Nomad News

Caravan and tents destroyed in devastating campsite fire

Travellers urged to be be vigilant as crocodile activity increases

National park campsite re-opens after $2.6 million upgrade

Man, 62, dead after being trapped underneath converted bus in van park

‘We’ve won the lottery! Now, we can start living the dream!’

When it comes to van parks, sometimes there’s no smoke without ire!

New rehabilitated section of Queensland’s Bruce Highway opens to traffic

New report from insurer identifies Australia’s worst crash spots

Huge blaze near Tennant Creek a stark reminder of bushfire danger

Caravanners again urged to remain ever vigilant on rural roads

Another K’gari dingo euthanised after displaying high-risk behaviour

Tassie caravan registration numbers surge ahead of new ships’ arrival

New public campgrounds planned for Riverland game reserve

Couple recalls horror moment their car and caravan caught fire

When will EVs be ready for the Big Lap? ‘Now!’ say these excited grey nomads

‘New croc management strategy can’t come soon enough!’

Major upgrade sees NSW coastal national park campground transformed

Grey nomads face ongoing pain at pump as Big Lap costs soar

Soaring insurance premiums giving van parks a serious headache

National parks getting the short end of the stick!

So, what speed should caravanners be travelling on the open road?

Big Red Bash travel chaos sparks renewed focus on state of Outback roads

‘Mixed bag’ for NT tourism in wake of crime level publicity

Master Plan recognises value of protecting number of casual camping sites

Urgent action needs to be taken over brumbie numbers in Kosciuszko

Progress being made on plans to reopen Camooweal campsites

Grey nomads warned to be aware of elevated bushfire risk in coming months

Back from the brink … the country shows go on!

‘I was wiping down the campsite barbecue when a giant roo attacked me!’

Man attempts to steal camper trailer … with couple asleep inside!

‘$10m caravan park grants have made a huge difference’

Outback travellers warned over dangers of over-reliance on navigation apps

Noosa trials new initiative to crack down further on illegal camping

Two separate caravan accidents on the Kings Highway within hours of each other

Outback NT town finds innovative solution to pesky peacock problem

Parks Victoria online booking system opens again … with a few key tweaks!

Several Fraser Island campsites closed after spate of dingo incidents

Council-run holiday parks in Noosa region reap record revenue

The friendly NSW town of Muswellbrook has plenty to offer grey nomads

How will warmer temperatures affect the future – and current – Big Lap?

Paving the way to an unforgettable Outback adventure

Massive new national park to be created in Outback NSW

Snakes are on the move … and grey nomads are advised to be prepared

Volunteers help South Australian ghost town put bread on the table

Parks Victoria online booking system back up and running … almost!

Debate over need for accredited caravan towing courses continues to simmer

‘A stealthy thief snuck into our caravan and robbed us as we slept!’

Tassie infrastructure must improve to cope with extra traffic from new Spirit vessels

Work to transform another national park gets underway as funding boost kicks in

Man suffers serious burns while fighting a blaze in his motorhome

Looking to pass? How to safely overtake another caravan

Flood-damaged van parks re-open, but can they be protected from future inundation?

Dingo attacks continue to be an issue … and so do acts of tourist stupidity!

Camper airlifted to hospital after being attacked by an NT water buffalo

Multi-vehicle collision involving a caravan and a battle tank closes Bruce Highway

Hughenden overflow camping open, but visitor numbers still down

Woman badly injured after being chased by four Fraser Island dingoes

Like it or not, even the most spontaneous of grey nomads now has to plan ahead

Parks Victoria online campsite booking system still not working

Cycle for life! Grey nomad rides Gibb River Road to raise prostate cancer awareness

‘Let’s raise speed limits so ‘exasperated’ motorists can overtake grey nomads!’

Will Wangi Falls attack prove the tipping point in croc cull debate?

Crocodile attack at Wangi Falls sparks new safety concerns

Saltwater croc sighting forces closure of popular NT swimming hole

‘It’s easier to get a Taylor Swift ticket than book a campsite in Victoria!’

Woman’s death in campervan caused by carbon monoxide poisoning

Tanami Road: It will still be a long wait to seal the deal

Camping banned at popular spot due to concerns over RV wastewater dumping

Big Blue Day breaks world record on first day of Big Red Bash

The rain’s been a pain, but the Big Red Bash kicks off!

Severe flood damage has closed Boodjamulla National Park for the season

It’s official … caravanning and camping is getting even more popular!

Grief-stricken grey nomad finds happiness again

Unseasonal wet weather sparks grey nomad travel dramas

Think the remote Outback is quiet? You ain’t heard nothing yet!

Unseasonal deluge catches grey nomads – and meteorologists – by surprise!

Ancient rock art is being put at risk by selfish ‘selfie’ hunters

NSW town installs new dump point in bid to attract more travellers

Fraser Island dingo attack sparks renewed safety concerns

Body of massive humpback whale washes up near popular camping area

Severe winter chill leaves grey nomads still in the south-east shivering!

‘Too fast’ Tassie tourism growth risks seeing people locked out of campsites

Elderly caravanners injured in Bruce Highway crash

Princess Margaret Rose Cave to stay closed until next year

Search continues for suitable site for budget camping area in Geelong

‘After years of Outback adventure, we decided it was time to travel the world’

Lock and roll! Toilet paper theft still an issue on the road

Man suffers facial burns when caravan explodes at NSW campsite

Coastal town spends big to crack down on illegal camping … and unruly dogs

Cobar Sound Chapel hits just the right note with grey nomads

Who needs to hit the open road? We’re virtually there!

‘Free camps are great … but some of us need a loo!’

Not even a leg amputation can keep Geoff off the open road … or the bowling green

NT visitor numbers significantly lower than had been expected

‘Mining activity is driving tourists away from Goldfields towns’

NZ legislates on self-contained traveller issue. Are we next?

Kalumburu opens to tourists again after three years of Covid closure

Majority of survey respondents oppose RV park trial in Darwin

Country van park offers guests a friendly greeting … and freshly-baked scones!

Brutal cold snap leaves many grey nomads shivering