Jurgens Caravans Solaris: Tested and Rated
If I was to mention Jurgens Caravans, a particular style would come to mind: a beige, slightly textured exterior finish, a distinctive shape and woodgrain interior. For many years, this look has served the...
Easter Caravanning Tips
Being on the road full time, we often lose track of times such as Easter, school holidays and public holidays. We freedom-camp at these times as this means we can avoid taking up space...
Knock-Off D035 Couplings Spotted
Cruisemaster, the manufacturer of the D035 offroad coupling, is warning the public to be on the lookout for non-compliant, counterfeit copies of the D035.
The fake D035 couplings that have appeared on the Australian market...
FX2: Forward-Fold Camper by Concept Caravans
Concept Caravans has long been a highly regarded caravan manufacturer. Established in 2004, it didn’t take long before the company became one of Australia’s top five or six van builders.
But it was still somewhat...
Review: EzyTrail Parkes 15
It’s compact. It sleeps four people. It’s an offroader that won’t break the bank. It’s the new Parkes 15 by EzyTrail.
EzyTrail was established 11 years ago with a focus on camper trailers but about...
Weight Distribution Hitch Dilemma
A towed caravan has to be heavier at its front than at its rear. If it is not, it will sway strongly, particularly if towed by a vehicle that is lighter. And as many...
Lionel’s Motorhome Blues
When I started writing this month's column I didn't intend to start by telling you that I'd had an accident in Rutherglen, Vic, and that my motorhome, Yemmy, is at the repair shop! I'd driven...
This Caravan Life
What is it about a caravan that is so appealing? I think I fell in love with them as a child, sitting rugged up in bed listening to my dad reading The Wind in...
Camper Trailers vs Tents
If you’ve ever been camping, you’re probably familiar with tents, whether a $20 A-shaped wonder or a more expensive unit that takes only 30 seconds to set-up. You might have even gotten off the...
Discovery Snaps Up Top Parks
Discovery Parks has acquired the Top Parks brand, creating Australia’s largest network of parks.
Under a new licensing model, Top Parks member parks will remain independently owned but will form part of the growing Discovery...
