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Birdwatching

Our Dorrigo Roadtrip and why we loved it!

Well, we’ve had requests to share last month’s wonderful New South Wales getaway. A couple of places we stayed with friends on their farms – so have substituted AMAZING sites nearby. We also made the starting point as Brisbane. So here it is: DAY 1 Brisbane to Koreelah Creek Camp, NSW (no pets) – 108km Koreelah Creek Camp, NSW Take in Queensland’s Scenic Rim – we had a fantastic lunch at Harrisville’s Royal Hotel (a free camp), picked up fresh vege at Kalbar and drove past Lake Moogerah. (Extra night? Stop here at the caravan park or The Gorge near Aratula.)

Michelle Gilmore 17 September, 2024

Destinations

What to do and where to stay at Wee Waa, New South Wales

What a beautiful town – with an interesting name. The Kamilaroi meaning is ‘Fire for Roasting’ and you pronounce it War, not Wah! We stopped out here for an 18th, but stayed out of town, on a cotton property. Cotton is what the town is known for, and why it is called Australia’s Cotton Capital. Wee Waa is also said to be the oldest town on the Namoi. Originally cattle and cereal crops drove local income, but in the 1960s, cotton farming began. However we did have time for lunch, and were right royally treated at the Imperial Hotel. I

Michelle Gilmore 21 August, 2024

Camping

Best advice we’ve heard for camping and RV travel ever

Well into our winter travels, here are some more Camping 101 tips! Some we wish we’d known before we tackled the Gibb River Road and the Bungle Bungles. Spare tyres! Bring more than one spare for your van, or have interchangeable tyres for your vehicle and RV. Looking at these pics, doesn’t Dad deserve the best for Father’s Day? Just purchase a CAMPS AUSTRALIA WIDE print guide, and you are in the draw to win a $3595 Di Blasi R32 folding pedal tricycle from Trike Bike. Use the promo code DAD20 and get 20% off for Father’s Day! T&C applies,

Michelle Gilmore 16 August, 2024

Cosy Corner South, Bay Of Fires, Tasmania

Camping

Aussie Camping 101: Dos and Don’ts

Here’s some basic courtesies with Aussie camping – if we all followed them, then perhaps more FREE camping sites would open up, and certainly less would close down.

Michelle Gilmore 15 August, 2024

Destinations

Why we love Winton, Queensland – must do attractions

Waltzing Matilda Centre Winton QLD Winton is a very interesting destination – and a MUST for Banjo Paterson fans. There are references to the famous Australian everywhere! Where else can you walk on the lyrics of “Waltzing Matilda”? Or stroll amongst the jumbucks and stanzas of this beloved Aussie song. Even the Swagman is immortalised in a statue in town. Walk on the lyrics of Waltzing Matilda – Winton QLD There are loads of options in town for caravan parks and pub stays, and a couple of waterside camps south of town, including our stop for the night, Long Waterhole.

Michelle Gilmore 31 July, 2024

Cable Beach - Image by Overland Exposure

Beaches & Coasts

Must Dos in Broome, Western Australia

Cable Beach – Image by Overland Exposure Broome is remote! It is almost 2000 km to drive from Darwin, and over 2000km to Perth. When we initially planned our trip we just couldn’t fit it in. At Home Valley Station, which we had planned as our turnaround spot, we decided to extend our trip. I was so pleased, partly because I would finally see Broome! Here’s what our family loved. 1. Pearl Luggers Seriously don’t miss the Pearl Luggers, it was awesome! We all learnt so much about the industry, the history and early Broome. We tasted pearl meat and

Michelle Gilmore 18 June, 2024

Bucket List

Must-See Outback Events in Australia 2024

Outback and country Australia has some very quirky events – world class festivals, rodeos, concerts, regattas and more … We’ve asked people travelling with the CAMPS AUSTRALIA WIDE App and books to share some of their favourite regional events across this vast land. Here’s a guide to the best festivals and gatherings – a smorgasbord of music, culture, sport and Aussie icons! Enjoy six months of fun, just waiting to be experienced. Coober Pedy Opal Festival MAY May 2 – 5 AUSTRALIAN CELTIC FESTIVAL Glen Innes, NSW https://www.australiancelticfestival.com/ May 3 – 5 FESTIVAL OF OUTBACK SKIES Hughenden, QLD https://festivalofoutbackskies.com.au/ May

Michelle Gilmore 17 May, 2024

Buying a caravan - Michael Lennon with his rig

Caravans

Free Camping in the News

CAMPS Traveller, Michael Lennon shared this with us: Recently the following questions were put to participants: “Have you bought or considered buying a caravan in the last few years?

Michelle Gilmore 11 April, 2024

Camping

Big Lap part 5 – what we forgot to tell you…

If you’ve been following our socials, you’ll know about our NSW South Coast roadtrip into East Gippsland. This week, we’re in the Victorian High Country and loving it! Like our swim in the Snowy River at McKillops Bridge! Meanwhile, I had promised to tell you about our horror happening at Elephant Cove, latest apps and share info on the states we didn’t visit on our first ever lap. Winner Announcement Congratulations to Bev B. from Hervey Bay, QLD who won our $20,000 Kimberley Holiday Giveaway! Thanks to everyone who entered. We’re hoping to experience the Horizontal Falls, too – perhaps

Michelle Gilmore 1 March, 2024

Trip Planning

Our Dorrigo Roadtrip and why we loved it!

What to do and where to stay at Wee Waa, New South Wales

Best advice we’ve heard for camping and RV travel ever

Aussie Camping 101: Dos and Don’ts

Why we love Winton, Queensland – must do attractions

Must Dos in Broome, Western Australia

Must-See Outback Events in Australia 2024

Free Camping in the News

Big Lap part 5 – what we forgot to tell you…

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