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Gday...1822 - A penal settlement is established at Macquarie Harbour on the remote west coast of Van Diemen's Land.1955 - South Australia's Vice-Regal Summer Residence, Marble Hill, is destroyed by bushfires. Cheers - John

We, like many others, enjoy freedom camping. However we are seeing too many people who arrive and lead their dogs away from their own campsite to allow their dogs to deficate near someone else's site. Often many dog owners look around to see if they have been spotted, and only pick up the droppings if th...

how do i work out the correct legal ball weight of my vehicle for towing and how do i calculate the correct ball weight of the new caravan i believe you can buy a device that fits on the tow hitch when van is attached and it tells you the weight on the ball ???

Would love to catch up with any member of The Grey Nomads holidaying in Portland for a chat and a cuppa. Give me and Michelle a ring on 0427 499 697.

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We were taking advantage of the seasonal sales to get some stuff for the van (for when it's ready) at a little cheaper price. Saw some 20 litre jerry cans. I know we need one to fuel the generator (petrol) and maybe one for some water but I was wondering if it's worth getting one for extra fuel (diesel) for t...

Wishing everyone a really happy 2014! I am hoping to get to meet many of you out on the road this year, I head off to Tamworth next week, returning slowly back to Victoria for a few weeks before spending most of 2014 slowly touring Victoria and South Australia, taking a good look at all the little quiet spo...

My issue is that over the last few years many brands are gone from the shelves of the 2 major stores. what happens to these suppliers. The way of the dairy industry is what happens. Worse. It is summer. I wanted to buy lemons. rush into store to find only lemons from California.?? It gets worse. I then le...

To all the gns out there in our big island, a happy Hogmenay!.Being of Scotish decent, My father would celebrate Hogmenay, which is just the Scots version of new year, and goes til dawn on Jan 1st. Have a great one. Bill -- Edited by bill12 on Wednesday 1st of January 2014 01:51:03 PM

Attendance call on the first day back at school. The teacher began calling out the names of the pupils:"Mustafa Al Eih Zeri?" "Here.""Achmed El Kabul?" "Here.""Fatima Al Hayek? " "Here.&q...

Hey All. I said that I don't like to do Math's.. Well some time's it worth the trouble to do them.. the Premise.. - A battery bank to have an effective 240Ah @ 24v ------ Usable Capacity.. [100% usage.] over what ever time frame. Now I know that I'm going to get jumped on here.. But This is my topic and My Ma...

We have a Dometic 3 way fridge which has stopped working on 12v when towing. We have just arrived in Adelaide and will be here for next month before moving on. Spoke to Dometic who reckon it is probably wiring issue as wiring used when installed is not heavy enough?? Currently charged via 7 pin plug. May...

The time has come Del and Alan said, to talk of many things, Of champagne, cheese platters and New Year greetings. So take the time to reflect on the past year, And greet the new one with Joy, mirth and cheer. All the best for a safe and happy New Year to all. Adele and Alan (aka Delilah and Mongrel)

Gday... 1856 - Queen Victoria approves a petition to rename the island of Van Diemen's Land 'Tasmania' in honour of Dutch explorer Abel Tasman. 1864 - The Queensland Police Force is inaugurated. 1866 - The first Queensland route of famous coach company, Cobb & Co, is established. ...

Hello Everyone, I am soooo excited to tell you we have a brand new grand daughter. Mum and Bub doing well. Two weeks overdue and it has been a loooooong two weeks. Went to the ABC shop today and bought her an Abby Cadabby doll. can't wait to give it to her in two weeks when we travel to her home. even thou...

Happy New Year to everyone drink & be merry...&....remember what van you come from..be happy it looks like rain here in Esperance WA .... my eyes might look like this on WED ......lol -- Edited by bridget on Tuesday 31st of December 2013 01:28:39 PM

Hi all, my name is Colleen and I have finally purchased my Winnebago Esperance which will be delivered tomorrow. I can't wait till I am finally on the road solo with my little mate Denis. Looking forward to chatting with you all and no doubt seeking advice from time to time. cheers

http://www.sunshinecoastdaily.com.au/news/two-taken-hospital-after-lightning-strikes-caravan/2126557/

TWO men have been rushed to hospital after a lightning bolt struck the ground outside a caravan they were in on the Sunshine Coast. A Department of Community Safety spokeswoman said the two men were inside a caravan at the Cotton Tree Holiday Park when the lightning struck about 8.20pm. One of the men,...

Best wishes for a great 2014 to all at Greens Lake. You will all be glad to hear that Steve made it safely to Wagga yesterday, so, this morning I got a New Year hug & best wishes. He just left with our best wishes for a safe journey. Cheers to all.