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We just bought a new Supreme 'van and have had the usual Aussie made problems with it. Sadly, the quality is not matched to the price we paid for it, but talking to independent caravan repairers, all of the 'van makers are pretty much the same - charge heaps and average to poor quality. Be aware that the w...

Because I am type 1 Diabetic, I am first cab off the rank to have another arthroscopy and rotator cuff repair on my left shoulder tomorrow morning. Have to be there at 7.15, and if all goes well I come home Tuesday before lunch. Six weeks in a sling and not allowed to drive is going to be a bit tough as I am just...

The caravan's been sitting at home for three months now with its only trip from the dealer to home. We set off tomorrow on the maiden voyage, just a couple of days to park on the banks of the Blackwood River, most probably Alexandra Road Bridge. I'm really looking forward to it.

Hailstorm turns Perths north winter white ( Click for more info ) BEACHES were closed due to lightning and Perths northern suburbs were turned white with hail, as thunderstorm warnings remain in place. K.J. -- Edited by kiwijims on Sunday 19th of October 2014 10:56:40 AM

http://travel.baddalailama.com/2010/08/wal-mart-motel-20night.html

This just about sums up how all of us should be treating free advice.

How, Silly question really but would someone please tell me IN SIMPLE TERMS for a simple person what this black box is actually called and does I spose it's not a silly question really cos if I knew I wouldn't be asking. I call it a modulator but more than likely it's not. There are no lights or gauges etc...

I did a search, maybe I stuffed it up but there was bugger all about slow cookers. SHE WHO MUST BE OBEYED and I sing the praises of our slow cooker where ever we travel. We head out for the day fishing, bushwalking or just haven a sticky. We arrive back to base and our friend has the main part of our evening mea...

According to this report, IS are using a captured Syrian air base and MIG aircraft to train IS pilots to use them. The trainers are former Saddam Hussein pilots (Sunni's the same as IS). They have at least 3 serviceable planes at the moment that are flying around the base area, see; http://www.abc....

I've torn out my alarm system & de-registered from the Neighbourhood Watch. I've got two Pakistani flags raised in my front garden, one at each corner and the black flag of ISIS in the centre. The local police, ASIO and other intelligence services are all watching my house 24/7. I've never fel...

When I did my big lap during 07 and 08, I had Vic. number plates on my Astina car. I reckon I was pulled up at least one or 2 times a week by the cops, and was never booked. I think they were surprised to see a mature age (old) lady driving with a poodle. I use to call it "pick on a Vic". lol lol. When...

About 6 years ago I flew to Cairns to pick up a M/H ... As it was late arvo I traveled about 40 k and saw a C/p and decided that I would stop overninght and suss out the new M/H. I asked the manager if he had a spot where I could park the M/H No Power, No water, No toilets, No Shower just somewhere to park and exploer...

Tamala Station about 900 km North of Perth The old kiwi finally caught a fish. K.J.

thought I'd make a separate post.. for those that haven't heard my little band "The Drewsterz" ,video below.. Were trying to think of some festivals / gigs to play at, ie nsw preferably as were only starting out, looked at the Goulburn blues festival ,thats booked out.. and so is Kangaroo...

For our resident wombat... -- Edited by milo on Sunday 19th of October 2014 02:15:18 PM

I have been in contact with Beth and she wanted to update you on her recovery and asked if I could post the 2 photos attached (she is having some phone problems at the moment). She appears to be very good spirits regardless of how the photos appear. I know she will be back on the forum soon to thank you all in...

http://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-10-14/man-dies-after-snake-bite-in-wa-goldfields/5812486

Technically settlement isn't until Monday, but I've left anyway. Now I just have to settle into the groove of not doing an awful lot