Jurgens Future In Doubt
Rumours are circulating around the internet and social media that Pakenham-based caravan manufacturer, Jurgens, has been evicted from its factory by the landlord. A image posted on social media shows a sign that says, “Notice of Termination of Leases – To: Jurgens Australia Pty Ltd ACN 127 210 904 (“the Tenant’). Notice is herby given […]
Caravan Review – Viscount V2
If you knew next-to-nothing about caravans, there’s a good chance the ‘next-to’ would be the name Viscount. At one time it was a powerhouse in Australian manufacturing, producing seven out of every 10 caravans on the market. It even owned the second most well-known brand in the country – Millard, at one point. Although all […]
The Dulux Dog on Camping With Pets
There are few Australian celebrities that are so universally loved, that have courted so little controversy, and that are so helpful when deciding on the perfect colour matches. But did you know that the Dulux Dog is a really keen caravanner, and often takes her owner, Sue, on trips across Australia in their Kimberley Kruiser? […]
Jimmy (Giggle) Rees Says Caravanning More Competitive than DWTS
If you’ve had pre-school aged kids or grandkids anytime in the last decade, you’re probably familiar with Jimmy Giggle, the effervescent host of ABC Kids’ daily programming show Giggle and Hoot (Hoot’s his best mate, a puppet owl). The part of Jimmy is played by Jimmy Rees, who’s a husband and father of three young […]
AL-KO Unveils Futuristic Light-weight Chassis
AL-KO (or more correctly, its parent company DexKO Global) has been on a caravan chassis spending spree the last eight months, having snapped up G&S Chassis in June last year and Preston Chassis earlier this month, so that it now somewhat dominates the Australian chassis manufacturing scene. On top of all that, the Melbourne-based parts-supplier […]
The History of Millard Caravans
There are few people in the history of caravanning that have had as much influence on our pastime as John and Peter Darlington – the two brothers who ran Millard ... [Read More]
Will Viscount Caravans be resurrected?
We don't want to sound too much like a tabloid, but anonymous sources close to ROAM (we have always wanted to use that phrase, though), have revealed that the ... [Read More]CARAVAN & RV REVIEWS
Caravan Review - Viscount V2
If you knew next-to-nothing about caravans, there’s a good chance the ‘next-to’ would be the name Viscount. At one time it was ...
Motorhome Review - Winnebago Coogee
Winnebago, under the supervision of Apollo Motorhome Holidays in Australia, has been kicking a lot of goals lately. It’s listed ...ROAM VIDEOS
Motorhome Review - Avida Birdsville
The gold-standard in caravans, at the moment, seems to be something with a massive ensuite at the rear, but when it comes to motorhomes, that's not quite so easy - ...
Review - Redarc Tow Pro Elite
Electric brake controllers have come a long way since electric brakes were first introduced in the 1970s by the company that is now AL-KO. From the large and bulky ...ROAM TRAVEL
Book Review - Explore Australia by Caravan and Motorhome (6th Ed.)
Can the author of his own book write a balanced review of it? Probably not. I've known the author of Explore Australia by Caravan and Motorhome (6th Ed.) all his ...
Top Gong for Tweed Coast Park - Again
The Tweed Coast’s top family holiday destination – Tweed Coast Holiday Parks Kingscliff Beach, has taken home the award for ‘Best of the Best NSW Holiday ...