. One has to wonder, doesn't one Mayb...

K.J. *-- Edited by kiwijims on Monday 15th of December 2014 04:51:56 PM*

K.J. -- Edited by kiwijims on Monday 15th of December 2014 04:51:56 PM

We have found a lovely camp at Hay we will be here a few days. If you are around, pop over and say hi.

Hi My rich brother has just bought a Retreat "Fraser", 20ft Van. Simplicity independent suspension, single beds, (so he can take me fishing, I wish!!), 2 x 150 watt solar panels, 2 x 120 amp hr batteries plus sh*t load of other stuff. Has any body out there had any issues with this brand, his f...

Why am i not supprised; I took a few weeks out in hopes that the air may clear again. Sadly not,stills smells of rats the **** still continues & has got deeper. My last post was of a important nature as many are now using this device; again it was taken off topic & turned into an argument by a person...

hi everyone, strop and I have a bit of a dilemma and hopefully someone who has experienced this or has some good ideas can help. We have a queen bed on slats and a queen mattress. As it is a bit hard we put egg shell mattress on top. Now it is most luxurious and great to sleep in. Now the problem. I sit on it , prop...

We arrived home today after 10 great days away in our van. Unfortunately, after unhooking the van from my vehicle, unbeknown to me, the wire that activates the "breakaway" system became tangled around the towhitch when I moved the vehicle. The pin was pulled from the small black activato...

If you happen to be in that part of the world , N.S.W. Cloesby to Picton and you are a Locomotive /Train fan dont bypass this area. Afraid i cant suugest any Caravan Parks etc in the area but not a long drive from Wollongong or neaby areas where you will find Van parking.. [img]https://farm4.staticflick...

.K.J.