Used Caravans, Poptops & Camper Trailers for Sale

Hi, My mum has a motorhome that they wish to put on a powered near Brisbane for approximatley 12 months, Every caravan park I have rang from the yellow pages says no permenent sites, any ideas?

With the range and quality of camper trailers available for hire, exploring those once hard to get to places is now a reality. Whether you are thinking of going off-road with some mates or you’re about to embark on that once in a lifetime camping trip with the family, hiring a camper trailer will highlight your camping experience. This article talks about the different types and styles of camper trailers in the hire market and some options you may wish to consider.

Our modern lifestyle and need for electric and electronic products to accompany us on holidays and on our travels has brought us to have independent power in our caravans and campers when away from mains supply. In this article we discuss how to recharge your camper battery from your tow vehicle and point out basic requirements as well as other recharging options.

This is an advertiser’s directory containing contact details and links for manufacturers, retailers and places to hire camper trailers and general purpose trailers Australia-wide.

Many people either tow trailers, campers, boats or caravans when they travel. When it comes to towing a trailer or camper on the trip, the traveller will now have much more storage space. The compromises will be the extended vehicle length, additional weight and the associated handling changes. This article talks about the techniques and safety issues regarding towing trailers and campers.

Everyone who intends to tow a caravan, or indeed any sort of trailer, needs to be aware that various tow vehicle and trailer combinations can behave in slightly different ways and certainly different from just driving the tow vehicle itself. In this comprehensive article, Malcolm Street looks at the major vehicle considerations plus the equipment you need when towing safely.

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Select a State to access a list of Regions or go direct to a Region to access detailed destination information consisting of Trek Notes, up-to-date road condition reports, fuel prices, downloadable digital iMapPlot maps and plot file data and much more. All pages are interactive to enable visitor feedback and are regularly maintained and updated to ensure ongoing accuracy.

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You may want to plan your holiday to avoid school holidays or to coincide with the school break. Many places are very popular during school holidays, so plan ahead or plan your trip for when the kids are back at school.

Getting ready for the road, be it a three week trip or a three year trip might seem something of a daunting task, whether you are a 4WDriver, tow a camper trailer or caravan or drive a luxurious motorhome.In this article we assume that you have already chosen the itinerary and now need to go about setting up your vehicle and planning the logistics of the trip.

Before you embark upon the logistics of planning for your trip (vehicle setup, camping gear) it is essential that you have made some sort of an itinerary. Making an itinerary helps you and your passengers work out what is achievable and realistic, and therefore safe - essential ingredients for a happy holiday.

This page gives you access to all the relevant site pages regarding permits, access and restrictions and includes some important information a traveller should know before embarking through Australian lands and regions. We discuss the laws in place that protect the Aboriginal lands, National Parks, deserts and beaches as well as private and pastoral areas. We explain the various permit systems in place and list the contact details of the relevant authorities.

ExplorOz has access to main roads, shire council and national parks road condition reporting facilities and compiles this information into an easy to read report.

Etiquette is a word describing the norms that we as society should adhere to, in regards to consideration and respect. When travelling in the outback, it’s very easy to perceive that the land is vast enough to do anything one wishes. This article helps reinforce the positive ideals of respect and consideration for the environment and of others. With good understanding of issues such as: responsible campfire considerations and proper rubbish disposal, you will gain an appreciated sense of doing good for this great country of ours.

ExplorOz Trek Notes are detailed, factual reviews of destinations in Australia to which you can plan a self-drive camping trip. This page will enable you to access over 100 of these trek notes, using various search methods and at a glance you can see what treks we have in each area across Australia.

This article focuses on the major considerations when choosing a 4WD vehicle for the purpose of travelling and camping. We give some brief definations of the various terms used to categorise 4WDs, and discuss various features and their practicality in the outback.

Motorhomes combine living accommodations and travel in the one package and the options are endless. The amount to learn can be quite overwhelming to the newbie. There are different motorhome class types, motorhome terminologies and abbreviations, motorhome extra features, safety features, luxuries, the list goes on. The advancements in motorhome technologies and manufacturing has made these travelling vehicle homes a very enjoyable lifestyle. From young families to seniors, what a better way to take the time to travel around and discover the many pockets of this vast country.

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This article is intended to help the international visitor to Australia who is trying to work out the best way to choose a vehicle for a self-drive trip. There is a perception that buying a vehicle and selling it afterwards is the most ideal and cost-effective solution - this is usually wrong.
Hiring a vehicle that is both your transport and accommodation in one is the realistic solution for a stress-free holiday. In this article we explain the different types of vehicles for hire in Australia including motorhomes, campervans and standard vehicles from 2wd to 4wd.

Everyone who intends to tow a caravan, or indeed any sort of trailer, needs to be aware that various tow vehicle and trailer combinations can behave in slightly different ways and certainly different from just driving the tow vehicle itself. In this comprehensive article, Malcolm Street looks at the major vehicle considerations plus the equipment you need when towing safely.

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The diesel engine, named after the German engineer Rudolf Diesel, is a type of internal combustion engine that is somewhat different to a petrol engine. Air is compressed first and at around 800°C receives an atomised injection of diesel fuel which creates the ignition. These engines are more efficient than petrol engines of the same power and this results in lower fuel consumption. This article discusses the basic operation of the typical automotive diesel engine and especially, the fundamental differences between diesel and petrol engines.

Motorhomes combine living accommodations and travel in the one package and the options are endless. The amount to learn can be quite overwhelming to the newbie. There are different motorhome class types, motorhome terminologies and abbreviations, motorhome extra features, safety features, luxuries, the list goes on. The advancements in motorhome technologies and manufacturing has made these travelling vehicle homes a very enjoyable lifestyle. From young families to seniors, what a better way to take the time to travel around and discover the many pockets of this vast country.

Find all the Caravan Parks in the ExplorOz Australia-wide Places database. Each place will show coordinates, driving directions, altitude, maps, photos, description, facilities, contact details, interactive visitor feedback, links to nearby Places, and links to other maps covering this location.

This is an advertiser’s directory containing contact details and links for station stays, caravan parks, and other regional accommodation options Australia-wide.

This is an advertiser’s directory containing contact details and links for manufacturers, retailers and hire outlets for all models of caravans, fifth wheelers, campervans, motorhomes, and RVs.

ExplorOz Trek Notes are detailed, factual reviews of destinations in Australia to which you can plan a self-drive camping trip. This page will enable you to access over 100 of these trek notes, using various search methods and at a glance you can see what treks we have in each area across Australia.

With today’s technology, it is no longer a valid notion to assume that you will have limited access to modern communication methods whilst you are away from home. There many devices available including satellite phones and HF radios, although email communication still remains relatively cheap and easy and most of us probably feel as if we could not live without it!In this article we discuss the various methods for staying in touch - using internet cafes, mobile phones and laptops and even tips for getting for regular when travelling.

What is it that attracts so many people to the Recreational Vehicle (RV) lifestyle? In this article, we look the various modes of RV transport - from motorhomes, campervans, camper trailers and of course, caravans. If you like meeting people from all walks of life, then there can be no better place than a caravan park or a back-of-beyond campsite and this article will guide you as to where you can go for further information on how to go about getting started.

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Whether it’s cooking a stir fry on a gas powered fry-pan or brewing up a hot stew in a camp oven over hot coals - this article will provide you with some great outback cooking tips. We discuss the various camp stoves and the different preparations involved with camp cooking. We reveal some tips on bush cooking with some great recipes and then finish up with everyone’s not so favourite part of cooking - the washing up.

One of the most obvious camping equipment purchases we all make and hope will be our last – is the table. You could be excused for thinking that this purchase is rather straightforward but in reality, it is not that easy. In this article we look at the typical camping scenario and outline practical situations where you might use a table on a camping trip with buying considerations.

How much thought have you given to how you can minimise the impact you and your family make upon the environment when you head off on a trip? By following a few simple guidelines you can make a big difference in almost everything you do. Being a responsible traveller begins during the trip preparation stages so read on and pick up some useful tips.

In this article we list and describe the diverse range of lights available today and the options you might consider before embarking on your camping trip. There is a comprehensive explanation of the technologies of electric powered lights and various fuel systems for lanterns. There is also a brief list of lighting products on the market today. Last, but definitely not least, we discuss the safety issues concerning lighting systems and provide some good tips on emergency lighting.

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One of the most important considerations when planning an outback trip is the selection of foods to take and the amount needed to keep everyone healthy and happy. The kinds of foods that will keep fresh and the time traveling in the outback and away from towns will play a big part in this plan. This article provides some good tips in regards to food and water, along with relevant quarantine regulations.

Browse, buy, or sell camping gear - including tents, swags, cooking equipment etc. Note that fridges, iceboxes and eskies have their own category.

Etiquette is a word describing the norms that we as society should adhere to, in regards to consideration and respect. When travelling in the outback, it’s very easy to perceive that the land is vast enough to do anything one wishes. This article helps reinforce the positive ideals of respect and consideration for the environment and of others. With good understanding of issues such as: responsible campfire considerations and proper rubbish disposal, you will gain an appreciated sense of doing good for this great country of ours.

In this article, we discuss how to work out what you need to take on your trip. Includes a checklist of items for bush camping in remote areas and also a check list of personal items to suit any trip.

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I own andamp; operate a 4WD as it is the only vehicle that can legally tow my caravan. In addition to the above reason I would point out that I get better economy then most travellers that are towing smaller caravans with their Petrol CARS! I consider that It doesn’t really matter what type of vehicle a person is driving, The main things relating to both safety and economy, ALL depend on the Experience, maturity and attitude of the vehicles driver! (Some people just seem to be born with a “short fuse” and have absolutely no consideration to other road uses.)

if so how much does it cost

Im having a sleepover with my friends but my caravan that will we be sleeping in is really old and ugly can you give me some tips for making it look nice on a budget? And cool things we could do in the caravan please help not much time?? I really need help but i dont have much money so things around my house if possible?

My sister and brother in law are coming to stay at my home(which i fully own) in Balllarat and will be staying in a caravan in my backyard. Do i need a permit for them to live there for the 8 weeks? Australian people only who know australian law please. Thank you

I would like to take the family camping in January. I am looking for a coastal town, (for fishing) small but friendly local population. Anywhere Nth of Bundy. Any link to websites appreciated. Any Personal experience would be highly valued. Any caravan park located on the water would be fantastic.

nsw australia. ive been looking into buying a caravan recently and doing it up as a project. ive been told it has to be registered to be on the roads. how much does this cost on average? thanks.