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Another short drive to Launceston's Cataract Gorge then on th St Leonard's Picnic Grounds for the night. We took the chair lift 457mtrs the central span of 308mtrs is believed to be the greatest single span of any chairlift in the world. The slow ascent and descent allows great photo opportunities, t...

My trip to the IGA Store!... There was a bit of confusion at the IGA store this morning. When I was ready to pay for my purchases of groceries the cashier said, "Strip down, facing me." Making a mental note that I complain to her boss and the IGA franchise people I did just as she had instructed....

We have bit the bullet and booked the Spirit for the 30th April, no plans yet other than Canberra for a couple three days for Aus War Memorial, Tamworth/Armidale to catchup with family, Brisbane to catch up with Family, Tiaro to catch up with mate, head down to SA for a look around the Peninsula's, lot...

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/vintage-RACO-DOUBLE-JAFFLE-IRON-PReSSURE-TOASTER-BAKELITE-HANDLES-camping-/221176138922?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_15&hash=item337f200caa-- Edited by Kingsthorpedavid on Sunday 13th of January 2013 06:25:38 PM

Has anyone got any information on what is happening with Windsor Caravans? The WA agent has ceased trading. The Windsor website is inactive and there are rumours that manufacturing has been taken over by Coromal in WA. I only ask because I have a Windsor still in warranty and of course no one at Windsor...

hi all, what a week with the hot weather? also doing alot with my dad, more and more, he's 89 now. taking him shopping and varous trips here and there,.. Im not complaining though, as I have no idea how long i have left with him He is just so frail now, but in good spirits.. I just do what i can and try to stay i...

Only 30kms to get to Scottsdale but took a detour to Ledgerwood to see the carvings. A row of memorial trees were planted to honour the fallen from the 1st world war but by the early 90s they were considered a hazard to pedestrians and vehicles and ordered to be cut down. After a huge uproar it was decided t...

looking for info on camp free sites approx 50 to 100 K radius of these major towns

I've never heard of a shag dance, so the title had me wondering. Fantastic dancing though! Usually the "female" is featured, but here the "young man" steals the show- his legs are like liquid magic. And, bless her heart, she lets him shine.He's 17 and she's only 15. But toget...

Just joined the forum in the last couple of days so thought I would show you my pride and joy. It was a busy winter!!! It was a tradies trailer and I have put a kitchen in the passenger side and all my tools in the drivers side(hoping to pick up some work on the road) Everything folds away. There is a gas hot w...

as well just notice that power point with normal lead does not fit into winnebago esperance 2008 how can i over come this please

I just discovered that there must still be a gremlin. When I click on 'The Grey Nomads - General Forum' - it shows that I haven't logged in. As soon as I click on a thread and that opens, it shows I am logged in. Anyone else having this problem?? I had to go to Search to find this post again as it had disappear...

ok i am a rookie on this and learning ok, have power on, but cant get air con working in a esperance 2008 winnebago, also cant work out the dvd player as cant get dvd in but says err, need help thanks

Does anybody know of Norm? Travels SE Qld free overnighters. Has a motor home body mounted on the back of a truck. Has satelitte dish and email. Has a Cobb cooker. I met him 3 years ago at Thornton Centenary Park near Laidley (camp 612 Camps 5). Woud like to catch up with him again for a yarn. KD

Hi forum members; Happy to be a member of the forum, have been visiting the forum for some time now so thought it time I joined. We have been travelling around this great country on and off for about 20 years now and still not tiring of it as there is a lot more to see. Van: 7/2012 build. Jayco Discovery Pop To...

Report from The Australian, Saturday: IT'S cheaper for families to holiday at a resort in Bali over summer than to camp at the beach. Soaring fees are pricing the traditional beach camping holiday out of the reach of ordinary families and one NSW National Park is charging a group of family campers nea...

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Hi folks, We are the lucky owners of a Mercedes Sprinter motorhome and are planning to hit the "wallaby track" around late April this year. There's a heap of tidying up to be done in preparation to departing from Hobart and amongst the jobs is the selection of a suitable "Drive Away T...

Almost at the point of buying caravan.... The question is tho, will just a grill and stove top do it? I really enjoy throwing a batch of scones in the oven, making bread and muffins. Still plan to do that on the road. Guess that isn't going to be possible with just a grill! Those selling vans with just a gr...

Not nominated in any of the camping guides but St Leonards Picnic Area close to Launceston is very handy for visitors to Launceston. Jules found out about it yesterday after talking to some locals visiting Lilydale. There is a dump point, free barbeque facilities and a toilet block. The camping is on...