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Webmaster · Webmaster

Hi all, the Hamish and Andy radio show have contacted us in hopes that some grey nomads may have a funny story to share. Here is their message:AHOY GREY NOMADS… We need your help - Hamish & Andy are looking of your funniest story. Doesn’t have to be travel related, but your own GREAT CRACKING sto...

deb-gary · deb-gary

still havent sold house yet very frustrating but got to be patient.we are looking at buying a 2003 paramount delta approx 20 ft with shower and toilet and wondered has anyone had this type of van? or a paramount of any type and what they are like and if they have any problems i should look for, any help wou...

rainy1850 · rainy1850

wondering if any nomads are seeing the whales and where would be the best place to see from s.a around to n.s.w

Splottboy · Splottboy

Hi, We are thinking of travelling in our motorhome from Ballina to Warwick via Bently Road, and then on to Noosa with as much country quiet driving as we can. We are not sure if the Bently Road section is suitable ... Has anyone gone that way, and where are there some good places to stop...

Woody2 · Woody2

Old Slim was right in central QLD. The rain has tumbled down in July. St Lawrence(180ml) Clermont (121ml) Emerald (133ml)and here in Moranbah (82ml)made the record book for most rain in 24hrs in July . Still raining but very light now should help the farmers. L

JayDee · JayDee

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zE-T-G4U0tE I am guessing that someone may have blotted out the word "NO" on this sign. But then again there are campers in the video. Does anyone know if this is a fact or not? If true, it will become the most popular free camp in Australia. What do you think? Jay&am...

Sylva · Sylva

Every time I go near the sales yard to ask another Question I add more to the van, so far a outside Tv arm, a outside shower (yes it's a full ensuite van!), full oven, anti sway, van tec treatment and today the reversing camera! I don't think we can possiblely add anything more! Bring on April and deli...

Sylva · Sylva

Good evening everyone My partner and I have purchased the royal flair promenade 23 1/2 foot ensuite van to be delievered in April 13, very excited I am looking for any advice or views from anyone that has also brought a royal flair, any tips or comment on your expirance with this brand would be gr...

newcomer · newcomer

Thought it would not hurt to ask..... anyone stop in any free or cheap spots going from Bairnsdale east gippsland to mooloolba queensland.

kiwijims · kiwijims

http://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-07-17/woman-rescued-after-being-lost-in-crocodile-infested-lagoon/7636382

the rocket · the rocket

hello everyone, has anyone recently bee here? Thanks rocket

LLD · LLD

Anyone got any comments on the van's steady feet? Just broken two of my Alko Big Foot feet (don't ask) and have been looking at some square ones. The Big Foot is 140mm diameter and the square ones are either 140mm or 180mm. The legs on my van are sometimes at an angle on sloping ground and when this happens t...

Loki · Loki

In Tasmania, it is now illegal to carry a knife, including a pocket knife, in a public place unless there is a "lawful purpose" and "being handy" and "self protection" are not "lawful purposes". That includes a knife in your vehicle if your vehicle is in a public place, though there are provisions to...

Phillipn · Phillipn

In the Grey Nomad Times issue 126 Ed N stated that entry to NSW national parks is not free to people from other states. This is not true. Any Australian pensioner can apply and get a free pass. The free pass dose not apply to a couple of National parks near Sydney. NSW residence who are not pensioners h...

brickies · brickies

A lady in our street mother was visiting her on the school holidays to mind her grandchildren while the mother went to work . Our street is a small court and the lady park on the footpath has not to clog up the roadway . Well the council put a $90 ticket on her car for parking on the footpath , After contactin...

BRO · BRO

Any reports on towing with Hyundai SantaFe Thanks

EstelleW · EstelleW

Hi all, I'll admit that I'm not a greynomad! But I'm in need of some advice and figured that where better to ask than here!! I am looking to buy a car to tow my horse float during weekends and be my run around during the week. My float, when loaded, varies from 2600kg - 2900kg and when I am competing I will be dr...

aroundthetraps · aroundthetraps

Wonder if someone can suggest a caravan annex manufacturer somewhere between Mackay and Caboolture. We have a Galaxy Southern Cross full van and would like to have it measured professionally. There are dozens of canvas annexe's on the internet so someone might be able to point us in the right dire...

cruisaderhilton · cruisaderhilton

Is it just me or are there others out there who have thought that since last weekend when they changed all the stations around ,there is only repeats ,and programs for young people .Where has chanel 84 gone ,i used to watch the Garden gurus on that station of a morning ,now nowere to be seen. I fink it was t...

mickm · mickm

just received the keys to our new downsized home. Gone from 2400 square metres to 400 square metres. The point of interest for Grey Nomads is that it was designed to fit our Winnebago Esperance undercover behind the 2 car garage. Clear height is 3250 mm.

Topic		Started By	Replies	Views	Last Post
	Hamish & Andy ... funny stories wanted (Preview) Hi all, the Hamish and Andy radio show have contacted us in hopes that some grey nomads may have a funny story to share. Here is their message:AHOY GREY NOMADS… We need your help - Hamish & Andy are looking of your funniest story. Doesn’t have to be travel related, but your own GREAT CRACKING sto...	Webmaster	2	1269	11:57 PM Jul 18, 2016 by Bruce and Bev
	caravan purchase (Preview) still havent sold house yet very frustrating but got to be patient.we are looking at buying a 2003 paramount delta approx 20 ft with shower and toilet and wondered has anyone had this type of van? or a paramount of any type and what they are like and if they have any problems i should look for, any help wou...	deb-gary	12	5236	04:43 PM Jul 18, 2016 by gotcha
	Whales (Preview) wondering if any nomads are seeing the whales and where would be the best place to see from s.a around to n.s.w	rainy1850	4	819	03:57 PM Jul 18, 2016 by Explorer
	Bentley Road NSW (Preview) Hi, We are thinking of travelling in our motorhome from Ballina to Warwick via Bently Road, and then on to Noosa with as much country quiet driving as we can. We are not sure if the Bently Road section is suitable ... Has anyone gone that way, and where are there some good places to stop...	Splottboy	8	995	09:56 AM Jul 18, 2016 by Splottboy
	Slim Dusty right (Preview) Old Slim was right in central QLD. The rain has tumbled down in July. St Lawrence(180ml) Clermont (121ml) Emerald (133ml)and here in Moranbah (82ml)made the record book for most rain in 24hrs in July . Still raining but very light now should help the farmers. L	Woody2	2	870	08:41 AM Jul 18, 2016 by gemmybob
	Free camping on the Gold Coast. ( Is this for real) (Preview) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zE-T-G4U0tE I am guessing that someone may have blotted out the word "NO" on this sign. But then again there are campers in the video. Does anyone know if this is a fact or not? If true, it will become the most popular free camp in Australia. What do you think? Jay&am...	JayDee	4	1244	07:20 AM Jul 18, 2016 by Bugsy
	Our new (being built) Royal Flair. (Preview) Every time I go near the sales yard to ask another Question I add more to the van, so far a outside Tv arm, a outside shower (yes it's a full ensuite van!), full oven, anti sway, van tec treatment and today the reversing camera! I don't think we can possiblely add anything more! Bring on April and deli...	Sylva	5	696	09:41 PM Jul 17, 2016 by newcomer
	Royal flair - Promenade. (Preview) Good evening everyone My partner and I have purchased the royal flair promenade 23 1/2 foot ensuite van to be delievered in April 13, very excited I am looking for any advice or views from anyone that has also brought a royal flair, any tips or comment on your expirance with this brand would be gr...	Sylva	2	946	09:36 PM Jul 17, 2016 by newcomer
	travelling up the coast from east gippslane to mooloolba queensland (Preview) Thought it would not hurt to ask..... anyone stop in any free or cheap spots going from Bairnsdale east gippsland to mooloolba queensland.	newcomer	2	810	09:32 PM Jul 17, 2016 by newcomer
	76-year-old woman spends 20 hours stranded in croc-infested lagoon in WA's Kimberley (Preview) http://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-07-17/woman-rescued-after-being-lost-in-crocodile-infested-lagoon/7636382	kiwijims	0	985	06:24 PM Jul 17, 2016 by kiwijims
	Scotts island. Near chinderah nsw (Preview) hello everyone, has anyone recently bee here? Thanks rocket	the rocket	4	1039	05:25 PM Jul 17, 2016 by the rocket
	Van Feet (Preview) Anyone got any comments on the van's steady feet? Just broken two of my Alko Big Foot feet (don't ask) and have been looking at some square ones. The Big Foot is 140mm diameter and the square ones are either 140mm or 180mm. The legs on my van are sometimes at an angle on sloping ground and when this happens t...	LLD	8	1171	12:56 PM Jul 17, 2016 by macka17
	Pocket knives banned in Tasmania! ( 1 2 ) (Preview) In Tasmania, it is now illegal to carry a knife, including a pocket knife, in a public place unless there is a "lawful purpose" and "being handy" and "self protection" are not "lawful purposes". That includes a knife in your vehicle if your vehicle is in a public place, though there are provisions to...	Loki	41	4643	11:53 AM Jul 17, 2016 by mjt57
	New South Wales national park fees (Preview) In the Grey Nomad Times issue 126 Ed N stated that entry to NSW national parks is not free to people from other states. This is not true. Any Australian pensioner can apply and get a free pass. The free pass dose not apply to a couple of National parks near Sydney. NSW residence who are not pensioners h...	Phillipn	21	2321	11:07 AM Jul 17, 2016 by Roving-Dutchy
	One reason why council booked Hey Jim for Parking on his footpath (Preview) A lady in our street mother was visiting her on the school holidays to mind her grandchildren while the mother went to work . Our street is a small court and the lady park on the footpath has not to clog up the roadway . Well the council put a $90 ticket on her car for parking on the footpath , After contactin...	brickies	16	1818	09:25 PM Jul 16, 2016 by delatite
	Hyundai Santa (Preview) Any reports on towing with Hyundai SantaFe Thanks	BRO	3	1656	09:12 PM Jul 16, 2016 by ShortNorth
	Buying a new vehicle Float BT50 DMax Pajero (Preview) Hi all, I'll admit that I'm not a greynomad! But I'm in need of some advice and figured that where better to ask than here!! I am looking to buy a car to tow my horse float during weekends and be my run around during the week. My float, when loaded, varies from 2600kg - 2900kg and when I am competing I will be dr...	EstelleW	9	2007	12:36 PM Jul 16, 2016 by macka17
	Caravan Annex's (Preview) Wonder if someone can suggest a caravan annex manufacturer somewhere between Mackay and Caboolture. We have a Galaxy Southern Cross full van and would like to have it measured professionally. There are dozens of canvas annexe's on the internet so someone might be able to point us in the right dire...	aroundthetraps	5	1274	12:09 PM Jul 16, 2016 by brickies
	free to air tv (Preview) Is it just me or are there others out there who have thought that since last weekend when they changed all the stations around ,there is only repeats ,and programs for young people .Where has chanel 84 gone ,i used to watch the Garden gurus on that station of a morning ,now nowere to be seen. I fink it was t...	cruisaderhilton	17	1924	09:16 AM Jul 16, 2016 by Shappy
	Home designed for Motorhome (Preview) just received the keys to our new downsized home. Gone from 2400 square metres to 400 square metres. The point of interest for Grey Nomads is that it was designed to fit our Winnebago Esperance undercover behind the 2 car garage. Clear height is 3250 mm.	mickm	4	1065	08:32 AM Jul 16, 2016 by Blues Man
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