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I have just bought myself an upgraded laptop to replace my 5 year old toshiba. I got it for $405 from Harvey Norman, and was told it was in stock and would be couriered on Monday. The townsville store rang tuesday saying they didn,t have one in stock, after I was told they had one.One was in AYR, and would b...

My daughter & I was standing by the camper last night when we could see something aglow, checking it out we spotted a led light inside beside the front wheel. It turned out to be the follow that fixed petrol tank. I will take it back next time I am in Tat. Strange thing to happen. Has anyone else got a str...

I love some time to myself and I guess that is a big part of why I love being retired and the ability to travel around in our own recreational vehicle is a huge bonus. Most mornings I am up with the birds in that pre dawn time. I generally treasure this time. I always have, even when the kids were little. I love...

This idear has proberly been mentioned before but here goes ,I have put up on the roof of my van the registration number of the van in big black stick on letters and numbers, same as the boats have on them,a thief in a hurray would not think about looking on the roof,but nice Mr Policeman in a helicopter whe...

We have decided not to get a cover for our van but we would like to be able to protect the tyres of the van from the sun while it is not inuse. Any ideas ? Nisey -- Edited by Nisey272 on Monday 1st of April 2013 03:52:40 PM

Has anyone out thereÂ towed withÂ Nissan X Trail 2.5L petrol? Ours is 2 years old and in good nick.Â We are heading off in June with our new Coromal Transforma MT45Â pop top. Homer is a bit worried that the Nissan may not have the power to tow the van. The tare of the van is 1170 and overall length is 6110m...

Will you be travelling near the Coral Coast, WA at the end of April? Would you like to take part in a new documentary series? The makers of a new series called "Coast Australia" (based on a popular BBC series) are looking for grey nomad volunteers. The premise of ‘Coast’ is to explore the Coast and loo...

I know that I live in a much colder climate as I live in Scotland but I found out the following. I have a 3 way Dometic RM 4721 l which is in my Coachman 4 berth twin axle van. The install is typical of most installs and I shall say it is "adequate" not outstanding. My van and fridge are now 11 years ol...

I read that LED lights do not attract insects because they do not emit UV light. Can anyone confirm this in real life ?

In case of a brake down or what ever else that may pop it's unexpectted head out at us when we are travelling ..I carry A Hi Vis Vest in the clove box of the car (can get them from any one of those cheap shops ).Also carry a collapsible reflective triangle, both items are light so no hassle re weight.In some p...

Getting ready to drive adelaide, Coolgardie, Yanchep, Broome, Tennant Creek, Mt Isa, Roma, Toowomba hence into Brisbane by myself. Family members are concerned about safety at free roadside camps. Has anyone had trouble at any on the abouve route? Any hints, advice will be appreciated.

When we were away recently, we dutifully sent 2 letters to each of our mothers. The 2 mums live in the same town, a block from each other. The first letters were sent from a mailbox in the street in Gooloogong. One Mum got hers in a few days, the other Mum got hers yesterday - it was dated 16th March and she g...

Hi to everyone. Sitting in the New Levin Library using their internet for free. This is the town I was born in, and lived all my life in until I moved to Aus. Very nostalgic being in this building as only built last year but full of history, great to see so many old photos of the town and surrounding district...

We went to see the Ellen show in Melbourne. have posted a photo. huge crowd. got given a hat and a swisse goody bag. lined up at 7am and we were number 1330 and 1000 had already been let into the grounds. Did anyone else go? -- Edited by the rocket on Monday 1st of April 2013 07:23:44 PM

I have scones in the camp oven is a lovely day here. Drop in for morning tea Dawa

Just arrived here. Unfortunately there is no campground closed sign before you drive down to what used to be the campground. WOW What a massive track that river made through what used to be the campground in the recent floods. Of course being overseas & missing all that we didn't know or think t...

I have been here at Greens Lake for a week with the best bunch of people, every day has been busy which helps the time go so fast, lots of laughs & smiles here. Young Jack came to our happy hour last night, the youngest person ever. Met Sue & Keven, now Grey nomads, will keep that chatting up for sure...

Does anyone know of a dog friendly caravan park in Hervey Bay I am after one that will let me take my little foxy into a cabin as I have not got a van as yet? We are just practising ;)

http://www.juneecaravanpark.com.au/ We've been staying in Junee Tourist Park. Very friendly, extremely clean, all the mod cons, close to town, shady well grassed sites, reasonable rates, pets allowed and very helpful with info to all the town facilities and tourist spots. I highly recommend t...

Apparently the new pope is having problems setting up his bank details for his wages. There is a problem with his paypal account.