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Weight Question
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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...
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Gary and Kerry
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Looking for gold and Gem Stones
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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.
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Happyhousesitter
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across the nullarbor
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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...
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Amanda
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Jayco Rear Door For Sale 1998
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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...
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scratchy
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are dogs allowed
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I have just registered and I need to know if dogs are allowed at weipa caravan park.
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bininj
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travelling alone
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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...
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LOUISE1956
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willing to work for free accomodation
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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...
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nena
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Caretakers of caravan parks
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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?
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Kath
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Your views are requested
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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...
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Webmaster
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Melbourne to Darwin
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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...
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robandjum
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Using generators
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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...
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Gary and Kerry
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Slide out pantry
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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?
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losso
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Family Looking for work on farms
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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...
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Nenie23
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Longreach / Winton
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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
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Antony
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Just saying Hi to All.
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My husband and I are getting the 'itch' and are starting to give serious thought to becoming Grey Nomads. I am getting very excited. It will be great to have my questions answered by some very travelled nomads. Looking forward to it. Cheers.
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Red Giuls
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Another Newbie
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G'Day all, I read with interest all the news etc. from the seasoned travellers. We are planning to leave from Melb. in 4 weeks to Darwin, down the west coast and home through Perth & Adelaide. I have nearly completed all the duties on the Range Rover & Scenic van, but feel I am neglecting the actu...
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robandjum
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internet access
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My husband and I are keen to make the big break and travel right around this beautiful country. Does anyone have advise in relation to internet access....is it difficult to maintain. For example does anyone have experience in using satellite or mobile access in remote areas?
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shelly1
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Some Advice For Victoria
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Hubby & I are heading off to Victoria for approx 6 weeks in early May (fully understand that it will be cold..we love the winter)..am interested in any advice..ie free camping etc; places worth seeing etc that anyone can help with...have found in other States that country pubs often allow you to o...
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Patricia
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New Forum for Kiwis
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A new forum for Kiwi Travellers starting here
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peejayw
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a few short quotes i liked
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I thought someone might enjoy these as much as i did please feel free to add some of your own i'd love to read them Travel makes one modest, you see what a tiny place you occupy in the world. -- Gustave Flaubert The quieter you travel, the farther you'll get.-- Russian Proverb I dislike feeling at home when...
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