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General => General Discussion => Topic started by: Trailer Bloke on November 26, 2015, 09:32:08 AM
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One month to go then 8 days camping or glamping (park with a ensuite to keep the wife happy) at Birubi Beach where are you going ?
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Heading up to Tinaroo Dam for a week before Chrissie then to Mission Beach for a few days either side of Christmas.
Been nearly 12 months since I've had a good camp so very much looking forward to this!!!
Cheers, Paul
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Heading to our usual spot: Wellington Dam.
Burnsy, stay away. ;D
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Geehi Flats,can't wait.
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10 days with 3 other families on 700 acres of private property hidden behind Mt Barney ;D
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Cant wait. Were going out there on the weekend prior to slash the paddock, dig the long-drops, and pre-cut a stack of fire wood.
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10 days on a private property hidden behind Mt Barney.
Enjoy while it last.
When the new Camping Act will be in force, you are no longer allowed to do that anymore.
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Enjoy while it last.
When the new Camping Act will be in force, you are no longer allowed to do that anymore.
What?? camp on private property ??????
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Enjoy while it last.
When the new Camping Act will be in force, you are no longer allowed to do that anymore.
That is why they invented civil disobedience.
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Enjoy while it last.
When the new Camping Act will be in force, you are no longer allowed to do that anymore.
I wonder if; and how that will effect: www.youcamp.com ??
Good thing the site owners have just flogged it off to the Super Retail Group... (Super Cheap Auto; Rays; Rebel Sport; BCF; etc; etc)...
LOL
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This is in the new proposal:
"5.2 Camping at a place other than an approved facility
It is a requirement under the Caravan Parks Act that a facility making available sites for accommodation vehicles and/or tents is approved; however, there are circumstances where camping also occurs on land outside of a recognised facility (such as on private property).
Under the Caravan Parks Regulations, a person may camp for up to three nights in any period of 28 consecutive days on land with the approval of the owner. To camp for longer than this period of time, approval must be sought. Such approval can be granted by the local government for up to three months or the Minister for Local Government (the Minister) for longer than three months.
Issues
It is important to acknowledge that people camp on private property for a range of reasons and for different lengths of time. In addition to potentially disturbing neighbours, camping of this type may have a significant impact on the environment and the health and safety of the campers may not be assured, especially if there is limited access to necessary health and hygiene facilities such as toilets, water or dump points.
One significant area of demand is the requests to camp for extended periods of time outside holiday parks due to land owners needing accommodation on their property while they are building a home. This is particularly prevalent in rural and remote areas where local accommodation options are limited and there is a need to supervise or personally undertake the building work."
For more info: http://www.dlg.wa.gov.au/Content/Legislation/UnderReview/CaravanCampingLegislation/ConsultationPaper2.aspx (http://www.dlg.wa.gov.au/Content/Legislation/UnderReview/CaravanCampingLegislation/ConsultationPaper2.aspx)
It is only in WA, for now.
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I wonder if; and how that will effect: www.youcamp.com ??
Good thing the site owners have just flogged it off to the Super Retail Group... (Super Cheap Auto; Rays; Rebel Sport; BCF; etc; etc)...
LOL
OK so stupid me has to go and have a look at this link and clicked on this..........
http://www.atlantium.org/ (http://www.atlantium.org/)
Now this should probably go in the funnies nuts section.....
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All that rubbish ( even in only WA so far ) is totally unenforceable ..
Isn't nat parks land private property ?? Only allowed to stay for 3 days ?? What about free camping on crown land...is that also private property ??
A bit of useless legislation...if it gets passed......although being useless means it will probably get passed !!
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Don't know how they will enforce this as the landowner could deny access to his property for the inspector.
It seems to be all in favour for the caravan parks.
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wot about:
"Send in the drones"
(sung to:) .."Send in the Clowns" - LOL
>:D
:-*
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All that rubbish ( even in only WA so far ) is totally unenforceable ..
Isn't nat parks land private property ?? Only allowed to stay for 3 days ?? What about free camping on crown land...is that also private property ??
A bit of useless legislation...if it gets passed......although being useless means it will probably get passed !!
National parks will come under "approved facility".
In NSW Crown lands : The LG Regulation 2005 (clause 78) provides that installing a caravan, campervan or tent on a Crown reserve or in a State forest does not require LG Act approval. Instead, the Crown Lands Act 1989 and the Forestry Act 1916 apply respectively . Whatever they are.
My guess is that they will only use it in areas where camping is being a nuisance to someone. Again, the muppets are screwing it up for everyone else.
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Kelleys Lane in Vic High Country
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My guess is that they will only use it in areas where camping is being a nuisance to someone
or theyre not making any money out of it (but the landowner is)
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camping or glamping ..... at Birubi Beach
see you up there! three weeks for us
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1 month off, Perth to Sydney, to Coffs, and back across. The longest break I've had from work, ever, very keen! lots of prep going on, departing in two weeks
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Heading to our usual spot: Wellington Dam.
Has Potters Gorge been upgraded yet? Last time we were there ( which was some months ago ) there were lots of pegs with pink ribbons on them so we figured it was going to get the face lift ???
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Enjoy while it last.
When the new Camping Act will be in force, you are no longer allowed to do that anymore.
I thought you were joking till I read the follow-up >:(
Really sounds like caravan parks are whinging about losing business
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It seems to be all in favour for the caravan parks.
same as in Tassie.. the council run caravan parks are going broke... easiest way to bring in cash (they think) is to ban camping anywhere but their run down facilities.
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Has Potters Gorge been upgraded yet? Last time we were there ( which was some months ago ) there were lots of pegs with pink ribbons on them so we figured it was going to get the face lift ???
Don't know, we are heading to the dam itself and camp on one of the secluded spots.
We are always trying to get the hardest way in so we are sure that it will be quiet. ;D
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same as in Tassie.. the council run caravan parks are going broke... easiest way to bring in cash (they think) is to ban camping anywhere but their run down facilities.
Thankfully some of the councils in NSW are seeing the light. Realising their towns are going broke (particularly when bypassed) they're trying to encourage people to come stay and visit by providing overnight areas or short term camps in the hope people will visit and spend a bit of coin in the local shops.
Its surprising that NSW, which is usually one of the most legislated states hasn't introduced similar. I'm trying to get my head round it but thankfully all the rules seem to be around commercial campgrounds so don't preclude someone camping with your mates on a property, but its a bit unclear. Though it seems you can get round the regs by holding a sporting, recreation or cultural event. So camping with your mates for xmas is a recreational event right?
"Under the LG Regulation 2005, a temporary caravan park or camping ground operated for a period of 6 weeks or less, solely in connection with use of the land for a sporting, recreation or cultural event, does not have to be designed, constructed, maintained and operated in accordance with Subdivisions 1-8 of Division 3 of Part 3 of the Regulation (see clause 73(3)). This means, for example, that the park or ground may be excused from having permanent amenities."
At least camping is permitted in all NSW State forests (except for Cumberland and Strickland State forests) and is still FREE!
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At least camping is permitted in all NSW State forests (except for Cumberland and Strickland State forests) and is still FREE!
Is that right? I mountain bike in Awaba forestry area north of Wyong. So is it OK for me to pull up the camper and stay a night or two there when I go riding?
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Just hang one of these signs up that'l keep the inspectors off your property
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Is that right? I mountain bike in Awaba forestry area north of Wyong. So is it OK for me to pull up the camper and stay a night or two there when I go riding?
Pretty much anywhere except where you can't. If that makes sense: they do get closed from time to time
http://www.forestrycorporation.com.au/visit/activities/camping-and-picnics (http://www.forestrycorporation.com.au/visit/activities/camping-and-picnics)
WHERE CAN I GO CAMPING?
Camping is permitted in all State forests (except for Cumberland and Strickland State forests). Camping is generally not permitted in picnic areas. Exceptions are rest areas in places where major highways pass through State forests.
COST
All State forests are free to camp in.
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Down in the beautiful Hunter valley sleeping under five stars for a couple of nights..
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Its surprising that NSW, which is usually one of the most legislated states hasn't introduced similar. I'm trying to get my head round it but thankfully all the rules seem to be around commercial campgrounds so don't preclude someone camping with your mates on a property, but its a bit unclear. Though it seems you can get round the regs by holding a sporting, recreation or cultural event. So camping with your mates for xmas is a recreational event right?
"Under the LG Regulation 2005, a temporary caravan park or camping ground operated for a period of 6 weeks or less, solely in connection with use of the land for a sporting, recreation or cultural event, does not have to be designed, constructed, maintained and operated in accordance with Subdivisions 1-8 of Division 3 of Part 3 of the Regulation (see clause 73(3)). This means, for example, that the park or ground may be excused from having permanent amenities."
Everyone else gets to have cultural events.
WHY NOT US!!!
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I wonder if; and how that will effect: www.youcamp.com ??
Good thing the site owners have just flogged it off to the Super Retail Group... (Super Cheap Auto; Rays; Rebel Sport; BCF; etc; etc)...
LOL
Not true sorry.
Bill
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see you up there! three weeks for us
Boobie beach! Great spot.
I miss Stockton
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Boobie beach!
nah that's the next one along (samurai)
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Ahhh ha. Is that the clothing optional beach?
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Is that right? I mountain bike in Awaba forestry area north of Wyong. So is it OK for me to pull up the camper and stay a night or two there when I go riding?
You certainly can.....if you can find a decent spot to set up camp that is ??
You do know there is a camp ground or 2 just around the corner from the MTB track...Gap Creek is one....about 5 mins drive from Mt Faulk rd !!
Funny how they call it Awaba MTB track but it's actually near Cooranbong !
Be aware that you are borderline state forest and national park up around there, so a look at a map might help..
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We are heading to Yamba in 2 weeks ;D
Can't wait as we haven't had the camper out all year. Just staying in a caravan park but this will suit the kids with the water park.
RWW
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Ahhh ha. Is that the clothing optional beach?
I believe so - actually there is another in between, think its called one mile
well, that's it for me for the year - our new (to us) prado is packed, not to the gunwales like we used to pack the pajero but full enough (poor thing is probably wondering what it has turned into - full length amplimesh roof rack, air tank, shovels, solar panels, poles and tarps for putting a shelter up on the beach, two fridges, esky, toolkits, maxtrax, recovery gear, weber baby-q, gas tanks, enough grog to sink a ship and a loaded camper trailer in tow)
we hit the starter at noon tomorrow and will be afk until January 12 (or thereabouts) - have a nice break everyone, merry xmas to those of us who celebrate it and a happy new year to all!
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Run amok. Merry Christmas. Watch out for old men in singlets with doodles out.
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Merry Christmas everyone and remember slow down and take your time there will be a lot of wankers on the roads better to arrive late than not at all happy and safe travels.
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Merry Christmas everyone and remember slow down and take your time there will be a lot of wankers on the roads better to arrive late than not at all happy and safe travels.
X2 :)
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Down in the beautiful Hunter valley sleeping under five stars for a couple of nights..
Better bring a fan and water spray bottle. It's damn hot and dry down here >:D A few good Hunter wines and you won't care for long ;D
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We are hitting Discovery CP in Byron on NYE for a bit over a week. Prefer to be in the bush but the compromise will keep the mrs happy and the pool & surf should keep us cool.
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Reluctant to admit it, but we'll have the caravan in a van park in the middle of Brisbane over Christmas.
Not my first choice, but niece wants to do Christmas for the first time, so we must go. Their are babies to fuss over, so that will make it more enjoyable.
Then a couple of overnighters as we drive back home.
Maybe in January we can go bush.
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Reluctant to admit it, but we'll have the caravan in a van park in the middle of Brisbane over Christmas.
Not my first choice, but niece wants to do Christmas for the first time, so we must go. Their are babies to fuss over, so that will make it more enjoyable.
Then a couple of overnighters as we drive back home.
Maybe in January we can go bush.
Hope it's not Aspley Acres you booked in at...will make for an interesting trip report though if you have...lol
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Our clan will be camping at Geehi over Christmas , might see some of you there
Cheers,
Disco teddy.
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Two more sleeps and then two weeks in and around Monkey Mia.
Cannot wait.
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Tallabuggera Caravan park again. Get there every year.
I know it's not bush camping, but it's on the beach and the kids love it.
Be there tomorrow 👍
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Our clan will be camping at Geehi over Christmas , might see some of you there
Cheers,
Disco teddy.
We will be in the area as well
GG
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Teewah beach on Sunday.......through to the 28th.
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We will be in the area as well
GG
Keep an eye out for us mate, our extended family consists of two swaggers, Triton, Challenger and a couple of campers.
Got to love a Geehi Christmas :cup:
Cheers,
Disco teddy.
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Had a beautiful week in Yamba, left today before the xmas crowds started arriving :cheers:
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Had a beautiful week in Yamba, left today before the xmas crowds started arriving :cheers:
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That's my type of caravan park....if I have to use one !! :cup:
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Off peak, out of Holiday period. :cup:
Always the finest time. :cheers:
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Working over Christmas, then almost all of January camping. First two weeks at the Australian Jamboree in Sydney, the second 2 weeks recovering at Cape Conran Vic.
Cheers
JB
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Better bring a fan and water spray bottle. It's damn hot and dry down here >:D A few good Hunter wines and you won't care for long ;D
I hope I don't need a fan in the hotel room.. They better have the aircon set on 24 degrees for us.. ;D ;D
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Fraser. :)
If pigs could fly... Imagine how good their wings would taste.
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Fraser. :)
If pigs could fly... Imagine how good their wings would taste.
Prick!!
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Finish off a couple of jobs tomorrow, then pack tuesday, hook up thursday and head bush...dropping the minister off at work on the way :D
I will be picking her up from work in the afternoon though :P
I'll drop her off, head into the bush and set up our gear, and Nº1 son's family's stuff, then head out in the afternoon and pick the minister up.
Nº2 son will come out on xmas day, then head back later - is working over xmas :( Nº1 son will head out with his family boxing day, then it's drink, swim, drink, play with kids, drink, swim, drink, cook, drink...ya get the idea ;) till the 31st :)
Then come mid Feb, the proper holiday will start for 2wks...when everyone's back saving penny's for next xmas >:D
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ok we're back - got a little wet up there and cold winds a lot of the time but still nice to see friends and kick back even if we only got one day on the beach over the whole three weeks...