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Hoppy Easter

What is Easter? Easter is a festival and holiday celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, described in the New Testament as having occurred on the third day (Easter Sunday) of his burial after his crucifixion (Good Friday) by Romans at Calvary c. 30 AD. It is the culmination of the Passion of Christ, preceded by Lent (or Great Lent), a forty-day period of fasting, prayer, and penance.Easter is celebrated over four days:Good FridayThe day Jesus willingly suffered and died by crucifixion as [...]

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What’s On At The Supershow 2019

The 2019 NSW Caravan Camping Holiday Supershow is on from Tuesday 30th April to Sunday 5th May at Rosehill Gardens Racecourse. DAILY ACTIVITIES & FREE ENTERTAINMENTCaravan and camping is fun for the whole family and there is so much to see and do with at the Supershow. THINGS TO DOAs you discover the thousands of products on display, make sure you include a visit to the:Passport Competition display and entry stations Free Fast Ed Cooking Demos Free Daily Seminars Free [...]

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Discover Variety in April

April is for Easter egg hunts and school holidays. But for Discovery Parks it's for their charity partner: Variety - the Children's Charity.Discovery Parks believe in Variety's mission:For all Australian children to attain their full potential, regardless of ability or background.From medical equipment to occupational therapy services, Variety is committed to supporting children who are sick, disadvantaged or have special needs - because all kids deserve a fair go.Last year, Discovery Parks were delighted to raise $120,000 for Variety. [...]

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Buy Supershow Tickets Online and Save!

The biggest and best showcase of all things caravan and camping in NSW.On for 6 big days with over 300 Exhibitors and thousands of products on display, it’s the ultimate way to check out what caravan and camping is all about in one great location. So Much to See & Do See a huge range of exhibitors, hundreds of brands and a great range of displays showcasing the latest in Caravans, Motorhomes, Campervans, Camper & Tent Trailers, Slide-Ons, Tents, Accessories and [...]

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Supershow Is Coming – Save the Date

IT'S ALMOST HERE - THE BIGGEST AND BEST CARAVAN & CAMPING SHOW IN NSW! Over 6 big days with more than 300 Exhibitors, hundreds of brands and thousands of products in the one location.Tuesday 30th April – Sunday 5th May Rosehill Gardens Racecourse Save time and money and buy your tickets online today! So much to see and do with daily seminars, cooking demonstrations by Fast Ed, kids activities and enter to win over $25,000 in great prizes. There's no better place to [...]

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First Aid Facts – Spider Bites

It can be difficult to know if a bite from a spider is dangerous or not. It is best to medically categorize spider bites into 3 groups:Big black spiders Redback spiders All other spidersBig black spiders are funnel web spiders and any large black-looking spiders that may be a funnel web spider. Their bites are serious – calm the person, be prepared to provide CPR and call (000) for an ambulance to seek urgent medical assistance.Redback spiders are easy to identify [...]

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Top 5 NPWS Easter Escapes

Make the most of Easter and consider one of these 5 memorable spots to recharge. Whether you stay close to home or travel further afield, you’ll be escaping it all, surrounded by natural beauty.The ANZAC Day Public Holiday is close the Easter break so why not take a few extra days and combine the two.The Basin CampgroundThe Basin Campground in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park is one of Sydney's most popular beach camping spots. Park entry fees apply. Suitable for tents, [...]

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Happy St Patrick’s Day

St. Patrick’s Day was a religious holiday celebrated only in Ireland but now it is a global event that commemorates Saint Patrick and the arrival of Christianity in Ireland and celebrates the heritage and culture of the Irish in general.St Patrick is one of Ireland’s patron saints and died on March 17 in or around the year 493. He worked as a missionary in Ireland and it is believed that he banished “snakes” from the country although the term [...]

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Holiday Parks Are Better than a Hotel

Holidays are for fun and relaxation and the type of accommodation and facilities available is important and will make all the difference to your holiday experience.Hotel rooms may offer the essential home comforts, but Holiday Parks can offer more. Holiday Parks cater for everyoneWhether you are a family, a couple of any age, a first time caravanner or camper, travelling with the dog or are a disabled traveller, holiday parks have options for everyone.More space for familiesWhether [...]

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Sharing The Road With Cyclists

Getting around by bike is very popular and the need to share the road between bikes and vehicles is common. Bike-only lanes are slowly appearing but in most locations, cyclists are left to get around on the roads, which comes with its risks. It is important for both drivers and cyclists to recognise these risks and remember that the road is there to share. The Risks In Australia, cyclists are among the most vulnerable of road users. They have the highest proportion [...]

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