New dinosaur bones discovered in Queensland Outback
The Eromanga Natural History Museum, led by museum director and paleontologist Robyn Mackenzie, have discovered fresh new dinosaur bones in Outback Queensland on the museum’s annual dinosaur dig. The site was initially found by Robyn Mackenzie’s daughter Cindy, daughter-in-law Heidi and…
Victorian COVID outbreak and the Big Red Bash
Organisers of the Birdsville Big Red Bash have announced the event will proceed as planned, and replacement tickets will be offered to Victorian patrons if they are unable to attend as a result of the ongoing COVID issues and border closures.…
Checked your caravan brakes lately? What’s stopping you?
When it comes to pre-holiday safety checks, your caravan’s braking system is usually out of sight and out of mind. Here are 5 simple braking system checks you can perform before you head off on your next trip. As a…
What cheeses me off? Our attitude towards speed limits.
There is no law in this country that compels anyone to drive at or beyond the posted speed limit. So why do so many people bully and harass caravanners who are just doing the right thing? When I’m not writing…
New Product – ATEM Power 300 watt Solar Blanket
The new ATEM Power 300 watt solar blanket from Vicoffroad is an affordable option for travellers with high off-grid power demands. If like me, you do a lot of off-grid caravanning and camping, you’ll know that you can never have…
Essential tips for new users of the Camps Australia Wide App
If you want to get the most from the Camps Australia Wide smartphone application, here are four essential tips to get you started. Camps Australia Wide is an Aussie-owned business that has been producing guides for Aussie travellers since 1992.…
DIY Motorhome Build – MAN Extreme Off-Roader
Building your own motorhome from scratch is going to be a big project. Building a full off-roader makes the task even harder. For Michael O’Leary, doing it while suffering the debilitating effects of a stroke took it to a whole…
New Lazer LED Lights and Mounting Kits to suit new Isuzu D-Max
Not everyone likes to adorn the front of their tow vehicle with a huge bull bar and big LED driving lights. If that sounds like you, and you have a new D-Max, these LED light kits from Lazer might be…
Uniden release X70 and X76 Mini Compact UHF CB Radios
Uniden’s new compact X70 and X76 UHF radios solve your vehicle’s space problem. With the limited amount of space available on the dashboard of most modern tow vehicles, finding a place for the UHF CB radio can be a challenge.…
Austrack Campers Sponsors Leukaemia Support Queensland
Queensland-based Austrack Campers are excited to announce their sponsorship of Leukaemia Support Queensland this week. The contribution will further assist the organisation in their mission of raising awareness in the local community and helping prevent patients from going through the…
5 Door Suzuki Jimny – Specs ‘leaked’
Reports out of India last week suggest a 5 door or long-wheelbase version of the popular Suzuki Jimny will be announced next year and we know how big it will be. Here’s something different. A new vehicle rumour that isn’t…
THE ALL-NEW ISUZU MU-X: COMING SOON
The All-New Isuzu MU-X is coming, with a first look detailing new levels of technology and bold and dynamic design. Ahead of the full Australian reveal in the coming months, the first preview of the highly-anticipated All-New Isuzu MU-X seven-seat…
The Fabulous Flamingo – DC-3 Motorhome Conversion
When it comes to motorhome conversions, an old WWII plane would be the last option on my mind. Not this bloke. He created the Fabulous Flamingo motorhome out of an old DC-3. We get to see some unusual camper conversion…
CyberTruck RV pre-orders hit $50 million
It’s not due to start production until next year and there isn’t even a prototype to check out but pre-orders for the CyberTruck camper have reportedly already hit $50 million. You have to admire the Yanks for their enthusiasm but,…