Boating Getaways in Western Australia
As the scorching summer sun bakes the country, few feel the heat quite like the folk out west. Combine that with the spectacular coastline that skirts the voluminous state of WA and it's no wonder ...
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...
In the right hands, snatch straps are a clever and effective way to help a stricken vehicle. It's always safe to travel with another vehicle, bonus points if your mate has a winch. If not, never fe...
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...
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...
The Dark Art of Reverse Parking a Caravan - How to Reverse a Caravan in Tow
We've yet to meet anyone that loves reversing a caravan into a tight spot. In fact, the vast majority of travellers see it as no more than a necessary evil. Put simply, reversing a hitched-load is ...
9 Things You Should Know About Water Crossings
(Image: Hema's Top 5 Victorian High Country 4x4 drives - Ingeegoodbee River crossing track.)HOW DEEP CAN YOU GO?Before you leave your driveway it’s important to know what your vehicle's wading dep...
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