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Bushwalking Safety Checklist - Hema Maps Online Shop
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Bushwalking Safety Checklist

Experienced bushwalkers know that you should never take Australian conditions for granted and you can never be over-prepared for a walk. Here are some tips to keep safe when walking and hiking in t...

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Cape YorkCape York Tag-Along Adventure Tour with Hema Maps - Hema Maps Online Shop

Cape York Tag-Along Adventure Tour with Hema Maps

Learn more about Hema Maps’ Tag-Along tour adventures, led by experienced tour leaders from Adrenalin Off-Road.

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4WDWhat's the right touring vehicle for you? - Hema Maps Online Shop

What's the right touring vehicle for you?

Imagine for a moment, if someone else was paying for the vehicle and all the associated running costs, which vehicle would you choose? I’d pick a Range Rover Sport or an Audi Q7, for sure. But when...

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National ParkDon't Let Bad Weather Spoil Your Adventure - Hema Maps Online Shop

Don't Let Bad Weather Spoil Your Adventure

Your trip plans should take all things into consideration, particularly the weather and especially rain. On all remote trips, the level of enjoyment felt by those on the trip correlates with the le...

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FamilyEducating Kids on the Road - Hema Maps Online Shop

Educating Kids on the Road

Many families avoid long-term travel while their kids are young or in school, but Melissa from This Is Our Australia believes more parents should buck the trend and teach their kids while they tra...

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FishingAustralian Fishing Calendar - Hema Maps Online Shop

Australian Fishing Calendar

No matter what time of year your holidays happen to fall in, there's somewhere to fish. Steve 'Starlo' Starling shares his top spots and target species for every month in the calendar.  JANUARY: Ev...

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4WDriving4WD Beaches Australia - Hema Maps Online Shop

4WD Beaches Australia

In Australia, we are lucky enough to have a wide selection of amazing beaches that allow 4WD access. Here is some of our favourite Australian 4WD beach runs. Stockton Beach, NSW Stockton Beach is ...

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