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BlazeAid: How to lend a hand - Hema Maps Online Shop

BlazeAid: How to lend a hand

Founded in 2009 after the Black Saturday fires that raged through Victoria, BlazeAid is a volunteer-based rural aid program that works tirelessly to help rural communities and farmers recover afte...

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CampingMosquito Madness - Hema Maps Online Shop

Mosquito Madness

It’s summer. The sky is blue, the camper is packed, and the mosquitos are preparing to wage war. So, how can we best protect ourselves from blood-sucking pests when camping?

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AssistDo You Need Roadside Assistance Cover? - Hema Maps Online Shop

Do You Need Roadside Assistance Cover?

Exploring Australia is a privilege enjoyed by many, but the conditions can be hazardous. Even the best equipped 4WD can encounter issues in the far corners of the country. So, we sat down with RACV...

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CFAFire Safety for Campers - Hema Maps Online Shop

Fire Safety for Campers

For many adventurous Australians, summer is an excellent time to explore new areas and relax in favourite destinations. However, with the beautiful weather comes increased fire risk, so it’s import...

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4WDTop 5 Things to Rescue Your 4WD from a Sand Trap - Hema Maps Online Shop

Top 5 Things to Rescue Your 4WD from a Sand Trap

Whether it’s on the beach or a desert dune, bogging your 4WD in the sand is a common occurrence so having the right tools to extract yourself is important, here are some of the things we think you’...

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Safety7 ways to make sure your drinking water is safe - Hema Maps Online Shop

7 ways to make sure your drinking water is safe

Without water, you’ll be dead in three days, and while finding water in the outback can be difficult making sure it’s safe to drink is important so let us show you how to enjoy safe drinking water ...

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TravelFive Tips for Travelling with Kids - Hema Maps Online Shop

Five Tips for Travelling with Kids

 “Are we there yet?” We’re all familiar with those four words. They’re the bane of road-tripping parents the world over. Travel frustrations shouldn’t stop us from adventuring, so let’s look at how...

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