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Shocking discoveries at Mt Ive Station
The Gawler Ranges adventure that has so much to offer 4WDers I woke to watch the sunrise from the comfort of my swag, a truly rewarding experience. The campsite was silent, except for the crunch, crunch, crunch as someone walked…
Barrington is definitely Tops
When everyone else was at the beach last summer, I went bush. The blistering heatwaves were almost inescapable last summer, but I found a spot that was so cool, I needed a jumper and long pants. In Gloucester, NSW, it…
The Darling is flowing, so I changed my plans to see it
I rise in the drought from the Queensland rain, I fill my branches again and again; I hold my billabongs back in vain, For my life and my peoples, The south seas drain, And the land grows old And the…
Hidden Gems of the Millstream
Whichever mood you find Millstream in, you’ll be sure of a photo-inspiring remote outback adventure. In the dry season, the Pilbara’s Millstream-Chichester National Park is a mesmerising mix of open plains, spinifex covered hills, red dirt roads and lofty rocky…
Brisbane to Broome
Article by Jennifer Johnston, Images by Cyndi Heard Take a vicarious journey and discover what this couple learned from their three-month nomadic excursion, traversing some of Australia’s most iconic roads. This was an epic three-month 15,000km 4WD/caravan adventure, traversing two…
With restricted mobility, is access to the Vic High Country still possible?
My old mate Willem is a seasoned bushman who has taken his numerous 4WD vehicles to extreme places throughout Australia since he purchased his first one in Darwin back in 1977. One region he’d never explored was the Victorian High…
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…
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…
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…
Wongi Waterholes
Drop in on the way to The Cape – A kettle full of gold could be yours! The Cape is a long way north of everywhere so you’ll need to stop somewhere on the way there. Wongi Waterholes is a…
Surviving the Tanami: The Detour That Nearly Cost Us
Surviving the Tanami… Just! The detour that almost cost us When planning your Tanami crossing – preparation is key. Our enthusiasm for crossing the Tanami Desert wasn’t always mirrored by family, friends and fellow travellers. “Really? You want to cross the…
HIGH COUNTRY BUCKET LIST: THE TRACKS YOU NEED TO DRIVE
Victorian 4X4 tracks I’ve always wanted to drive but haven’t… Until now! CLICK HERE TO READ THIS STORY IN OUR ONLINE MAGAZINE The Vic High Country still has a plethora of tracks that take you to the most amazing campground,…
