Caravan Guides & Tips Advice
Explore our practical caravan buyer guides and ownership advice, from choosing the right van to towing, maintenance, insurance, and resale tips.
Everyday Touring
Do You Actually Need a TPMS? Here’s the Honest Answer
You've seen the ads. You've probably had a mate tell you their TPMS "saved their life" on the way to Broken Hill. So now...
Everyday Touring
How Much Solar Do You Actually Need? The Honest Answer.
Solar is one of those topics where everyone has an opinion and almost nobody gives you a straight number. The marketing material says "go...
Finance & Insurance
Common Ownership Mistakes That Lead to Claims and How to Avoid Them
Small caravan ownership mistakes can add up quickly. From unchecked seals and poor loading to awnings left out in bad weather, here are the common issues worth checking before your next trip.
Post-Trip Caravan Care: What to Do After You Get Home
For many caravan owners, the focus is always on getting away - planning routes, packing gear, and setting up camp. What often gets overlooked...
Caravan and Camping Trips Are Being Disrupted More Often – Here’s Why
OverviewAcross Australia, more caravan and camping trips are being interrupted, delayed, or cut short than many travellers expect. In some cases it is weather....
Why More Australians Are Using Rooftop Tents and Portable Power
Australian travellers are increasingly pairing rooftop tents with portable power to support flexible, off-grid camping and short touring stays.
DIY Jerry Can Water Hack: Add a Tap and Hose for Under $30
Transform your camping water setup and eliminate heavy lifting with this easy thirty dollar modification that makes washing feet and refilling bottles effortless on...
Buying a Caravan in 2026: How to Buy with Confidence
Navigate the caravan market in 2026 with clarity. Understand contracts and options for a confident and rewarding purchase experience.
Remote Touring Guide: The Ultimate Outback Survival Blueprint
Australia offers sensational adventures but with the majority of our mainland being arid, remote travel dangerous without preparation. Luckily, with the right planning, you...
Caravanning with a Moon Boot – Real World Lesson
Discover how we managed an off-grid caravan adventure with a fractured ankle, proving that a last-minute injury doesn't have to stop your travel plans.Overview...
Are Caravan Slide-Outs Still Worth It? – Real life vanners share their experience
Craving more room to move? Discover how Bruce and Marg Gow gain extra living space without towing a longer van. Learn if slide-out caravans...
Real World Lesson: Handling Six Tyre Failures on One Outback Lap
Follow Alison and Peter as they navigate six separate tyre disasters across the Outback, proving that even with preparation, the unexpected happens and flexibility...
Vehicle & Trailer Safety Chain Hook Kit
Overview – Why This MattersThis article introduces a solution for caravanners struggling with difficult Dee or Bow shackles that cause back pain and are...
Remote Caravan Communications 2025 – Sue & Greg’s Top Tip for Outback Safety
Learn from Sue and Greg Evan’s breakdown on the Barkley Highway and discover why securing reliable communications before you leave is the ultimate safety...
Essential 4WD Roof Loading Guide – Safe Setup For Off-Road Adventures
Why This MattersThis guide is for 4WD tourers and families who carry gear on their roof, specifically those using rooftop tents or boats. It...
