The Grey Nomads - General

daddygee · daddygee

We are just beginning to plan our Big Lap, and are experienced campers, and have also towed many different trailers both single and dual axles. However we have never towed constantly that is week in week out for possibly several years. We are looking at an 18' poptop which is pretty much the max for a sin...

New Member · Doug and Dusty

Hello to all the Aussie travellers out there, I have moved from another over rated , over commercialised Forum , My Interests are travelling , Garmin GPS , 4X4, and travel in remote areas of Australia, I spent 30 years as a Truckie operating Semi's, and Roadtrains , during the last 6 years I was involved...

Webmaster · Webmaster

Has anyone had any experience of a Nissan D40 Navara Common Rail Diesel? We've had someone write to us who intends to tow an off road caravan, loaded capacity 2750kg, with a Nissan D40 Navara Common Rail Diesel. They would like to get any feedback/opinions regarding the Navara's performance. An...

The Dusty in my User Name · Doug and Dusty

Please meet my Co Driver Dusty, The most lavable companion any one could ever wish for .It is Dusty's 12th Birthday tomorrow 8th June Meet Dusty Here My very first post on the Fab Forum is the next one down

Crazy Dog · Crazy Dog

Check this lot troops and DROOL!!!!! The bread rolls hot with butter !! Oh sooo good. The roast pork with roast veggies even bettera and The apple pie and cream all done in the camp ovens... Eat ya heart out folks... This is what I will do for Doug and Dusty and Slim next time they visit. Any other takers? Oh...

tmw · tmw

I have just had some work done on the solar system in my Freedom P/Top at Solar RV, Slacks Creek, Brisbane. I can't recommend this company highly enough - they were great. Happy Travels Carolyn/TMW

Gary and Kerry · Gary and Kerry

Can anyone please help me out with the following query. My van has a ATM of 2000Kg and a ball weight of 100Kg, I had it weighed today (water tank full (100L) and both gas bottles full) and got the figures; on 1730 off 1830 Do I use the on or off figures to determine what I can put in the van? I think is the on figur...

Happyhousesitter · Happyhousesitter

Hi, Can anyone tell me were we can go to start looking for gold with a metal detector.We have never done it before.What would be a good detector to buy as a starter for gold only.

Amanda · Amanda

I was hoping someone might have some contacts and/or advice about shipping our vehicle and camper across the nullarbor either via road or rail. while i know there are numerous companies out there, we havent been able to find one that will take a vehicle& van with possessions ie they all seem to spe...

scratchy · scratchy

My wife and I are settling down and our beloved little van is for sale. It has been a great little van and we found it easy to live in ( 7mths ) and easy and economical to tow. It is 12'6'' long and only weighs 780kgs. It has a 3way fridge, 4 burner gas stove and grill and a microwave. We fitted a brand new Dometic...

bininj · bininj

I have just registered and I need to know if dogs are allowed at weipa caravan park.

LOUISE1956 · LOUISE1956

Hi I live in South West NSW near Cowra and I am considering selling up in the next couple of years and buying a Van and travelling. I am also a woman with a 15 year old boy hopefully he will be off my hands by then. Is there groups of ladies that do this. And I would like to hear from other ladies that have actuall...

nena · nena

Hi, we are two girls from Italy (23 years old), have just finished our studies (are nurses) and are now travelling around. We are speaking German, Italian and English and are willing to do some work (we like animals, do work in the garden ecc.) for free accomodation in North QLD, from June until A...

Kath · Kath

In our travels we often meet people at caravan parks who are "minding the place" while the owners get away for awhile. Does anyone know if there is a website to register to do this or whether it's just word of mouth?

Webmaster · Webmaster

Calling Grey Nomads currently in NSW. We have been contacted by a market research organisation keen to talk with Grey Nomads about travelling by road in NSW from a Grey Nomad perspective. The challenge is to get a group of 6-10 Grey Nomads together somewhere in NSW, ideally close to Sydney or Newcast...

robandjum · robandjum

Hi all, We are off on June 15th to Darwin via usual routes and sites as first part of our trip around the West Coast to home. We have 18 weeks and hopefully this is enough time without being too quick. Are there any issues free camping on this part of our trip, or are there enough travellers to make it rela...

Gary and Kerry · Gary and Kerry

I have been told by various people that some national parks around the country, either have a ban on the use of generators or the use of is restricted by nose level. If anyone knows of a site/s where I can find out any information regarding the use of ,please let me know. I need the information to help decid...

losso · losso

We have one of those narrow, deep food cupboards. Could someone advise were I might obtain a metal slideout insert for this, as used in up-to-date caravans please?

Nenie23 · Nenie23

Hi Guys, Can anyone give me some advice on where to look for a Station Hand position. Hubby and I are taking off with the kids round September for 12-18 months, and would like to get any type of work on the way. I am qualified in Day Care and hubby is a panel beater by trade (19yrs), has MR licence, experien...

Antony · Antony

Hi, I'm after a place to camp around the Longreach / Winton district. We have a camper trailer and two-wheel drive vehicle. Ideally, we'd like something apart from the local caravan parks, like a farm or station. Cheers

Topic		Started By	Replies	Views	Last Post
	Single or dual axle (Preview) We are just beginning to plan our Big Lap, and are experienced campers, and have also towed many different trailers both single and dual axles. However we have never towed constantly that is week in week out for possibly several years. We are looking at an 18' poptop which is pretty much the max for a sin...	daddygee	3	890	10:27 AM Jun 17, 2008 by Nenie23
	New Member (Preview) Hello to all the Aussie travellers out there, I have moved from another over rated , over commercialised Forum , My Interests are travelling , Garmin GPS , 4X4, and travel in remote areas of Australia, I spent 30 years as a Truckie operating Semi's, and Roadtrains , during the last 6 years I was involved...	Doug and Dusty	14	1063	02:46 PM Jun 13, 2008 by Doug and Dusty
	Nissan D40 Navara Common Rail Diesel (Preview) Has anyone had any experience of a Nissan D40 Navara Common Rail Diesel? We've had someone write to us who intends to tow an off road caravan, loaded capacity 2750kg, with a Nissan D40 Navara Common Rail Diesel. They would like to get any feedback/opinions regarding the Navara's performance. An...	Webmaster	1	1085	11:07 AM Jun 13, 2008 by Kiwi
	The Dusty in my User Name (Preview) Please meet my Co Driver Dusty, The most lavable companion any one could ever wish for .It is Dusty's 12th Birthday tomorrow 8th June Meet Dusty Here My very first post on the Fab Forum is the next one down	Doug and Dusty	4	1083	11:02 AM Jun 13, 2008 by Kiwi
	Food - glorious food!! (Preview) Check this lot troops and DROOL!!!!! The bread rolls hot with butter !! Oh sooo good. The roast pork with roast veggies even bettera and The apple pie and cream all done in the camp ovens... Eat ya heart out folks... This is what I will do for Doug and Dusty and Slim next time they visit. Any other takers? Oh...	Crazy Dog	2	941	08:55 PM Jun 11, 2008 by The Bun
	Solar work recommendation (Preview) I have just had some work done on the solar system in my Freedom P/Top at Solar RV, Slacks Creek, Brisbane. I can't recommend this company highly enough - they were great. Happy Travels Carolyn/TMW	tmw	0	733	04:50 PM Jun 11, 2008 by tmw
	Weight Question (Preview) Can anyone please help me out with the following query. My van has a ATM of 2000Kg and a ball weight of 100Kg, I had it weighed today (water tank full (100L) and both gas bottles full) and got the figures; on 1730 off 1830 Do I use the on or off figures to determine what I can put in the van? I think is the on figur...	Gary and Kerry	8	1417	03:11 PM Jun 10, 2008 by robandjum
	Looking for gold and Gem Stones (Preview) Hi, Can anyone tell me were we can go to start looking for gold with a metal detector.We have never done it before.What would be a good detector to buy as a starter for gold only.	Happyhousesitter	3	1069	01:16 PM Jun 10, 2008 by speedy sue
	across the nullarbor (Preview) I was hoping someone might have some contacts and/or advice about shipping our vehicle and camper across the nullarbor either via road or rail. while i know there are numerous companies out there, we havent been able to find one that will take a vehicle& van with possessions ie they all seem to spe...	Amanda	4	1088	12:30 PM Jun 10, 2008 by speedy sue
	Jayco Rear Door For Sale 1998 (Preview) My wife and I are settling down and our beloved little van is for sale. It has been a great little van and we found it easy to live in ( 7mths ) and easy and economical to tow. It is 12'6'' long and only weighs 780kgs. It has a 3way fridge, 4 burner gas stove and grill and a microwave. We fitted a brand new Dometic...	scratchy	0	958	09:40 AM Jun 9, 2008 by scratchy
	are dogs allowed (Preview) I have just registered and I need to know if dogs are allowed at weipa caravan park.	bininj	3	1107	06:29 PM Jun 7, 2008 by Doug and Dusty
	travelling alone (Preview) Hi I live in South West NSW near Cowra and I am considering selling up in the next couple of years and buying a Van and travelling. I am also a woman with a 15 year old boy hopefully he will be off my hands by then. Is there groups of ladies that do this. And I would like to hear from other ladies that have actuall...	LOUISE1956	4	932	04:06 PM Jun 5, 2008 by tmw
	willing to work for free accomodation (Preview) Hi, we are two girls from Italy (23 years old), have just finished our studies (are nurses) and are now travelling around. We are speaking German, Italian and English and are willing to do some work (we like animals, do work in the garden ecc.) for free accomodation in North QLD, from June until A...	nena	1	855	06:19 PM Jun 4, 2008 by Kath
	Caretakers of caravan parks (Preview) In our travels we often meet people at caravan parks who are "minding the place" while the owners get away for awhile. Does anyone know if there is a website to register to do this or whether it's just word of mouth?	Kath	3	1516	06:06 PM Jun 4, 2008 by Kath
	Your views are requested (Preview) Calling Grey Nomads currently in NSW. We have been contacted by a market research organisation keen to talk with Grey Nomads about travelling by road in NSW from a Grey Nomad perspective. The challenge is to get a group of 6-10 Grey Nomads together somewhere in NSW, ideally close to Sydney or Newcast...	Webmaster	1	864	12:48 PM Jun 3, 2008 by Nenie23
	Melbourne to Darwin (Preview) Hi all, We are off on June 15th to Darwin via usual routes and sites as first part of our trip around the West Coast to home. We have 18 weeks and hopefully this is enough time without being too quick. Are there any issues free camping on this part of our trip, or are there enough travellers to make it rela...	robandjum	3	709	12:46 PM Jun 3, 2008 by Nenie23
	Using generators (Preview) I have been told by various people that some national parks around the country, either have a ban on the use of generators or the use of is restricted by nose level. If anyone knows of a site/s where I can find out any information regarding the use of ,please let me know. I need the information to help decid...	Gary and Kerry	1	742	01:03 PM Jun 2, 2008 by Silver Fox
	Slide out pantry (Preview) We have one of those narrow, deep food cupboards. Could someone advise were I might obtain a metal slideout insert for this, as used in up-to-date caravans please?	losso	8	991	04:49 PM Jun 1, 2008 by losso
	Family Looking for work on farms (Preview) Hi Guys, Can anyone give me some advice on where to look for a Station Hand position. Hubby and I are taking off with the kids round September for 12-18 months, and would like to get any type of work on the way. I am qualified in Day Care and hubby is a panel beater by trade (19yrs), has MR licence, experien...	Nenie23	3	937	01:41 PM May 29, 2008 by Nenie23
	Longreach / Winton (Preview) Hi, I'm after a place to camp around the Longreach / Winton district. We have a camper trailer and two-wheel drive vehicle. Ideally, we'd like something apart from the local caravan parks, like a farm or station. Cheers	Antony	3	1054	01:40 PM May 29, 2008 by Nenie23
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