Travelling with Dogs: 5 Simple Rules
They are your best friend at home, so why not when you’re on the road?
I am, of course, referring to dogs. Or a pet of any species. But when it comes to RVing with...
In Defence of Caravanners
If you’re anything like me, you’re sick of certain parts of the media bleating about ‘bloody caravanners’.
The star of one particular truck driver rose recently following his inflammatory comments on a website dedicated to...
Tow Vehicles and Best-Sellers
BOOKS I'VE WRITTEN
My wife, Vi, was in hospital at Esk, Qld, and I was at a loose end between visits to the hospital, so I started writing down all the things I could think...
Now For More Motorhome Trouble
I'm glad I didn't write this yesterday! Everything was good then. As regular readers would know, my motorhome has had major mechanical problems. The repairer in Queensland botched the differential replacement, and I had...
Avoid Breakages in Your RV
As much as we try to eliminate travelling with fragile items, there are times when it just can’t be avoided. Here are a few hacks we use for some everyday items stored in our...
Dual-Cab Dilemma
For the last five years, the general motoring and RV media has talked about the unrealistic towing capacities of dual-cab utes available on the Australian market. Principally, we’ve been critical of the claimed 3500kg...
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...
Three Tips For a Better Caravan Trip!
When it comes to the appeal of caravanning, the open road and freedom of exploration are just the beginning. Yet, the cost of caravanning life can add up quickly, from park fees to essential...
D-Shackles Hoax Raises Head. Confusion Reigns
An image of a poster claiming new D-shackles regulations are now in force has been causing confusion on social media. Again.
The poster – a hoax dating back to 2014 but which has recently resurfaced...
Guide: Planning the Big Lap
Your dream is about to come true: that longed-for lap around Australia is within reach. But before you hit the dirt, there is planning to do. Regardless of how much time you’ll have on...
