The Grey Nomads - General

Happywanderer · Happywanderer

Leaving Echuca today. A beautiful warm sunny day. Temps dropping down tomorrow but I will be a few hundred ks further north and inland away from the rough weather. Will update where I am in case any of you are inthe area.

grandpabob · grandpabob

Hi Forum members, This Friday will see my good wife and I starting our 8 week sojourn from Brisbane to Brisbane via St George, Lightning Ridge, Cobar, Broken Hill, Menindee, Wentworth, Renmark, Mildura, Hay, Echuca, then via Kidman way to Cunnamurra then home. If any members are travelling along t...

Duh · Duh

A new travel SIM card offering global roaming rates up to 90 per cent cheaper than the major Telcos will be available soon at your local travel agency. The Anaconda Travel SIM promises global roaming rates up to 90 per cent cheaper than major Telcos and up to 30% Cheaper than Competitor SIMs. The Anaco...

regopie · regopie

As never owned a Van before we are soon to the proud owners of a New Van. Can anyone advise us of a preferred insurance company or do "clubs" receive better deals for their members. Basically, "Whats the best way to go about insuring your van". Your assistance will be gratefully...

Duh · Duh

http://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-08-21/tourists-urged-to-evacuate-from-eco-resort-due-to-bushfire/4903098

Newgale · Newgale

Hello folks We are getting close to setting out on our great trip. We will have a 4x4 rig and intend doing some adventurous outback tracks. Aldi have a 80 channel UHF radio for about a $100 at the moment. My feeling is that our radio is too important to risk a radio that I know little about. What do peopl...

Helena · Helena

Well we are off tomorrow to give the van it's first try out we are only going for a week and just down to Pt Elliot as we need to try out the electrics and make sure is all well with them so we are hoping for a few good days at least although the way the weather is we don't fancy our chances much after we have been to...

Crashtac · Crashtac

Well about 2 weeks ago we left Gladstone SA to go to Perth WA. We got as far as Kimba and my 100 series was getting hot (6cyl petrol auto), so I thought it might have been just a thermostat, which I got from the Toyota dealer ther $45, job done headed off again and woe be gone the cruiser is still getting hot st...

Beggsy · Beggsy

Hi everyone, I was just wondering if anyone has stayed at dingo creek, approx 10km nth side of Longreach? Travellers I have met have told me that 'the waterhole' gets crowded, dusty and no shade. Would appreciate comments and suggestions. Cheers SueB.

Crackles · Crackles

Good Afternoon everyone, Just wondering about Moisture removal products are being used to keep moisture levels at an acceptable level. I am currently using Hippos and damp rid but they seem just to slow and I am still getting mould under the sink. On TV just now I seen a commercial for a Moisture Cure eg...

magraret · magraret

hi to all first does anyone us a crash cam and if you do what brand do you use and do you find them any good

BushbabyandGumnut · BushbabyandGumnut

Hi we are looking at a 2005 Nissan Patrol GU ii DX single cab tray top.(We are pulling a 22 ft van). What is the tow rating and any feedback,good or bad would be appreciated. Thanks

allinone · allinone

Has anyone had experience staying near Gunnedah when Agquip is on. Agquip in on this week 20-22 August 2013 and was thinkingof going and will be travelling from Newcastle region. -- Edited by allinone on Sunday 18th of August 2013 09:24:46 AM

the rocket · the rocket

hi, they are auctioning new vans on ebay. wondered if anyone has bought one and what does everyone think? also, if they are sold at auction does that mean the warranty is non existant? -- Edited by the rocket on Monday 19th of August 2013 02:23:52 PM

Baz421 · Baz421

Hi all Are there any free camps around Goondiwindi,,, say 40km please. Can't find any in books and going there for car service next week. Thanks in advance. Baz

Kantiki · Kantiki

My husband works in Armidale so since my retirement I have been spending some time at Dumaresque Dam. This saves him driving there and back each day. Of course, I do my bit with all the reading, walking, chatting to neighbours etc. Last weekend, I wondered why our security sensor light (25 bucks from...

Beth54 · Beth54

http://catalogues.repco.com.au/offer/automotive-communications-equipment-supplies/oricom-5w-speaker-with-controller-mic/4vkjerlla.html?source=catalogue

Crashtac · Crashtac

Hey I just read the story about the Rv of the future on the front page. If people want more info on the water generator that makes water from the air they should look at this web site http://drinkableair.com/ I am also sure I have seen Australian sellers on EBay or Gumtree. Cheers Andrew

smiley · smiley

Hi here I am in Clermont, Solo Traveller, I am going into the gold fields and was hoping to find other like mind GN wanting to do the same, Anyone out there?? The weather is great predicted 31 today, A bit hot for detecting but it beats the cold, There also is not a lot of places that you can free camp in town 2-...

jules47 · jules47

Great dinner, thanks Mel (MSG) - beef was cooked to perfection as was the rest of the meal - though I still reckon Steve and Billeeeeeee should have done the dishes!!!!!!

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	On the Road Again (Preview) Leaving Echuca today. A beautiful warm sunny day. Temps dropping down tomorrow but I will be a few hundred ks further north and inland away from the rough weather. Will update where I am in case any of you are inthe area.	Happywanderer	19	1114	11:32 PM Aug 22, 2013 by Happywanderer
	Our Travel Plans (Preview) Hi Forum members, This Friday will see my good wife and I starting our 8 week sojourn from Brisbane to Brisbane via St George, Lightning Ridge, Cobar, Broken Hill, Menindee, Wentworth, Renmark, Mildura, Hay, Echuca, then via Kidman way to Cunnamurra then home. If any members are travelling along t...	grandpabob	5	704	11:28 PM Aug 22, 2013 by Happywanderer
	Anaconda Travel Sim Card (Preview) A new travel SIM card offering global roaming rates up to 90 per cent cheaper than the major Telcos will be available soon at your local travel agency. The Anaconda Travel SIM promises global roaming rates up to 90 per cent cheaper than major Telcos and up to 30% Cheaper than Competitor SIMs. The Anaco...	Duh	3	2083	04:22 PM Aug 22, 2013 by Duh
	Caravan Insurance (Preview) As never owned a Van before we are soon to the proud owners of a New Van. Can anyone advise us of a preferred insurance company or do "clubs" receive better deals for their members. Basically, "Whats the best way to go about insuring your van". Your assistance will be gratefully...	regopie	13	1122	11:18 PM Aug 22, 2013 by Big Gorilla
	BUSH FIRE ALERT FOR AREA NORTH OF BROOME - FIRE OUT OF CONTROL (Preview) http://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-08-21/tourists-urged-to-evacuate-from-eco-resort-due-to-bushfire/4903098	Duh	1	547	04:32 PM Aug 22, 2013 by Gerty Dancer
	ALDI UHF Radio (Preview) Hello folks We are getting close to setting out on our great trip. We will have a 4x4 rig and intend doing some adventurous outback tracks. Aldi have a 80 channel UHF radio for about a $100 at the moment. My feeling is that our radio is too important to risk a radio that I know little about. What do peopl...	Newgale	8	2594	09:40 PM Aug 21, 2013 by 03_troopy
	try out (Preview) Well we are off tomorrow to give the van it's first try out we are only going for a week and just down to Pt Elliot as we need to try out the electrics and make sure is all well with them so we are hoping for a few good days at least although the way the weather is we don't fancy our chances much after we have been to...	Helena	7	700	02:55 AM Aug 22, 2013 by Helena
	A Bad Way to Start a Trek (Preview) Well about 2 weeks ago we left Gladstone SA to go to Perth WA. We got as far as Kimba and my 100 series was getting hot (6cyl petrol auto), so I thought it might have been just a thermostat, which I got from the Toyota dealer ther $45, job done headed off again and woe be gone the cruiser is still getting hot st...	Crashtac	13	1218	09:09 PM Aug 21, 2013 by aussietraveller
	Dingo Creek (Preview) Hi everyone, I was just wondering if anyone has stayed at dingo creek, approx 10km nth side of Longreach? Travellers I have met have told me that 'the waterhole' gets crowded, dusty and no shade. Would appreciate comments and suggestions. Cheers SueB.	Beggsy	2	732	03:49 PM Aug 21, 2013 by Beggsy
	Moisture (Preview) Good Afternoon everyone, Just wondering about Moisture removal products are being used to keep moisture levels at an acceptable level. I am currently using Hippos and damp rid but they seem just to slow and I am still getting mould under the sink. On TV just now I seen a commercial for a Moisture Cure eg...	Crackles	15	1420	05:17 AM Aug 21, 2013 by Dunmowin
	crash cams (Preview) hi to all first does anyone us a crash cam and if you do what brand do you use and do you find them any good	magraret	14	1509	01:54 AM Aug 21, 2013 by Sheba
	possible new tug (Preview) Hi we are looking at a 2005 Nissan Patrol GU ii DX single cab tray top.(We are pulling a 22 ft van). What is the tow rating and any feedback,good or bad would be appreciated. Thanks	BushbabyandGumnut	8	807	01:50 AM Aug 21, 2013 by BushbabyandGumnut
	Agquip at Gunnedah and stopovers Agquip Gunnedah (Preview) Has anyone had experience staying near Gunnedah when Agquip is on. Agquip in on this week 20-22 August 2013 and was thinkingof going and will be travelling from Newcastle region. -- Edited by allinone on Sunday 18th of August 2013 09:24:46 AM	allinone	4	908	12:33 AM Aug 21, 2013 by allinone
	Ebay - trade empire (Preview) hi, they are auctioning new vans on ebay. wondered if anyone has bought one and what does everyone think? also, if they are sold at auction does that mean the warranty is non existant? -- Edited by the rocket on Monday 19th of August 2013 02:23:52 PM	the rocket	6	777	06:08 PM Aug 20, 2013 by the rocket
	GOONDiWINDI - ANY FREE CAMPS CLOSE BY??? (Preview) Hi all Are there any free camps around Goondiwindi,,, say 40km please. Can't find any in books and going there for car service next week. Thanks in advance. Baz	Baz421	7	4876	04:44 PM Aug 20, 2013 by Baz421
	Free camping assault ( 1 2 ) (Preview) My husband works in Armidale so since my retirement I have been spending some time at Dumaresque Dam. This saves him driving there and back each day. Of course, I do my bit with all the reading, walking, chatting to neighbours etc. Last weekend, I wondered why our security sensor light (25 bucks from...	Kantiki	40	4428	10:33 PM Aug 19, 2013 by deconuts
	New UHF (Preview) http://catalogues.repco.com.au/offer/automotive-communications-equipment-supplies/oricom-5w-speaker-with-controller-mic/4vkjerlla.html?source=catalogue	Beth54	5	760	04:11 AM Aug 20, 2013 by justcruisin01
	RV of the Future (Preview) Hey I just read the story about the Rv of the future on the front page. If people want more info on the water generator that makes water from the air they should look at this web site http://drinkableair.com/ I am also sure I have seen Australian sellers on EBay or Gumtree. Cheers Andrew	Crashtac	3	588	03:32 AM Aug 20, 2013 by Tim thetruckie
	gold detecting Clermont (Preview) Hi here I am in Clermont, Solo Traveller, I am going into the gold fields and was hoping to find other like mind GN wanting to do the same, Anyone out there?? The weather is great predicted 31 today, A bit hot for detecting but it beats the cold, There also is not a lot of places that you can free camp in town 2-...	smiley	5	729	01:31 AM Aug 20, 2013 by chaslib
	Thanks for dinner (Preview) Great dinner, thanks Mel (MSG) - beef was cooked to perfection as was the rest of the meal - though I still reckon Steve and Billeeeeeee should have done the dishes!!!!!!	jules47	2	705	12:34 AM Aug 20, 2013 by ken thomas
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