Rooftop Tents Vs Swags: The Ultimate Camp Showdown
Ask a group of 4X4ers whether a rooftop tent or swag is better and you’ll probably start an argument before anyone has even cracked the first cold one. Both have…
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The Five Worst Campsite Crimes (and Their Punishments)
Camping has an unwritten code. Nobody hands you a rulebook when you buy your first swag or rooftop tent, but before long you learn there are certain things you just…
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Is Your Roof Rack Dangerously Overloaded? (And How To Fix It)
There’s a good chance you’ve spent plenty of time worrying about your vehicle’s GVM, but how much thought have you given to what’s happening above your head? For many of…
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Tub Rack vs Canopy: What Actually Works When the Trip Gets Real?
If you’re building a dual cab for touring, this is the crossroads. Forget tyres and lift kits for a minute, what you do with the back of the ute will…
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How to build the perfect campfire
With the warmer months on the way out, we thought it time to get brushed up on our fire-building skills! For thousands of years, man and fire have had a…
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Are public campsites still first-come, first-served?
If you’ve camped anywhere popular over Christmas or Easter, you’ve probably felt it. That low-level tension when you roll into a spot expecting a chance at a riverbank camp, only…
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The Zone RV Shock: Why We’re Rooting for a Resurrection
By now, the news has done the rounds: Zone RV, one of the absolute heavyweights of the premium off-road caravan game, has entered voluntary administration. For anyone with a love…
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National Parks Set To Privatise Camping
It’s starting to feel like déjà vu for anyone who’s been camping the NSW coast for a few decades. Once again, National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) has cooked up…
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7 of the Worst 4X4 Mistakes (That’ll Catch You Out Sooner or Later)
Let’s face it – there’s a lot of opinion in the 4X4 world. Everyone reckons their way is the right way. And if you do it differently? You’re doing it…
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Bushwakka Opens the Doors to New Adventure HQ
When a brand like Bushwakka says they’re “stepping things up,” they don’t muck around. After years of relentless growth and a fanbase that stretches from Outback touring diehards to hardcore…
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Big Shake-Up Coming for Camping in NSW National Parks
If you’ve spent a night under the stars in one of NSW’s national parks lately, you’re not alone. With 1.8 million overnight stays and over 50 million visits a year,…
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Saltwater Crocs on the Move In The Pilbara
If you’re planning to head north this season, maybe to throw a line in around the Pilbara rivers or enjoy the views at Cleaverville Beach, there’s something you should be…
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Field Tested: Bushwakka Outdoor Torch
You know those bits of gear that sneak their way into your 4X4 and never leave? The ones that earn their keep not by looking flash, but by quietly pulling…
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SA Government Bans Camping on Wauraltee Beach
The South Australian government has announced new restrictions for Wauraltee Beach on the Yorke Peninsula, banning overnight camping and large camping vehicles starting February 3, 2025. These measures, part of…
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Reviewed – Clearview Power Slide
If you’re headed away for more than a weekend touring or camping in a 4X4, a fridge is non-negotiable. Keeping your food fresh and your beer ice cold out on…
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Campfire Classic: Beef Casserole Recipe
If you’re after a hearty, easy-to-make campfire dish that’ll keep the whole crew happy, Josh’s Beef Casserole from Episode 5 is the one to try. It’s packed with flavour, simple to whip…
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A Day In The Bush With Getabout
Marty McInnes from REDARC gives us an inside look at his latest off-road adventure with the crew from Getabout, taking on a challenging yet rewarding two-day course in advanced 4WD…
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Quick and Easy Caramelised Bananas
When you’re out exploring the great outdoors, there’s nothing like a sweet treat to end the day. This quick and easy recipe for caramelised bananas is the perfect dessert—or even…
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Sliding into Convenience: Installing the Bedslide 1000
There’s nothing quite like the satisfaction of a well-executed DIY project, especially when it promises to make our lives easier out in the bush. Recently, we took on the task…
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CARAVAN V CAMPER V CANOPY – WHAT’S RIGHT FOR YOU?
Ahhh the great outdoors. Home to some of the most spectacular sights you’ll ever lay eyes on. Stunning outback sunsets. Epic mountain vistas. Sub-tropical rain forests straight out of the…
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How To Add Camp Comfort In An Afternoon
There’s an endless list of accessories you can fit into your 4X4 these days. From absolute must-haves like water storage, to… well… LED light-up whips. Some of it is a…
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The only 4X4 accessory you’ll pass down to your grandkids
There’s no shortage of odds and ends, doo dad’s and what’s its we fit to our rigs, all with their own unique story and purpose. But some bits of 4X4…
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The Ultimate Easter Long Weekender
Australia’s vast landscapes are a 4X4 enthusiast’s paradise, especially when the Easter long weekend rolls around. It’s the perfect time for families, friends, and solo adventurers to explore the rugged…
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Bushwakka Extreme Darkness: An Actual Game-Changer
In the ever-evolving world of 4X4 touring setups, two items have recently taken the spotlight, revolutionizing how we experience the wild: 270° awnings and rooftop tents. These innovations aren’t just…
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Pat’s Favourite Camp Spot You’ve Never Heard Of: The Gorge
In the vast expanse of Australia’s wilderness, there lies a myriad of routes leading to breathtaking destinations, each with its own unique allure. However, few places capture the essence of…
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Upfitter’s Guide to Tonneau Covers
In the varied world of 4X4 customisation, tonneau covers stand out as both practical and stylish additions to dual cab utes. Serving a myriad of purposes, from protecting cargo to…
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Liquid Gold – Our Favourite Mountain Culture Beers
Hot off the press from issue #063 of the Mr 4X4 magazine, here’s just one of the yarns subscribers get access to. Let’s take a closer look at Mountain Culture…
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5 Essential Mods for Your 4X4: Enhancing Comfort and Convenience
In the world of 4X4 utes and trucks modified to the nines, it’s often the small changes that make the biggest difference. Whether you’re a frequent traveller, a pet lover,…
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Gourmet Nachos in Under Half an Hour: A Campfire Delight
Ah, the great outdoors! There’s nothing quite like the crackle of a campfire, the starry expanse overhead, and the rich, tantalising aroma of food being cooked in the open air.…
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How to pack your 4X4 like a pro
Heading out for a big 4X4 adventure is like prepping for an epic battle—you need the right gear, in the right places, at the right time. It’s not just chucking…
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How to Build the Perfect Campfire: A Sizzling Guide
Ah, the allure of the Friday night camp, the freedom of endless bush, and the promise of an ice-cold beverage and a hearty meal after a long day on the…
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Don’t miss the Newcastle Caravan Camping Lifestyle Expo
You’re not going to want to miss the Newcastle Caravan Camping Lifestyle Expo, running for 3 big days. Let us tell you why!
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The best campsites in the NSW Snowy Mountains
In season 13, Pat showed us the beautiful NSW Snowy Mountains as well as the four best campsites in the region. Learn more here.
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Check out the Canberra Caravan Camping Lifestyle Expo
Stuck for weekend plans? You’ve got to check out Exhibition Park in Canberra where you’ll find 120 outdoor adventure exhibitors ready and waiting.
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Australia’s most remote 4X4 tracks
Australia is home to some of the most remote 4x4 tracks on earth, and these are the cream of the crop... if you're up for the challenge
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Product Spotlight: Bushwakka Extreme Darkness Awning
Bushwakka have upped their game and introduced The Extreme Darkness Awning, available on both drivers and passengers side.
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Why your next roof top tent needs to be a hardshell
On the hunt for your next tent? A hardshell roof top tent might just be the key to camping comforts in all weather conditions, here's why
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10 tips for better fridge storage
There’s a plethora of aftermarket modifications you can make to your 4×4. From lifts and lockers to winches and wheels. Perhaps one of the most underrated and misunderstood bits of…
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Gear News – The latest 4×4 accessories for May 2022
Looking for some gifts ideas for mother’s day? We have plenty in this month’s gear news. I think mum would really love the Plasma Lighter…! PLASMA LIGHTER’S, ALL THE BUZZ …
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Travel: Nature’s Darling
After years of drought, the Darling River has surged to life, so now is the time to explore. The definition of ‘iconic’ can be explained as being very famous or…
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Scoop! Bushwakka U-Beaut
Australian awning manufacturer, Bushwakka have done it again with the release of the U-Beaut Awning. Gold Coast-based Bushwakka has launched a brand new Australian-made 270-degree awning, and they’ve called it the U-Beaut.…
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4WD NSW & ACT volunteers repair hoon damage
4WD NSW & ACT volunteers have put in the hard yards and repaired recent damage that was done to the Currawong camping area in the Chichester State Forest. If you’re…
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Camping and caravanning wrap up
Australia is fast heading towards a complete lockdown, meaning that we should all be staying home to help slow the spread of coronavirus. With Australia quickly heading towards a full-blown…
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World Water Day: Camping edition
With Friday the 22nd of March being the United Nation’s World Water Day, and our bodies consisting of around 60% water, now is as good a time as ever to…
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Everything you need to know about camping on Stockton Beach
As a follow up to our story a few weeks back on the beach driving permit increases, we’ve now got all the information on the reopening of camping on Stockton…
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Stockton Beach – Worimi camping and permits
There are two pieces of news regarding Stockton Beach|Worimi Conservation Lands near Newcastle regarding camping and permits. Permits The price of permits will increase as of the 1st of January…
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Reviewed: Hardcase for a tough life
There’s a new 4X4 gear case on the market that we have been testing out, during filming for season 11. Now a box is a box, right? They all do…
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Rockhampton 4X4 Expo this weekend!
Never fear Rocky, just when you thought the folks down south had all the fun, we’ve got the Rockhampton 4X4 Expo this weekend for you! Yep, this weeekend, 24 –…
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2018 Gold Coast Caravan & Camping Expo
It’s getting to that time of year when the 2018 Gold Coast Caravan & Camping Expo is on again! Running over 3 massive days, the expo is being held at the…
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50th Queensland Caravan, Camping and Touring Supershow
Kicking off today is the 50th Queensland Caravan, Camping and Touring Supershow at the Brisbane Showgrounds. Running from June 6 to 11, 2018, this isn’t one you’re going to want to…
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