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The Long Drive

The vehicle of choice for many around-Australia trips is the RV (recreational vehicle), motorhome, campervan or caravan. You will see them everywhere on the roads of Australia

Essential items you should have

Before you embark on your big trip, have a look at this list and think whether you have these or may need them at some stage. There is a lot of open road in Australia and whenever you need something you can be assured that you will be nowhere near a shop to buy it. On the other hand, most towns will be able to supply you with essential things like groceries and fuel.

  • Fresh and grey water hoses
  • 15 amp power lead
  • Axe, shovel and hammer
  • Screwdriver and shifter
  • Funnel
  • Jerry can
  • Spare set of fuses
  • Spare jack
  • UHF radio and CB
  • Jumper leads
  • Toilet chemicals
  • Tyre repair in a can