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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.
4WDWest of Centre Touring - Hema Maps Online Shop

West of Centre Touring

Words and pics Ron and Viv MoonIt’s a camp I always enjoy. Tucked amongst the low sparse scrub with the impressive bulk of Mount Leisler rearing up from the flat plain, seemingly within touching di...

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4WDUpsizing Your Tyres - Hema Maps Online Shop

Upsizing Your Tyres

Written by Dan EverettGet any group of 4WDers together and sooner or later the topic of tyres will come up. “How big are they?” It’s almost an unspoken rule of 4WDing that you’re judged by either t...

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Remote Area First Aid

(Image: A simple slip and fall in the bush can happen at any time.) If you’ve prepared for the unexpected, then you’ll have had the foresight to take a first aid course before you headed out into ...

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Natural Navigation Techniques

  No matter how well you prepare for your adventures, it's a simple matter of probability that if you go on enough trips, you'll eventually find yourself up a creek without a compass. At that point...

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4WDThe Importance of Outback Communications - Hema Maps Online Shop

The Importance of Outback Communications

Travelling the outback can throw up all sorts of unexpected situations and being able to communicate with others is extremely important. Whether it’s to get in touch with the RFDS, family or friend...

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Outback Travel; The Little Things

Basic comforts can mean the world of difference and those flies, they can drive you crazy.When you’re in the outback, the last thing you want is to be uncomfortable. Camper trailers offer plenty of...

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4WDTips for Long Outback Drives - Hema Maps Online Shop

Tips for Long Outback Drives

Playing it safe is the smartest option when it comes to remote area travel.BEATING THE CORRUGATIONSCorrugations can shake seven shades of you know what out of your 4WD if you’re not on the ball. So...

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