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The ANT AND THE GRASSHOPPER This one is a little different .......TwoDifferent Versions ...... There are Different Morals OLD VERSION: The ant works hard in the withering heat all summer long, building his house and laying up supplies for the winter. The grasshopper thinks the ant is a fool and laug...

As the day draws closer to retirement my wife suggested we look into a new / newish 4 x 4 and we are looking at the chellenger. We have a Pajero 93 model with petrol but we are looking at diesal this time and something that not as big Any Ideas ??? Regards Brian

I was wondering about getting some work about the place Tractor driving or similar a job i have done since i was 16 , today i got told i was to old to drive by an employment out fit in VIC , but it was ok if i could go and do heavy work that thy cant get young ones to handle,GOD HELP US And Julia wants us to work till...

I was in th bank today , very short line , I overheard this . Woman saying to teller "yestday I get 2 hunat dolla for yen , tday only 180 dolla , y" The teller replies "fluctuations" To which th woman replies "fluct you white people too" Richo

Hi, Can anyone tell me if they have had a chip put in their 4x4? If so what was the result ? Also where did they get it from and how much?We have seen one advirtised in the Uk and with postage works out about $700,was hoping if we could get one cheaper here in Aus. Jilly

Today I meet MA she was at the same caravan park and saw our sticker she said to say hello

Just spent the long weekend in Metung, Bairnsdale and surrounds. The floods (although not as bad as up North) have caused some drama. East 'Gippy' is a low lying area built on and around the myriad of lakes and rivers. Many roads, although now clear of water, have had the tarmac lifted in sections a...

Just stayed at Lake Benaree which is east of Mildura on the Sturt Highway Camps 6 No 874 NSW Great spot. Overlooks the lake. Plenty of room for big rigs and a 'flushing' toilet! Enjoyed 3 nights there. No fee.

Planning to do the Oodnatta Track later this month. Any one out there who is looking for a slow trip, we are happy to travel with them....

How good is this I am camped at a free spot on the Norman River at Normanton with internet access right here whilst I am camping. This is the first time for months, I have had to persue the internet via internet cafe's and by parking in towns hoping for some access. The chance of me leaving the East Coast and...

I am thinking of buying a Genquip Generator 200w Has any body got this brand I would like to know if they are happy with it. Dusty

hi all can any body tell me if insurance will cover hot water systems for mine has sprung a leak and flooded the van looks like it has eaten away inside cheers snap ps.help needed quick

Hi every one as you can see we are happy campers. we are leaving in 2 weeks for Broome with a stop at Derby for a week, 6 nights at Broome and a week at Barn Hill. then we will come back south and come across the Nullarbor to Sydney. Coming down we are tossing between the coast or inland. we would like to see Mar...

After having a look at Goldsborough National Park I carried on south with a view to getting to a free camp south of Tully but the signpost for Mission Beach caught my eye and I remembered hearing so much about it as the jumping off ground to Dunk Island. Unfortunately Dunk was ruined by a cyclone and the re...

Hi, I am wondering if anyone has experience with large 5th wheelers. Since being to the Brisbane show I find that my wife and I are talking a lot about this option. We have looked at the Cruiser brand from Gympie (imported from the US) which is 10m long plus the tug and 4m high. We also like the Spinifex ca...

An old prospector shuffled into the town of El Indio, Texas leading a tired old mule. The old man headed straight for the only saloon in town, to clear his parched throat. He walked up to the saloon and tied his old mule to the hitch rail. As he stood there, brushing some of the dust from his face and clothe...

Charlie is heading down and was wondering if anyone else might be about that time? Tess on behalf of Cheryl.

Charlie and I are travelling together around Kakadu, at Cooinda at the moment and would love to catch up with any Nomads who happen to be around. We are having a wonderful time. It is spectacular up here and the weather is perfect. PM me a number if you are and I'll give a call if your in range otherwise let u...

Hello all left Moeven this morning after staying at the free camp($5 night),which was packed and a bit boggy in some places. Have arrivede at Longreach free camp and it is also packed. have not met any nomads at present but will keep looking, heading for winton tomorrow then Mt Isa Ken

Sometimes it really is a bit annoying when you make a comment on topics and you get no acknowledgement of your thoughts at all, mainly from the person who made the OP, there are some great people here who always make a point of letting you know that they have read what you have written, but there are others...