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Must see and dos in Julia Creek, Queensland

East of Cloncurry on the Overlander’s Way, Julia Creek have made tourism their business, an RV Friendly Town that welcomes travellers, offering fun ‘bucket-list’ activities for all. It was the combination of a soak in hot springs and seeing a little native marsupial that made sure this location was a stopover night. Book to see the dunnart feeding at the visitor centre, daily at 10am and 2pm (weekdays only from November to March). I didn’t know what a dunnart was – but this rare little critter, and the promise of an artesian bath, kept us here overnight. That’s not all

Michelle Gilmore 29 August, 2024

Spa Camp Wooramel Riverside Retreat by Overland Exposure

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5 SOOTHING SPA CAMPS IN AUSTRALIA

Wooramel Riverside Retreat by Overland Exposure Soothe away your aches in hot mineral spa! You’ll love these bucket-list Australian outback camps to soak in artesian water… Wooramel River Retreat, WA CAMPS Ambassadors Manda and Daniel described it as: “An oasis in the middle of nowhere WA! About an hour south of Carnarvon and roughly 2 hours north of Denham, we highly recommend this one. The manager and staff [are] super lovely …and the Thermal Pools were outstanding. I can’t wait for the cafe area to open too, it will just be next level.” See more photos over here. Wooramel Riverside

Michelle Gilmore 27 August, 2024

The Sandstone Caves in the Pilliga Nature Reserve @thatladyfrombrazil via Instagram

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What is The Pilliga?

The Sandstone Caves in the Pilliga Nature Reserve @thatladyfrombrazil via Instagram So many times we’ve driven the Newell Highway south, from Narrabri to Coonabarabran – through the desolate Pilliga Forest, totally oblivious that there was so much to discover here! Pilliga means ‘Swamp Oak’ and the Pilliga Forest (or Pilliga Scrub) is an Aussie icon and includes Pilliga Nature Reserve, Timmallallie National Park, Pilliga West, and East State Conservation Areas. There is more than 500 000 hectares with 2000 km of trails. Here’s some must see spots: Baradine This town hosts the Pilliga Discovery Centre – with all the information you’ll

Michelle Gilmore 23 August, 2024

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Cool down at a Dinner Plain chalet in Victoria

Cascade Chalet We’ve just heard it is snowing again in Dinner Plain, near Hotham, Victoria. A friend, who also is a Dinner Plain fan says, “It snows every month in Dinner Plain”. When we’re not camping, we drive up the Great Alpine Road to our home-away-from-home. You can also escape the summer heat and book Cascade Chalet now – it’s available and sleeps 8. You can park your van or RV in the driveway, and enjoy hikes, wildlife, frisbee golf, pub nights, walks to cattlemen’s huts and a waterfall! Use Cascade as a base to explore SOOO many gorgeous mountain

Michelle Gilmore 22 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

Camps Australia Wide stop at Winton - Long Waterhole, Queensland - Drone image by Hugh Gilmore

Destinations

Favourite free camp: Long Waterhole, Winton, Queensland

Drone image by Hugh Gilmore Geez, we enjoyed our night here! The sky and birdlife was amazing – but rug up as it was on the chilly side (it was winter).⠀ Long Waterhole in Winton, Queensland is commonly known as the locals’ waterhole. It is approximately 2 km from Winton (dirt road) on the Jundah Road. Long Waterhole is man-made and was once used during the Outback Festival as the site for the World Crayfish Derby! Camps Australia Wide stop at Winton – Long Waterhole The townsfolk often go there in the summertime for a swim and occasionally a speedboat

Michelle Gilmore 30 July, 2024

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Exploring the Meander Valley, Tasmania

Travelling further afield from Launceston, the Meander Valley Highway is well named. It is so pretty, you want to take your time exploring, what I imagine, a drive through the English countryside might look like – quaint towns, historic buildings, churches and a village green. Driving into Hadspen just on the left as you are coming in off the highway is the Discovery Holiday Park Hadspen. It has an IGA attached to it, so you can get fuel and supplies here. It was nice to see those little extras on offer as well like a coffee machine in the camp

Leisa Cooper 23 May, 2024

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Budget oceanside camp at Eagle Bluff, Shark Bay, Western Australia

Eagle Bluff is one of four coastal sites south of Denham. It is located in the UNESCO Shark Bay World Heritage Area, 22 km from Denham. From high cliffs and 400 metre boardwalk overlooking Denham Sound, we spotted lots of marine and bird life here. Keep your eyes out for ospreys, dugongs, dolphins, sharks and rays. Camping at Eagle Bluff is located 2 km down the 4 km access track to the board walk on your right hand side. It is one night only at this pristine location and there are no amenities. All four sites, including Fowlers Camp, Whalebone Bay and

Michelle Gilmore 6 May, 2024

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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

Destinations

Must see and dos in Julia Creek, Queensland

5 SOOTHING SPA CAMPS IN AUSTRALIA

What is The Pilliga?

Cool down at a Dinner Plain chalet in Victoria

Why we love Winton, Queensland – must do attractions

Favourite free camp: Long Waterhole, Winton, Queensland

Exploring the Meander Valley, Tasmania

Budget oceanside camp at Eagle Bluff, Shark Bay, Western Australia

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

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