The Grey Nomads - General

Basil Faulty · Basil Faulty

Never thought I'd see the day we would have a GG d' femme, should be a change for the better... NSW, what a rock show.... I had to check - I thought the whole sordid thing had been scripted by John Cleese. Pensioners, how do they survive? well a few that I know do very well, look at me; free medical, dental, ps...

dave06 · dave06

it is anounced on cheryls (chezqo) white board for all to see, but I think it is such a joyous occasion for her and hers that it should be put out for all to see clearly, it seems the o'reilly family is expanding, one of cheryl's 3 daughters is expecting soon and all I can say is congratulation's cheryl, you...

robby and fran · robby and fran

Hi Can anyone give some suggestions, My wife and myself are about to set off on our adventure around australia for 7 months. We have our own laptop already for internet, but was wondering which type of modem to use and which carrier would be best for our needs, just to to stay in touch with kids via email o...

Gary and Kerry · Gary and Kerry

Windy? You betch ya. Couple of shots of the sea from the jetty at port Noarlunga taken on my phone camera at 1730

Basil Faulty · Basil Faulty

Here are some pics of our new van. Total luxury... heated towel rail, filtered water....and about 1000kg lighter than our old one....

Basil Faulty · Basil Faulty

This is the recently restored original Rockhampton Railway Station. With the posible exception of Puffing Billy this is the absolute best "Museum" of it's type in Australia. Dirt cheap, around $5 a head includes all the rides in the Purrey you could have, cups of tea etc... The Purrey Ste...

Gary and Kerry · Gary and Kerry

When editing a post is it possible to delete it? -- Edited by Gary and Kerry at 00:12, 2008-09-12 -- Edited by Gary and Kerry at 00:12, 2008-09-12 -- Edited by Gary and Kerry at 00:13, 2008-09-12

tonyd · tonyd

Greetings. First post. I have recently upgraded from an old Jayco Dove to a brand spanking new Flamingo. On the old van I used substantial weight distribution bars (only because the bloke I bought it off said I needed to). They were a PITA to put on/take off, and I was never happy with that much steel unde...

Gary and Kerry · Gary and Kerry

I have a 23' Adria,weight 2000kg am running 4 X Firestone CV4000 185R14 what pressure should I be running for bitumen roads? My tow vehicle is a Hyundai terracan fitted with 16" Cooper ST's what should pressure be when towing? Thanks

Basil Faulty · Basil Faulty

Will I live to see 80? I recently picked a new primary care doctor. After two visits and exhaustive lab tests, he said I was doing 'fairly well' for my age. A little concerned about that comment, I couldn't resist asking him, 'Do you think I'll live to be 80?' He asked , 'Do you smoke tobacco, or drink be...

jokirt · jokirt

Folks I noticed that the Australian Campertrailer group have a page just for stolen camper trailers. I little worrying since I hope to buy a trailer and put something like an Oztent RV1 on top. What can be used to deter thieves? I think you can get wheel locks. Does anyone know where to buy them? Jo...

dave06 · dave06

this was sent to me by a lovely lady, whom shall remain nameless, you know who you are, Bureau of meteorology, It was april and the aboriginals in a remote part of northern australia asked their new elder if the coming winter was going to be cold or mild. since he was an elder in a modern community he was ne...

dave06 · dave06

what is the reason for the water at rosebary in tasmania to be of such low quality as to be not fit for human consumption, we were there in 2002 I think, and found it astonishing that there was so much beatifull and bountifull water and yet one could not drink a drop, we could not get an answer, hoping to have...

Marilyn Porter · Marilyn Porter

During the school holidays Sun 28/9 - Fri 10/9 I join a group of travellers on safari around NSW raising money for charity - this year the RFDS. We camp out, can buy meals in advance, have hoards of fun. Itinerary is Coonamble, Cobar, Ivanhoe, Silverton, Milparinka, Wanaaring, Willie station, Coonam...

dave06 · dave06

I have a bit of a concern that perplexes me, whilst filling my car with fuel (that in itself is a perplexing pastime) I noticed with more than a passing interest a caravan that had to be 25-28 feet long if it was an inch, he too was filling his car, an ea falcon, he had the obligatory two 9 kg gas bottles, also...

Gary and Kerry · Gary and Kerry

Hi Mike, Thanks for the post. Yes, grey nomad stickers for vehicles and the like is something that has been on our minds. We are currently getting a logo and 'a look' worked out and hope to have something produced before too long. We'll keep you posted. Apologies to everybody for neglecting the site fo...

RobCol · RobCol

Hope all Dads out there had a nice day; how did you spend it? Out of interest how do you all rate the day itself (and Mothers Day), shouldn't every day we be appreciated as parents without a designated day?? It appears that the retail industry certainly "flog" it, i.e. how much to spend??? W...

JRH · JRH

G'day all, Tomorrow morning we are off for a trip from Perth to Kalbarrie, Can't wait to get on the road, unfortunately it is only a 2 - 3 week trip this time around but we will enjoy it anyhow. When we are away from home we don't have any internet access so will catch up with all the news when we return. Best Re...

kiwi2 · kiwi2

Hi we are new members and have read alot about picking fruit and veg in the great book, The grey Nomads. We have been on the road and doing the harvest trail in NZ for the past four years, we now are heading to Australia (to be with our family) and want to continue. We have always worked in the packhouse, wher...

waltzing matilda · waltzing matilda

Just joined the grey nomads. May even stop dyeing the hair. Looking forward to meeting some of you in cyberspace or even on the road. I'm a solo traveller heading off From Victoria to the Flinders Ranges in October. Would welcome any suggestions of places to see and stay.

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	Politics... C'mon I know you all have an opinion (Preview) Never thought I'd see the day we would have a GG d' femme, should be a change for the better... NSW, what a rock show.... I had to check - I thought the whole sordid thing had been scripted by John Cleese. Pensioners, how do they survive? well a few that I know do very well, look at me; free medical, dental, ps...	Basil Faulty	21	1423	10:51 AM Sep 17, 2008 by twobob
	cheryl o'reilly wont do it but I will (Preview) it is anounced on cheryls (chezqo) white board for all to see, but I think it is such a joyous occasion for her and hers that it should be put out for all to see clearly, it seems the o'reilly family is expanding, one of cheryl's 3 daughters is expecting soon and all I can say is congratulation's cheryl, you...	dave06	3	976	09:54 AM Sep 17, 2008 by dave06
	question about internet while travelling (Preview) Hi Can anyone give some suggestions, My wife and myself are about to set off on our adventure around australia for 7 months. We have our own laptop already for internet, but was wondering which type of modem to use and which carrier would be best for our needs, just to to stay in touch with kids via email o...	robby and fran	15	3388	08:47 PM Sep 16, 2008 by twobob
	Windy day in Adelaide (Preview) Windy? You betch ya. Couple of shots of the sea from the jetty at port Noarlunga taken on my phone camera at 1730	Gary and Kerry	5	1131	09:17 PM Sep 15, 2008 by dave06
	The New Gin Palace (Preview) Here are some pics of our new van. Total luxury... heated towel rail, filtered water....and about 1000kg lighter than our old one....	Basil Faulty	16	1602	12:35 PM Sep 15, 2008 by dave06
	Archer Park, Rockhampton.... (Preview) This is the recently restored original Rockhampton Railway Station. With the posible exception of Puffing Billy this is the absolute best "Museum" of it's type in Australia. Dirt cheap, around $5 a head includes all the rides in the Purrey you could have, cups of tea etc... The Purrey Ste...	Basil Faulty	6	1331	11:56 AM Sep 15, 2008 by dave06
	Put it in wrong post (Preview) When editing a post is it possible to delete it? -- Edited by Gary and Kerry at 00:12, 2008-09-12 -- Edited by Gary and Kerry at 00:12, 2008-09-12 -- Edited by Gary and Kerry at 00:13, 2008-09-12	Gary and Kerry	2	905	10:42 AM Sep 15, 2008 by Webmaster
	Jayco Flamingo (Preview) Greetings. First post. I have recently upgraded from an old Jayco Dove to a brand spanking new Flamingo. On the old van I used substantial weight distribution bars (only because the bloke I bought it off said I needed to). They were a PITA to put on/take off, and I was never happy with that much steel unde...	tonyd	3	3224	08:11 AM Sep 15, 2008 by Cupie
	Tyre Pressures (Preview) I have a 23' Adria,weight 2000kg am running 4 X Firestone CV4000 185R14 what pressure should I be running for bitumen roads? My tow vehicle is a Hyundai terracan fitted with 16" Cooper ST's what should pressure be when towing? Thanks	Gary and Kerry	14	5158	09:09 PM Sep 14, 2008 by twobob
	My recent Doctor's prognosis (Preview) Will I live to see 80? I recently picked a new primary care doctor. After two visits and exhaustive lab tests, he said I was doing 'fairly well' for my age. A little concerned about that comment, I couldn't resist asking him, 'Do you think I'll live to be 80?' He asked , 'Do you smoke tobacco, or drink be...	Basil Faulty	3	925	08:33 PM Sep 14, 2008 by twobob
	Stolen camper trailers (Preview) Folks I noticed that the Australian Campertrailer group have a page just for stolen camper trailers. I little worrying since I hope to buy a trailer and put something like an Oztent RV1 on top. What can be used to deter thieves? I think you can get wheel locks. Does anyone know where to buy them? Jo...	jokirt	10	2120	08:17 AM Sep 13, 2008 by jokirt
	O.K. got a joke for you (Preview) this was sent to me by a lovely lady, whom shall remain nameless, you know who you are, Bureau of meteorology, It was april and the aboriginals in a remote part of northern australia asked their new elder if the coming winter was going to be cold or mild. since he was an elder in a modern community he was ne...	dave06	16	1357	05:13 PM Sep 12, 2008 by Basil Faulty
	can anyone enlighten me (Preview) what is the reason for the water at rosebary in tasmania to be of such low quality as to be not fit for human consumption, we were there in 2002 I think, and found it astonishing that there was so much beatifull and bountifull water and yet one could not drink a drop, we could not get an answer, hoping to have...	dave06	12	1337	04:50 PM Sep 10, 2008 by Gary and Kerry
	What are you doing during the NSW Sept/Oct school holidays? (Preview) During the school holidays Sun 28/9 - Fri 10/9 I join a group of travellers on safari around NSW raising money for charity - this year the RFDS. We camp out, can buy meals in advance, have hoards of fun. Itinerary is Coonamble, Cobar, Ivanhoe, Silverton, Milparinka, Wanaaring, Willie station, Coonam...	Marilyn Porter	6	964	06:44 AM Sep 10, 2008 by Marilyn Porter
	watch your drawbar weight (Preview) I have a bit of a concern that perplexes me, whilst filling my car with fuel (that in itself is a perplexing pastime) I noticed with more than a passing interest a caravan that had to be 25-28 feet long if it was an inch, he too was filling his car, an ea falcon, he had the obligatory two 9 kg gas bottles, also...	dave06	6	2053	10:48 PM Sep 9, 2008 by signwilson
	Stickers (Preview) Hi Mike, Thanks for the post. Yes, grey nomad stickers for vehicles and the like is something that has been on our minds. We are currently getting a logo and 'a look' worked out and hope to have something produced before too long. We'll keep you posted. Apologies to everybody for neglecting the site fo...	Gary and Kerry	19	3096	09:42 PM Sep 9, 2008 by twobob
	Fathers Day (Preview) Hope all Dads out there had a nice day; how did you spend it? Out of interest how do you all rate the day itself (and Mothers Day), shouldn't every day we be appreciated as parents without a designated day?? It appears that the retail industry certainly "flog" it, i.e. how much to spend??? W...	RobCol	10	1114	08:57 PM Sep 9, 2008 by dave06
	Ready to Take Off (Preview) G'day all, Tomorrow morning we are off for a trip from Perth to Kalbarrie, Can't wait to get on the road, unfortunately it is only a 2 - 3 week trip this time around but we will enjoy it anyhow. When we are away from home we don't have any internet access so will catch up with all the news when we return. Best Re...	JRH	2	789	04:09 PM Sep 9, 2008 by Valderi
	What happens after the Picking? (Preview) Hi we are new members and have read alot about picking fruit and veg in the great book, The grey Nomads. We have been on the road and doing the harvest trail in NZ for the past four years, we now are heading to Australia (to be with our family) and want to continue. We have always worked in the packhouse, wher...	kiwi2	6	1575	11:02 AM Sep 9, 2008 by dave06
	Saying HI (Preview) Just joined the grey nomads. May even stop dyeing the hair. Looking forward to meeting some of you in cyberspace or even on the road. I'm a solo traveller heading off From Victoria to the Flinders Ranges in October. Would welcome any suggestions of places to see and stay.	waltzing matilda	17	1254	09:12 PM Sep 8, 2008 by twobob
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