When the going gets Tuff
Jugens Australia has released a new model in its line-up of TuffTRAX offroaders, the XP1850.
The new rig include a double bed, a dinette that converts into a single bed, an 80L compressor fridge, fans...
If Tow Vehicles Could Talk
I've been stationary this month at the lovely Walkamin Caravan Park, Qld, so there hasn't been much to write about except a lovely Christmas in July and other Walkamin happenings, so I thought a bit...
Review: Salute Caravans Avalon Family Van
Salute Caravans is a relatively new name in the Australian caravan industry. That said, the team at the helm has been building caravans for about seven years. It’s a family enterprise with four models...
Bailey Australia Shutting Up Shop
Bailey Australia has become the latest manufacturer to shut up shop.
The company announced on August 1 that its Australian manufacturing operation would be closed by the end of the month, or shortly thereafter.
Bailey Australia’s...
Caravan Water Wise
Anyone who goes camping understands the limitations that a lack of water can impose. Aside from keeping our bodies hydrated and for those morning mood-enhancing coffees and teas, water is needed for other daily...
Gear Up for Border Expo
The 2019 Border Caravan & Camping Expo is returning to Wodonga Racecourse, Vic, in late August. This will be the ninth Border Expo. Each year, the Caravan Industry Association of Victoria has contributed a combined...
Travel Guide: The Gibb River Road
Last January, GoRV took you along the Savannah Way stretching from Cairns to Broome. In Kununurra, we pointed out that you could continue on the official Savannah Way along the Great Northern Highway, which...
Industry Blasts Compliance Delay
The Caravan Industry Association of Australia has blasted a federal government decision to introduce an Amendment Bill to delay the Road Vehicle Standards Act (RVSA).
As reported in our digital magazine, the RVSA was due...
Caravan Maintenance on the Road
There appears to be an attitude that the more you spend on your setup, the less likely it is that you’ll encounter problems. With an AusRV Byfield XT (offroad) family bunk van that cost...
Review: Paramount Caravans Thunder 186 Pop-Top
There’s a lot to be said for smaller vans, from little weekenders – effectively a bed on wheels – to 18ft pop-tops. They’re typically light, which in turn brings numerous benefits. Less fuel, less...
