The Grey Nomads - General

Mobi Condo · Mobi Condo

Howdy all, Guess this is as good as place as any to make mention of this. We are learning so much as we travel, and one I was reminded of today was in the Charleville History House. On our 2nd visit in March we enjoyed George Balsillie (for the 2nd time of course) explaining the history of and then playing th...

The Hats · The Hats

Well I had to make the phone call last week to our van dealer and tell him to put our brand new custom made Roadstar on the market. After a serious illness and an extended stay in hospitle Our busines has suffered irreparably and we can no longer support our dream of hitting the wallaby. It may be two or thr...

Alanandhelen · Alanandhelen

Last evening our Microwave oven wouldnt heat or cook even though the containers were warm to the touch. It is 7 years old. My thoughts are to replace it. It always has been a concern as it sure does creak while we are motoring..... Would appreciate any advice.

Homer and Marge · Homer and Marge

We have a dometic 3 way fridge in our two year old Coromal the fridge has been good, but we have been travelling home through Western Queensland. Temperatures have been up to 41degrees. Yesterday we left the van for over an hour, parked in the sun. Since then I suspect that the fridge is now struggling to...

Mike C · Mike C

Travelling up the New England HWY towards Brisbane and stopped in at the Murrurundi Caravan park in NSW. Rates were $27 powered, $22.00 unpowered and $10.00 for self contained vehicles. The owners were past full time travellers in a fifth wheeler and having bought the park decided that they wanted t...

Steve11 · Steve11

Hi All, we are almost there! Ordered 16' shower/toilet, Jayco poptop today. Retire about April. wooeee! seeya on the road e'rybody Hammo's

Dougwe · Dougwe

....well Greens Lake really. I have had the pleasure of being camped next to "Rocky Lizard", John, down at lake side for 10 days. I first met John 3 years ago but only had a short chat, we haven't crossed paths since untill last week. We have just spent many hours chatting the days away. Thank...

Dougwe · Dougwe

Yep, I'm hitting the highways and Byways and leavings Greens Lake, central VIC. I will return. Heading for the NSW south coast around Ulladulla area. Just a quick visit really doing a quick house sit. I am also getting a few things done to the Colorado while there in readiness for the new Den. Will be the...

Big Gorilla · Big Gorilla

I e-mailed Camps Vic., and this is their response. Hi, I understand from a Caravan and Motor Home Forum I subscribe to, that the Victorian Government is now charging fees to camp in what were previously free camping areas. One area in particular, dozens of camping spots along the coast from Paradis...

wandwill · wandwill

We are moving from Grafton to Tweed Heads, do you know of any free camping (we have a small dog) between these places please ???

Moonraker · Moonraker

There are members of this forum who have missed out on some great camping opportunities while touring the Uk in Rvs So I thought I might help those concidering such a future holiday by providing some details of how to get the most out of their trip. There are a lot of CPs throughout the UK but for those who...

oldboar · oldboar

Centrelink was late, so...............

Brenda and Alan · Brenda and Alan

Whilst trawling through various state and territory legislation re. safety chain connection to tow vehicles I came across this regarding THIRD PARTY INSURANCE. (see attachment) It seems some states cover trailers etc. under the tow vehicle registration and some require separate cover. Could b...

billeeeeeee · billeeeeeee

Thanks for all the help with the Spud Mobile , stay excited Billeeeeeee

RosieW · RosieW

We have been here 6 weeks, and love it; the area and the park. Park is Kingfisher Caravan Park, run by Cliff, and it is pet friendly (we came with a lorikeet and have since added a dog). Granted, the amenities block is a bit old, but the new ones will be open by Christmas. Good rate (we paid $180wk for first...

Woolly · Woolly

My bit of fun for last Thursday, *rock through sump of the Astra (obviously not a road I should of taken) *16km's to nearest phone reception *4.5km walk on forest rds *someone came across & gave us lift to nearest village 40km's away * find out off tilt tray driver that where we are is full of wild dogs...

Phil C · Phil C

Hi Guys I have had a few days on the sidelines now and have come to the conclusion that my mental state is not what I would hope it to be. Therefore I am back on meds and have had a session with my shrink today. (thank you taxpayers). I told him about what happened on the weekend and he laughed and said, "w...

Hylda&Jon · Hylda&Jon

I have been noticing many posts where people post a link for some news article or something but they haven't made it a proper link. You may call me lazy but if a link isn't clickable I, most times. couldn't be bothered highlighting the link then copying it then opening another browser page then pasting i...

Cloak · Cloak

Here a movie on "Temporary Holiday Site" in England... An idea that should catch on here I hope. Only fresh water and a dump point.... What else do we need????? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kLuhEOkwrJQ

spida · spida

I am getting concerned about all the NON-travel advice and tips that are now being posted in the general forum. I would have thought that many of the subjects have nothing to do with travel and should therefore be in 'I Digress'. I enjoy the forum but also get frustrated especially when there are so many...

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	Great experiences ...... (Preview) Howdy all, Guess this is as good as place as any to make mention of this. We are learning so much as we travel, and one I was reminded of today was in the Charleville History House. On our 2nd visit in March we enjoyed George Balsillie (for the 2nd time of course) explaining the history of and then playing th...	Mobi Condo	2	589	05:54 PM Nov 7, 2014 by Mobi Condo
	Our dream shattered :( (Preview) Well I had to make the phone call last week to our van dealer and tell him to put our brand new custom made Roadstar on the market. After a serious illness and an extended stay in hospitle Our busines has suffered irreparably and we can no longer support our dream of hitting the wallaby. It may be two or thr...	The Hats	24	1654	05:39 PM Nov 7, 2014 by The Hats
	Our microwave oven...LG.. (Preview) Last evening our Microwave oven wouldnt heat or cook even though the containers were warm to the touch. It is 7 years old. My thoughts are to replace it. It always has been a concern as it sure does creak while we are motoring..... Would appreciate any advice.	Alanandhelen	17	1407	11:19 AM Nov 7, 2014 by Dougwe
	Dometic fridge struggling (Preview) We have a dometic 3 way fridge in our two year old Coromal the fridge has been good, but we have been travelling home through Western Queensland. Temperatures have been up to 41degrees. Yesterday we left the van for over an hour, parked in the sun. Since then I suspect that the fridge is now struggling to...	Homer and Marge	12	2823	10:23 AM Nov 7, 2014 by elliemike
	Caravan Park doing the right thing (Preview) Travelling up the New England HWY towards Brisbane and stopped in at the Murrurundi Caravan park in NSW. Rates were $27 powered, $22.00 unpowered and $10.00 for self contained vehicles. The owners were past full time travellers in a fifth wheeler and having bought the park decided that they wanted t...	Mike C	10	2187	10:11 AM Nov 7, 2014 by Three dogs
	Almost a Grey Nomad! (Preview) Hi All, we are almost there! Ordered 16' shower/toilet, Jayco poptop today. Retire about April. wooeee! seeya on the road e'rybody Hammo's	Steve11	6	606	09:25 AM Nov 7, 2014 by Dougwe
	ROCKY HAS LEFT THE BUILDING..... (Preview) ....well Greens Lake really. I have had the pleasure of being camped next to "Rocky Lizard", John, down at lake side for 10 days. I first met John 3 years ago but only had a short chat, we haven't crossed paths since untill last week. We have just spent many hours chatting the days away. Thank...	Dougwe	15	1551	10:33 PM Nov 6, 2014 by Dougwe
	LEAVING FOR A COUPLE OF WEEKS (Preview) Yep, I'm hitting the highways and Byways and leavings Greens Lake, central VIC. I will return. Heading for the NSW south coast around Ulladulla area. Just a quick visit really doing a quick house sit. I am also getting a few things done to the Colorado while there in readiness for the new Den. Will be the...	Dougwe	22	1308	10:24 PM Nov 6, 2014 by Dougwe
	CAMPING FEES VICTORIA - Follow on from last thread. (Preview) I e-mailed Camps Vic., and this is their response. Hi, I understand from a Caravan and Motor Home Forum I subscribe to, that the Victorian Government is now charging fees to camp in what were previously free camping areas. One area in particular, dozens of camping spots along the coast from Paradis...	Big Gorilla	15	1517	10:18 PM Nov 6, 2014 by peter1
	Tweed Heads - any free camping ??? (Preview) We are moving from Grafton to Tweed Heads, do you know of any free camping (we have a small dog) between these places please ???	wandwill	7	1948	04:45 PM Nov 6, 2014 by wandwill
	Rving and traveling the UK (Preview) There are members of this forum who have missed out on some great camping opportunities while touring the Uk in Rvs So I thought I might help those concidering such a future holiday by providing some details of how to get the most out of their trip. There are a lot of CPs throughout the UK but for those who...	Moonraker	4	649	04:32 PM Nov 6, 2014 by Dunmowin
	Pension problems (Preview) Centrelink was late, so...............	oldboar	17	1673	02:34 PM Nov 6, 2014 by Gerty Dancer
	Third party Insurance (Preview) Whilst trawling through various state and territory legislation re. safety chain connection to tow vehicles I came across this regarding THIRD PARTY INSURANCE. (see attachment) It seems some states cover trailers etc. under the tow vehicle registration and some require separate cover. Could b...	Brenda and Alan	6	783	11:04 AM Nov 6, 2014 by Roving-Dutchy
	Thanks Darrell... (Preview) Thanks for all the help with the Spud Mobile , stay excited Billeeeeeee	billeeeeeee	2	551	09:27 AM Nov 6, 2014 by Phil C
	A great little park in Tin Can Bay QLD (Preview) We have been here 6 weeks, and love it; the area and the park. Park is Kingfisher Caravan Park, run by Cliff, and it is pet friendly (we came with a lorikeet and have since added a dog). Granted, the amenities block is a bit old, but the new ones will be open by Christmas. Good rate (we paid $180wk for first...	RosieW	0	739	09:27 AM Nov 6, 2014 by RosieW
	Not a good day trip (Preview) My bit of fun for last Thursday, rock through sump of the Astra (obviously not a road I should of taken) 16km's to nearest phone reception 4.5km walk on forest rds someone came across & gave us lift to nearest village 40km's away * find out off tilt tray driver that where we are is full of wild dogs...	Woolly	14	1597	11:44 PM Nov 5, 2014 by hako
	Sometimes I do dumb stuff ( 1 2 ) (Preview) Hi Guys I have had a few days on the sidelines now and have come to the conclusion that my mental state is not what I would hope it to be. Therefore I am back on meds and have had a session with my shrink today. (thank you taxpayers). I told him about what happened on the weekend and he laughed and said, "w...	Phil C	33	2056	07:57 PM Nov 5, 2014 by rayn_boh
	Links in messages done properly (Preview) I have been noticing many posts where people post a link for some news article or something but they haven't made it a proper link. You may call me lazy but if a link isn't clickable I, most times. couldn't be bothered highlighting the link then copying it then opening another browser page then pasting i...	Hylda&Jon	5	811	02:43 PM Nov 5, 2014 by Vic41
	THS in UK. (Preview) Here a movie on "Temporary Holiday Site" in England... An idea that should catch on here I hope. Only fresh water and a dump point.... What else do we need????? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kLuhEOkwrJQ	Cloak	12	1265	11:02 AM Nov 5, 2014 by Peter_n_Margaret
	Using 'General' and "I Digress" (Preview) I am getting concerned about all the NON-travel advice and tips that are now being posted in the general forum. I would have thought that many of the subjects have nothing to do with travel and should therefore be in 'I Digress'. I enjoy the forum but also get frustrated especially when there are so many...	spida	18	2034	10:40 AM Nov 5, 2014 by Hylda&Jon
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