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Michelle and Heatley relaxing at Lake Lenthall near Maryborough, Queensland

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Ahh the serenity at Lake Lenthall, near Maryborough, Queensland

Michelle and Heatley relaxing at Lake Lenthall near Maryborough, Queensland We had a fab night here! Lake Lenthall is a budget priced camp near Maryborough, Queensland. You’ll meet Ranger Rob – who was so helpful and full of knowledge. He and his wife were out today whipper snipping. They live onsite and really do take pride in the campground – it shows! The lawn was well tended, and the gardens looked lovely. Ranger Rob Every day, he opens the gate around 6am and closes it about 8pm. It is only 4 km from the grounds, but it is a rough,

Michelle Gilmore 30 September, 2022

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New budget camp: Buxton Bush Retreat, near Childers, Queensland

Kerrie and Brian have opened up their 17 acre property at Buxton, near Childers for camping. It is half way between Bundaberg and Hervey Bay, Queensland with 8 dedicated camping areas set amongst natural bushland. Brian said, “The camp sites are all flat, fully grassed and well maintained. Each campsite has its own fire pit and an initial supply of firewood (plenty more available in the ‘bush’ areas). The campsites are only suitable for fully self contained motorhomes, RVs and Caravans as there is no power, water or shower toilet facilities on site (as yet).” The couple live on site

Michelle Gilmore 30 September, 2022

Perrys Lookdown campground, Blue Mountains National Park

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4 new FREE camp sites in the Blue Mountains, New South Wales

Perrys Lookdown campground, Blue Mountains National Park We are pleased to announce there are two new reserves we have listed near Sydney’s beautiful Blue Mountains, plus a recent day use area is now available for camping and a new tent only site! Londonderry Reserve, NSW Londonderry Reserve There are no bookings for this new site. You’ll find BBQs and picnic tables, but no toilets or showers. Suitable for all except Big Rigs, please note this free camp is boggy in wet weather. Hartley Reserve 4WD only with steep unsealed access – you can camp here with your caravan, tent and

Michelle Gilmore 30 September, 2022

Darke Peak Hotel - Georgie Nagel Photography

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NEW owners for Darke Peak Hotel, Eyre Peninsula, South Australia

Darke Peak Hotel – Georgie Nagel Photography Congratulations to Elli and Jake, new owners of Darke Peak Hotel on the Eyre Peninsula, South Australia. New publican, Jake worked previously as a refrigeration mechanic Image Georgie Nagel Photography Although the couple have spent the last seven years in Melbourne, Elli grew up in the town and has a lovely connection to the pub. “There are no shops in town, so I spent a lot of time at the pub. My first job was washing dishes and babysitting the kids here, it was like a home to me.” The historic pub was built in

Michelle Gilmore 9 September, 2022

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Budget priced and pet friendly: Doonvilla RV Park, Maryborough, Queensland

Maryborough, on the Fraser Coast of Queensland, really gets the thumbs up from us when it comes to free and budget camping options. Doonvilla RV Park is run by the Doon Villa Football Club Inc. Next to Maryborough Airport, Qld. Don’t worry – we couldn’t even hear the planes when we were there, the larger airport is in nearby Hervey Bay. It is great to be helping a local club for children! Here’s one of the comments from our Facebook page: “And all of the players are thankful to everyone who stays! You’re helping plenty of kids get outside and active

Michelle Gilmore 29 July, 2022

Carmel Cider Co Camp - image Overland Exposure

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Perth’s best camping secret: Carmel Cider Co, Western Australia

You know what they say about an apple a day! Carmel Cider Co Camp is our Ambassador Daniel’s happy place and Perth’s best kept camping secret – where you can camp amongst the apple trees or in the paddock and have a cidery down the driveway! It is just $20 a night, per vehicle, for an unpowered site. Ambassador Manda says the owners are lovely and there are toilets on site too (no showers or power) and it is only 25 minutes from Perth! There are minimal facilities, a dam for kayaking / swimming, cidery open for sales and tasting.

Michelle Gilmore 22 July, 2022

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NEW Budget Camp: R & R Farm Stay, near Mallanganee, New South Wales

Lehanne and Bruce welcome you to their working farm for a peaceful and quiet stopover in northern New South Wales. Just listed, they offer a limited number of unpowered sites, and booking is essential. Come and visit the farm animals: alpacas, cattle, mini goats, mini horse and poultry. There’s bird watching, bush walking, wildlife, plus paddock and yards for horses. It is suitable for all vehicles and it is pet-friendly. There are basic amenities (camp kitchen, showers and toilets) and there is a 48 hour maximum stay. Firewood and firepits are provided. Find this camp 17 km from Tabulam, or 10

Michelle Gilmore 22 July, 2022

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Chambers Pillar: MUST SEE and 4WD budget camp, Northern Territory

Not just a camp area, this historical reserve is 160 km south of Alice Springs and is dominated by a 50m high sandstone pillar. At sunrise and sunset, the red and orange in the rock are impressive over the Simpson Desert plain. There are short walks so you can explore, take photos and local wildlife. Castle Rock, Northern Territory The local Aboriginal people believe that the pillar is the gecko ancestor Itirkawara. He and his wife were banished – turning into rock, his wife is Castle Rock, 500 metres north east. Also check out historical markers – John MacDouall Stuart

Michelle Gilmore 25 May, 2022

Beaches & Coasts

Oceanfront FREE CAMP: Green Point Beach, Marrawah, Tasmania

Here is a beautiful coastal campsite in the rugged west coast of Tasmania. It is free, pet friendly and protected from the wind. Metres down the road, you’re at the beach! The park here has toilets, cold showers, a playground, sheltered BBQ and picnic tables right over the beach with AMAZING views. There are more picnic tables in the camp area (see the video below). Suited for motorhomes, campervans, camper trailers and tents. Bring drinking water. Cold outdoor showers. No open fires allowed. The campsite is clearly signed and on the right before the beach. Choose from flat bitumen sites

Michelle Gilmore 18 March, 2022

budget camping

Ahh the serenity at Lake Lenthall, near Maryborough, Queensland

New budget camp: Buxton Bush Retreat, near Childers, Queensland

4 new FREE camp sites in the Blue Mountains, New South Wales

NEW owners for Darke Peak Hotel, Eyre Peninsula, South Australia

Budget priced and pet friendly: Doonvilla RV Park, Maryborough, Queensland

Perth’s best camping secret: Carmel Cider Co, Western Australia

NEW Budget Camp: R & R Farm Stay, near Mallanganee, New South Wales

Chambers Pillar: MUST SEE and 4WD budget camp, Northern Territory

Oceanfront FREE CAMP: Green Point Beach, Marrawah, Tasmania

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