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CAN'T beat aKiwi!! AKiwi and an Aussie entered a chocolate shop As they were busy looking around, the Aussiestole 3 chocolate bars. As they left the store, the Aussie said to theKiwi "Man, I'm the best thief, I stole 3 chocolate bars and no one saw me. You can't beat that. " TheKiwi repl...

Be very careful coming through Biggenden on the Maryborough to the Isis Hwy. The corner just outside J & J Motors (RACQ). A vehicle lost its caravan there this morning. There is quite a dip as you enter the intersection. I have seen cars bottom out in it. Was walking over to Aus Post at the time, heard...

I walked into a pub and said to the barman, "XXXX please mate." He said, "Are you 18?" I said, "No." He said, "I can't serve you then." As I walked out I thought to myself, "This is the fourth pub - what does a 22 year old have to do to get a beer round here?...

Never having driven a turbo diesel van before, is there much difference between driving these and a petrol van? Also what are the main things to know or remember with servicing/maintenance of diesel turbo engines? Any feedback or advice appreciated Vic -- Edited by Duh on Monday 11th of March 2013 09...

Well, getting myself organised to head off for a week in an MH by myself to see if I can hack this lifestyle. I am being kicked out of home so to speak as the painters will be in, so decided to bite the bullet and head off. I have no idea where to except I start out from Melbourne and end up back there. I know I can h...

How do you stop emails being receved AFTER you initially requested them for a topic ???? Getting too many emails. Thanks in anticipation Baz

Hi all Was thinking about a trip out to Lightning Ridge was told by one information Centre that it was a bit rough, but other people say it's not bad can any one shed some light on the subject, Caravan Parks, Free Camping etc. Thanks. John

Glad there was a discussion about snakes the other day on this forum. Never seen one before today. Went to Mt. Mee north of Brisbane. The smell of the wet forest is very enchanting.

Secrets to a Happy Marriage 1. It is important to find a woman that cooks and cleans. 2. It is important to find a woman that makes good money. 3. It is important to find a woman that likes to have sex. and MOST important... 4. It is important that these three women never meet

I have read other posts about dash cameras and have looked at several on ebay etc. Some reviews indicate that quality of pics is not good on some cameras. I have just looked at one from Jaycar ($199) and was hoping someone on here has one and can report on quality, please.ThanksPatto.

Got a surprise when I opened the "Start a new topic" window... my post of 6 weeks ago was still there! Does this happen for anybody else? Having deleted it, all seems well.

I expect that there are lots of ex-PMG/Telecom/Telstra employees amongst The Grey Nomad Community. For them it seems that the company has not completely forgotten you & has belatedly established a "Telstra Alumni". Amongst its offerings is a 10% discount on many Telstra bills. li...

Hi my name is Vi and my hubby is Chris. We have a 2008 Prado and a new Sportscruiser caravan. We've taken some big trips with a camper trailer but decided to make it a little easier on ourselves with a caravan. As soon as i figure out how to post a pic I'll put one up.

Howdyeeee Nomads,, Nutters,Greeting and Salutation all you excited free thinkers,,,, Billeeeeeeeeee -- Edited by billeeeeeee on Tuesday 5th of March 2013 05:50:19 PM

Hi All Had a lot of bad weather in my area so decided to pull out the van awning to dry out only to find mould. Tried a few things to remove it without success, any suggestions. Thanks to all in advance John.

Saw a recipe for fish cakes which included Super Sprouts lemon powder. Never heard of it. Ring any bells? Supermarket queries have been fruitless. Cheers, Tony

Love your avatar judy we wont miss u on the road hope its RTA approved

Cracked me up!!

After many years with our faithful campervan we upgraded to a short wheelbase Coaster only to recieve a shock with it's fuel consumption, 17 litres per 100 k's. That is 5.8 kilometers to a litre of fuel, and this was travelling on the new Pacific Highway north of Taree staying around 90 k's per hour. I...

Been looking around for a camper van such as the earlier Jayco Finch and owl and even the hard floor cubs, and I cant believe how much these are being sold for if in good condition, I am talking early to mid eighties, makes ones 4 to 5 years old not all the expensive, does anyone no why the early ones are so dea...