When it comes to celebrating industry excellence, the annual Caravan Industry Victoria (CIV) Hall of Fame and Industry Awards ceremony is one of the most prestigious events in Australia. The 2024 event took place on 21 June at Melbourne's Crown Palla

‘More with less’ – that's the credo of the modern ute. As displacements descend from the hairy-chested V8s, V6s and big-cube fours and fives of years past, the modern paradigm of low-displacement, high-boost turbo diesels is one that appears to be se

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Being Bourke born and bred, I've something of a soft spot for this remote town in northern New South Wales. Tucked on the banks of the Darling-Baaka River in remote north NSW, Bourke's claim to fame is that it was once one of Australia's largest inla

Longreach sits on the Tropic of Capricorn and is 690km west of Rockhampton. Close to the geographic centre of Queensland, the town stands at the junction of the east–west Landsborough Highway (which shadows the Central Western railway line) and the n

Vibe Caravans is a relatively new name in the Australian caravan industry. Established just two years ago, Vibe manufactures in Craigieburn, Victoria. I must confess that I hadn't heard of the manufacturer until Joe Gomes from Auswide Caravans and RV

Before hitting the road, make sure you are ready for the challenge. Towing a caravan poses unique challenges and requires different skills than driving a standalone vehicle. Caravans have a considerable impact on the handling and braking capabilities

Safety when camping, whether you're in a caravan park, national park or a great camping area off the beaten track, goes hand in hand with a successful trip. Despite what we might wish, caravan and camping holidays are not devoid of hazards, danger, r

Crossing into the Northern Territory (NT), the road conditions immediately revealed their rugged nature, with patches, potholes and ruts even on major routes fitting the Territory's wild reputation. While Western Australia has nearly completed the in

As if on cue to reinforce what we had been hearing for the past few days about Darwin's experience during World War II, our night out on the Stokes Hill Wharf was cancelled. Workers had discovered a rusting Japanese bomb on a new construction project

This month's winner will receive a Purple Line Saracen Ultra Hitch Lock valued at $189. Saracen Ultra is a highly visible, compact, highsecurity lock which works both hitched and unhitched to keep would-be caravan thieves at bay. It fits to most stan

6–8 September 2024 Head to Sydney Dragway to see the latest RVs, 4WDs, boats, outdoor accessories and more. Check out the full lineup of exhibitors and activities online: sydney.4wdshow.com.au 27–29 September 2024 Pay homage to Australia's bush folkl

Created by our sister brand, Hema Maps, the Hema Safe initiative is launching next month on Sunday 8 September, and everyone is invited for a day dedicated to learning safe towing practices. There'll be plenty to see and do and be sure to bring your

An essential part of caravan safety is a proper first aid kit. When the staff in the Melbourne office recently went through their first aid certification, it was a timely reminder that it was time to update the kit in our car. We have carried it for

Naturalist David Attenborough has described the Horizontal Falls on WA's Kimberley Coast as “one of the greatest wonders of the natural world”, and it's easy to see why. The Lalang-garram/Horizontal Falls Marine Park is a protected area covering the

Goonoonoorrang, the traditional name for Kununurra by the Miriuwung and Gajerrong peoples, translates to ‘river’ or ‘big water’ which is appropriate for a town that sits on the mighty 650km-long Ord River. Located just 55km from the Northern Territor

Let us introduce ourselves… We are Vicki and Glenn, also known on socials and YouTube as Happy Campers Australia. We have been caravanning for many years and traveling full time in our offroad single axle caravan since 2018. Over the years we have pi

Anyone who has been to New Zealand will know that although the recreational vehicle (RV) industry there looks similar to Australia's, there are quite a few differences. One is that there are a considerable number of European-built caravans and motorh

Winter is a great time for getting the campfire going for those true cosy cool-night vibes. But it's essential that you stay fire safe and have a reliable fire extinguisher with you wherever you go, even when you don't have the van hitched up. The Fi

When you are in the market for a new caravan it's vital to look at the merits of the product, but it is equally important to make your own evaluation of the company that stands behind that product. During the frenzied spike in demand for caravans in

The first edition of 3001 Things to see & do around Australia is a travel guide compiled by local explorer James Allen. Using activity icons and Hema Maps’ award-winning cartography, this guide makes it easy to plan your activities and routes around

We've been in southern Queensland for the past few weeks, enjoying the warmer weather and taking time to check on some new vans. On one of the reviews, and in what was a first for me on a review, we got well and truly bogged. Deep sand on Bribie Isla

When it comes to beach camping, Western Australia can leave you feeling overwhelmed – the good kind, that is. The vast state's coastline stretches for nearly 13,000km. The options of where to park, experience wildlife, watch an Indian Ocean sunset an

If you love gold rush history, heritage buildings, wineries, charming villages and beautiful landscapes, then these four townships in the Indigo Shire are for you. Located an easy three-hour drive from Melbourne along the Hume Highway and a stone's t

One of the most abhorred chores of caravanning life is the emptying of the cassette from the toilet – the queues at dump points, the splashing, the smell – yuck. Admittedly, I've never done it. It's not in my position description of caravan tasks so

TOTAL TIME: 20 minutes SERVES: 4 • 2 cups Greek yoghurt • 2 cups self-raising flour (more for desired consistency) • Pinch of salt • Olive oil Mix yoghurt, flour and salt in a bowl; add extra flour until it loses its stickiness and can be rolled into

The Walkinshaw Group isn't a name that might be associated with Coromal Caravans. However earlier this year, Tourism Holding Limited (THL) signed a deal for THL to manufacture Coromal vans on its behalf. This is why the new Coromal Soul Seeker range

Let's start with a basic explanation of vehicle weights – for more detailed explanations of the most common term refer to our ‘Caravan safety 101’ article on page 20 and online. The kerb mass of a vehicle is essentially how much it weighs unloaded (i

Cooking outside is a favourite part of the caravan lifestyle, and we have been exploring different options with charcoal fires over the past few months. Our search for a suitable firepit recently took me to the Wildtrak Frontier 360, which we bought

Winter might be in full swing, but it's also prime time to start planning your best summer adventure yet. And if you love exploring regional parts of Australia, listening to country music icons and experiencing a city-wide festival, then you're in lu