3 We Love, 3 We Long For
Here are some places we have found that will hit the sweet spot for every member of the family 1 We Love Archer River Roadhouse Campground, Qld This is a great spot to camp. There is no power, but the…
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Going for Gold
It’s been a while since the last big nugget was unearthed in Nundle, but luckily this little village is a real gem  We’ll bet every ounce of gold we found in Nundle that’ll you will book another night’s stay in…
Going to Lake Argyle? Make Sure you do This
An unmissable experience in the Kimberley If you listen to travellers who know the country well, they will all tell you that a trip to WA’s Kimberley region is something everyone should do at least once in their lifetime. The…
Prestige Road Refresher Non-Spill Travel Water Bowl
If your four-legged fur-kid comes camping or caravanning with you, you’ll know things can get a little messy! The Road Refresher is a non-spill travel bowl that, thanks to its simple yet clever design, can be used on the move…
It’s the beginning of the end for this adventure
Having lost total track of time, and touch with the workaday world, returning to the Tasmanian mainland I was surprised to watch a queue of traffic heading out of Hobart through the little localities of Snug and Margate. Not stalled,…
Never be afraid to meet your heroes. Even if they’re out of town
I watch Rosehaven on the ABC. You should too. It’s one of the best, and funniest Australian shows I have ever seen. They’d better be making a series three. And the ones they have made, some of them they film…
Keep both hands on the wheel. Sure, you’re the captain!
As I coasted along towards Strahan town centre I had a shock. I thought that Tasmania had developed some state of the art road traffic surveillance judging by a text I received. It read: Keep both hands on the wheel…
Another fine mess you’ve gotten me into, Stanley
On the road again with the water leak fixed, it was a run along the coast to Stanley. Not far from the turn off the Bass Highway, at Port Latta, you’re confronted with the most satanic looking building I have…
Tasmanian road builders get paid by the bend…
I heard a joke today that there are only two straight roads in Tasmania and you can land planes on both of them. It’s been indicative of my trip so far, and I reckon anyone’s too who trips to Tasmania…
Why my first Bass Strait crossing was swell
I don’t know why I’d booked such an early flight. I mean, the ship wasn’t due to depart until 19.30; that’s 7.30pm, and here I was with a 4am alarm call. The ship was the Spirit of Tasmania and I…
5 RIPPER BUSH CAMPS
CLICK HERE TO READ THIS STORY IN OUR ONLINE MAGAZINE WORDS JANIE MEDBURY Whether you’re looking for an overnight stop or a proper bush holiday, we’ve picked out some great places where you can pull up and camp 1) Ourimperee Waterhole…
CARAVAN PARKS THREE WE LOVE, THREE WE LONG FOR
Be inspired by these great holiday ideas for 2018… CLICK HERE TO READ THIS STORY IN OUR ONLINE MAGAZINE WORDS JANIE MEDBURY WE LOVE Crystal Creek Caravan Park, Mutarnee, Qld Enjoy the cool, fresh waters of Crystal Creek in Mutarnee,…
WHY YOU WANT THE FLINDERS RANGES AS YOUR BACKYARD
Some people are lucky enough to wake up each morning and look out over the timeless Flinders Ranges. This could be you CLICK HERE TO READ THIS STORY IN OUR ONLINE MAGAZINE WORDS & IMAGES REBECCA HARKIN From mountains that…
5 Ripper Bush Camps
Whether you’re into fishing, bushwalking, swimming or simply relaxing in nature, we’ve got you covered with our latest bush camp picks WORDS Janie Medbury Sturt Bay, SA If you’re willing and self-sufficient enough to go sans facilities – that is,…
THREE WE LOVE, THREE WE LONG FOR
Whether it’s by a sandy beach or in a stunning rural setting, we help you find the perfect caravan park for your summer getaway WORDS Janie Medbury CLICK HERE TO READ THIS STORY IN OUR ONLINE MAGAZINE 1. We Love…
We Bust Our Gums to Bring You This New Gulf
Our intrepid crew leave Lorella Springs and head for the clinic in Borroloola for some unexpected body repairs before heading to King Ash Bay and the stunning Boodjamulla The pain was intense and increasing by the minute. My face had…
What Makes Australia’s Scariest Tourist Attraction
Here’s a hint: it’s among spectacular natural wonders on WA’s great southern coast Western Australia is renowned for its diversity, and our road trip from the Warren National Park to Cape Le Grand National Park provided us with unique experiences…
Get Set For the Big Wet
Ten reasons you should hit the road up north this wet season WORDS & images Monica McInnes Most people avoid travelling through Australia’s north during the summer months. It’s understandable really. It rains – a lot. It’s humid and hot…
