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Discover inspiring journeys, quirky destinations, remote escapes and must-see regional events. From epic road trips to unique rock formations and new travel gear, explore Australia’s wilder side—near or far—with tips, ideas and stories to fuel your adventurous lifestyle.
Map PatrolBest Australian Touring Towns - Hema Maps Online Shop

Best Australian Touring Towns

Discover where to visit on your travels throughout Australia with our expert list of Australia’s best touring towns. 1. Blackall, QLD Situated in the heart of Central Queensland, Blackall is a...

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GearHema's Travelling Gear Guide - Hema Maps Online Shop

Hema's Travelling Gear Guide

Hema's Travelling Gear Guide

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TouringSmall-town Layovers - Hema Maps Online Shop

Small-town Layovers

Australian families have been enjoying an overlanding lifestyle since at least the early 1950s. Popular caravanning owes its origins to the post-World War II advent of affordable and capable family...

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Australia17 Things You’ll See In The Outback - Hema Maps Online Shop

17 Things You’ll See In The Outback

Thinking of heading into the Australian Outback?. Remote road trips filled with games of eye-spy can create smiling snapshots and memories the entire way. Depending on your route, 'I spy' can get t...

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Dealing With Dust

Got a dusty adventure in mind? Here’s how to keep the clouds of dirt from taking control. You just can’t beat a good old fashion off-road adventure. As good as it is, getting to the best campsites...

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4WDHow To Build a Budget DIY Tourer - Hema Maps Online Shop

How To Build a Budget DIY Tourer

Words: Ali Millar Pics: Glenn Wardle  (Image: We picked up our roof rack and toolbox secondhand for a bargain.)Here are a few simple DIY projects to help cut costs on your touring machine. When yo...

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10 things10 Things Only Australian Travellers Would Understand - Hema Maps Online Shop

10 Things Only Australian Travellers Would Understand

Overseas visitors can feel upside down when Down Under. Here are a few things Tony and Denyse Allsop think only us Aussies really understand.1. THE HUGE DISTANCESDistances between towns in Australi...

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