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Just joined
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Hi there, Dave & Di, we've just joined up after lurking for a while. Just ordered the new van, house is going on the market soon (let's hope it sells before the van is ready for pick up) and then the tug has to be ordered and delivered and modified and all the rest of the stuff we've read about while lurk...
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GPS Tracker
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Having recently purchased a gps tracking device for our new van. I would be interested hear from enyone as to the best location to fix it. I have also got a hard wiring kit for same
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Kiwi's hobbled again.
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Well you would'nt read about it, 70km from Camooweal and 50km across the border into Northern Territory the water pump on the cruiser packs a sad. No cell phone coverage, Sat phone can not be used for 1800 numbers it appears. A passing motorist took me to a police station to ring RACQ. Result, Cruiser o...
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Soon to be grey nomads
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Hello all We are planning to hit the road in a couple of years and now starting to look at a caravan. we want to have something soon to hit the road for some short trips etc to get comfortable with things. The advice I am looking for is what are the good brand to consider. we want to spend a couple of years doi...
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Kiwial
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Oils aint Oils for Oilers
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This has probably been asked before...but....what is the general consensus of all you diesel heads on the best quality diesel available in Australia?...I wanna give our old engine every chance to perform at her best, and need input and thoughts on what you have all experienced. Toyota 2.8 mechanic...
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Heating for Caravan
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Hi, am from FNQ and holidaying in Victoria. Van is 19.6' and has an roof heater which is fine most of the time. On really cold day need something else as the cold comes up through the floor. Never use a heater in FNQ and would like any suggestions on what to purchase or to do. thanks!
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Caravan awning
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I am thinking of buying walls for the roll out awning ( a 13 ft caravan , awning is about 10 ft long ) what to buy vinyl , or other I see a lot of vinyl ones about then other campers use a different type. Some people have a door in the end of the awning , others have a door way in the long side . I beleive th...
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my van
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Private medical cover
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My Dr wants me to have a MRI scan done on my hip and medi care does not cover it , not a problem i think, i have private cover with extras , phone them up to find out if i'am covered ,sorry your not covered for this, only if your in hospital for out of pocket expences then why do you give me hearing aids ,when iam...
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I HAVE ARRIVED IN TOWNSVILLE
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Yep I arrived after 6 hours of driving and here I am where I left off around a month ago. I am settled in at my daughters free camp in the back yard and ready to rest up for a couple of days for a start. I was greeted at the front front gate by the two grand children so what a good start. If anyone is around just yell...
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the 4 points
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well i guess some of you will know that we have had a "bit of bad luck" of late, mostly caused by other people,, well the thought of selling up and heading off has been put on hold for a few years yet, but as the song goes I get knocked down but i get back up again....anyway have always had this desir...
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Victor Harbour
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We're heading towards Victor Harbour SA for a slow stroll around the coast :) The past few days we've been relaxing at Tailem Bend, I found it to be a nice town and the bakery there is to die for.... hubby enjoys trying the bakeries and we've put there in the top ten we've found so far... so if your ever there...
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UPDATE 26/5/13
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Howdy, Well today is not really a good day as it is the 2nd anniversary of loosing my dear Margaret to cancer. I am with my eldest daughter, son in-law and two grand children in Townsville after arriving late afternnoon Saturday so my mind is occupied with happy thoughts as well. Now, I spent the last w...
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Dougwe
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Car and Caravan accident.
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Hello all, We were travelling across the nulubor from South Australia to Western Australia on Tuesday when our car and caravan rolled. We have survived the accident with some injuries but happy to be here to talk about it. The insurance company are making a decision this week to see if both are writte...
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Van & MH rego NSW
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The old chestnut has come to the surface again so I contacted my local pollie to express concerns at the cost of Van and MH rego in NSW and to see what their thoughts were on the subject. Not unexpected I got the "Blame the other guy response" I think now is the time for all NSW Van and MH owner...
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Palm Creek Folk Festival
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If you find yourself somewhere near Townsville this weekend there is a grest little music festival 40ks south of town. I'll be there with the Willobago. Say Hi if you are around.
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A question from Trish & Dave newbies - for the long term travellers
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I have put my notice in at work - yahoo - 23 August is my last day. My partner has just got to do his. We hope to be leaving on 30 August and will make our way to Birdsville for the races which are on 6 and 7 September. Then after there we hope to have some work lined up and will head to there. We are planning on b...
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I met another nomad
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I left Taroom this morning, and now at Gil Weir, just west of Miles. And who should be camped nearby but the famous Dougwe! Yes, we finally met. It was no coincidence though. When I heard Doug may cross my path, I got in his way so he couldn't miss me!  We had a lovely chat until it just got too cold to s...
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What do you do with your vans?
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Hi, I have been reading the threads on travels and where everyone goes etc, but if you want to go to a place and set up your caravan for a while...but also go and see the sights etc. What do you do? Les and I love looking at old cemeteries, ruins, museums, etc. so we plan on going to see these and other things wh...
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WHAT'S ON.... Public events
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Raglan Air show 25 .. . 26 May at Old Raglan Station ( property ) Central Qld between Gladstone and Rockhampton
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my van
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Travel in a garden shed
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http://www.whatsupdownunder.com.au/News/RV-s/HOLIDAY-TRAVEL-IN-A-GARDEN-SHED-WHY-NOTTravel
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