More options for Mahindra Pik-Up
Now nine choices for the budget-friendly Indian Mahindra has given its Pik-Up utes a shake-up, increasing the range of available variants out to nine. It’s still all about basic set-ups and spartan interiors, made appealing with low prices. And now…
Ultimate Campers in Voluntary Administration
In news just to hand, Ultimate Campers, based in North Moruya NSW, has gone into voluntary administration. The business will be assessed as to its ongoing viability to run as a company. This will be a cruel blow to the Australian…
We are all on a power trip
As I write this editorial, power is the hottest topic in town; that town being Canberra. Before I raise my internal temperature on that topic, I shall switch to another form of power: 12-volt. Let’s see, 12-volt power is the…
Fraser Fruit Cobbler
An easy tropical dessert that the family will love Ingredients Method
Aussie long-player Millard buys a new coat
A composite smooth body construction marks a change in the Toura range Millard is one of Australia’s oldest caravan brands and the company has started to reinvigorate its models, such as the Toura, with the option of a smoother cladding…
Gold in WA: A Treasure Hunters’ Guide
Never mind Pokémon Go, this is a much more rewarding way to explore the outdoors! Prospecting in Australia is defined as searching for metals and minerals. Chasing a metal or gold detector across the ground is included in this definition,…
September 2018: Three we love, three we long for
With winter coming to an end, it’s time to decide on your spring holiday destination … here are some great selections to get you on your way Bargara Beach Caravan Park, Qld Itching to escape to the beach? We’ve got…
2019 Ford Everest Driven and reviewed
New driveline and plenty more tech for the refreshed Ford wagon After selling 4607 units and over 12,500 units to date since it turned up in 2015, Ford’s Everest has carved out a decently-sized slice of 4X4 wagon pie. Ford…
September 2018: 5 ripper bush camps
Warmer weather is on the way, so it’s time to dust off the camping gear and start planning your next adventure Burbie Camp, NSW Burbie Camp in Warrumbungle National Park is the perfect place to kick-off your springtime travels. Wildflowers…
Power on the go
From solar panels to gennies, here are the best ways to keep your 12V gear running when you hit the road Your tug is sorted for remote area travel with all manner of recovery and protection gear, and your van…
Don’t be afraid to meet your heroes
Chance would’ve been a fine thing! Geeveston’s only letdown was the TV stars were out of town Rosehaven, on the ABC, is one of the most well-crafted and funniest Australian shows I’ve ever seen. Some of the episodes are filmed…
Podcast: Could you walk away from your ‘normal’ life and business?
We meet camp hosts John and Liz Francis who did just that! A while ago, my wife and I were sitting around a campfire with some old friends; they were reminiscing about a time when they were camp hosts at…
Mercedes X-Class V6 specs & pricing
V6 power and full-time 4WD for the Navara-based Benz Joining the 2.3-litre four-cylinder powered X-Class ute will soon be a more powerful and more expensive Mercedes-Benz option. It’s called the X350d, and will most importantly sport a Mercedes-Benz-sourced engine and…
Two for this Tango to tour in comfort
Tango Caravans believes in offering quality vans at very affordable prices, so is the pricing and spec level of this Escape music to your ears? The Tango, a dance of passion, was created in the 1880s in the Río de…