Birdsville races

History of the Birdsville Races!

The countdown to the historic 140th anniversary of the Birdsville Races is on. The ‘Melbourne Cup of the Outback’ will return to the tiny desert town on the edge of the Simpson Desert on...
pacific caravans

Caravan Review: Pacific Pathfinder 17ft

Big caravans have their place and I always appreciate the living space they offer. However, single-axle rigs, about 18ft in body length, are my preference. They’re lighter, a little easier to tow, and when...
RVsecure

Review: RVsecure PlatinumX RV Alarm System

There are plenty of reasons to consider an alarm system for your caravan. After all, your house probably has an alarm, so why not your house on wheels? A new Australian-made product has hit the...
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Review: Isuzu D-MAX LS-U+

I’ll be honest: I have always wanted a ute. When it was time to buy a new 4WD a few years ago, I had my eye firmly on the D-MAX. However, with a young...
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Review: Windsor Genesis 1960 RD Caravan

Just a tad west of the Queensland capital, the Brisbane Valley is somewhat of a local secret. At its heart, Lake Wivenhoe is a huge lure that is sure to hook the attention of...
free-camping

Free-Camping Guide

When you arrive a caravan park, you’re usually handed a map which often includes a list of rules. In other words, you know upfront what you can do and what you can’t. And if...
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Review: ReverseMate

Reversing a caravan safely and accurately is an art as much as it is a learned skill. After years of caravanning, I like to think I can thread almost any needle when backing up....
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Caravan Review: Regal Access Van

Touring Australia should be possible by everyone, regardless of their station in life. Over the years, some caravan manufacturers have customised wheelchair-friendly vans, allowing people in wheelchairs to enjoy the same lifestyle able-bodied people...
Broome

Broome Vs Kununurra!

Planning a trip to the Kimberley but unsure whether Broome or Kununurra is more suited to your travel style? We compare these two popular tourist towns to work out which one you should add...
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Caravan Review: Goldstream RV 1500 Remote

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, when it’s time to go offroad, nothing quite beats a compact caravan. Others will disagree, sure, but if you’ve ever found yourself at a dead...