The human rights of people who are in immigration detention are of special concern to the Commission. Liberty is a fundamental human right, recognised in major human rights instruments to which Australia is a party, including the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights and the Convention on the Rights of the Child. People who are held in detention…
Attunga is a Christian campsite, located on 300 high country acres at Canyonleigh in the beautiful southern highlands of NSW, Australia. Much of our site is natural bush land with spectacular views, cliffs, valleys and lots of native wildlife. “Attunga” is an aboriginal word that means ‘High Place’, which so aptly describes Attunga’s location, situated on the…
By Ian Godwin (Forster, NSW) We will be traveling in a tent around Oz for a year or more. 2 adults, a 2 year old boy and a 6 year old cattle dog. Sydney, Adelaide, Alice Springs, Darwin, Broome, Perth and on. We want to see and do as much as we can leaving in March. We would like any tips on travel, accommodation tips and sites, finding work, things to see and…
Take an early morning look on the outskirts of any town, along quiet beaches, in the roadside stops and parking bays of the highways and in the parks and gardens of towns and you will find an amazing cross section of people who have pulled in and set-up camp for the night. We re not talking about the homeless and destitute, these people are often well healed…
Tentworld is the largest independent camping store in Australia. Featuring one of the biggest online camping stores countrywide, we work alongside a dedicated network of pure camping retailers . Demonstrating expertise in all things camping related we sell to cater to your needs and deliver the best deals available. We are passionate campers, not distracted by…
The Atherton Tablelands is so jam-packed full of things to see and do that you should consider staying for a night or two so you can fit it all in. There are plenty of beautiful campervan-friendly places to stay. The following selection are campsites and caravan parks that are in beautiful settings and score 5 stars from reviewers on Trip Advisor. Yes, five stars!…
With Autumn now upon us and weather turning cooler, no doubt many Lifestyle Communities homeowners are busy making winter caravanning plans. Our soon-to-be new community managers at Lifestyle Chelsea Heights, Esther and John Van Houten, spent 5 years travelling around Australia during their early retirement years. For those looking for some destination inspiration…
WE ALL HAVE OUR favourite spots. That spot that has something just a little bit special about it. A spot that has been host to an awe-inspiring moment or, quite simply, has a quirky or picturesque quality. The beauty of the great outdoors, however, is that each of our lists of favorites are ever-changing. A new journey brings with it new discoveries; new favourite…
Welcome to the Australian CamperTrailers Group. Our website which has built up into a fantastic resource on everything camper trailers thanks to the input by members can be found at In Australia the camper trailer has become very popular. It is perfect for our Aussie camping lifestyle, whether it be weekends away or an extended trip into the great outdoors where…
First Rate Camping Cookware and Accessories Available Online in Australia Planning out all the equipment you’ll need for your next camping adventure? Well make sure you stock up on all the campfire cookware you’ll need from an Australian owned supplier. Aussie Disposals’ online collection includes everything from cast iron cookware, tin billies, gas stoves, teapot…
The #1 thing people tell me when they talk about wanting to travel is that they can’t afford to. Travel doesn’t have to be expensive, but unfortunately we are so bombarded by expensive and exclusive-looking travel options a lot of people fail to see or understand how you can do it on a budget of actually almost next to nothing (yes I am serious, and no there…
Ian Lloyd Neubauer Both women and men take up the challenge at Five Star Fitness. Photo: Gary Friedland Right now, one of the biggest television shows ever produced in Australia is being filmed at Cockatoo Island in Sydney Harbour. The latest in a string of international spin-offs of Susuke – a Japanese obstacle course game show with a cult worldwide following…
Our boys had a great summer this year. Even with school in full swing and Labor Day behind us, they are still reminiscing about what a great summer it was. Why? Because it was the first summer that they each went to sleep-over camp. Although they didn’t go to camp together, they both went to the same camp: . And let me tell you, we think it is the coolest camp…
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