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Yarra State Forest: Camping at Starlings Gap
You don't always need to travel hundreds of kilometres from Melbourne to find a worthwhile 4WD camping adventure. The forests of Victoria's Yarra Ranges offer a great mix of unsealed roads, forest tracks, historic timber country, scenic lookouts and quiet campsites - all within easy reach of the city.
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Darling River Run: The Ultimate NSW 4WD Touring Adventure
Covering almost 950 kilometres between Walgett and Wentworth, the route follows the Darling River, or Baaka, through some of the most remote and fascinating country in New South Wales. Rather than being a technical 4WD track, the Darling River Run is about travelling through changing terrain, tackling corrugated roads, exploring side tracks and taking the time to experience the country along the way.
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Campfire Cooking Safety Tips & Essential Camping Gear
There’s something to be said about cooking a wholesome meal on an open fire, surrounded by nature and friends and family. The taste is a bit more complex than your stovetop dish — a smoky flavour added to charred meat or veggies (for example) give any dish that unique ‘outback’ taste.
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Essential gear for remote adventures: GME MT610G PLB review
Join us as John Ford reviews the latest Personal Locator Beacon from GME. Keep reading to find out why he calls this device a “compact life saver” in an emergency situation. -
Tasmania's best free and budget camping spots
Welcome to the final part of our free and budget-friendly camping spots series by state/territory — this time we’re covering our southernmost state, Tasmania. Read on to discover some great spots that won’t break the bank! -
Oricom Tyre Pressure Monitor review
Touring off the beaten track in Australia presents many challenging terrains, and the benefits of a tyre pressure monitoring system should never be underestimated. Never underestimate the importance of having... -
New South Wales' best free and budget camping spots: part two
If you’re looking for iconic destinations, unforgettable activities and stunning natural landscapes, NSW is the perfect place for your next camping adventure. -
Beach camping restrictions on Yorke Peninsula, SA
The Government of South Australia recently implemented vehicle restrictions at Wauraltee Beach on Yorke Peninsula to protect the coastal environment and enhance visitor safety. But there are still plenty of places that offer free or budget camping in this beautiful part of Australia. -
New South Wales' best free and budget camping spots: part one
If you’re looking for iconic destinations, unforgettable activities and stunning natural landscapes, NSW is the perfect place for your next camping adventure. -
Victoria’s best free and budget camping spots: part two
Victoria — known for its gourmet food, stunning multifaceted landscapes, the Victorian High Country, the Yarra Valley wine region, The Great Ocean Road (including the Twelve Apostles), its gold rush and being home to the country’s second-most populated city, Melbourne — is made up of 21 official tourism regions. -
Stay connected on the road with GME radios
Are you looking at communication options for when you are on the road, travelling Australia? We have put together a few of the key points, brands and things to look out for when selecting a UHF. -
Victoria’s best free and budget camping spots: part one
If you’re after beautiful beaches, rustic outback experiences and everything in between, then look no further than SA for your next camping adventure in the great outdoors.
