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Moving House

We’re going to take a slightly whimsical look around the world of motorhomes, in particular old and unusual ones.

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The Good Oil

Around the country there are any number of locations that have a strong connection to Australia’s settlement history...

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A whole new way to discover the fantastic Fraser Coast!

A visit to Queensland’s Fraser Coast – host of the CMCA Anniversary Rally in April, 2013 - has just got even more exciting, interactive and engaging. This summer the Fraser Coast launches a brand new attraction – the Fraser Coast Discovery Sphere.

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The Wealth Of The Pindan Country

We explore the Kimberley coast – from Broome via the fascinating Lurujarri Heritage Trail

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OCD Covers

As the popularity of e-bikes has flourished in the motorhome market, so too has the need and desire to find a truly protective bike cover.

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Life Hacks on the Road

A wonderful part of travelling is the opportunity to meet new people and gather information on where to go and what to do...So, here are some hot tips The Wanderer team gathered while embarking on a half lap around Australia.

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Taking Your Best Friends With You

All year you spend time with your pets – and at holiday time they like to come too.

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Follow Your Nose

We find some top food trails with room for the rig

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Aliens in an Alien Landscape

Australia is home to some strange creatures but some are unwelcome strangers, too

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Charge It

A little forward planning can help avoid the dreaded overnight flat battery.

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The Huts They Called Home

High in the vastness of Australia’s alpine regions stand a collection of huts, used many decades ago by the cattlemen who called this country home during the warmer summer months.

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Look After Yourself, Support Your Mental Health

Maintaining positive mental health and wellbeing enables us to have meaningful social connections, positive self-esteem and can help us cope with those ups and downs that may pop up from time to time in our lives.

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Rally Drivers

A closer look at the Robinvale Rally

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Ultimate RV Lifestyle

In the sought-after coastal township of Burnett Heads, a unique lifestyle village has emerged, offering a redefined way of living for active travellers.

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Staying Safe in Sticky Situations

Prepping for emergency situations is essential, and not only reliant on a good First Aid kit — although this is very important. The Hema Traks team share some practical tips on what to pack and procedures to take when you’re caught in a sticky situation on the road.

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Surviving a Summer Scorcher

Here are some top tips to keeping your cool on the road as well as travelling safely in summer.

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Divine Diversity

Victoria’s Baw Baw Shire offers a cross-section of regional delights thanks to the thriving arts and foodie centre at Yarragon while the nature-centric townships of Erica and Rawson offer a slice of remote relaxation

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Wet Suits

We are lucky in Australia to be able to get so close to all sorts of marine mammals, from dugongs to giant whales

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How to Cut Costs on Family RV Trips: Top Tips for Affordable RV Travel

Reduce RV travel costs with these tips on motorhome hire, off-grid camping, and budget travel

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A Diverse Paradise

Looking to learn more about the history of what was once a typical South West timber town with links to a coastal lime kiln, or hoping for a holiday brimming with adventure?

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Mass Attack

Part one of our guide to keeping your personal payload under its gross limit: weight loss

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Travelling With Pets

Top spots to stay if travelling with your furry (or feathered) BFF along the coastal route from Sydney to Cairns

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A Dozen Volts

'It’s convenient that many devices can now be charged via a standard USB 5V outlet, reducing the number of chargers that have to be carried; just the specific leads.'

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Legend of Ben Hall

Australian bushranger lore doesn’t end with Ned Kelly – another infamous outlaw blazed a trail of terror in NSW

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Celebrating Australian Country Music

Work some country music into a summertime trip with a visit to Tamworth in January for the annual Tamworth Country Music Festival, from 14 to 23 January 2022.

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Cool Runnings

Tried and tested southern journeys that everyone can enjoy

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Home Handyperson Repairs

In contemporary RVs, there's not a great deal of ongoing maintenance required, but with a few simple tools, your pride and joy can be kept in tip-top and road-ready condition!

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Plan Your Spring Getaway to Floriade

Has the cool weather left you longing for a springtime escape? Well, it’s time to plan your trip to Canberra and experience the beauty of Floriade: Australia’s Biggest Celebration of Spring!

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Queensland Crossroads

After a brutal seven-year drought and now floods, the locals are rolling out the welcome mat to bring tourists back to this beautiful riverside region

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A Chat With the (Former) Boss

Retired CMCA CEO John Osborne and his wife Lee spill the beans about life on the road after leaving John’s post at CMCA

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Pigment of the Imagination

Set to run from 29–31 October 2021, the Granite Belt Art & Craft Trail — or GBART, as it is affectionately known — is an open studio event comprising meet-the-artist talks, workshops, demonstrations, and a plethora of street art.

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Get Your Kicks on Route 66

KEA Tracks uncovers a glimpse of America’s past during a motorhome adventure across its historic and iconic highway system

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Golden Olden Days

Modern Tamworth may be famous for its boisterous, world-renowned country music festival, but some rather ‘electric’ history waits to be uncovered in this mid-northern NSW town

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KEA’s Top Beaches

Anyone who’s travelled knows there’s nothing else in the world quite like an Australian summer.

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Cassette Etiquette

For most of us, cassette etiquette is second nature. However, if you’re a newbie, here are some tips for the first time..

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Top Festivals in Australia to Travel to by Jessica Palmer

Discover Jessica Palmer's favorite Australian festivals and why traveling to these events makes for unforgettable experiences. Plan your next festival trip now!

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Phillip Island Paradise

Phillip Island attracts visitors from all around the world for its rugged ocean views and incredible nature encounters, none more famous than the Little Penguin parade.

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Queensland Drive Tourism Strategy

From Queensland tourism, Major Events, Small Business and the Commonwealth Games Minister, Jann stuckey

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Best Ocean Pools on the South Coast of NSW

Explore the stunning ocean pools along the South Coast of NSW, from Illawarra to Sapphire Coast. Learn about their unique features, locations, and RV-friendly spots.

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Noughts and Crosses

Ready for take-off? Make sure you have gone through the important list of haves and have nots

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'Ause-Safare'

Community Service Program

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Beginners' Essential Guide to Driving a Campervan

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Don't Let the Bed Bugs Bite

Whether you’ve just returned from the annual migration or ticked an adventure off your bucket list, it’s no time to slacken off. Hitchhikers and local invaders come in all types and sizes. So how do you protect your RV from infestation between road-trips?

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A Motorhome Tour Abroad

Motorhome tours are a great way to explore a new country, try a new motorhome and let someone else take care of the planning

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Do the Five to Stay Alive

Staying safe this summer isn’t just about the beach; your family’s survival in all types of environments depends as much on preparation as it does on knowledge and common sense.

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Roads Less Travelled

After many smaller trips around Australia in a succession of caravans and a motorhome, CMCA members Cathy and Grant decided to explore the unpaved roads that crisscross the country on an extended trip and camp under the stars in comfort.

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Go Fish, and Multiply

The pursuit of the double and triple hook up is not just a numbers game

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Winter Escapes

At KEA we know that once you’ve caught the travel bug the diagnosis is usually irreversible.

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Australia’s Most Inspiring Places to Visit

Sometimes, we can take our own country for granted and look right past some of the most amazing destinations that sit in our very own backyard.

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The Ultimate Gear Store ... With a Difference

Founded by Richard Harris, The Ultimate Gear Store is a store with a difference, with every product personally tested by Richard himself.

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Safety Talks

An important message about the use of UHF radios to communicate with heavy vehicles and road pilots

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Relative Thinking

Undoubtedly, the European light commercial vehicle manufacturers have continued to supply the majority of the base vehicles in the small- to mid-sized motorhome market.

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Backtrack to the Outback

The Kidman Way is a remote journey stepped in culture and heritage inspired by legendary cattle king Sir Sidney Kidman

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Hollywood Comes to Macksville: Highlights from the CMCA Solos Network Rally

From op-shop-styled Hollywood celebrities to a race day on wooden hobby horses, here’s the wrap-up of the Solos autumn rally held April 29 to May 6.

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Health and Wellness Tips for a Safe and Enjoyable RV Journey

Stay healthy on the road with RV travel tips for balanced eating, exercise, emergency preparedness, and mental wellbeing.

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Like a Pro

The Wanderer is your mag and we want to showcase your epic adventures as you travel around this fabulous country of ours...

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Inside the Outback

New South Wales’ Kidman Way earns its place on your touring bucket list with its jam-packed events calendar, gourmet wining and dining, natural wonders and pioneering history.

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Seeing Red

Make time around the Robinvale Rally to take in the forests of red gum splendour

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Motorhome Maintenance

Like all vehicles, motorhomes need to be serviced. Here is part one of the ‘how to’.

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Buyer’s Guide

Whether you’re a first time buyer or seasoned RV owner, KEA has compiled a foolproof buyer’s guide to ensure you get exactly what you want!

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Considerate RVing

Tips and hints for maintaining etiquette while travelling in your campervan, motorhome, caravan, and camper trailer.

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The Great Australian Bite

Our wide brown land is world-renowned for a plethora of creatures that might bite, sting and maybe even kill you, but the greatest dangers are not necessarily what you think.

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Future Proof

Undoubtedly the greatest change for many people in RVs has been the base vehicles that are currently available

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Three's Company

KEA think that 7m (23ft) of motorhome length is the best of both worlds from both a driving and living perspective.

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The Long Trek

Walking is a healthy and highly enjoyable way to explore Australia’s natural (and not so natural) beauty.

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Glen Innes

Glen Innes is a captivating town in the beautiful New England high country of New South Wales

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Our Blue Backyard

A journey through the marine parks of New South Wales

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What to do When You Can't Get Away

You’ve been waiting all year for the big family getaway. The gear is ready, expectations are high, the kids (and you) are excited, but then the boss says you can’t have the time off work. What do you do? You holiday close to home.

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Conversions Changing Lives

Converting a bus or luxury coach can make all the difference to your life, in more ways than one, as Graeme Kemlo found out

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Mobile Paradise

With the company starting to hit its stride after a three-year rebuild, it was time to get back behind the wheel of the best-selling Liberation Platinum.

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People in Glass Houses

Shouldn’t throw stones – indeed the best way to deal with the large rocks around here is to climb them

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Behind the Scenes

Jacki Weaver, Middleton, movies and me during a nine-week trip to the Kimberley in search of artistic inspiration.

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Dust Busting

Sick of dust entering your van? We provide some top tips for cleaner arrivals in the dirtiest conditions.

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West is Best

KEA Tracks takes a visit to Western Australia.

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Maintaining Your RV

Malcolm Street looks at what you should, and shouldn’t do, to maintain your RV

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To Sit or Not to Sit (That is the Question)

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VersEseal: The Ultimate Solution for Caravan Renovation

VersEseal is the leading manufacturer of liquid rubber waterproofing products.

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Toyota Country Music Festival

Welcome to the Toyota Country Music Festival, Tamworth, a 10-day festival experience for all those who are searching for the ultimate summer celebration.

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Landscape Portrait

The Wilderness Society it just one of many groups with Australia’s natural interests at heart. We get in touch with some more and so can you

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Vintage Cellars

The following ten wineries are well worth visiting because of their rich history — much of which is still on display.

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The Best Thing Under the Sun

The sun’s rays may be free but successfully harnessing that energy can be taxing to get right

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Gear Up For Gympie

Have you always wanted to combine your love of Aussie music, giving back to the community and camping under the stars?

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How to Name Your Trailer or Caravan Like a Pro

Check out these creative ways to name your trailer or caravan...

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A Vehicle to Envy

Rod Lee explains the fine art of how to create a vehicle to envy.

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Ownership Options

To buy or not to buy, that is the question.

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10 Packing Tips

Packing for the Big Lap can be intimidating. Here Scott Heiman offers his top tips on what to include.

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Taking Your Dog on the Road

Most people consider their pet part of the family and wouldn’t dream of travelling without them...

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Bush Babies

Providing valuable sanctuary for Australian wildlife in your own backyard. Literally, in these cases

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All in the Family

When families go travelling, there are a few extra boxes to tick to keep everyone in the car smiling – and keep it affordable too.

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It's a Long Way to This Shop if you Want a Sausage Roll

Out the back of beyond is a bakery that’s only open for six weeks each year — but it’s worth the drive.

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Talk It Out

Not everybody can afford a brand-new motorhome, but there is always the secondhand market with plenty on offer.

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Being Green on the Road

If you want to reduce your carbon footprint and turn your next road trip into an eco-friendly adventure, there are plenty of tips on how to ‘go green’.

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Stay Safe on the Road: Essential Tips from 'Are You RV Safe?' Episode Two

RV safety essentials from Episode Two of 'Are You RV Safe?' include towing tips, weight distribution, and must-have accessories for safe journeys.

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RV Travel Mishaps and Triumphs Part 3

Final instalment of the little trip of mishaps.

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The Living Desert

The thing about deserts is, they’re never really deserted.

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Are you rvSafe? Essential Tips for Safe RV Travel in Australia

Prepare for an unforgettable journey through the Australian Outback with tips on what to embrace and avoid for a safer, more enjoyable RV trip.

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In Deep

Exploring Queensland’s Channel Country

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Meet Me in the Middle

Big things await those who travel halfway across Australia

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Mount Isa to Darwin

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Geocaching

Transform your next road trip into a free-to-play treasure-hunting adventure with an item that I guarantee most of you will already have ... a smartphone!

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Dry Country Dreaming

There is plenty to dive into in the land around the Alice; you just need to know where to look

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Celebrating Salami

Sipping a cold wine or beer and eating homemade salami while sitting among the river red gums on the banks of the majestic Murray River sounds too good to be true, right?

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On Yer Bike

Choosing the right bike is not exactly easy, but we are here to help you by providing some simple tips to consider when determining what is right for you and your adventure!

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Ready for Anything

While your packing list might start off with food, water, camping gear, having an adequate and reliable power source is essential for keeping all your electrical appliances, fittings and necessary tech charged and ready to go whenever you need them.

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A Land Lost in Time

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Lightbulb Moment

When it comes to innovation, it’s often the simple ideas that count.

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Can We Do More With Less?

Just stepping outside Australia and taking a brief world view, there have been some quite different approaches to motorhome layout designs...

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Gizmos and Gadgets Abound

All sorts of things are needed on the road, so Malcolm Street shares a few items he never leaves home without.

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Horizon Boronia Motorhome: Your Perfect Outback Adventure Companion

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In Ore

The magnetism of Helena and Aurora Range is its natural richness. Make that your cast-iron alibi for a visit

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Joey Wombat Rescue

My wife and I visited wildlife carers Andrea and Eric who are situated just below the Cathedral Mountain Range...

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Travelling Alone Doesn't Have to Be Lonely

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Forgotten Shores

It often pays to take a closer look at some of those spots you thought you knew

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Dutch Courage

A tale that involves two ships from Amsterdam

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Maintenance on Your Motorhome

The team at KEA provide practical tips to ensure you are well-prepared before you hit the road

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Geocaching

Geocaching has become a worldwide treasure hunt and is one of the fastest growing, recreational social media activities in Australia...

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Gulf Country

A solo trip along the Savannah Way in a two-wheeldrive motorhome takes some courage and know-how

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Our Ultimate Road Trip Bucket List

Anyone can plan the perfect road trip but not everyone can plan the ultimate road trip.

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Travelling in the Australian Outback

Explore the beauty of the Australian Outback with this guide on essential things to embrace and avoid during your RV travels, from staying safe to packing smart and avoiding wildlife hazards.

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The Charm of Cute Towns

Sometimes travel is all about being enchanted by a place, and nothing quite beats a cute town and its friendly locals

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Hitting the High Country

Laura Gray offers some advice on how to enjoy RVing in Australia’s alpine region this winter

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A Million Wild Acres

Australian writer Eric Roles first brought to life the unique Pilliga Forest in his famous novel, A Million Wild Acres...

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It's Out There

Outback NSW is cooler than you think

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Up and Down the Yass Valley

Yass Valley is a region growing at about three percent annually, with a community spirit kept alive by locals stopping in the streets to chat and enjoy the immense space and beautiful, clean air the area has to offer.

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Clean Up Australia Day

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Innovative Travel Tricks

Some of these travel tips will save you money, some will bring on a smile, and some will inspire you to travel further and go wild with complete confidence.

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Snap Decisions

The spring season is nearly upon us, and that means fresh opportunities to take eye- catching photographs. Here are a few simple tips to set you on the right path.

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Mystery Ship in the Western Australian Outback

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Living in and Designing Small Spaces

There are always going to be compromises when designing a new RV.

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Introducing the RVibrake3

RVi New Zealand Limited provides Aussies with a premium A-Frame (flat towing) solution that sets a new standard for convenience, ease of use and, more importantly, safety.

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Ingham

Ingham lies on the south bank of the Herbert River and is set in an area of sugar cane, bordered by waterfalls and adjacent to the magnificent Hinchinbrook Island and the Hinchinbrook Channel

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How to Recycle Old Bed Sheets into Waterproof Tarps

DIY waterproof tarp project.

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The Oodnadatta Track: A Journey Through Australia's Iconic Outback Trail

Embark on a historic journey through Australia's iconic Oodnadatta Track with CMCA Members Colin and Prue Kerr.

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Events Management

We at KEA are aware that CMCA members have a variety of methods for planning their travel around Australia.

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Down on the Farm

If you live on the land you know it's a lot of hard work: but for the curious city slicker, getting your hands dirty in the country can be a refreshing break.

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Wild at Heart

Explore the Kimberley with a Discovery One cruise

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The Heart of Hospitality and History

Attention food and wine lovers seeking a new adventure! We have the perfect place for you to explore. The regional city of Griffith, NSW, is brimming with fine food, unmissable wine experiences and unique attractions.

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Reaching For the Stars

A group of disabled adventurers prove no journey should be out of reach

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Rules and Regulations

We delve into the complex and controversial issue of regulation and ask what is being done to bring the RV industry into line

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What Makes the Best Motorhome?

The Wanderer Lead Content Contributor Malcolm is often asked,“ what is the ‘best’ motorhome to buy?”

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Terrific Tamworth

If the Toyota Country Music Festival in Tamworth is not on your bucket-list of must-dos, then you should add it.

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The Weird and Wonderful Ways Folks Travel Around Australia

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.

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Over There

There’s nothing quite like an overseas trip when it can be done in our favourite mode of travel

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Dump Point Etiquette

Cleaning up some grey – and black – matters on RV waste water disposal

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Coping With and Using Technology

There are many of our readers who are struggling with the rise and rise of technology.

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Healthy Habits for Your RV Adventure

Worried about staying healthy while on a trip in your RV? We’re here to help.

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Spring Clean

Whether you are returning from a long trip, or considering your next one, or even putting your RV into storage for a while or the reverse, it may well be time to consider a yearly clean and check.

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Quaint Towns of Queensland

There’s more than meets the eye in the tiny historic town of Rosewood

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Focus on Wilpena Pound

What is one of the best things about visiting beautiful places? Taking photos so we can reminisce later.

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Around the Twist

Take a look at a selection of some of weird and wonderful lighthouses located across Australia.

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Retirement RV-Style

The birth of communities for the RV savvy retiree

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Helping Hands

Rural Aid’s Farm Army helps farmers ‘doing it tough’ in rural Australia

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Thrifty Feeds

Ali Millar looks at ways to cut food costs on the road

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Planning Your Family Escape

Are we there yet? Holidays with kids will be much more enjoyable if you plan ahead.

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Discover Roma: Top 10 Attractions in Queensland's Outback Maranoa Region

Explore Roma's top attractions and natural beauty in Queensland's Maranoa region.

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How to Get Your RV Fridge Smelling New Again

Here are some tips on how to get rid of those funky smells in your RV fridge.

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Motorhome Legends

NSW’s Shoalhaven Heads has played host to a diverse range of the country’s best motorhomes at The Wanderer’s inaugural ‘Motorhome Legends’ event

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Overseas Trends

Body construction in Australia tends to follow a couple of patterns...

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Tale of Tall Trees

There are only a few places left in Australia where one can gaze up into canopies of forests that soar above...

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Colour and Movement

A bright display of salad and a walk works wonders in the pursuit of better health

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Dancing in the Streets

Cobar is already a vibrant mining town in central New South Wales, but for a few days in early April it really comes alive with the sounds and colours of the 1950s, 60s and 70s

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Transmit Van

From a phone to an HF radio there is no end of communications methods to keep you in touch with civilisation from your home on wheels. That’s of course, should you wish to

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Step Back Into The History Of New South Wales

Australians are proud of our complex and colourful history, and New South Wales is dotted with towns and sites with stories to tell. So, let’s take a look at four regions across the state where you can step back in time.

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Winter Escape Gone Wrong: An RV Adventure to Queensland

Hedi’s winter escape brings RV repairs, flying foxes, and fun in sunny Emu Park.

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Park Life

CMCA RV Park Ingham custodians share the wins of the park’s first season

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Mayhem on the Todd

Experience the chaos of this Central Australian nautical event – with very little water to be seen

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Start Your Engines

Motor racing is a sensory experience: the smell of gasoline, the roar of engines, the colour of the livery speeding past.

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Favourite Drives

'It's not about the destination, it's about the journey'

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Cyber Security

It’s time to take your privacy seriously when dealing with internet breaches on the road.

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Rise of the Resort Park

Resort style caravan parks are increasingly on the rise to meet the high expectations of a new market, as Kirstie Bedford discovered

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Just Chillin

Winter is a funny time in Australia for the motorhoming fraternity...

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Line in the Sand

Surveyor Len Beadell gave us a legacy that changed the map of Australia and ultimately the face of Australian travel. Here’s just a part of an amazing history yarn

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Cooking with Diesel

If you told me we were heading off around Australia and this is all we had to cook on, I’d think ‘great, let’s go’...

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Security Detail

We’ve noticed in our travels overseas that ‘obvious’ tourists are often prime targets for theft...

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Seven Wonders

In this special destination feature, we shine the ‘spotlight’ on a ‘magnificent seven’ regions in NSW’s New England High Country

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KEA TRACKS

To escape to the great outdoors and drive away from routine is one of life’s great joys. For some, the chance to get away has become increasingly irregular

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The Highway or the Byway

KEA Tracks retraces the route along the old Hume Highway between Sydney and Melbourne

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Waste Warriors

There are plenty of ways we can ‘switch and ditch’ our habits to protect our oceans from plastics and reduce the rubbish that ends up in landfill

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On the Golden Trail

The Golden Quest Discovery Trail traverses 965km through the towns of Coolgardie, Menzies, Leonora, Laverton, and Kalgoorlie- Boulder, capturing the essence of the historic Goldfields region of Western Australia.

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Minimalist Lifestyle

Dale Trevor provides proven cost-cutting techniques while on the road

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Keeping Safe

KEA Tracks have prepared a simple checklist for on-the-road and around the campsite

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Diamantina - A sparkly Gem

The iconic Queensland outback town of Birdsville is famous for its races and remote music festival, but there are plenty of other attractions – and personalities – that make this a year-round destination

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Brakes on for the Best Bakeries

The team at Lifestyle holiday parks, Discovery Parks, has come up with its top five bakeries on some of Australia’s most popular road trips – and who wouldn’t want to stop for a bite at a great Aussie bakery.

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Ripe for the Picking

With hearty soil and cool-climate vineyards aplenty, Victoria’s Central Gippsland region at the base of the Victorian Alps offers a veritable wealth of undiscovered foodie delights

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Lightening the Load

Colin Kerr explains how you can help lighten the load for busy national park rangers

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Outdoor Gallery

The Australian Silo Art Trail is the world’s largest outdoor gallery stretching well over 7,000km and the movement is gaining momentum every day.

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An Old Master

Nature’s brush strokes adorn The Painted Desert

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Rock of Ages

Few people realise that some of Australia’s greatest works of art are not actually hanging in galleries, but are resting on stone in remote, isolated bush land, far away from any form of modern civilisation.

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Who Dares, Wins

Check out these heart-pumping adventures from all around the country

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Strictly Self-Contained

Kirstie Bedford talks to industry leaders about the divided issue of self-containment

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What's Your Story?

Check out these great tips on how to capture your adventures in words.

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Cruiseweight or Heavyweight

Before you put down your hard-earned coupons for a new RV, motorhome or even a caravan, there are a couple of critical numbers you need to look at very carefully

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Party Time

The stately mining town of Cobar is getting ready to party like it’s 1959 at its inaugural Grey Mardi Gras

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The Backroads Trail

Turn off the highway and discover an unforgettable Journey

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Starlink Flat Mount Conversions

VANSAT Satellite, suppliers of Australia’s popular automatic satellite solutions, is pleased to announce the release of their feature-packed 12V flat-mounted Starlink solution

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Spoken Word

Eastern Victoria contains the highest density of rail trails in Australia, each offering something different.

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Rite of Passage

The chance of a week out of the office was too good to pass up. Add to that the lure of the Great Aussie Road Trip and the deal was sealed on our cross-country adventure

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Coastal Travels

Being beside the seaside is probably easier in Australia than anywhere else, and most of us don’t need to go far to see the sea; here’s how to be a beach bum.

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Budget Beaters

Here’s how to tighten the purse strings while touring the ‘Land of Oz’

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Smooth Running RVs

Con Tsobanopoulos of leading RV insurer Ken Tame explains how to keep your RV in top condition

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Gympie Getaway

The Gympie Music Muster is one of Australia’s most-loved camping and music experiences.

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Camp Sight

BlazeAid allows communities ravaged by disaster to see a brighter future

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Where There's Hope

HOPE and environmentalism: how and why we should protect the environment

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Need to Knows Before You Buy

Make sure you are armed with all the knowledge you need before you buy a new or second-hand motorhome.

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Terrific Twins

99Bikes, a leading retailer for Merida, arranged an eBIG TOUR aimed at the, well, larger among us that still want to ride light trails and dirt...

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How to Secure the Perfect RV Campsite This Festive Season

Don’t let crowds keep you home this holiday season. From rural pubs to private properties, find great RV camping options and embrace festive travel.

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Mastering the Frame Game

Today virtually everyone with a smart phone or tablet can be a quite proficient travel photographer.

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Prepping for Long-term Storage

As winter approaches, some of you have to pack your RVs away. If you are one of these people, here are some steps to consider when storing an RV for months at a time.

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Game Changer

Lithium LiFePO4 batteries are ‘powering’ a significant shift in the RV world

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Getting to Know the Solos'

The friendly mob!

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Dreamtime Travels

One of the many advantages of the RV lifestyle is the chance to travel with a plan that will reward you many times over.

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It's Not Just Mine

This story, told by one family, affects many

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Cleaning Up Your Act

Let’s take a look at some must have items and good habits to lighten your impact on the environment while travelling.

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Relocation Vacation

For people who don’t mind driving long distances, RV relocation is the perfect way to see highlights of Australia in an adventurous and cheap way.

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Shock Diagnosis Forces Insurance Rethink

Surviving cancer prompted motorhomer Graeme Sinden to question the cover provided by insurance companies if you were diagnosed while on the road

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Comprehensive Guide to Internet Off-Grid: Solutions to travelling with WiFi

Learn how to stay connected while travelling with our guide to mobile internet access, covering phone hotspots, access points, USB modems, and Starlink satellite connections.

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Droning On

As well as helping the super-powers track a few of the world’s ‘bad guys’ the drone has become part of the massive arsenal available to the toy-hungry public

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Passing it Forward

We look at how you can give regional communities a helping hand

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Swings and Roundabouts

Sue and John Turner tackle the Great Ocean Road from both ends

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Off the Beaten Track

Getting off the beaten track is something that can easily be done in Australia

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Understanding Real Estate Credit Funds

Real estate credit funds offer a stable, income-generating investment with capital preservation and higher returns, perfect for those seeking long-term security in their portfolio.

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Revolutionising RV Design

While most motorhomes and caravans look similar on the outside – big changes are being made inside to meet the demands of a new generation, as Kirstie Bedford found out

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Western Union

Albany has chosen to recognise an important part of Australia’s history by establishing the National Anzac Centre, known locally as the NAC...

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My Lucky Day

'Well the travel bug has bitten me once again and I do not want to grow old sitting here stagnating.'

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When the Dust Settles

Drive with care, caution and courtesy when sharing the road with Australia’s mighty trucking fleet.

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Sweet Burdekin

If you’re planning to head north next winter, be sure to include a stop in the Burdekin, north Queensland, to experience the unique Sweet Days Hot Nights Festival.

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Retail Therapy

Everything you need to know to accessorise your motorhome

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Lessons of an LR Licence

Kirstie Bedford talks through the trials and tribulations of getting a light rigid licence

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Share the Dream

David Woodrow explains the benefits of a jointly-purchased motorhome

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Free Camps in Australia: Your Ultimate State-by-State Guide

Explore Australia on a budget with free camps nationwide! From Babinda Boulders to James Price Point, find your perfect outdoor getaway without breaking the bank.

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Easter Eggstravaganzas!

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Watch Out For Wildlife

Each year hundreds of native animals are killed on our roads.

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A Stitch in Time: Maintaining Your RV

Owning an RV is not all sunsets and happy hours. Maintenance, insurance, repairs, storage, weatherproofing … these are all responsibilities that RV owners must consider.

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Across the Tasman

In their earlier years, much of the KEA motorhome fleet was based on the Ford Transit, both van and cab-chassis but now in Australia they use Mercedes-Benz Sprinters for their two-, four- and six-berth motorhomes..

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The Art of Cooking on the Road

The team at KEA knows a thing or two about the trade off between great adventure and dull food...

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Conserving the Coastal Dream

How four WA shires banded together to preserve the great Aussie RV coastal dream

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8 Tips for travelling with large dogs: Essential tips for RV adventures

Discover tips for RVing with large dogs, from packing essentials to finding dog-friendly campsites, ensuring memorable adventures with your furry friend.

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Safety First

Lessen the risk of an RV fire by following these simple steps.

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Mental Health and RV Travel

Travelling around the country in an RV offers not only an adventure into the great outdoors but also a promising avenue for enhancing mental health and overall wellbeing.

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Young

Explore the 'Cherry Capital of Australia.'

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Band Wagon

Don’t fancy travelling alone? Here’s how to get the best of travelling as part of a group

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Choices, Choices

Freedom of choice camping from a member’s perspective; as a member, that’s you

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Summer Safety

It’s the season for sunshine, waves and sand! Beachside camping is definitely a perk of the travelling life, but it does come with some dangers.

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Happy 500th Motorhome

Based in Clontarf, Qld, Australia’s premier motorhome manufacturer, Explorer 4WD Motorhomes, is proud to announce the production of their 500th motorhome.

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Breaking Down Episode 3 - How 'Are You rvSafe?' Prepares Aussies for Safer RV Adventures

Master RV road safety with tips from Episode Three of Are You rvSafe?. Learn towing, reversing, and braking for safe

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Travelling Solo

Whether you’re seeking adventure, peace, solitude, socialisation opportunities or a chance to indulge your photography, birdwatching or historical interests, solo travel is an excellent option.

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Diary of a Newbie Nomad

Heading out on the Big Lap of Australia is exciting and daunting at the same time...so come along for the ride as we share some tips and hints that may help you along your journey.

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The Good Life in Gwydir Shire

If you are looking for a true country experience while still being close enough to the bigger centres, then flag the New South Wales Gwydir Shire region as your next stop

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Australia's Golden Outback

Western Australia’s Golden Outback is one of the most fascinating regions in this country.

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History and Heritage

Australia’s unique settler and gold rush history make for some fascinating stories, and Aussies are lucky enough to be able to visit many preserved sites, ghost towns and relics of our past.

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Member Stop Over Facility

Exclusive to CMCA members, the Member Stop Over (MSO) facility allows members to stay in a friendly, homestay environment on fellow members’ private properties.

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All's Quiet on the Home Front?

Take a look at these top tips for safe guarding your home-base before your off on your next big adventure in your RV.

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Cycling Australia

Australia's Century Old Love Affair

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Join the Fray

For two days each year, this quiet WA town echoes with the clash of swords and bloody screams at the annual Medieval Carnivale

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I Listen, Therefore I am

AM radio reception in remote areas and how to improve it

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Camp Winnie

Lisa and Shannon share their experience of the nomadic family lifestyle with their two daughters.

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Reducing Roadkill

Scott Heiman provides some tips on what to do if you are faced with roadkill

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How to be a Grey Nomad

It takes more than simply hitting the road in an RV to perfect the fine art of being a Grey Nomad, as Rod Lee explains

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Boating Bliss

Steve Starling offers tips on how to avoid ramp rage when launching your boat

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24/7 Roadservices Australia: Reliable Roadside Assistance for CMCA Members

Join 24/7 Roadservices Australia for reliable roadside assistance tailored for CMCA members. Starting at just $69 per year, travel confidently with our expert support

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Motorhome tours abroad? How easy? Very easy...

We love to see Australia through the windscreen of our RVs. What about other countries?

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The Real Spring

Citrus sculptures, festival feasts, and gardens galore – Griffith celebrates the arrival of spring in style

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Woods Not Just For the Trees

Tasmania’s forests are in need of a hug

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Second-hand News

A rental motorhome (or camper) has an interesting life cycle.

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Best of Bundy

Bundaberg North Burnett Tourism gives its top four local secrets for visiting Bundaberg

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All That Glitters is Not Gold

All that glitters is not gold. (Sometimes it's a gemstone). Fossicking and noodling is fun and might even be rewarding.

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Exploring Wiluna: Western Australia's Historic Goldfields Town and Its Nomadic Heritage

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Travelling With Grandchildren

Grandparents can play such a large part in their grandchildren’s upbringing and the shaping of their character.

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A Winter Escape

A great winter plan for those living in Western Australia, and of course wandering nomads from the Eastern states, is to head north and take in some of the beautiful places spread along the extensive WA coastline.

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Snap Happy

The snapper is one of Australia’s favourite sportfish so who better than Al McGlashan to run us through the tricks to hook up this summer

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Life Has It's Ups and Downs

But don’t let that get in the way of adventure

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Make Life Easier When Travelling With Pets

Many members travelling with dogs have shared their stories on handy items for travelling with dogs. Some are DIY and others are store bought, but all make life easier for travelling with pets.

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Caravanning With Your Canine

Not only can you bring your RV over on the Spirit of Tasmania, but you can also bring your furry friend.

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Kodak Memories

Those of us who travel around in our RVs see plenty of things, some of them at our campsite and others on our travels, and we’d like to keep them in the memory books. Perhaps it’s time to get your camera out of the cupboard and start taking some photographs!

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Ryan's journey from detailer to national DIY innovator

Discover how Ryan Sampson Tuck transformed RV care with mobile detailing services and innovative DIY kits, ensuring nationwide access to expert detailing.

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Walk This Way

Sitting behind the wheel of an RV all day isn’t exactly great for one’s fitness or posture, but that’s easily rectified — try stretching your legs on one of these day hikes around Australia.

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Free to Roam

Aside from work and family obligations, the big question for anyone considering a long-term adventure is how can it be funded.

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A Checklist of the Essentials

As one of Australia’s rightful top destinations, the Red Centre offers a plethora of ‘must-see’ attractions, from well-known to more obscure.

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Outback Traveller's Guide to Waving

When travelling in a campervan, motorhome, caravan or RV, there are certain rules and protocols in place when it comes to waving on outback roads and highways.

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Gem on the Gwydir

Two fantastic festivals in Bingara exemplify the ‘Gwydir Good Life’

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A New Adventure Awaits

Located along The Great Dividing Range in north-eastern NSW, the New England High Country is a region with many facets.

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A Feel for the Future

We take a sneak peek into the future of RVs as seen by industry leaders

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Spring Into an Alpine Adventure

The mountains aren’t only for winter.

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Round the World in a Motorhome

Thinking about an overseas jaunt in a motorhome? Make sure you’re prepared for your foreign road trip with these handy tips and tricks

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Know Your Tow

Graeme Kemlo delves into the world of towing, providing top tips for you from a tow expert

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Celebrate 100 Years at the 2024 Cobb & Co Festival in Outback Queensland

Join the centenary celebration of the last mail run at the 2024 Cobb & Co Festival in Queensland!

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Getting Sporty

Aussies love their sport – and late winter to early spring is a great time to get amongst some of the biggest events.

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Wonderful Wanderlust

Everyone dreams of escaping, of ditching the workday routine and living every day like it’s the weekend. The great news is leaving behind the 9-to-5 grind and embracing an off-the-grid nomadic lifestyle may be easier than you think.

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Understanding Motorhomes: Storage and Classification

When looking to purchase a new RV, there are different storage options to consider, so if you need some help understanding storage and classification, the following article is a helpful guide to get you started.

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Try Before You Buy

Ease your way into the motorhome market – eyes wide open – with a rental

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Solar Flare

South Australia’s remarkable renewables success story

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Exploring Fremantle: The Ultimate RV Summer Adventure

Discover how Jessica Palmer will save over $160 in just 7 days using GeoWiki X to find discounted fuel and free campsites.

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Canola Fields are Calling

Located halfway between Sydney and Melbourne in the Riverina region of NSW, Temora Shire is the northern-most tip of the must-do Canola Trail touring route and is also home to the CMCA RV Park Temora.

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A Green Legacy

The Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area (TWWHA) embraces six national parks plus other conservation areas that jointly cover more than 1.5 million hectares, one-fifth of Tasmania’s land mass.

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Top Touring Haunts

KEA Tracks reveal a few special treasures that will appear to travellers for a variety of reasons

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Freedom Camping Under Attack

Regulators tighten controls to further erode options for our freedom camping lifestyle

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Destination Unknown

While travelling around, what sort of hobbies do you indulge in?

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Tropical Paradise

Hinchinbrook is a nature lover's dream just waiting to be discovered...

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Down by the River

Letting the current take you where it will.

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Inspiring Travel

Top tips for enhancing your story through imagery.

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Tapping Into Tech

REDARC’S new smart technology puts the control of your RV in the palm of your hands

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Out of Africa - and Into Dubbo

KEA visited Toronga Western Plains Zoo and discovered it's not just for the grandkids

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Planning a Safe Outback Adventure

Australia has some incredibly diverse, unique, and rugged landscapes that travellers both local and international are keen to explore.

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A Seat at the Camp Table

Ali Millar gives her verdict on a light-weight camp chair.

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Touring the Gawler Ranges

Thousands pass this region as they cross the continent, but few stop. Yet there's plenty to see for those with the time to spare.

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Tyre Pressures

Tyres designed for cars, trucks, trailers and motorhomes are all slightly different. So what tyre pressures should your RV run on?

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Know Your Camera

Here at KEA we have a question: has technology improved the quality of everyone’s photos?

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Fairways of Fun in Omeo

After a cold winter, the lure of five days away enjoying the spring sunshine in the magical mountains of Victoria’s high country sounds very appealing.

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Powering Up

Batteries, chargers and related systems

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The Right RV For Me

Decisions, decisions — there are so many things to consider when choosing the perfect RV to suit your life on the road

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Frugal Feeds

Follow these thrifty tips to eat like royalty while you’re on the road, without spending all your gold sovereigns.

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Planning for the Big One

Con Tsobanopoulos of RV insurance specialist Ken Tame provides some insights into what you need to do before you hit the road for a big trip

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Darling River Run

Across the vast New South Wales dusty desert snakes the most famous of the state’s outback waterways, the Darling River.

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Safeguarding Your Vehicle

With vehicle theft on the rise, Con Tsobanopoulos from Ken Tame discusses what you can do to minimise your risk.

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

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

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All the Fun of the Fair

It’s not just kids who enjoy the colour and activity of shows and festivals.

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Winter Travels

In cold conditions motorhomes that have a club lounge or dinette in the rear that is surrounded by windows are real winners.

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Taking Flight

Love our feathered friends? Enjoy a journey around Australia’s birdwatching outposts

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The Numbers on Safety

It’s a good idea to keep valuables out of sight when away from your motorhome

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Top 10 Camping Tips

Follow these top tips to make your next getaway in your campervan, motorhome, caravan or camper trailer the most enjoyable yet.

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Night Moves

Daylight savings has finished for another six months in the south-east, which means shorter days and cooler weather. It pays to be prepared. With that in mind, we’ve outlined things to consider on and off the road.

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The Top Ten CMCA New Year Resolutions (and how to acheive them!)

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Christmas Cheer on the Road

Spending the Christmas period on the road does not necessarily mean you have to compromise on seasonal cheer. We explore fun and simple ways to decorate your RV and bring in the new year on the road.

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Slice of Paradise

Do you remember a place on your travels especially for the food?

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How I Saved Over $160 in 7 Days with GeoWiki X: A Budget Travel Experiment

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A Total Re-Berth

We spell out the pros and cons of buying an ex-rental

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Explore Ipswich: A City That Rocks Beyond the CMC Festival

Discover the charms of Ipswich, QLD— from historic antiques to unique picnics and vibrant festivals.

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Keeping Green

We here at KEA believe that everyone has a responsibility to not only look after our environment but to leave it better than we found it.

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The Great Outdoors

With its historic rail trails, endless beaches and scenic lake systems, East Gippsland offers outdoor adventurers a bounty of riches to explore

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Explaining RV Licences

Licencing for RVs can be a little confusing at times and is perhaps one of the biggest barriers to taking up the RVing life.

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Time to Evacuate

Emptying your toilet waste is never fun, but here’s everything you need to know to do it safely, legally and without any splashback.

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Outback Playground

This wonderful collection of places is guaranteed to impress the whole family with plenty of opportunities to swim, climb, bike, paddle and toast a marshmallow, and just enough facilities to clean the kids up afterwards.

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Road to Sustainability

Kirstie Bedford looks at what the RV industry is doing to manage its carbon footprint in a world where environmental awareness is big business

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Fright Night

Shadowy figures creeping down hallways, things that go bump in the night, and doors that rattle and slam — Australia’s best ghost tours will send chills up anyone’s spine.

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Spring Cleaning

The change of season can be a good time to get out there and give your motorhome a thorough going over.

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Local Destinations

Australia is a big country. Distances are frequently long and trips to faraway places require time and planning. That’s fine for many people, but for those whose time is more limited, somewhere closer to hand is the default option.

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Tips for Hiring a Motorhome

If contemplating a rental motorhome trip, choosing the right motorhome is at the top of the list.

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Apollo's Motorhome Assembly Line

Based in the north Brisbane suburb of Northgate, Apollo, over the last few years, has developed a very well set-up facility, not only for producing motorhomes and campervans, but caravans too.

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Hard-Core Beauty

Photographer Ian Smith finds rocky inspiration at four unique destinations on the east coast

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The Road to Safety

Kirstie Bedford investigates the issue of road safety and finds the finger points almost squarely at the RV owner

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The Dreamtime

Long-time CMCA members, Bill and Dorothy McClintock currently own a KEA Dreamtime and I’m sure you’ll be pleased to know, are very happy with their motorhome.

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