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New Member
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Hi all, Finally bought another van, although it is a doer upper it an old road workers van. I used to repair these type of vans when I was an apprentice years back built in 1975 it still has plenty of life left and I cant wait to get it on the road so I can start touring. Attached is a photo of the van. Regards, A...
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Hi All
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I have recently joined up and have been reading different bits and pieces each time I fire up the laptop. Especially enjoy the jokes. Partner and I are on our first big trip - the half loop, up the middle, down the west coast then east to home, Adelaide (eventually) Have been vanning for several years doi...
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We have the bug
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Hi All,
I was told I should post an intro.
My wife and I bought a jayco camper van November 2016 and have done about 60 nights in it since then. We also purchased a 4wd in January and have put 18,000 kms on it - much of this travelling and exploring.
We aim to get out and about as often as possible (limite...
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A BIG WELCOME TO ALL NEW NOMADS
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A big welcome to all new Nomads who have recently subscribed to this very informative Forum. There is a (sticky) post called WHO IS THIS on the top of the page in the I DIGRESS Forum, which is a competition that has been running continuously now for a long period of time, where people post photos of famous...
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First time land traveller with van
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Good morning, and HI to all, Thanks for accepting me to the forum. We have ordered a new Avan Cruiser, but because of back orders cant get it till March unfortunately..... As I am an ex sailor and done all My travelling at sea, and am now retired from that life, am now going to get about and see this great cou...
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Hi everyone
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Hello and good morning to all. We just joined this great forum after reading it for a good while, Learning so much from it,but always feeling a bit shy to join in to the comunity, Met a great couple at Greens, Kath and Dave (Kaid) Who gave us all the push we needed, Thank you Kath,hope to see you and Dave out t...
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Obligatory Introductory Post...
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Just to complete the usual courtesies, we are a couple of 50-somethings who are planning (very) early retirement. Currently based in NSW, we've had a fair bit of experience with a Jayco Hawk and now plan to move on to something bigger and better as a semi-permanent home. Our odd working arrangements m...
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travel insurance
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we travel in our campervan for about 4 months each year and would like some feedback on travel insurance used by fellow travellers. We have not had travel insurance previously but on a recent trip we did have to return home suddenly and we lost a fair amount on pre-paid deposits. Any advice on reasona...
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Aussie Traveller annex awnings.
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Good afternoon readers, I am a new member and asking for assistance with regard to the purchase of a Aussie Traveller annexe wall kit. I would like to hear from members that have this type and if they are satisfied. Looking forward to a reply. Thankyou, soda0418
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Hello from the Newbies
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Hi everyone My husband and I are planning our retirement by mid next year and hope to hit the road and see a bit more of this beautiful country. Thank you for welcoming us into this community Tupai King
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Hello
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Solo and tossing up between keeping a base and making short trips or doing the big circuit. Have an auto 2005 LandCruiser 100 TD GXL that has been the Carport Queen and has only having towed once, my tinny from the yard to the street for its new owner. Set the vehicle up for towing a van and going years ago...
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Newbie
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Thanks for the acceptance, long time Caravaner who lost my wife due to bad medical treatment in 2015 now exploring Solo at the moment maybe will find a travelling companion one day.
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Greetz all... newbie to the clan... in vicco atm but will be hitting the road soon.. HI all
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Hi all.. im new to the clan (obviously) and soon to be taking to the road with my 2 dogs... so... simply put.. Hi to all ... any info or help is very appreciated :)
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where to stay cheaply over Xmas holidays
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Hi all We've been on road for 5 months now and prefer to stay in caravan parks. However we're worried that over the Xmas period the rates will be excessive. Anyone have any suggestions for a cheap park in NSW or Victoria please?
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Poms seeking wisdom
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Hi all, My wife and I are looking to do the big lap next year when we retire, we think we have decided on the 4x4 and caravan option. Our position is we are pommies who have fallen in love with Oz as we have kids living in QLD. We will be having to leave Oz every 3 months to reset our visa, the research we have comp...
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Hi Im an exrta long term(forever)caretaker, with green thumbs,very flexible and respectful of others/their belongings.
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Single retired man, 55, ready to commit to super long term house-sit,animal sit,and garden care. Pet free here however I love animals,. I only take on extra long term sits, that's more than 5 years and this could be forever if needed. Flexible...thats me, so Im very open to your needs and requests eg fo...
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Hello!
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Hi guys! I'm the newest member of the crew, Please welcome me!
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Satellite Tracking
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Hi everyone, I'm a newbie to the forum. I haven't quite gone around the block, but i've done many off road trips in the Prado - the Strzelecki, Walkers Crossing, following the Darling from Bourke to Wilcannia, as long as its remote! One thing that has always concerned me is that travelling in remote ar...
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New member
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G'day all just an introduction. Am new to all this. Still working but looking at offroad van/hybrid, tare weight 2000kgs, ATM 2650kgs and ball weight 140. I have purchased MQ Triton which has a 3100kg towing capacity. Would you think there would be any concerns ( excluding fuel usage ) with this set up...
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another new member :-)
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Hello, I've bought a Ford Transit with Sun Liner home attached and I'm off. Not sure where but I want to see the wild flowers and I'll be happy just riding the road and communing with nature. Single and love it, far too independent for my own good. Hoping to make 60 this Christmas. I'm really looking forwa...
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