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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.
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Driving In Snow

Snow driving isn’t common throughout Australia, but it’s easy enough to seek out if you’re hankering for something different.Snow isn’t something that we tend to associate with Aussie four-wheeling...

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Snatch Straps Explained

It's always safe to travel with another vehicle, bonus points if your mate has a winch. If not, never fear; snatch straps are a quick and easy way to get a buried vehicle back in action. A snatch i...

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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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Launching and Retrieving

LAUNCHINGPre-Flight ChecksFirst up, make sure everything is in good working order. This includes checking your trailer hitch and safety chains are firmly secured. Before dipping the rear end of you...

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Driving Lights

Most 4WDers opt to brighten up the path with aftermarket lighting. 4WD guru Steve Cassano runs you through how to choose the right lights and install them yourself, by decking out his Jeep Wrangler...

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4WD Battery Systems

In order to determine your power supply needs, you first need to think about how much electricity you consume when you’re on the road. If you’re heading out on day trips to tackle bumpy tracks and ...

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Rooftop TentBest Car Camping Tents - Where To Sleep - Hema Maps Online Shop

Best Car Camping Tents - Where To Sleep

Rooftop tents are a popular way to increase campsite comfort, but as I discovered recently, there’s a lotto consider before you climb that ladder.   4WD Adventures The High Country Victoria ...

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