Your (unofficial) snake awareness guide
Well the weather is warming up and we are starting to think about heading back into the bush. Some of us don’t care about the weather and are happy to ‘hardcore’ camp all year as it provides great stories of…
Increased redress for owners of lemon vehicles on the horizon
Choice has been instrumental in bringing lacking lemon laws to the attention of Consumer Affairs Ministers, with the help of many horror stories from the public. These stories, involving various manufacturers from the caravan and automotive industries and others have…
Piranha Midi Fuse Kit
If you own a Toyota 79 Series, HiLux or Fortuner (2015+ models), this handy kit will allow you to add an additional fuse to power a fused connected to run pretty much anything. The mounting kit sits neatly in the…
The Hitch Pro
We all know the pain of kicking a tow hitch – it makes treading barefoot on Lego seem almost pleasant in comparison. It’s not just a nuisance though – for kids and the elderly in particular, accidental run-ins with…
Terrain Tamer Parabolic Leaf Springs
If your LandCruiser 70 Series is ready for a suspension upgrade, you’ll be happy to hear about Terrain Tamer’s new Parabolic Leaf Springs, which promise to deliver a comfy and quiet ride whether your vehicle is empty or packed full…
Thermos Lunch Lugger
Ideal for anything from family picnics to extended camping trips, the new Lunch Lugger from Thermos will do exactly that – lug your lunch around, while keeping it fresh for hours thanks to its thick insulating walls. You can fit…
Camec Slim AGM Battery
Camec have recently released their AGM Deep Cycle 12V – 120Ah Slim Battery, weighing in at a reasonable 31kg. The front terminals make installation and maintenance pretty straightforward. The shield design protects terminals from short circuit, while the unique vent…
Caravan Parks for our pets: 3 we love, 3 we long for
Craving a getaway but don’t want to leave your best four-legged friends behind? Check out these pet friendly holiday parks Riverbend Caravan Park, Renmark, SA As the name denotes, this caravan park is a relaxing riverside retreat, ideal for ‘vanners…
Safe towing tips: So you think you can tow?
So you think you can tow? For our safe towing tips, read this before you take off on your next RV adventure … We all want to think we are safe when we’re towing our caravan to that next holiday…
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…
Dometic CFF45
Now, if there’s one bit of camping equipment you really can’t go without, it’s a portable fridge. Dometic has introduced the CFF45 to its CFX portable fridge/freezer range. It offers spacious storage with its 43.5-litre capacity, along with excellent insulation…
Direction Plus PreLine-Plus PL150
Unfortunately, it’s not uncommon for water to make its way into your diesel tank, thanks to extreme weather conditions and poor fuel quality. The Direction Plus PreLine-Plus PL150 is pre-filter kit that promises to protect your engine against water and…
Austrack on track in Melbourne
Austrack Campers based in Caboolture, Queensland, have opened a new outlet in Melbourne under the management of Scott Miller. Scott is excited to be heading up the showroom in Campbellfield and is looking forward to putting Austrack Campers on the map…
October 2018: What’s on around Australia
From outdoor expos and festivals to a lakeside fun run, there’s plenty of events on to keep you out and about this month. Southern Highlands Outdoor Recreation & Adventure Show Illawarra, NSW, November 9-11, 2018 Make your way down to…
