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Free Caravan Safety Checking Days

Transport for NSW, in conjunction with NSW Police are hosting free Caravan Safety Checking Days for owners of caravans and camper trailers at 3 locations across Northern NSW in early December. Learn about the risks associated with towing and understand why it’s important to get the weights, mass and dimensions right for the safety of yourself and others. Event Dates/Times below: Tuesday 1 December 2020, 8am - 3pm (Kempsey) Wednesday 2 December 2020, 8am - 3pm (Coffs Harbour) Thursday 3 December 2020, 8am -...

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Large Towed Recreational Vehicle Rebate Scheme - The Campfire

Large Towed Recreational Vehicle Rebate Scheme – Registration Now Open

Transport for NSW has announced the Large Towed Recreational Vehicle Rebate Scheme aimed at helping to reduce the costs of your recreational travel. From 22 October 2020, you can now register for the Scheme via your toll tag provider's internet page, select Register for the Large Towed Recreation Vehicle Toll Rebate and follow the prompts to complete your registration. Trips from 1 June 2020 will be eligible for the rebate. Transport for NSW is working to have the claim system up...

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Staying Active with Green Exercise

Exercising in natural environments not only gets your blood pumping, but also encourages you to explore your surroundings. Studies show that green exercise brings additional physical and psychological benefits beyond those of indoor activities. These benefits include boosting self-esteem, improving well-being and mood as well as reducing stress. Whether you are camping or on an RV road trip, there are several ways to take advantage of the outdoor green spaces and discover what nature has to offer. Explore within your NSW...

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Are you prepared for a medical emergency?

A medical emergency can happen any time and calling for proper medical care can be hard while caravanning/camping in a remote location. Make sure you arm yourself with the right knowledge of First Aid Kits and understanding the risks involved with your holiday. Here is a list of medical essentials and knowledge for you to read. First Aid What should be in a First Aid KitDefibrillatorsChokingBites & StingsSpider BitesBurns & ScaldsHeat ExhaustionDiabetes Pets Sick Pets while Travelling The additional key things you can equip yourself for...

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Improve your Writing Skills while on the Road

Writing down your thoughts on paper or a smart device is a visual way to filter, remember and articulate your big ideas. At times, we forget the art of writing and become too attached to casual browsing on our smartphones, tablets, or laptops. It is not limited to scribbling on paper, but also laying out your thoughts in drawings or diagrams that can be seen in a more abstract meaningful way. You can try to improve your writing skills in the...

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NRMA 100 Year Promotion

NRMA has started hitting the road to celebrate their 100 Year Centenary by hosting special events in different locations as part of their 'Bright Futures Tour' across New South Wales. The Bright Futures Tour aims to bring back the great Aussie road trip, drive tourism to regional areas, help communities that are doing it tough and foster a sustainable future for all Australians. The events give communities the opportunity to come together, to share and to start conversations. They will...

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Destination Fast Facts – Lightning Ridge

Lightning Ridge is a small outback town in north-western New South Wales, Australia and is located at the start of the Darling River Run, one of Australia's most iconic touring routes. Location: Lightning Ridge is located 729 km north west of Sydney via Mudgee and Dubbo; and 64 km south of the Queensland border. Population: 2,284 (2016 census) Meaning: Initially the settlement was known as Nettleton's Hill because Charles Nettleton discovered the opals in the district in 1902. It was later renamed by the New...

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Caravanners Warned About Using Truck Rest Areas

An increasing number of trucks and caravans are sharing Australia’s highways, but a new campaign is warning that there are some places only trucks should go. Caravanners are being warned that using truck rest areas as free camping sites is putting lives at risk on the nation’s highways. It comes after Caravan Industry Association of Australia research found a quarter of recreational vehicle users had stayed at overnight rest areas reserved for truckies. National Heavy Vehicle Regulator CEO Sal Petroccitto said educating...

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Popular Crystal Shower Falls Walk Reopens

Known as one of the shortest waterfall walks, but the most intriguing, the walk has reopened after undergoing repairs. Located in Dorrigo National Park, approximately one hours drive inland from Coffs Harbour and six hours from Sydney, it is well worth the visit. Wander through this incredible track through lush rainforest to reach the beautiful Crystal Shower Falls. A suspension bridge leads to a short side track that will take you behind the waterfall into a rocky cavern. For more information

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NSW Tides & Predictions

Tidal predictions in NSW are calculated by the National Tidal Centre of Australia from daily tide recordings made at Fort Denison in Sydney Harbour. Points to note: There will be time variations for NSW ports and rivers. Tide heights refer to zero on the Fort Denison Tide Gauge, being approximately the level of the Lowest Astronomical Tide. Times are in local standard time (UTC +10:00) or daylight savings time (UTC +11:00) when in effect. Tide heights are quoted in metres....

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