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Welcome to Planet 4X4
You buggers never read stories about international locations. We know. We have in-depth analytics on every page you read. So don’t lie and tell me you like to go anywhere other than the Cape, Kimberley or the High Country. But…
July 2018: Adventure Cinema
In this instalment of Adventure Cinema, we have a jumping Daihatsu, classic beer commercials with the Bush Tucker Man, and Tips for finding water in the outback. Don’t forget to check out Pats Three-Cheese Gnocchi camp meal too! CLICK…
West is the best in the Flinders Ranges
Our massive guide to The Flinders Ranges – Venture away from the busy tourist hotspots to experience the real Flinders Ranges. The Flinders Ranges is well-known for its iconic attractions such as Wilpena Pound, but there is much more to this…
AIRCAMP AUSTRALIA APP
If there isn’t an app for it, it’s not worth doing right? That’s a saying, isn’t it? Well now we can confirm that going camping is indeed worth it because there is a new app out to help you get…
The Connie Sue reigns supreme over Anne Beadell
I thought the Anne Beadell Highway was tough, but the Connie Sue Highway smacked it down like The Rock on WWE. My sand flag was being smashed, stone guard attacked from below. Like witches clawing, my paintwork was being etched by…
Desert & dunes without heading into the centre
Why isn’t this on your list? What if I told you Victoria was more than the snow-covered peaks of the High Country, more than the fantastic southern coastlines and endless beaches? Tucked up in the north-west corner of the state…
The Nymboida: A river for all
While everyone fights with traffic at the beach in summer between Coffs Harbour and Grafton, there’s a lot less people enjoying clear mountain streams, rock pools and shady campsites along the Nymboida River. Sometimes heading west in summer makes sense.…
Is technology making us worse 4WDers?
Ignorance is not always bliss Most reasonable people would agree that technological advancements have made day-to-day life easier on numerous fronts. Automation, in particular, has reduced human interaction with devices, products and systems to the point where the simple act…
The best 4WD trips on Melbourne’s doorstep
Five destinations within 100km of Melbourne Unsealed 4X4 freelancer Gary Tischer reckons Brisbane is ‘the best place to live if your passion is heading bush in your 4WD’. Well, I beg to differ. In fact, I believe that Melbourne is…
To Hell And Back: The aftermath of a Firestorm
Warrumbungle NP “The fire developed into a fully-fledged fire thunderstorm,” and was “Absolutely ferocious.” This is how two fire experts described the firestorm that devastated Warrumbungle NP and surrounds on 12 January 2013. Fifty-three houses were destroyed as well as…
A slippery run up the Oodnadatta Track
Is the famous Oodnadatta Track really a boring dirt road to nowhere? It depends how deep into history you’re willing to dig. Oh, and how much rain there’s been! What does the Oodnadatta Track make you think of? A rich…
Finding snow only three hours from Sydney
You don’t have to travel far, as long as the weather plays along Normally, only the Victorians get to have all of the fun in this regard, and anyone within close reach of the Kosciuszko area. But every now and…
4WDing for dummies
Teaching Old Dogs New Tech CLICK HERE TO READ THIS STORY IN OUR ONLINE MAGAZINE The number of 4WD vehicles being purchased or leased by tradies is growing every year and aftermarket companies are jumping on board and pimping the…
Back Pain on the Road
The Editor’s Column In the last month, I’ve been to the Victorian High Country for over a week, Queenstown NZ for a product launch and the Gawler Ranges in South Australia for a vehicle launch. That’s just the obligations I’ve…
Coastal camping that ticks all the boxes
Travel: Pebbly Beach CLICK HERE TO READ THIS STORY IN OUR ONLINE MAGAZINE Spectacular campsites Amazing scenery 4WD-only access Australia is blessed with many great 4WD destinations and camping areas including plenty in coastal areas. One of the absolute…
