Outdoors

Camping and caravanning is a fun, low-cost way to explore the many wonderful destinations across southeast Queensland and for the more adventurous, across Australia. If you have an interest for exploring the great outdoors but not wanting to ‘rough it’  then you need to check out Bluewater Campers who will debut into Queensland at this event with their 2018 line …

Their new off-road caravan, called the Curlew, has been touted as one of the best off-road products to hit the market in years. The manufacturers claim it is virtually indestructible and will appeal to those wanting to get into remote areas while still maintaining a high standard of comfort and ease of towing. Another new release is the Global Xplorer …

It really felt as if I was sleeping outside under the stars and picking up even the slightest breeze.  The Big Daddy may have ample ventilation but when those dark clouds close in the freestanding swag is able to shut up shop with its 400gsm poly/cotton ripstop canvas material and overlapping zip flaps. The boys recently went on a Moreton …

Support act by Melbourne guitarist and WinterWild cult hit, Vodnik. Fish History at Apollo Bay Museum, 10am – 12pm The Apollo Bay Museum at the Old Cable Station celebrates the spirit of fishing in the area and presents a collection of historical photographs, records and stories. Sunday 18 February: Octopus Pallidus at Apollo Bay Youth Club, 11am – 1pm Festival …

The 80QT is bursting with features to make your life easier, including a bottle opener and built-in extendable trolley handle with additional moulded-in handles. Even when fully loaded, this cooler is effortless to manoeuvre thanks to the ‘built for life’ ultra-rugged wheel system. There’s even an integrated fish-measuring scale on the lid for those looking to wet a line under …

THE 2018 National 4×4 Outdoors Show, Fishing & Boating Expo is set to be bolstered by an exciting new partnership with the Boating Industry Association. Held on March 16-18 at the Brisbane Showgrounds, the event will be bigger and better than ever thanks to the new collaboration. This year’s show sees the return of the BIA as its members take …

BFGOODRICH Tyres Australia has launched an innovative new 4×4 navigation app that allows off-roaders and those with a passion for exploring the outdoors the opportunity to download, upload and share their favourite tracks and points of interest with not only their friends, but others in the 4×4 community. Developed in collaboration with the award-winning Melbourne-based technology consultancy Transpire, the free …

CALLING all four-wheel-driving and camping enthusiasts – the Southsiders 4×4 group wants you to join in for its first-ever convoy from Browns Plains, ending with a family fun day at the Janowen Hills Camping and 4WD Park. Launched in January 2017 as a Facebook group of 20 friends to organise weekend getaways, the Southsiders 4×4 page now boasts over 1100 members. The group’s main event of the year will be …

Protective patches on the corners of the SunSeeker have been added for improved durability when you’re rolling and storing the awning, which again improves the longevity of your SunSeeker. All hardware is covered by rugged plastic caps to make sure there’s no catching or ripping during extension or retraction. Black anodised and powder-coated extrusions are not only long lasting and …

WITH the festive season upon us, what better way to treat family and friends over the holidays than with this delectable mango and pineapple Christmas pudding! Ingredients Melted butter to grease 125g chopped butter 1/2 cup brown sugar, firmly packed 1 cup fresh mango, chopped 200g dried pineapple, coarsely chopped 200g dried apricot, coarsely chopped 1 cup self-raising flour 2 …