The Grey Nomads - General

dazren · dazren

Well after 6-8 months of looking i have finally bought the new van, It was a very confusing time, and i feel a great sense of relief, that i do not have to look at any more bl--dy vans, the weekends are mine again 'whoopee' The van i decided on is a 18'6'' Lotus Sprint with full rear ensuite, and all the other...

ozjohn · ozjohn

How many more vanners have to die or be maimed before the authorities act? Almost everyday on various Forums or in newspapers I read of another tragic caravan accident. I feel that it maybe time (Maybe overdue) to introduce driver education/profiency testing together with licence endorcement tog...

milo · milo

Dad and I are in Adelaide,had a couple great days at our cousins caravan park in Meningie, now at Adelaide shores cp till wednesday.. Was such a good run into adelaide thismorning bar the weather was off n on heavy rain,,, still not sure whats up with our fridge,or with our inhouse battery indicator lig...

Hylda&Jon · Hylda&Jon

Hi Peoples! We are in Childers at the moment helping a couple look after 3 very lively pre-teen kids while there dads away working for a week at a time. The mom works full time & is also on call at any time so is rather stressed & often not home, sometimes the job can be full on. We're finally on our wa...

kandagal · kandagal

Yesterday we drove in the Suzuki to Melbourne to visit an old friend. He is 97 years old & blind but he completely looks after his wife who is 90 & has full blown alzheimers. The only help he has is a cleaner comes in once a week & he has meals on wheels 3 days a week. He could probably get a lot mo...

kandagal · kandagal

I should have mentioned (for those who don't know) this camp ground is near Elmore, Vic

kandagal · kandagal

We are leaving here tomorrow on our way north. Spent a week here at Avoka Farm Stay & it's been a great spot. Such friendly people. Even let me win when playing cards. Lots of animals to see & feed. If you're coming this way I can recommend it.

Bent Axle Bob · Bent Axle Bob

..enjoying a fabulous day in Onslow. Nicely warm, and not humid. The midgies are a minor pest, but the old aerogard keeps them at bay for a whileC/Park 50 meteres from the waters edge, with views out to Thevenard and the gas/oil rigs. Impressive flares at night.. Have spent most of the time free camping...

justcruisin01 · justcruisin01

Chambers of the Black Hand. www.blackopalsaustralia.com We done this tour today, It will just blow your mind. If you are ever in Lighting Ridge dont leave without seeing this. Walk among 14 years of one mans passion, Dinosaurs, 10ft high Budda, Angels, Jungle Cats,Super hero's & Egyptian Cham...

jeannette · jeannette

Hello fellow travellers, Finally made decisions, unbelievable, I was thinking this would never happen lol. Rick did major research into the vehicle. If you remember previous postings we needed something we could put the big FJR Yamaha motor bike in or on. We test drove many and researched reviews o...

Vic · Vic

Just heard from a contact in the RV industry that Western Caravans in WA have gone broke, nothing on their website so can't veryify that, don't know anymore about it at the moment. Their vans are sold along with other makes by a major WA caravan retailer, but made by Western in WA.

Patto44 · Patto44

We are moving on from Berri SA on Sunday and will stay at Mildura (Buronga Riverside Park) for a few days. Is anyone else in this area that may like to have morning tea??????? Cheers Patto

Ma · Ma

Was in the Chinchilla Tourist Info Office this morning and couldn't help but overhear some people chatting with the bloke behind the counter. They spent last night at Chinchilla Weir and they said there were about 40 other vans there as well and that there were too many people there for their liking. T...

Happywanderer · Happywanderer

Can't afford it. Called into Bridgestone to ask the correct presssure for my tyres as had so much conflicting information. Turns out to be 36 by the way. Only to find out I need to replace my rear tyres.. He said best you don't go too far out of town without replacing them. So after renewing the rego this...

Benwerrin · Benwerrin

Was told this at the Penrith show and the bloke was from QLD and was not a caraven salesperson. Is this true?

Pejay · Pejay

Many moons ago ....... back as far as the mid 50's we used to travel the Putty road north-west of Sydney, from Windsor to Singleton, when it was dirt. Over the years, it was tarred but still a rotten road to travel - heaven knows how much of it I walked with car sickness, my dad used to get out and we would walk...

Dave83 · Dave83

This week has been spent putting the finishing touches on Felicia. She has been polished, primped and prepped for her special party being held on Saturday. It's not too late to RSVP if you want to come along in Brisbane this Saturday afternoon. All are welcome and there are a couple of forumites alre...

Patto44 · Patto44

We finally got away again for a short trip ( 3 weeks) and are at Berri SA. Cosidering going home via Broken Hill but not sure of 'safe' stopping points on the way. Anone stayed at Cobar or Nyngan recently and what is your opinion of the parks there?? Would not stay at Wilcannia for obvious reasons, but not s...

Technomad · Technomad

Caravan parks here in Kalgoorlie have been very busy and quite often full. to avoid disapoitment why not ring ahead and get a feel of the situation. We hate turning away, especially the elderly, there is a limit. This suggestion can apply anywhere on the circuit but moreso in the regional areas. Enjoy...

Pejay · Pejay

Our daughter sent us the attahed photo today after receiving the bag of goodies we sent up that were purchased during our recent Tassie trip - gotta love my little devil!!!

Topic		Started By	Replies	Views	Last Post
	New Van, (Preview) Well after 6-8 months of looking i have finally bought the new van, It was a very confusing time, and i feel a great sense of relief, that i do not have to look at any more bl--dy vans, the weekends are mine again 'whoopee' The van i decided on is a 18'6'' Lotus Sprint with full rear ensuite, and all the other...	dazren	8	932	05:10 PM Sep 11, 2011 by 2weis
	Education for our protection (Preview) How many more vanners have to die or be maimed before the authorities act? Almost everyday on various Forums or in newspapers I read of another tragic caravan accident. I feel that it maybe time (Maybe overdue) to introduce driver education/profiency testing together with licence endorcement tog...	ozjohn	19	1665	05:06 PM Sep 11, 2011 by ozjohn
	In adelaide (Preview) Dad and I are in Adelaide,had a couple great days at our cousins caravan park in Meningie, now at Adelaide shores cp till wednesday.. Was such a good run into adelaide thismorning bar the weather was off n on heavy rain,,, still not sure whats up with our fridge,or with our inhouse battery indicator lig...	milo	2	685	09:48 AM Sep 11, 2011 by milo
	De-stressing on the Sth Qld coast (Preview) Hi Peoples! We are in Childers at the moment helping a couple look after 3 very lively pre-teen kids while there dads away working for a week at a time. The mom works full time & is also on call at any time so is rather stressed & often not home, sometimes the job can be full on. We're finally on our wa...	Hylda&Jon	16	1119	09:25 AM Sep 11, 2011 by Beth54
	A tough oldie (Preview) Yesterday we drove in the Suzuki to Melbourne to visit an old friend. He is 97 years old & blind but he completely looks after his wife who is 90 & has full blown alzheimers. The only help he has is a cleaner comes in once a week & he has meals on wheels 3 days a week. He could probably get a lot mo...	kandagal	11	1003	10:53 PM Sep 10, 2011 by Elle on Wheels
	Aysons Reserve (Preview) I should have mentioned (for those who don't know) this camp ground is near Elmore, Vic	kandagal	0	690	08:09 PM Sep 10, 2011 by kandagal
	Good spot at Avoka (Preview) We are leaving here tomorrow on our way north. Spent a week here at Avoka Farm Stay & it's been a great spot. Such friendly people. Even let me win when playing cards. Lots of animals to see & feed. If you're coming this way I can recommend it.	kandagal	6	690	05:34 PM Sep 10, 2011 by _wombat_
	Travelling north (Preview) ..enjoying a fabulous day in Onslow. Nicely warm, and not humid. The midgies are a minor pest, but the old aerogard keeps them at bay for a whileC/Park 50 meteres from the waters edge, with views out to Thevenard and the gas/oil rigs. Impressive flares at night.. Have spent most of the time free camping...	Bent Axle Bob	5	1058	05:22 PM Sep 10, 2011 by Cruising Granny
	UNBELIEVABLE!!! (Preview) Chambers of the Black Hand. www.blackopalsaustralia.com We done this tour today, It will just blow your mind. If you are ever in Lighting Ridge dont leave without seeing this. Walk among 14 years of one mans passion, Dinosaurs, 10ft high Budda, Angels, Jungle Cats,Super hero's & Egyptian Cham...	justcruisin01	10	1157	05:17 PM Sep 10, 2011 by Cruising Granny
	Finally chosen the vehicle and van (Preview) Hello fellow travellers, Finally made decisions, unbelievable, I was thinking this would never happen lol. Rick did major research into the vehicle. If you remember previous postings we needed something we could put the big FJR Yamaha motor bike in or on. We test drove many and researched reviews o...	jeannette	10	1032	04:35 PM Sep 10, 2011 by jeannette
	Western Caravans - WA - Gone Broke? (Preview) Just heard from a contact in the RV industry that Western Caravans in WA have gone broke, nothing on their website so can't veryify that, don't know anymore about it at the moment. Their vans are sold along with other makes by a major WA caravan retailer, but made by Western in WA.	Vic	3	1742	07:39 AM Sep 10, 2011 by _wombat_
	Mildura (Buronga) (Preview) We are moving on from Berri SA on Sunday and will stay at Mildura (Buronga Riverside Park) for a few days. Is anyone else in this area that may like to have morning tea??????? Cheers Patto	Patto44	3	763	07:22 AM Sep 10, 2011 by jimricho
	VAN PARKS TO CABIN PARKS (Preview) Was in the Chinchilla Tourist Info Office this morning and couldn't help but overhear some people chatting with the bloke behind the counter. They spent last night at Chinchilla Weir and they said there were about 40 other vans there as well and that there were too many people there for their liking. T...	Ma	13	1304	10:01 PM Sep 9, 2011 by Cruising Granny
	Won't be going anywhere for a while! ( 1 2 ) (Preview) Can't afford it. Called into Bridgestone to ask the correct presssure for my tyres as had so much conflicting information. Turns out to be 36 by the way. Only to find out I need to replace my rear tyres.. He said best you don't go too far out of town without replacing them. So after renewing the rego this...	Happywanderer	47	2259	06:03 PM Sep 9, 2011 by tonyd
	Has Winnebago been deserted by QLD dealers? (Preview) Was told this at the Penrith show and the bloke was from QLD and was not a caraven salesperson. Is this true?	Benwerrin	2	898	04:38 PM Sep 9, 2011 by johnq
	Anyone travelled the Putty Road of late? (Preview) Many moons ago ....... back as far as the mid 50's we used to travel the Putty road north-west of Sydney, from Windsor to Singleton, when it was dirt. Over the years, it was tarred but still a rotten road to travel - heaven knows how much of it I walked with car sickness, my dad used to get out and we would walk...	Pejay	9	1409	02:49 PM Sep 9, 2011 by Ma
	Felicia is almost ready (Preview) This week has been spent putting the finishing touches on Felicia. She has been polished, primped and prepped for her special party being held on Saturday. It's not too late to RSVP if you want to come along in Brisbane this Saturday afternoon. All are welcome and there are a couple of forumites alre...	Dave83	4	712	02:19 PM Sep 9, 2011 by Esmeralda
	Broken Hill to Newcastle (Preview) We finally got away again for a short trip ( 3 weeks) and are at Berri SA. Cosidering going home via Broken Hill but not sure of 'safe' stopping points on the way. Anone stayed at Cobar or Nyngan recently and what is your opinion of the parks there?? Would not stay at Wilcannia for obvious reasons, but not s...	Patto44	7	1189	10:43 PM Sep 8, 2011 by Gerty Dancer
	Check ahead. (Preview) Caravan parks here in Kalgoorlie have been very busy and quite often full. to avoid disapoitment why not ring ahead and get a feel of the situation. We hate turning away, especially the elderly, there is a limit. This suggestion can apply anywhere on the circuit but moreso in the regional areas. Enjoy...	Technomad	6	757	09:46 PM Sep 8, 2011 by Gerty Dancer
	Am I in love with my Grandson - oh yeah!!! (Preview) Our daughter sent us the attahed photo today after receiving the bag of goodies we sent up that were purchased during our recent Tassie trip - gotta love my little devil!!!	Pejay	9	1013	06:04 PM Sep 8, 2011 by sucastja
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