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Caravan World

Issue 638
Magazine

Caravan World is the definitive guide that gives caravanners the know-how and confidence to pursue their touring dreams. At its heart, Caravan World is committed to enabling caravan travel in Australia, through informed testing of RV products, helpful tips and advice and showcasing great destinations and activities.

Caravan World

FIRST WORDS JOHN FORD

EXPLOREX CARAVANS: 20 YEARS IN THE MAKING

1000W ROLLOUT SOLAR AWNING FOR RVS

BIG RED BASH BREAKS THREE WORLD RECORDS IN 2023

BIG4 HOLIDAY PARKS AIMS FOR HAPPIER CAMPERS

CARAVAN AND CAMPING HOLIDAYS SURGE IN FACE OF ECONOMIC UNCERTAINTY

THE CONSTANT ISSUE OF WEIGHT • This month Malcolm talks about the importance of weight in a motorhome and why getting a weighbridge certificate before purchase is the way to go.

PAIN POINTS • Reflecting on the permit application process for remote travel.

HOME IS WHERE WE PARK IT • We are Reece (40), Gemma (38), Ida (6) and Ari (5) from Tasmania. We've been caravanning full-time with two kids since June 2018. We have documented our travels and memories on social media for five years now as @vanroam'n.

UNDERSTANDING WIRING FAULTS IN YOUR CARAVAN • This month David delves into the importance of understanding your van's DC wiring, particularly the difference between short circuits and ground faults.

Should I or shouldn't I?

RV INLINE WATER FILTER FROM B.E.S.T. WATER FILTERS

TRAVEL HAPPY • We shine the spotlight on caravanners, their rigs, and their travel tales

HOW TO WIN

PERFECT VISION • Hybrid might suggest a caravan that's of mixed character but there's no doubt about the fitness for purpose of Vision RV's new VH16-C offroad model.

THE JEWEL OFF THE NEWELL • Known as the Sapphire City, Inverell is a true gem of the New England High Country just a short detour offthe Newell Highway

NATURALLY NARRABRI • From sulphur-smelling natural artesian bores of Pilliga to the soaring summit of Mt Kaputar and everything in between, the Narrabri region has something for everyone — if you play your cards right you might even catch a glimpse of the elusive giant pink slug.

FLAIR BY NAME AND NATURE • This company really does build vans with flair and the Eco Mate does it in spades with an elevating bed — and there's plenty more innovation to go with it.

10 HIKES WORTH TRAVELLING FOR • Australia is bursting with amazing and diverse landscapes, and while we love a good road trip, sometimes exploring on foot is the best way to fully appreciate it all.

EMBRACING THE SIMPLE THINGS: ADVENTURE AT WOODGATE BEACH • Join Paul Morton as he explores Woodgate Beach, Qld, a hidden gem with everything from fabulous fishing spots, serene natural environments, 4WD beach adventures and, of course, the fantastic NRMA Woodgate Beach Holiday Park.

OPERATION 200 PART FOUR: LIGHTS, POWER, AND ICE CREAM • We continue the upgrade of our 200 Series LandCruiser with accessories to make a difference for remote travel. And now we have been travelling for 10 weeks we can start reporting on how everything is working out.

A LITTLE BATTLER • Caravan World Deputy Editor Allison Watt and her partner headed north in their spec'd up Crusader Musketeer Warrior, ready to do battle with the notorious Cape York terrain.

GROSS COMBINATION MASS (GCM) WHAT DOES IT MEAN? • Ian Bellert dives into the world of Gross Combination Mass (GCM) to provide readers with an overview as it stands today.

FERGUSON VALLEY: A LITTLE-KNOWN TREASURE • Just 1.5 hours from Perth and 20 minutes east of Bunbury lies one of WA's best- kept secrets … Ferguson Valley.

PIONEERING SPIRIT • This new Pioneer caravan introduces on-trend design and bucketloads of offroad cred in a...


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Caravan World is the definitive guide that gives caravanners the know-how and confidence to pursue their touring dreams. At its heart, Caravan World is committed to enabling caravan travel in Australia, through informed testing of RV products, helpful tips and advice and showcasing great destinations and activities.

Caravan World

FIRST WORDS JOHN FORD

EXPLOREX CARAVANS: 20 YEARS IN THE MAKING

1000W ROLLOUT SOLAR AWNING FOR RVS

BIG RED BASH BREAKS THREE WORLD RECORDS IN 2023

BIG4 HOLIDAY PARKS AIMS FOR HAPPIER CAMPERS

CARAVAN AND CAMPING HOLIDAYS SURGE IN FACE OF ECONOMIC UNCERTAINTY

THE CONSTANT ISSUE OF WEIGHT • This month Malcolm talks about the importance of weight in a motorhome and why getting a weighbridge certificate before purchase is the way to go.

PAIN POINTS • Reflecting on the permit application process for remote travel.

HOME IS WHERE WE PARK IT • We are Reece (40), Gemma (38), Ida (6) and Ari (5) from Tasmania. We've been caravanning full-time with two kids since June 2018. We have documented our travels and memories on social media for five years now as @vanroam'n.

UNDERSTANDING WIRING FAULTS IN YOUR CARAVAN • This month David delves into the importance of understanding your van's DC wiring, particularly the difference between short circuits and ground faults.

Should I or shouldn't I?

RV INLINE WATER FILTER FROM B.E.S.T. WATER FILTERS

TRAVEL HAPPY • We shine the spotlight on caravanners, their rigs, and their travel tales

HOW TO WIN

PERFECT VISION • Hybrid might suggest a caravan that's of mixed character but there's no doubt about the fitness for purpose of Vision RV's new VH16-C offroad model.

THE JEWEL OFF THE NEWELL • Known as the Sapphire City, Inverell is a true gem of the New England High Country just a short detour offthe Newell Highway

NATURALLY NARRABRI • From sulphur-smelling natural artesian bores of Pilliga to the soaring summit of Mt Kaputar and everything in between, the Narrabri region has something for everyone — if you play your cards right you might even catch a glimpse of the elusive giant pink slug.

FLAIR BY NAME AND NATURE • This company really does build vans with flair and the Eco Mate does it in spades with an elevating bed — and there's plenty more innovation to go with it.

10 HIKES WORTH TRAVELLING FOR • Australia is bursting with amazing and diverse landscapes, and while we love a good road trip, sometimes exploring on foot is the best way to fully appreciate it all.

EMBRACING THE SIMPLE THINGS: ADVENTURE AT WOODGATE BEACH • Join Paul Morton as he explores Woodgate Beach, Qld, a hidden gem with everything from fabulous fishing spots, serene natural environments, 4WD beach adventures and, of course, the fantastic NRMA Woodgate Beach Holiday Park.

OPERATION 200 PART FOUR: LIGHTS, POWER, AND ICE CREAM • We continue the upgrade of our 200 Series LandCruiser with accessories to make a difference for remote travel. And now we have been travelling for 10 weeks we can start reporting on how everything is working out.

A LITTLE BATTLER • Caravan World Deputy Editor Allison Watt and her partner headed north in their spec'd up Crusader Musketeer Warrior, ready to do battle with the notorious Cape York terrain.

GROSS COMBINATION MASS (GCM) WHAT DOES IT MEAN? • Ian Bellert dives into the world of Gross Combination Mass (GCM) to provide readers with an overview as it stands today.

FERGUSON VALLEY: A LITTLE-KNOWN TREASURE • Just 1.5 hours from Perth and 20 minutes east of Bunbury lies one of WA's best- kept secrets … Ferguson Valley.

PIONEERING SPIRIT • This new Pioneer caravan introduces on-trend design and bucketloads of offroad cred in a...


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