
Watermelons, Snakes, Nipples n’ Box Jellyfish!
Yep, read it here first… the latest way to measure solar panels… what the! It’s the 21st century. Almost everything relies on electronic power of some sort – mostly 12-volt when you are removed from mains power. We tend to…

Welcome Conquest!
Forget the Normans, Jayco’s Conquest is one you won’t want to run away from…By Richard Robertson In the battle for Australian RV market supremacy, Jayco is the undoubted victor. Something like half of all new caravans sold in Australia bear…

We’re Hanging out the ‘Help Wanted’ Sign
Almost 20 years ago the above headline appeared on the editorial page of a certain editor named Pat, then quite a young fella at the helm of a ground-breaking four-wheel drive mag. He was looking to fill a couple of…

What a load of rubbish!
When ‘leaving it all behind’ can mean very different things Words and Images Melinda Uys A few times a year the country waits, collective RVing breath held as the most exciting thing to hit our junk mailbox for the past…

What Makes a Happy Camper?
Let’s Go Caravan and Camping has launched a new series featuring a diverse range of Aussies who share their very special happy camper stories. The series, called Happy Campers, delves into the personal stories of a range of people who…

What do do When You’ve Reached the end of the Towed
Maybe it’s time to embrace the safety, convenience and ease of motorhoming Australia has always been a caravanning nation. It’s a tradition that traces its roots to the boom times of post WWII suburbia, when car ownership really took off.…

What the beep?!
Call me old fashioned, call me a bit of a dinosaur, but I have to have a little rant about all the beeps in my world. It would seem that everything beeps at me these days – the toaster lets…

What your towball weight will cost you
You may know what your maximum towball number is – but do you use it when you check your overall weight? Read on to find out what your towball weight will cost you. There’s constant debate about the maximum towing…

What’s a Beech worth?
Quite a lot! Beechworth and Bright turn on their amazing Victorian charm for our adventure in a Crusader Prince.By Andrew Kennedy You’re supposed to make the last paragraph the one where you say, ‘this area is fantastic and I highly…

What’s one of the Most Important RV Purchases you will Make?
It’s your trailer coupling – here’s your guide to make an informed decision The coupling is the vital link between your vehicle and your RV. There’s a plethora of coupling options available but whether the hitch suits the RV is…

What’s inside caravan composite sandwich panels?
Just like an edible sandwich, a sandwich panel used in building caravans can have different fillings. What’s inside a caravan composite sandwich panel and what can they do for you? Chances are you’ve heard the terms composite used in discussions…

What’s on in August?
It's the last month of winter for the year and as always, we have another exciting lineup of things you can enjoy across August.

What’s your tyre trying to tell you?
Don’t ignore the tiny messages on your rubber’s sidewall – your tyre will love you for it! By Colin Young, Caravan Council of Australia All tyre and rim combinations – for both motor vehicles and towables – must be as…

When a Van is A-Rocking?
Our tips for romance on the road WORDS & images Mandy Farabegoli This has to be one of the most important questions for parents travelling with young’uns, and one that I’m sure many of you want to know the answer…




