To celebrate the launch we have ten stamp sets to giveaway to VIP Club Members. Entries close 5pm 20 October 2007. Winners will be randomly drawn from all entries received. (Only one entry per member please.)
We asked the team at Dryden Trailers to explain what a Fifth Wheeler is all about. What is a fifth wheeler? Fifth wheel trailer homes have an extension on the front that extends over the tow vehicle and sits on a round plate that looks like a wheel – hence the name ‘fifth wheel’. This wheel rests on the tow vehicle, usually in the centre and directly above the rear axles and provides the support for the caravan. What is the difference between a fifth wheeler and standard caravans? A fifth wheel trailer is much different to a caravan. The fifth wheeler is pulled by a larger vehicle with either a king pin or drop away ball coupling. The beauty of these couplings is that they are very similar to what semi trailers use so it makes the trailers extremely easy to tow. You can also have a trailer that is 27ft long but only be actually towing around 19ft. This is due to the shape of the fifth wheeler. The top section of the trailer is actually being carried on the back of your vehicle not being towed. Overall a fifth wheel trailer gives you the benefit of having a large trailer with spacious living areas that is extremely easy to tow while also having the option to unhook the trailer and drive your vehicle unloaded. What sort of tow vehicle should I have? The type of tow vehicle that you will require depends on the size of trailer that you want to purchase. Some small trailers can be towed by the very common one tonne ute or small 4WD's. As you go larger in trailer size you will need to do the same with your vehicle. We suggest vehicles such as the American F Series, Chevy Silverado, Dodge Ram, Hino Series, Isuzu, Iveco, Toyota Dyna and Mitsubishi Canter. All of these models are small trucks with excellent towing capacity. What licence do I need? The licence that you require will depend on what type of vehicle that you purchase. The trailer that you tow does not determine what licence you need to acquire. Special licences aren’t required until your trailer exceeds 9 tonne. Over 9 tonne you will need to have an articulated licence. Where can I take the trailer? The fifth wheel trailer travels best on conventional roads. It can also be taken onto dirt roads but they are not suitable for taking them on roads that are only accessible by four wheel drives. How much do they cost? Trailers are custom built, no trailer is the same. Prices range from $98,400 for a 22ft trailer (tare weight of 2500kg) all the way up to $220,000 for a fully optioned 33ft trailer with slide out (5400kg).* Visit these websites for further information: www.drydentrailers.com.au *These prices are quoted by Dryden Trailers and may vary with other companies.
ALBANY, WA: Where is it?
Local favourites:
Did you know? Have you been here? Find out more: Where to stay: Albany Happy Days Caravan Park BIG4 Albany Gardens Holiday Resort Cheynes Beach Caravan Park Emu Beach Holiday Park Middleton Beach Holiday Park Porongurup Range Tourist Park Businesses to visit: Cameron Caravans
Where is it? Why go? Three things to see:
Local favourites:
Did you know? Have you been here? Find out more: Where to stay: Horseshoe Lagoon Caravan Park Riverlander Caravan Park Yarraby Holiday & Tourist Park Resort
Why go? Three things to see:
Local favourites:
Did you know? Have you been here? Find out more: Where to stay: BIG4 Woodlands Holiday Village Bluewater Caravan Park Charters Towers Caravan Parks Coral Coast Tourist Park Dalrymple Tourist Van Park Range Caravan Park Range Caravan Park Rowes Bay Caravan Park Businesses to visit: Classic Caravans & Repairs CHRISTMAS SHOPPING AT THE SHOWS Why not splurge on a new van, trailer or camping gear for Christmas? The Caravan and Camping Shows are the best place to see all the big brands at one location.
The best places to stay while visiting this show: Lakesea Park Pty Ltd Lakesea is the perfect place to escape for a weekend or for an affordable family holiday. Relax and unwind in the tranquillity of the natural bush setting where colourful birds, curious local kangaroos and an abundance of wildlife surround you, or enjoy swimming, diving, fishing, bushwalking, surfing, or canoeing all at your front door within the spectacular Murramarang National Park - all located just 15 minutes from Batemans Bay. Address: Durras Lake Road, SOUTH DURRAS NSW 2536 Murramarang Resort Murramarang Resort offers a range of 104 villas rated from 2 to 4 stars with the majority featuring outdoor verandahs many overlooking the calm, pristine waters of Mill Beach. Campers are also catered for with sites ranging from unpowered, powered and even ensuite sites. Address: Mill Beach, Banyandah St, SOUTH DURRAS NSW 2536 BIG4 Batemans Bay Beach Resort Clyde View Caravan Park Easts Riverside Holiday Park Pleasurelea Tourist Park South Durras Holiday Park Visit these businesses while in the area:
From the minute you walk in the door, you will be impressed by impeccable workmanship and professional presentation. Their modern design and decor, matched with quality inclusions, provide luxury accommodation. For more than twenty years their family owned and operated business has provided expertise in design and personal service. From start to finish—discussing your needs through to site preparation and installation—their attention to detail will exceed your expectations. Their reliable, efficient delivery team will install your home or cabin on time, anywhere in Australia. Splendour Homes represents value for money for home purchaser or park owner. Whether you are looking for a home or park cabins, we can help. Find out how Splendour Homes can make your dreams come true. Address: 8-10 Sharon Road, BATEMANS BAY NSW 2536
The Ultimate's aerodynamic shape, light weight and off-road suspension minimises drive effort, fuel consumption, and also has low impact on roads and fragile tracks. With its clean unobstructed lines, modern style, inherent strength through design, style complementary to four wheel drive vehicles and a setting up procedure that is simple and effortless, the Ultimate Off-Road Camper is the ultimate camping accessory. Many years of experience in the marine industry have assisted us in creating the luxury interior of the Ultimate. Ergonomics have been a priority in providing an L-shaped galley and comfortable lounge. The recessed stove and sink are stainless and a 3-way fridge is under the galley top. Large drawers store everything from widgets to woks. Clothing storage is under the lounge. The luxury is continued with a huge 2m x 2m bed and the lounge converts to a large single bed. All hard surfaces are white full gloss and soft furnishings are covered with quality fabrics. Address: 39-41 Shelley Rd, Moruya NSW 2537
You’ll find the very latest industry products from more manufacturers and exhibitors than ever and you’ll get the chance to preview the latest new-season releases. Whatever you need for touring, Leisurefest has the lot! Highlights include a great range of motorhomes plus displays from Australia’s leading RV brands. There are also a huge range of parts and accessories for caravanning, camping, 4-wheel driving and off-road touring. Leisurefest is held annually at Bendigo and it’s on in 2007 from Friday 23 to Sunday 25 November from 10 am to 5 pm daily. The best places to stay while visiting this show: BIG4 Bendigo - Ascot Holiday Park Central City Caravan Park McIvor Highway Caravan Park Robinley Caravan Park EVENTS: SNOWY, MUD & SEA SALT! From Country music to Jazz, Bush poetry to seafood delights we have found three very different festivals to discover.
The best places to stay: Snowline Holiday Park The holiday park comprises 10 various styles of villas from the luxurious to the economical. All of our villas are modern, well-maintained set in the park’s landscaped gardens. Kosciuszko National Park is only minutes away as are the premier ski fields of Perisher Blue and Thredbo. Enjoy snow skiing & boarding, fishing, canoeing, sailing, water skiing, galleries, fine dining, local wineries and endless picturesque mountain drives. Kosciusko Rd, JINDABYNE NSW 2627 Jindabyne Holiday Park
The Seafarers Festival celebrates the 200th anniversary of the arrival of over 500 settlers from Norfolk Island. Their arrival in Hobart Town doubled the population of the Van Diemen's Land colony. In keeping with the anniversary, the Festival Flagship will be the brig Lady Nelson, a replica of the original Lady Nelson that transported settlers from Norfolk Island to Van Diemen's Land between 1807 and 1813. The festival features quirky and traditional races on the water, music and drama on the boardwalk stage, seafaring information and craft displays, and a wide selection of culinary delights at the many Tasmanian food and beverage stalls The best places to stay: Richmond Cabin & Tourist Park Snug Beach Caravan Park
The best places to stay: Bindawalla Gardens Caboolture Caravan Park Visit these businesses while in the area:
”Design", "Innovation", "Quality", and "Value for Money" are not just words for them. They form part of our everyday working life. They specialise in building high quality Factory Built Homes for independent living, remote and rural areas, park and village homes, guest accommodation, granny cabins, tourist cabins, park cabins, villas, multi accommodation units, motel units, worker's quarters, and manager's residences. Address: Dickson Rd, CABOOLTURE QLD 4510
The Phoenix range of caravans was conceived and developed specifically to fulfil the growing market demand for high–quality, heavy-duty caravans. Phoenix clients are discerning, aware and rightfully expect value for money. They provide that value by designing, building and servicing the vehicles their owners dream about. Their team is well trained, multi-skilled and proud of the care and quality they build into each product and project. Address: 39-41 Lear Jet Drive Caboolture QLD 4510
Just off the highway, Coromal Sunshine Coast has a massive yard with a large range of new and used caravans. Something will be here to suit your budget and your style. Pop Top lightweights with seemingly more space inside than outside, to full size luxury caravans which enable you to take every luxury on the road. Everything is ready for you to hitch up and discover the freedom of a Coromal. In addition to a great range of stock and accessories, there's a fully equipped workshop and maintenance centre. From panel repairs to complete refit, our qualified tradesmen will have you back on the road in no time! Address: 59-63 Lear jet Drive
Caboolture Qld 4510
Travelling with children is often filled with mixed blessings. The joy of seeing our children playing for hours in our magnificent countryside well away from electronic distractions and the tremendous experience for them to meet so many interesting characters along the way are just two of the pleasures of travelling. The challenges come from hours on the road and how to keep them well fed while not making too much work for the adults. It is vitally important for both children and adults to enjoy fresh fruits and vegetables every day to not only maintain good digestive health but also a sunny disposition. It's hard to be happy if your body and brain is lacking good nourishing food or suffering dehydration. With recent findings on artificial ingredients and the role they play in child behaviour, not to mention studies on the clogging effects of trans fatty acids found in chips, burgers, hydrogenated oils and other processed foods it is time to take the hint and pack a variety of healthy foods for the road. Did you know that good quality raw vegetables and fruits come packed with their own digestive enzymes? These little workers help us by sharing the role of breaking down the food in our digestive system so we can absorb the available nutrients. Many of us are aware of the need to replace good gut bacteria and include yoghurt or pro-biotic drinks in our daily diet. It's always a great idea to read the labels though because some pro-biotic drinks contain high quantities of sugar in all disguises which do us little good in the end. Have little packs of olives, nuts, dried fruits, ginger, popcorn, quarters of oranges, rings of apples or grapes. A mixture of toasted sesame, pumpkin and sunflower seeds tossed in a little soy sauce provides a great mineral boost. Hard boiled eggs provide protein and minerals, steamed sweet potato is a fabulous low GI food and savoury biscuits with cheese is another good protein hit. Robyn Cook is the author of The Holiday Lifestyle Cookbook. The Holiday Lifestyle Cookbook is available from Robyn Cook by phone or fax to 07 5445 9923 or email to piproductions@ozemail.com.au Payment by cheque or direct deposit only, sorry no credit cards. $12.50 includes GST and Postage to anywhere in Australia. Post your order and payment to 2 Diedrichs Court Palmwoods Queensland 4555 What makes the park unique is its private tidal saltwater billabong which is fed from the nearby Tweed River. With its four white sandy beaches and unique wildlife it’s great for swimming, fishing and canoeing. While the Tweed Billabong is set in a natural, bushland environment, the saltwater billabong has a fun nautical boat shed theme. The unique Coolabah cabins are located right on the edge of the billabong along side a campers kitchen and barbecues. For the ultimate holiday haven for mum, dad and kids alike, Tweed Billabong Holiday Park is family resort accommodation at its best! Address: Holden Street, TWEED HEADS SOUTH NSW 2486
Within the park itself, there is plenty to do to keep the kids amused, including a new jumping pillow, playground equipment, playing fields for football, cricket, basketball and volley ball, and sparkling swimming pools to splash about in. At Mandalay, you won’t miss out on your holiday comforts, with air conditioned quality accommodation available for every budget - like two storey apartment style luxury spa villas, beach cottages and deluxe chalets with spas. Mandalay’s well-appointed, modern, 41/2 star facilities include level shady sites for those caravanning or camping, a camp kitchen, free indoor gas barbecues and laundry facilities. Address: 652 Geographe Bay Road, BUSSELTON WA 6280
Each product is backed up by a fully stocked spare parts and accessory store along with workshop and servicing facilities. At George Day Caravans, our motto is “We Guide, You Choose” and with a fantastic range of new and used caravans and campers to choose from with all the parts and accessories you need provided in the store, we’ll help you make the right choice for you! Address: 1950 Albany Highway, MADDINGTON WA 6109
Building a reputation based around high quality, value, and excellent re-sale returns, it' no wonder that nearly one in every two RVs sold in Australia is a Jayco. Principal David Carrick is no stranger to the caravan industry having been involved since 1972, and associated with Jayco since 1978. Backed by experienced sales staff, an extensive accessories showroom, and a dedicated workshop (approved repairer for NRMA, CIL, and other leading insurers), you can be sure of a complete solution at Jayco Sydney. Also check out our great on-line catalogue for pre-loved vehicles.
Features of a Goldstream include… Plus many other features! Address: Factory 275 Baldhill Street, PAKENHAM VIC 3810
New layouts, clever and practical enhancements, improved specifications.... all these are apparent with the continuing ‘old fashioned craftsmanship' built into every Millard Australia product which gives this trusted brand a broad appeal to old and new caravanners alike. Millard Australia manufactures three ranges of caravans and pop-tops – the Weekender, the Horizon and the Endeavour. With a range of options and layouts, Millard have caravans for all seasons, all tastes and all needs. You are sure to find what you are looking for at Millard – the name that everybody knows and trusts. Address: 5 Broadhurst Road, INGLEBURN NSW 2565
Facing onto 500m of absolute beach frontage at the famous Pambula Beach and bounded by national park, Holiday Hub has a wide range of facilities and activities to enjoy. There is a large equipped kitchen, an ocean-view parents retreat, on-site licensed café and three pool aquatic playground. The entertainment centre provides an extensive activities program every week for the whole family. Designed to provide maximum privacy and enjoyment for all guests, the resort boasts an extensive array of accommodation units and sites to suit all tastes and requirements, from budget cabins to luxury villas. Your comfort is their number one priority. Address: 1 Pambula Beach Rd, PAMBULA BEACH NSW 2549 You can be confident when making your reservation to stay at Naracoorte Holiday Park, that you can enjoy a magnificent environment in about 10 acres of beautiful parkland, and yet only a few minutes walk from the vibrant town centre. Naracoorte has a wide range of accommodation to suit your needs. All accommodation is spotlessly clean and well maintained. Choose from spa units, ensuite cabins, 1 and 2 bedroom holiday units and cabin vans, as well as caravan and camping sites. With family friendly facilities and fun activities like Mini-Golf and Tiny Train Rides, and only 14 kilometres from the famous fossil caves, Naracoorte Holiday Park is a great family holiday destination. Address: 81 Park Terrace, NARACOORTE SA 5271
Located away from the highway noise but close enough to the shopping center for those essential supplies, you can be assured of a quiet, friendly atmosphere in which to relax and unwind after a long journey. Sit back and relax under shady trees with a cool drink and watch the world go by, or take a dip in the sparkling swimming pool, or head down to the river and spend the day fishing. Facilities at the park include a large swimming pool, free gas barbeques, a kiosk, local tour information and booking service, clean amenities with modern laundry facilities and a camp kitchen. Accommodation is air-conditioned and comfortable, with outdoor settings, linen supplied and all the amenities and utensils you will need. Phone: 08 8971 0491 Email: shadylanetouristpark@bigpond.com Riverglen has two campers’ kitchens and four undercover free barbeque areas. Grassed and shady tent and caravan sites are available and there are two modern amenities blocks. Riverglen is perfectly suitable for families with plenty to entertain and amuse kids of all ages. A large colorful playground will keep young children happy for hours, while for older kids there is a games room packed with fun activities like table tennis and pinball machines. A wide range of board games are also available from the office. The park is less than four kilometres away from the city center of Geelong and it is only 15 minutes away from the start of the inspirational Great Ocean Road. Address: 75 Barrabool Rd, BELMONT VIC 3216
Freycinet National Park is one kilometre from the village of Coles Bay and you can do a variety of walks within the park, go sea kayaking, take a fishing tour or even explore the coast from the air on a scenic flight. The park offers cabin, hostel and camping accommodation, including self-contained timber cabins which boast amazing views over Muir’s Beach and Great Oyster Bay. The cabins are open plan and contain a queen bed in the main bedroom and bunk beds in the second room. There is a fully equipped kitchen, lounge, dining area and bathroom, and each cabin has a covered deck and carport. For a truly spectacular view, close proximity to nature, peace and quiet and above all, a relaxing retreat, Iluka Holiday Village is an ideal destination. Address: Esplanade, COLES BAY TAS 7215
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Try a variety of fresh asparagus, carrot sticks, broccoli flowerets, disks of corn, snow peas and beans then dip them into hummus, mashed avocado or baba ganoush - there are some fantastic commercially available brands around. Read the labels, be wary of anything with numbers or hydrogenated oils. Toasted wedges of flat bread also make great dippers.
