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at present at port agusta foreshore caravan park
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we are at present at port agusta after 1 night at mt gambier ,1 night at gawler. weather at present bit wet but not too cold . we are still tossing up weather to go down port pirie way first or head along eyre highway .any nomads at foreshorer c/van park at present ? . pophog
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Electric Brakes
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Help me please. Not sure if I don't understand or if I'm being fed more porky pies. Picked up the new tug this morning - Ford territory diesel, with a HR heavy duty tow pack and WDH. Now, I expected a brake controller (as we had one in the old tug). When I asked I was told we didn't need one as we have a connectio...
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We leave tomorrow!
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It was nearly three years ago that we planned to do the big lap but family births, marriages and unfortunately death kept us from going too far from home. Now, we a finally going to achieve our dream. Leaving Bargara we plan to be in Theodore, Qld tomorrow night then onto Rubyvale, and after that who k...
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Oh for crying out loud.............
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http://www.theadvocate.com.au/news/local/news/general/slap-for-councils-on-free-camping/2259372.aspx
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Another;
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Another saftey tip, as most vans have a cabin hook on the door, thats the chrome hook that holds the door open & serves as a secondary catch when the door is closed. It has been known that some oxygen theives have placed this hook into it;s locator when the door is closed while the owners are inside &am...
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Newsletter
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Hi all, We’re very excited to announce the launch of our new fortnightly e-newsletter later this week. ‘The Grey Nomad Times’ will contain stacks of great stories, product information, competitions and more. We’re sure you’ll enjoy it. Click here to learn more about it.
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More crazy;
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We have just caught the tail end of another big storm that built to the south of us.Would not be suprised if there was more hail some where as the chill factor now is extremly cold. Thunder storms & hail in winter.
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Where does?
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Ok, where does every one have their gas bottles refilled? I had two done yesterday at BCF (boating ,camping fishing ) I was quoted $14.25 per 4.5kg bottle. I presented my membership card,{You just fill in a application form , no cost involved} & paid $13.25 per bottle. I checked out a Coles servo wi...
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I've just rung Hyundai,,,which I should have done before my purchase,,,to check that I can fit a 'poly air bag coil helper' to Lucy without voiding my warranty. Yes I can! That's a load off my mind. An i30 sits a bit low anyway, so add 590kg of caravan and it's a worry, although it's way under the breaked t...
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Crazy
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Crazy weather, the second hail storm in a week for the area, luckly it was small. Pic is the build up on our shade sail.
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Picking up Myrtle tomorrow (Friday) afternoon.
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Called around this morning. All going good and should be ready to pick up tomorrow. They still can't find a speedo for her or the stay bar for the centre seat, and have suggested in my travels I go into as many wreckers as I can, show them what I need and they may come up with the right one. He will still keep hi...
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Whose up for a chat about anything?
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Firstly I'm sick of this cold wet weather, move on will ya!! Next, I have just had a lovely tea, Bacon, Eggs, Tomatoes, Asparagus and Avocado. Very nice.
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Online Financial Security
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Hi to all of you great GN members, While enjoying a wonderful time up at the Mareeba Rodeo grounds recently, I was amazed at how many of the travelling folk there, were using their computers for on-line banking and purchases, and just trusting in their Anti-virus programs to prevent any Cybercrime a...
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Safely across the Nullabor
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We eventually got away from Kalgoorlie after our very expensive breakdown. We are now just west off Ceduna & breathing great dsighs of relief. Cheers
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Busy season in the NW
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We've been travelling along with so many people for so long... I just want a quiet campsite for once!! Every free-camp has been packed, every caravan park is so busy it has become necessary to book ahead. We have met some really nice people, and a few others besides, and the conversation seems to always...
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Please be sure to check your gas lines on a regular basis.
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Elderly couple die in gas caravan accident A FAULTY gas line probably led to the deaths of an elderly couple inside their caravan in northwest NSW, police say. The bodies of Robert Graham, 83 and Irene Graham, 80, were found at a campground the Pilliga Bore Baths, at Pillaga, about 4.45pm (AEST) yets...
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Esmeralda has landed.....
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...in Boonah, that is. Friday afternoon - much hilarity backing into my driveway - but settled in nice and comfortable. Helen is a lovely lady, I can see we will have a bit of fun. Heading down to Rathdowney today to bowl, Helen coming along to see the sites along the way. So in the space of two weeks I ha...
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1 more sleep
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we head of sat from warrnambool on our trip to perth and surounding areas then back via streaky bay ,port lincoln 8 to 10 weeks or so .thanks to all who answered my previous post re nullarbor crossing very helpful . hope we catch up with fellow nomads during our travels . will let you know if we find the...
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GENERATOR PROTOCOL
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We are still in the planning stage of our hope to become grey nomads ( hopefully this time next year ). Our van selection has narrowed down to 22' van with club lounge, queen bed and ensuite. The kitchen will include oven, large 2 door fridge / freezer and washing machine. My question is in regards the use...
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Porta Loo
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Hi we have a porta loo that i havn't used for a few years and hubby suggests we get rid of it, if there is anyone in the Adelaide area that could use it let me know and its yours. Cheers.
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