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Australia’s Northern New South Wales coast offers a unique blend of breathtaking scenery, challenging off-road experiences, and local culinary delights. Our recent journey through this rugged paradise in our trusty…

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Mastering the Art of 4×4 Photography: Tips From Issue #62

Ready to take your photography skills from zero to hero, especially when it comes to capturing your 4X4 adventures? We’ve got some killer tips and tricks straight from the Mr4x4…

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Billy Goat’s Bluff Track: A High Country Adventure

In the rugged terrain of the Victorian High Country lies a track that commands respect and skill from even the most seasoned off-roaders: Billy Goat’s Bluff Track. Known for its…

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Rover Park: The Ultimate Off-Road Adventure Playground

Welcome to the Wild Rover Park isn’t just a location; it’s a 4X4 enthusiast’s dream with a side of dirt bike heaven, 35 kilometres east of Tenterfield on the Great…

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Western Australia’s Best-Kept Secrets: From Lucky Bay to Wylie Rock

If you’re aching for an adventure where each location outdoes the last, then you’ve got to jump in your 4X4 and head to Western Australia. From the pristine sands of…

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Paradise not just by name, K’Gari is a must-see for every 4X4er

If you’re a sucker for off-road adventures and the great outdoors, Pat Callinan’s recent video on K’Gari will hit all the right notes. No stranger to the epic sun sets…

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How to tackle water crossings

If there’s one thing that gets the heart pumping for any 4X4 enthusiast, it’s a good water crossing. There’s something exhilarating about conquering a body of water in your trusty…

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Bogged in Israelite Bay

Buckle up, ’cause I’ve got a mud-slinging, wheel-spinning story from our recent escapade in the stunning Israelite Bay. Imagine, the sun painting the horizon in its golden hour glory, and…

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Ever wondered what Mr4X4 gets up to on his holidays? Wonder no more

Words & Pics by Pat Callinan & Sea Dream Charters Crew If one of your mates bought a yacht from New Zealand, and needed a hand sailing her back to…

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The Unwritten Rules Every 4×4 Driver Should Know

Alright, all you mud-slinging, adventure-livin’, transfer case enthusiasts, let’s talk 4×4 etiquette! Yeah, I know, the word “etiquette” might sound a tad fancy when you’re covered in dirt and your…

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Adventures in Barrington Tops: Tales of Tough Tracks and 4×4 Tips

Pat recently ventured into the heart of Barrington Tops alongside his son Bill and our good mate, Kalen Ziflian. He faced the wild, the muddy, and the downright daunting. As…

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Secrets of Outback Queensland

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Recipe: Delicious traditional South African Braaibroodjies

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ORS saved the day when Pat experienced an egg disaster!

When an egg smashed in Pat's ORS drawer system, you won't believe how easily this issue was solved thanks to the removable lining!

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What really happens behind the scenes…

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Pat shows us how to turn a Ford Everest into the ultimate touring 4×4

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Top spots to camp on the Gibb River Road

Starting in Derby, here’s where to park your trailer, pitch a tent or climb into your RTT for a spot of camping on the Gibb River Road.

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Redback spiders – The Aussie icon with a bad rep

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Where to find the green and gold in the red

You’ve seen kangaroos, koalas and snakes but if you’re seeking more colour in your wildlife watching, look no further than the humble budgie. Here's where to find the green and gold in the The Red Centre of Australia.

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The best swimming holes of The Kimberley

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Would you tour in a tractor?

When Pat sent Marty Ledwich on a hunt for some unusual vehicles touring around the country, we’re not sure he had old tractors in mind.

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Don’t miss these stellar off-road tracks and campsites in the Seven Valleys

In season 15, Pat showed us around his own stomping ground. Don’t miss these amazing tracks and campsites in the Seven Valleys region.

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This campsite in NSW has its own waterfall!

Back in Season 13 Pat introduced us to one of the best campsites in NSW we’ve ever seen. Learn more about The Clarence Gorge here.

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Don’t miss these adventures in North Coast NSW

This region is gonna make you wanna jump in your 4WD, throw it in low and get into it. Don't miss these adventures in North Coast NSW.

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There’s more to the Fraser Coast than K’gari (Fraser Island)

The Fraser Coast is well known for K'gari (Fraser Island) but there are some secret spots we want to share with you outdoor enthusiasts.

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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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How to get off the bitumen beyond Byron Bay

Pat says the area beyond Byron Bay will blow you away and in Season 14, showed us why. Here’s how to get off the bitumen beyond Byron Bay.

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Traditional owners secure sustainable tourism for El Questro

Kimberley’s tourism precinct at El Questro will be returned to traditional owners under a historic land use and lease deal.

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Highlights of the Red Centre of Australia

Season 14 saw Pat visit the Red Centre and some of the most amazing landscapes in Australia. Here's more top spots to visit in the region.

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Why Bungabee Springs Camping is northeast NSW’s best-kept secret

Pat visits Bungabee Springs Camping in the Casino/Lismore region in season 14. Let’s look at why it's northeast NSW's best-kept secret.

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5 reasons spring is a great time to visit outback Australia

Outback Australia is an adventure no matter when you visit but here's why spring is a great time to visit the outback of Australia.

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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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Outback Queensland is changing

Change is afoot in outback Queensland. Out deep in the country, far beyond the city lights, the Great Artesian Basin is one of the world’s biggest water reservoirs, and it’s…

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4X4s and DPF fire risks. What you need to know

There's more to field maintenance than checking the oil and banging out the oil filter. Here's how to stop your rig burning to the ground

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Canning Stock Route to Re-Open

After more than two years closed, the iconic Canning Stock Route (CSR) is finally open to the public. Famous as one of the most remote 4×4 tracks in the world,…

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Tasmania: North-East Explore

By Kevin Smith Tasmania is full of stunning scenery, has an array of history and some bloody great 4WDing to boot. I wanted to try and get to the North-East…

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Litchfield: Waterholes, Big Buffs & New Camps

Pat hooks into the tracks and surrounds of Litchfield National Park – and comes up trumps ADELAIDE RIVER – COOMALIE AIR STRIP – SNAKE CREEK – TIN MINE – THE…

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Tasmania – Be Tempted

That was the slogan for promoting travel to the Apple Isle back in 1987. 35 years on and Tasmania is still a top 4WD destination. Tasmania is full of stunning…

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West Australian Tourism Suffers Under Border Closures

Two years since restrictions and lockdowns swept across this country and businesses are still feeling the pinch from Covid-19. Right now the Kimberley region would typically be ramping up with…

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Kimberley council looks to offload ‘nightmare’ tourist roads

As tourist numbers climb and expenses rise cash-strapped Wyndham-East Kimberley Shire council is looking to hand over ownership of the popular Kalumburu and Port Warrender roads. The 355 kilometre stretches…

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The First and Last Pub in the NT sells

An outback Oasis half a days drive from nowhere has recently changed hands for a cool $14,000,000. The Barkly Homestead has earnt itself a reputation as a slice of paradise…

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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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NSW Freedom Day

With NSW passing the long anticipated 70% double dose vaccination rates intra-state travel is back on the menu for Australia’s most populated state. The controversial lockdowns have been in place…

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10 tips for outback travel

Lockdowns are starting to ease. Borders are looking to open again in future. The Aussie population has never been keener to get out past the black stump and explore Australia.…

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Out the Back of Broken Hill

Broken Hill, some say it’s in the middle nowhere, others say it’s where the real outback starts. Now while I sort of agree with these, I reckon that Broken Hill is in the…

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Crawling the Spanish Steps

It’s a baptism of fire as we tackle one of NSW’s toughest tracks in the new Fords. The Spanish Steps. TRAVEL: NEWNES STATE FOREST It’s a track that I’ve known…

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Charlotte Springs Hot Bore Baths

After a few days of driving in the dust of the NSW outback, there’s nothing like a hot bore bath to wash away the red stuff. Check out Charlotte Plains…

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Blue Waterholes the backway

Keep your cool and go underground Who doesn’t like a quick dip on a hot summer’s day? And it will be quick, as the underground streams that feed Cave Creek…

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Top 5 weekenders out of Melbourne!

With Victoria once again coming out of lockdown we thought it a great time to take a look at the top 5 4X4 trips less than 100km from Melbourne. Words…

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2021 Birdsville Races a go!

2021 Birdsville Races expected to go ahead with tickets to go on sale in May this year. After cancellation of the 2020 event due to Covid-19, organisers are hopeful that…

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