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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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Outback 4WD vehicle preparation tips

Australia’s arid regions are exciting but harsh, so preparing yourself is key to a safe and hassle-free trip. A big part of that is preparing your vehicle to handle the many challenges that the des...

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AustraliaPreparing for dry season touring in Australia — part two - Hema Maps Online Shop

Preparing for dry season touring in Australia — part two

With the dry season just around the corner for northern Australia, join us as we explore some of the best preparation practices for a successful ‘up north’ trip.

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4WDPreparing for dry season touring in Australia — part one - Hema Maps Online Shop

Preparing for dry season touring in Australia — part one

With the dry season just around the corner in our country’s northern regions, join us as we explore some of the best preparation practices for a successful ‘up north’ trip.

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Enjoying Australia’s outdoors despite bad weather

Four-wheel driving and camping in poor weather conditions is not without its challenges. However, there are ways to make the most of it. Keep reading to get our top tips.

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4WDA guide to driving on sand in a 4WD - Hema Maps Online Shop

A guide to driving on sand in a 4WD

The first thing to remember about sand driving is that less is more. Less air in the tyres, less (low) tide and less braking. You may hear some four-wheel drivers bemoan the perils of a sandy track...

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Advice for severe reactionsA guide to preventing and treating insect bites and stings - Hema Maps Online Shop

A guide to preventing and treating insect bites and stings

For anyone exploring the vast wilderness that is the Aussie outback, an expectation of being accosted by all sorts of flying and walking bugs is normal. In fact, it’s one of the things Australia is...

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Adventure vehicle3 vehicle types for every Australian adventure - Hema Maps Online Shop

3 vehicle types for every Australian adventure

Want to purchase the perfect touring rig but have no idea where to even begin? Stress no more, we have created a definitive guide to help you choose the adventure vehicle of your dreams.

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