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Poppy sore eye · Poppy sore eye

Hi all, we will be in Townsville either Friday or Sat, does anyone know of free camp IN Townsville for a night or two, we would like to have a look around town but only have the bikes, so we don't Want to be based far out. Also is anyone around that would like to catch up.

justcruisin01 · justcruisin01

For some years now we have been hearing that the only travellers that Cairns is interesting in is the back packers. Called in there a couple of days back for some supplies, one business we entered I was greated by an older female on the check out who instantly had an agressive, rude attitude. I had two gas...

Glenelg · Glenelg

it may not be a stupid question for safety reasons and the law, would you need a fire proof bunker for it & generator in MH

justcruisin01 · justcruisin01

The camp near the railway that was free is no longer, moved from the upper level now to down beside the railway line & is now $10 unpowered & $15 powered. It had been very wet & muddy, just starting to dry out & didn't look inviting so we moved on to Archer Creek; 10kl down the road with larg...

Oma · Oma

http://bkmcl.wordpress.com/2014/06/20/last-day-at-halls-gap-the-pinnacle-walk/

chaslib · chaslib

Came for just 2 or 3 days but stayed for 7. Caravan Park is one of the most friendly and at the same time professionally run parks we have stayed at ..... amenities are spotless, stacks of room, generators OK provided you consider other campers, home to a bowerbird and his bower and several pademelons w...

Oma · Oma

Cannot believe a city the size of Ballarat does not have a public dump point. $5 to use the one a the Eureka van park.

Pejay · Pejay

Hi all, Yep we have hit the road again, and after 4 days of l-o-n-g travelling we have arrived in Thargomindah, with the intention of heading out to Innamincka and Cameron Corner. Been quite an experience so far - have not used the camper trailer for some six years so, yes, as I say interesting!!! Hope to...

Peterpan · Peterpan

Today we started on our short journey. We left Melbourne and drove through some showers which developed into rain. We arrived in Echuca and set up in fine conditions. We stopped in Kilmore for a bite to eat, Burgers with the lot to die for at the Top of the Town Charcoal Chicken shop. Very friendly staff...

Collo · Collo

Had our first trial run to Halls Gap. 145kms from home. All went well. Things we learned was, 1. Set your van up well before you start and it will tow well. 2.Towing is easier than first expected. 3.Have seperate sullage hoses for shower and kitchen(water backflowed into shower) 4.Only one person i...

kiwijims · kiwijims

Here we go again........... Home | Alerts | 2014 | June | Take action with the start of bad weather between Jurien Bay and Bremer BayBackTake action with the start of bad weather between Jurien Bay and Bremer BaySaturday 21 June 2014 - 12:20 PMIf you live between Jurien Bay and Bremer Bay you...

moamajohn · moamajohn

G,day I have just seen the You tube on the above hitch and am very impressed.I confess up until now I was not interested but frankly it looks so easy .Can any one put me on to an agent on the Northern side of Melb please. Would they also have any idea of cost ? Cheers

magraret · magraret

HI here i am at moore park beach near bunndy lucky to have a spot on the water front as being a qld i forget about the migration at this time of year and people are here for up to 3 months at a time But got to give you guys credit for smartness because it is the first time i have seen portable vegie gardens they ha...

Nomad1946 · Nomad1946

[spoiler] I'd like to log a word of Thank You to the Principal and Staff of the NRMA Hay, NSW office. At a recent visit to Hay our caravan door lock suffered a total break-down and needed replacement. I visited, at the recommendation of the BIG4 Caravan park, dropped in t...

Vanderee · Vanderee

Good advice is free. I have used these before Windows 98. Get rid of all fake alerts, and keep your registry tuned up. Your PC runs faster. Update and scan weekly or when needed. Two free software downloads saves you time and money long term. You will find them on the net. Spybot Search and destroy. Clea...

Vic41 · Vic41

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/margate/caravan/5th-wheeler/1048807567

graham (chickenman) · graham (chickenman)

Being in Sa I have noticed the sun does not deliver the same amount of amps each day for solar panels? Today I been getting only 16.5 amps per hour,but 3 days ago I was pumping in 32 amps a hour from my panels, and I have been in the same position for 2 weeks now?

barrie · barrie

48 hour stop over at the imformation centre for self contained vechicles it also has a dump point

shekon · shekon

I am currently in a the Morton N P at Bundanoon, NSW. It is a great little spot. Hot showers, clean toilets, huge camp kitchen, all well maintained and looked after. Great camping area. Plenty of wild life, and walks. $14 per night for up to 2 adults. No discount for solo. The nights here have been cold as e...

MOLLUSCAN · MOLLUSCAN

Each year Expeditioners at Australian Antarctic Bases celebrate the winter solstice with a day off work and a magnificent meal. Those who have returned from Antarctica (and the Sub Antarctic Islands of Macquarie and Heard )also continue to gather for the annual dinner. Midwinter has been celebr...

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	Townsville (Preview) Hi all, we will be in Townsville either Friday or Sat, does anyone know of free camp IN Townsville for a night or two, we would like to have a look around town but only have the bikes, so we don't Want to be based far out. Also is anyone around that would like to catch up.	Poppy sore eye	6	1027	02:16 PM Jun 23, 2014 by JayDee
	CAIRNS;; LIVES UP TO ITS REPUTATION. ( 1 2 ) (Preview) For some years now we have been hearing that the only travellers that Cairns is interesting in is the back packers. Called in there a couple of days back for some supplies, one business we entered I was greated by an older female on the check out who instantly had an agressive, rude attitude. I had two gas...	justcruisin01	34	2103	11:50 AM Jun 23, 2014 by Kisha
	how do you guys keep petrol safe for generator (Preview) it may not be a stupid question for safety reasons and the law, would you need a fire proof bunker for it & generator in MH	Glenelg	16	921	10:32 AM Jun 23, 2014 by Baz421
	RAVENSHOE;; (Preview) The camp near the railway that was free is no longer, moved from the upper level now to down beside the railway line & is now $10 unpowered & $15 powered. It had been very wet & muddy, just starting to dry out & didn't look inviting so we moved on to Archer Creek; 10kl down the road with larg...	justcruisin01	8	864	07:50 AM Jun 23, 2014 by _wombat_
	Our Pinnacle walk at Halls Gap (Preview) http://bkmcl.wordpress.com/2014/06/20/last-day-at-halls-gap-the-pinnacle-walk/	Oma	10	857	07:44 AM Jun 23, 2014 by kesa32
	Farewell Croydon (Preview) Came for just 2 or 3 days but stayed for 7. Caravan Park is one of the most friendly and at the same time professionally run parks we have stayed at ..... amenities are spotless, stacks of room, generators OK provided you consider other campers, home to a bowerbird and his bower and several pademelons w...	chaslib	7	1040	12:06 AM Jun 23, 2014 by MOLLUSCAN
	No dump point (Preview) Cannot believe a city the size of Ballarat does not have a public dump point. $5 to use the one a the Eureka van park.	Oma	11	2233	09:10 PM Jun 22, 2014 by Happywanderer
	On The Road Again (Preview) Hi all, Yep we have hit the road again, and after 4 days of l-o-n-g travelling we have arrived in Thargomindah, with the intention of heading out to Innamincka and Cameron Corner. Been quite an experience so far - have not used the camper trailer for some six years so, yes, as I say interesting!!! Hope to...	Pejay	1	494	05:15 PM Jun 22, 2014 by neilnruth
	The Trip Has Started (Preview) Today we started on our short journey. We left Melbourne and drove through some showers which developed into rain. We arrived in Echuca and set up in fine conditions. We stopped in Kilmore for a bite to eat, Burgers with the lot to die for at the Top of the Town Charcoal Chicken shop. Very friendly staff...	Peterpan	6	749	04:42 PM Jun 22, 2014 by Peterpan
	What we learned on our first trip. (Preview) Had our first trial run to Halls Gap. 145kms from home. All went well. Things we learned was, 1. Set your van up well before you start and it will tow well. 2.Towing is easier than first expected. 3.Have seperate sullage hoses for shower and kitchen(water backflowed into shower) 4.Only one person i...	Collo	9	1030	03:08 PM Jun 22, 2014 by aussietraveller
	yet another storm warning for Perth (Preview) Here we go again........... Home \| Alerts \| 2014 \| June \| Take action with the start of bad weather between Jurien Bay and Bremer BayBackTake action with the start of bad weather between Jurien Bay and Bremer BaySaturday 21 June 2014 - 12:20 PMIf you live between Jurien Bay and Bremer Bay you...	kiwijims	10	914	01:27 PM Jun 22, 2014 by Bryan
	The new auto McHitch (Preview) G,day I have just seen the You tube on the above hitch and am very impressed.I confess up until now I was not interested but frankly it looks so easy .Can any one put me on to an agent on the Northern side of Melb please. Would they also have any idea of cost ? Cheers	moamajohn	4	1141	10:37 AM Jun 22, 2014 by Legendts
	vegie gardens to go (Preview) HI here i am at moore park beach near bunndy lucky to have a spot on the water front as being a qld i forget about the migration at this time of year and people are here for up to 3 months at a time But got to give you guys credit for smartness because it is the first time i have seen portable vegie gardens they ha...	magraret	6	735	08:42 PM Jun 21, 2014 by Dunmowin
	A Vote Of THANKS (Preview) [spoiler] I'd like to log a word of Thank You to the Principal and Staff of the NRMA Hay, NSW office. At a recent visit to Hay our caravan door lock suffered a total break-down and needed replacement. I visited, at the recommendation of the BIG4 Caravan park, dropped in t...	Nomad1946	6	773	04:56 PM Jun 21, 2014 by TopCat
	Free.....keep your PC clean and fast (Preview) Good advice is free. I have used these before Windows 98. Get rid of all fake alerts, and keep your registry tuned up. Your PC runs faster. Update and scan weekly or when needed. Two free software downloads saves you time and money long term. You will find them on the net. Spybot Search and destroy. Clea...	Vanderee	15	1044	11:07 AM Jun 21, 2014 by Ontos45
	Interesting 5th Wheeler with motorcycle compartment... (Preview) http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/margate/caravan/5th-wheeler/1048807567	Vic41	2	622	08:00 AM Jun 21, 2014 by Vic41
	The suns rays change each day for solar panels (Preview) Being in Sa I have noticed the sun does not deliver the same amount of amps each day for solar panels? Today I been getting only 16.5 amps per hour,but 3 days ago I was pumping in 32 amps a hour from my panels, and I have been in the same position for 2 weeks now?	graham (chickenman)	9	1126	07:52 PM Jun 20, 2014 by blaze
	Ingham free camp (Preview) 48 hour stop over at the imformation centre for self contained vechicles it also has a dump point	barrie	5	604	07:50 PM Jun 20, 2014 by pambaz
	Great spot to park up for a few days. (Preview) I am currently in a the Morton N P at Bundanoon, NSW. It is a great little spot. Hot showers, clean toilets, huge camp kitchen, all well maintained and looked after. Great camping area. Plenty of wild life, and walks. $14 per night for up to 2 adults. No discount for solo. The nights here have been cold as e...	shekon	14	1351	07:46 PM Jun 20, 2014 by pambaz
	Midwinter Dinner for Antarctic Expeditioners (Preview) Each year Expeditioners at Australian Antarctic Bases celebrate the winter solstice with a day off work and a magnificent meal. Those who have returned from Antarctica (and the Sub Antarctic Islands of Macquarie and Heard )also continue to gather for the annual dinner. Midwinter has been celebr...	MOLLUSCAN	1	503	06:36 PM Jun 20, 2014 by nomadic1
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