Epic 4WD tracks near Brisbane you’ll want to drive this weekend
Discover 5 must-do 4WD tracks near Brisbane - from beaches to bush - for your next off-road escape. Check them out here.
QLD
What off-roaders can catch at the regional QLD Outdoor, Caravan and Camping Expos
Off-road hybrids, camper trailers, 12v gear and more. Here’s what’s worth seeing at the regional QLD outdoor expos this May.
What you need to know before buying 4X4 suspension
It is impossible to not hammer on about the fact that factory-fitted suspension is a compromise. Now I’m not going to say something vague like suspension is one of the most important components on a vehicle. A $0.20 seal in…
Five secrets of K’gari (Fraser Island)
Explore 5 hidden gems of K’gari Fraser Island. Discover the best remote 4WD spots for your next adventure away from the crowds on K'gari.
Terrain Tamer Opens in Townsville
Family owned 4WD Parts Company, Terrain Tamer, are excited to announce the opening of their new branch in Townsville, Queensland. Since its beginnings in 1969, starting in the suburbs of Melbourne, Terrain Tamer has grown to include a total of…
Birdsville Races Postponed due to COVID Outbreak
Given the ongoing uncertainty associated with the highly transmissible COVID Delta variant, organisers of the Birdsville Races have made the difficult decision to postpone the iconic event. The bucket-list 2021 Birdsville Races were scheduled to run on September 3rd and 4th this year but…
Big Red Bash still going ahead for now
Preparations for the Big Red Bash event continue in Birdsville with the full support of Queensland Health and Tourism and Events despite COVID-19 lockdowns. Event organiser and director of the Outback Music Festival Group Greg Donovan said, “We are working closely with Government officials to…
It’s on! 2021 Birdsville Races tickets to go on sale in May
2021 Birdsville Races expected to go ahead with tickets to go on sale in May this year. After cancellation of the 2020 event due to Covid-19, organisers are hopeful that the 2021 Birdsville Races will go ahead as planned and…
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…
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…
Birdsville Races have been Cancelled for 2020
The Birdsville Races have been cancelled for 2020 but event dates for next year have been confirmed. The organisers of one of Australia’s most iconic outback events have today announced that the Birdsville Races have been cancelled for 2020. Known…
Queensland camping closed to slow spread of coronavirus
Queensland has shut down all camping in state forests and national parks as more and more stringent measures are put in place to assist in curbing the COVID-19 outbreak. All Queensland camping in national parks, state forests and recreation areas…
GVM upgrades in Queensland made easier thanks to LS15 mod code
GVM upgrades in Queensland have become easier thanks to the introduction of LS15 which removes the requirement for a fully qualified engineer to sign-off on GVM upgrades for in-service vehicles, saving vehicle owners time and money. Finally, a bit of…
Capricorn Crossing of Australia: Stage 1
Following an imaginary line on a map Words and Images by Glenn Marshall Every man and his dog has crossed Australia from Byron to Steep Point, some have even tried to do it without touching the bitumen, so I wanted…
Queensland – 48hrs in Byfield National Park
Killing time in paradise – just how far can you go in two days? Words and Images by Dan Watkins Tunnel vision. We have all been guilty of it at one time or another, myself included. Racing to our intended…
