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Travel Stories13 Dec, 2025

Journey Through The Heart of Queensland

With dinosaurs, racing chooks, stockman's trails anbd shearers' tales, the drive from Charleville to Conclurry is one epic outback adventure.

Highway Behemoths

Travel Stories23 Nov, 2025

They’re an iconic feature of travelling this big brown land, and nowhere are road trains more impressive than on the great Northern highway – as depicted in a photo essay by Colin Kerr.

Labour of Love

Travel Stories25 Oct, 2025

A mammoth decade-long backyard rebuild has transformed a former school bus into one magnificent motorhome for this couple with accessibility needs.

Cruisin' the '70s

Travel Stories21 Oct, 2025

Fifty years after caravanning across the Nullarbor with his family, David Jobson recounts the road trip that sparked a years-long love of travel.

Sculptures in the Bush

Travel Stories11 Oct, 2025

On a journey through Albany, Colin Kerr discovers an enchanting open-air art gallery of chainsaw-carved wooden sculptures.

Trio In Transit

Travel Stories02 Oct, 2025

Travelling in convoy across the Gary Junction Road, three motorhoming friends explore big horizons, endless dunes and roaming wildlife.

Tackling the Telegraph Track: Stories, Surprises and Survival Tips

Travel Stories02 Sept, 2025

Journey the Telegraph Track, WA with Brian and Rosanne. From Bilbunya Dunes to Baxter Cliffs, uncover challenges, tips and the raw beauty of Western Australia's wild South Coast.

Hiking at K'gari

Travel Stories30 July, 2025

K'gari hiking adventure takes a twist! Learn from this Fraser Island journey and prepare for your next K'gari Great Walk.

Iceland Motorhome Travel: What Aussie RVers Need to Know Before Hitting the Road

Travel Stories29 July, 2025

Thinking of motorhome travel in Iceland? Here's what Aussie RVers need to know about campsites, driving rules and wild weather.

The rugged beauty of Outback Queensland

Travel Stories30 June, 2025

Remote towns, myriad of wildlife and larger-than-life characters make this 4,000-kilometre Outback road trip one Paula Heelan will never forget.

Unpack North Island: A Campervan Journey Through New Zealand

Travel Stories30 June, 2025

A 6-week campervan journey highlighting attractions and camping tips for your North Island road trip.

Tin Horse Highway: Australia's Most Quirky Outback Drive

Travel Stories01 June, 2025

Take a laugh-filled road trip along the Tin Horse Highway in WA's Wheatbelt. Quirky horse sculptures and the iconic Kulin Bush Races make this drive perfect for RV travellers with a sense of humour.

A Scenic Tasmania Road Trip Through Highlands, History, and Hidden Falls

Travel Stories30 Apr, 2025

Explore Tasmania's highlands on a relaxed RV trip filled with waterfalls, wildflowers, and scenic rest stops.

From Mackay to Tumby Bay: A Motorhome Journey to a New Life

Travel Stories30 Apr, 2025

A couple trades their Mackay home for life on the road, travelling over 3,000 km in a motorhome to find their forever home in Tumby Bay. A story of freedom, change, and small-town charm.

Indulge in Australia's Best Food Festivals This Autumn

Travel Stories30 Mar, 2025

Enjoy Australia's best food festivals this autumn, from Tasmania's wine trails to Queensland's bushfood experiences. A must-see for food lovers in 2025!

Experience Tasmania's Best CMCA Member Stop Overs for an Unforgettable RV Journey

Travel Stories30 Mar, 2025

Join Tim and Shendelle as they recount their unforgettable journey to Tasmania, highlighting the charms of Sprent, free camping, and dog-friendly stays along the way.

The Harrowing Day of Cyclone Tracy

Travel Stories09 Mar, 2025

Cyclone Tracy struck Darwin in 1974, changing lives forever. Survivor Christina Boothby shares her gripping firsthand account of that fateful night.

Unmissable Outback Museums and Attractions in Queensland

Travel Stories21 Jan, 2025

Join Alistair Smith as he road trips through Outback Queensland, where each town tells its own story through quirky, unique, and sometimes surprising museums.

Big Rigs 2025: Join the Growing Community of Large RV Enthusiasts

Travel Stories12 Jan, 2025

Join the Big Rig community in 2025 with five exciting gatherings across Australia. Share tips, connect with others, and plan your next adventure.

The Weird and Wonderful Ways Folks Travel Around Australia

Travel Stories09 Dec, 2024

Camp Winnie reminisces about the characters they’ve met on the road. From tandem bikes to prams and tractors, meet the adventurers travelling Australia in unique ways.

Stranded in the Outback: A Rescue Tale Every Traveller Should Read

Travel Stories07 Dec, 2024

Trapped in the Outback, two travellers were saved by aerial help. Their story highlights the importance of being prepared for emergencies.

RV Travel Mishaps and Triumphs Part 3

Travel Stories30 Oct, 2024

Final instalment of the little trip of mishaps.

The Batavians' Wundowie Adventure: A Weekend of RV Camping and Local Delights

Travel Stories30 Oct, 2024

The Batavians explore Wundowie with RV camping, local markets, wildlife encounters, and historic spots in WA's charming countryside.

A Silo Art Tour of Victoria

Travel Stories04 Dec, 2023

CMCA members Helen and Bruce take us on a tour of Victoria in their motorhome, focusing on silo art and those off-the-beaten-track locations that you must see at least once in your life.

House-sitting across Australia

Travel Stories14 Nov, 2023

House and farm sitting offer plenty of new adventures and the chance to escape the four walls of an RV.

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Looking for RV-friendly campsites on a budget? Discover five scenic spots across Australia where you can park your van for $5 or less.

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Going off-grid with your RV means freedom, adventure, and self-sufficiency. Discover five of the best off grid RVs in Australia, built for remote travel, rugged conditions, and long stays away from civilisation.

The Sunliner is a spacious couples' motorhome that won't break the bank! And what it lacks in external storage, it makes up for in internal roominess.

The German-built Sunlight T68 Brings Euro Innovation to motorhoming and, while it's not yet available in Australia, local manufacturers should take note.

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thl Australia head of marketing Rebecca McKenzie is a Brit who calls New Zealand home and loves heading back to her home continent for a road trip. Here, she gives us five top tips for hiring an RV overseas.