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The feeling when you're alone in WA's East Pilbara is worth the effort to get there

One of Australia's great desert trips, this route follows in the wake of early explorers and ancient Aboriginal people.

There’s a lot more to the Flinders Ranges in South Australia than the national park, as I discovered on a nine-day expedition as low down as the Bridle Track and as high up as Arkaroola.

The west Coast of Tasmania offers up its bounty to the intrepid Aussie camper.

Carrying the right spares can save you stress and reduce risk when away from resources.

There’s plenty of water along our coastline, but when you head inland, it quickly evaporates. For those crossing the country this summer, Camper unveils a selection of the best spots throughout our dry interior where you can find your dose of H20.

Sitting in the hot-seat of a Hema vehicle, 4WDing for a living, might seem like the dream job, but what does the mapping work actually involve on a day-to-day level? And what does it take to score the gig?

10,000 kilometres through Queensland and the NT, living in an RV. How’s that for a month and a half of travel? It’s what the founder of Stoney Creek Campers, Hank Rojek, recently undertook, using RV designs that he’s spent his lifetime developing.

Follow an offroad journey up the peaks and into the deep forests of the High Country, full of river crossings, ridge tracks and historical yarns.

We show you the best ways to enjoy the Victorian High Country with the camper in tow

The West MacDonnell Ranges encapsulate the beauty of the Red Centre. Gorges and chasms; rugged hikes; and challenging 4WDing await if you’re game.

Although prep is often key for a safe and comfortable trip, sometimes the best experiences are those that are unplanned.

Shoalhaven copped the brunt of the bushfires, but its tourism offering still shines.

We explore the highlights of a journey through Australia's dazzling eastern High Country.

In the past 30 to 40 years, a number of private properties in the Flinders Ranges have become public, opening up more of this iconic region to travellers. We head to one of these, Warraweena, to check out the 4WD tracks and isolated bush camping on offer.

Designed as a stock route in the early twentieth century, but long since abandoned, the Canning Stock Route now tempts committed 4WD tourers from around the nation.

And other things I've recently learnt on a trip to Cape York. You never stop learning, no matter how experienced you are.

Heading up north? Need some travel inspiration? Get your teeth stuck into this guide to the best of Tropical Queensland, from cassowaries and crocodiles, to reefs and ranges.

Scenic wonders, historical intrigues and thriving wildlife line this secret route to Australia’s red heart.

It's usually the Victorian High Country that to come to mind, but head up into the ACT and NSW and you’ll find even more to explore.

When the shackles are removed and travel within Australia is finally back on, check out these unique destinations

Australia's northern coast is dominated by 'muddy' mangroves which play crucial roles in ecosystems

The pandemic has shut down the world, and with it, the camper and remote touring industry.

As part of maintaining a well set-up rig, we should periodically review what we carry.

With drought and bushfire affecting much of the country, Camper considers what travellers can be doing on the road to help affected communities regroup and recover.

It’s been around six years since I last visited England and over 25 years since I set foot in the land of Single Malt Whiskey, lake-dwelling monsters and my place of birth. So I was keen to see how I felt during a recent trip to catch up with family.

Deep within the north-western corner of outback New South Wales there’s a realm of red dirt, Aussie battlers, abandoned dreams of settlement, and endless 4WD and camping opportunity.

Thl’s Kate Meldrum emerges a worthy winner in the Road and Rail category of this year’s Women in Travel Awards.

Camper ventures into the lesser known Mt Baw Baw region of the Victorian High Country, in pursuit of golden content and pursued at every step by gold mining history.

Slicing deep into the mountains of north-east Victoria is the Buckland Valley, there’s enough to keep you entertained for days or even weeks.

Staying safe on an outback adventure isn't just about carrying enough food and water. The trick is all in the preparation.

If you’re into history and are keen to immerse yourself in vast wilderness, why not follow in the footsteps of European settlers.

Glorious scenery turns into a watery hell for historical seafarers along the Great Ocean Road.

Steve Cassano proves that you can install professionally-made drawers yourself.

Here's the things you don't want to miss this year. Whether you’ve set your sights on a Big Lap, or just a whole lot of big weekends away, tick your way through this travel-changing bucket list.

The 13 million domestic camping trips Australians made last financial year have driven a record-breaking $7 billion into our regions.

Camper brings you the 10 Aussie destinations where the stars shine the brightest. These places remove you from light pollution and throw you deep into the outback, so you’ll have plenty of offroading and sightseeing to occupy you during the day, too.

Some folks may exaggerate just how bad dirt roads are, but the fact remains, they can, over time, damage your rig and potentially leave you in strife.

The Burdens venture deep into the remote Gascoyne and Pilbara regions of WA as they continue their adventurous lap of Australia.

The desire to head to remote regions in is strong, but is your camper capable enough? We take a look at what it takes to make a remote camper

We take a look at some Australian destinations and offers some insights on how to go about ticking off some big domestic adventure goals

Will Australia soon be able to break the shackles of social distancing and hit the road, camper in tow?

The new year has thrown everyone's travel plans into disorder. Time to take back the reins and plan ahead.

Isaac, Bonnie and their two kids hit the road regularly with their dream camper.

What sort of ‘travel type’ are you? Do you bounce around, or hang around? Kath spells out a few different travel types and discusses how to successfully travel with people who go about travel differently.

Low range 4WDing, off-grid camping, hot springs, sandstone pillars, and emerald rivers. You’d be kicking yourself if you didn’t weave these two hotspots into your next Top End Adventure.

The Cobourg Peninsula in the Top End tempts travellers with its big fishing catches, untouched environment and curious history. This is just about as far off the beaten track as you can get.

On the road with the family, living out of a camper trailer, exploring the NT desert. Does it get any better than this?

If you’re going to Queensland to see the folks, why not make the most of it by venturing out into the bright reds and vast azures of the Channel Country?