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Why Mount Isa is more than an outback Queensland stopover
Many consider the outback Queensland mining town of Mount Isa to be little more than a stopover or somewhere to stock up on supplies but there’s plenty to see, do and learn around this spectacular area with its rich mining…
Sydney’s best 4X4 trips
Here are some of Sydney’s best 4X4 trips, ideally suited to those who don’t have the time for a big, far-off adventure, as well as these strange times in which much travel remains restricted. Sure, we all like to head…
How To Mud Driving Part 4
How to Mud Driving Part 4 – Driving techniques in mud In How To: Mud Driving Part 1 we discussed why you should avoid mud if at all possible and in Part 2 we examined the different types of mud…
How To Mud Driving Part 3
How To Mud Driving, Part 3 – Getting ready to dive in In How To Mud Driving Part 1 we discussed why you should avoid mud if at all possible and in How To Mud Driving Part 2 we examined…
How To: Mud Driving Part 2
How to: Mud Driving, Part 2 – Different types of mud In How To Mud Driving Part 2, we’re going to take a look at the different types of mud you’re likely to encounter when you’re out four-wheel driving. In…
Shackles ain’t shackles: The legalities on different shackles for towing and their ratings
Words and photos by Tim Scott While all shackles are not created equal, they’re not all yellow either – what difference does it make? And do my caravan or camper shackles have to be yellow? You’d be forgiven for thinking…
Three knots you need to know!
Here are three knots you need to know because, well, ratchet straps are for hipsters! Considering we’re all most likely sitting around at home waiting for the ‘Rona to blow up all over again (sorry to our brothers and sisters…
A worldwide treasure hunt and we’re all invited: Geocaching
Geocaching is the world’s biggest treasure hunt and we’re all invited to play! Treasure hunts have captured the imaginations and adventurousness of both children and adults alike, since time immemorial. From the days of pirate treasure to the much-loved Easter…
How To: Mud Driving Part 1
How to: Mud Driving, Part 1 – Do you really need to do it? When it comes to mud driving, some blokes (and some sheilas) just can’t help themselves. After all, who doesn’t like jumping in muddy puddles? Especially, it…
Bloke stuck in the outback walks 60km to safety!
They say if you get stuck in the outback you should never leave your vehicle, but this young bloke walked an astonishing 60km after getting bogged at Cape Arid in WA… and he made it out alive! According to a…
Video: Cecil Madigan’s 1939 Simpson Desert Expedition
Thanks to the State Library of South Australia you can now see actual footage of Cecil Madigan’s 1939 Simpson Desert Expedition. Once considered one of the more remote journeys you could take in outback Australia, the Madigan Line, which wends…
Guide to fuel carrying options
Chances are you’re about to do The Cape or Madigan Line and you’ve got your map out and are looking for fuel stops along the way. Thanks to all the fuel-carrying options that are now available, gone are the days…
Queensland to open but you’ll still need a border pass
Non-Queenslanders excited by the lifting of travel restrictions from 12.01pm tomorrow (10 July) still need to bear in mind that they will have to complete a Queensland Border Declaration Pass before entering the state. There are a number of requirements…
NSW-Victoria border to close
In a shock but somewhat unsurprising move, the New South Wales/Victoria border will close for the first time in 100 years! In a move that is expected to throw the plans of many holidaymakers in to chaos, in consultation with…
Cape to open as early as 10 July this year… and tomorrow for Queenslanders!
Cape York to open as early as 10 July this year… and tomorrow for Queenslanders! Hot off the press is the news we’ve all been waiting to hear: Cape York will be open from 10 July (3 July for Queenslanders),…
