Category RV

Terra Trek Prototype

Why the borrowed camper became the bought one Hubby and I were planning a once-in-a-lifetime road trip with our 10-year-old son. We were heading to the Red Centre and keen to get off the beaten track. We decided to do…

Avida Birdsville Refresh

Old name on a new van but do the numbers stack up on this six-berth offering? When asked if I wanted to test the new Avida Birdsville, I wasn’t expecting a first-run prototype. The Birdsville is now in production, it’s…

Looking for an Escape Van for the Family?

Regardless of which theme fits your family dynamics best, this van can certainly help with accommodating up to four kids for an adventure! One of the greatest pleasures in my life has been travelling with my three cherubs around this…

Bowel Cancer Australia’s Big Bowel Tour

Keep your eyes peeled and your ears open, because one of the most unusual, fun and interesting educational exhibits is about to make an appearance at a location near you. Bowel Cancer Australia’s (incorporating the Bowel Cancer Foundation) latest initiative,…

FREE Safety Inspections for caravans and RVs!

The Caravan Trade Industry Association of Victoria and Everything Caravan & Camping have announced a joint initiative. The inaugural free safety inspection days will be held at the upcoming Melbourne Leisurefest on Wednesday 4 and Thursday October 5 at Sandown…

Find out Why This Bolwell Camper is on the Edge

As reviews go, this one came about personally. I was wandering around the Penrith 4WD and Adventure Show last September and I stopped to investigate the Bolwell RV Edge. I liked it. I wasn’t approached by marketers or ad managers.…

Does a Van Conversion Motorhome Appeal

Horizon Melaleuca adds appeal to its name Horizon Motorhomes is the only dedicated, volume manufacturer of van conversion motorhomes in Australia. Based in Ballina on the NSW Far North Coast, the company is well known for its quality work and…

Jurgens Jindabyne: Fancy a Bunk Up?

There is one key feature that is required in a family van and that’s beds. Bunk beds specifically need to be functional and have enough space for young bodies to grow. Jurgens Caravans has tried to address both these ideas…

The Nipper

With an GTM of 750kg this entry-level Teardrop Camper is perfect for that quick getaway So many people love the idea of hitching up and heading out to explore this amazing backyard of ours. Once you start your investigation and…

Mountain Trail has Fused Caravan, Camper and Luxury Apartment into one Hybrid Hero

You want to escape the rat race to camp remote, but you don’t want a camper-trailer with canvas. You want to retain life’s luxuries but just can’t fit them all into a smaller caravan. You want to have your cake…

JB Dirt Road Extreme, Looking for a Rock and Hard Place

JB revealed the Dirt Road Xtreme at the Melbourne show early this year, adding to a range that is expanding as rapidly and broadly as its dealer network. Right from the company’s inception, JB has stated a desire to be…

Reader’s Rigs – A Five-Year Plan

It has been five years since Andy and Gabbie Nottle covered the eastern side of Australia, do they finally have the right set-up to take on Australia’s west? Andy and Gabbie live for their weekend escapes in their 2015 Toyota…

To Meet your Nemesis is Usually a bad Thing…Not With This van

This Galaxy Nemesis is rugged and good looking with plenty of hidden attributes as well!Words & images Mark Allen Having a good strong mate, buddy or friend tagging along while travelling our great brown land provides security, companionship and safety…