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I just got a phone call from a representative from Google. "We're campaigning to get people to sign an on-line petition supporting our company tax arrangements in light of the government's plans for an investigation." "You can bugger right off," I told him. "It's the la...

I have just read an article on the front page of an SEQ Community newspaper. It seems that a local has just claimed the world record for a Solo assisted "Round Australia' ride by pushbike. Reid Anderton of Thornlands (Brissy) has recently completed the journey in 37 days, 1 hour and 18 minutes. H...

Another stinking hot day, but I was game to mow the lawns, with Spida taking the clippings away to use as mulch. Evidence:-

Although it is 32c here in Weipa at the moment the weather man is saying suck it up while you can, because from tomorrow until at least next wed/.day rain and thunderstorms are predicted. So we are heading out of here early in the morning., before we get locked in.First over nighter should be at Coen all g...

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The Sandalwood CP at Wardell (a few kilometres south of Ballina), even in the week leading up to Christmas, charged us just $25/night for a powered site - far less than some of their competitors up and down the north coast. It's a very pleasant park, lots of room, shady spots if you prefer.

Well you know how we girls LOVE shoes!? Where to put them in the caravan?? Today I put a stainless rod in the toilet above the loo...goes across from one wall to the other. I then hung one of those hanging shoe holders that you can buy at $2 shops or Aldi. Also hung another towel rail in the bathroom!!! Also b...

Is July a good time to visit Lightning Ridge? would it be too cold then? I'm heading in that direction on the 4th. Helen

I was reading an article regarding hot water systems in in all RVs and it even covered the black bags that heat from the sun(solar) It reads that because water heaters in RVs do not reach to the 60c recommended to kill the bacteria.Gas has a limit on the amount it can raise the temp during the time it fl...

How "bad" is it to be in the Van whilst travelling? Whether if be to cook, eat or sleep? Be honest, how many of you have done it? If so or not, why

If camping at Inskip Point near Gympie in QLD, be aware the burglaries from RVs and tents camping there has become an epidemic. The campers are wanting warning signs erected telling campers and RVers that this area is a HIGH CRIME AREA.Rang my mate back in Glady tonight and he read the article out to me...

Well folks we gogt into the outskirts of Darwin. We are staying at Coolalinga Caravan Park,right on the Stuart Highway and right next to a shopping centre.The only problems here is that there are no concrete slabs for the vans,we are backed tail to tail and its costing us $35 a night.I guess that we shou...

Hi there again - 82 days to go and counting - question this time is about porta loos. Have realised that this may be a necessity :) as we are not travelling in a van! Does anyone know of a good brand that they can recommend - or are they all of a muchness. We have looked at the porta-potti range and they seem...

We were Out and about today around the SW of Yorke Pininsula. Great views and beaches to visit. The highlight was when we pulled up for lunch and there were about 20+ dolphins right in front of us rounding up their lunch. Was a case of right place, right time. Truly blessed. Brian and Cheryl -- Edited by br...

Will I Live to see 80? Here's something to think about. I recently picked a new primary care doctor. After two visits and exhaustive Lab tests, he said I was doing 'fairly well' for my age. (I just turned sixty-something.) A little concerned about that comment, I couldn't resist asking him, 'Do you th...

Kogan are having a sale at the moment - 12v TV 22" - HDMI, USB port, personal video recorder etc. - $139 (plus delivery I presume) - but cheap as!USB InputPersonal Video Recorder12 Volt (Car, Boat, Caravan)Full HD 1080pHDMI$169.00$139.00Save $30.00USB InputPersonal Video Recorder12 Volt...

I heard today that some people have died and others in hospital after drinking home brewed spirits. I have been brewing beer, spirits and a little wine for over 30 years. When I finally hit the road fulltime I would like to at least continue producing my own spirits as I can make a more pure, chemical free...

My wife & I will be heading off to Queensland about this time next year. Can anyone tell what we could expect on our travels? I will be travelling to Cloncurry, Karumba from the Three Ways NT. Then from Karumba to Cairns via Atherton QLD. The main things Im concerned about: is the road bitemised,...