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Australian company Headspace Campers has unveiled a 4x4 camper based on the Toyota HiAce, with 35-inch tyres, diff locks and 270 litres of fuel capacity. Conversion starts at 18,950 Australian dollars.
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Bookings for the additional capacity of the new Spirit of Tasmania IV and V, scheduled to begin service on October 31, are not yet available. Operator TT-Line is only selling tickets up to the capacity of the old ships, limiting availability for cars and caravans. As of September 9, the next available sailing for a car and caravan from Geelong to Devonport is February 21, with no availability from February 22 to April 18. TT-Line plans to release full capacity after testing and commissioning of the gantry.
Australian company Headspace Campers has unveiled a converted Toyota HiAce 4×4. The off-road camper features 300 mm of ground clearance, a winch, a snorkel, and steel bumpers. Inside, it has a slide-out kitchen with an induction hob, a shower with hot water, and a spacious bed in the pop-up roof. The conversion starts at A$18,950, with the base vehicle and four-wheel-drive system priced separately.
Fuel prices ·
Australia
cheapest in EU
€1.60 here
priciest in EU
Diesel
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$1.86/L
€1.60/L
Petrol 95
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$1.51/L
€1.30/L
LPG
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$1.06/L
€0.91/L
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$148.88
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10 L/100km
$18.61
An Australian off-road enthusiast named Dan, who uses a wheelchair, successfully drove a modified 2024 Toyota Hilux with a camper trailer down Gunshot Creek on the Old Telegraph Track in Queensland. The video was posted on YouTube channel @ghostx. The Hilux features a steel front bumper, snorkel, lifted suspension and off-road tires, while the engine remains stock — a 2.8-liter turbo diesel producing 200 hp. Dan notes that each crossing is unique and requires precise calculation.
RV World Canberra has added Avida motorhomes to its lineup, giving local travelers an alternative to towing a caravan. The dealership offers sales, service, parts, and warranty support on site. Avida motorhomes come with a 5-year factory warranty, 5-year capped-price servicing, and 5-year roadside assistance. RV World also remains the regional dealer for Crusader and Dream Haven caravans.
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In Australia, a Toyota Hilux driver took the vehicle's off-road capabilities to the extreme by driving a loaded pickup with a trailer down a muddy, near-vertical wall. The video, published on the Ghost X Overland account on Instagram and YouTube, shows a 2024 Toyota Hilux navigating the Gunshot Creek obstacle on the Old Telegraph Track in Cape York, Queensland. The truck features modifications such as a steel bumper, snorkel, lifted suspension, and larger tires, but retains its standard 2.8-liter turbodiesel engine. The trailer, designed for sleeping, followed the vehicle's line without tipping over.
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In Queensland, Australia, a modified 2024 Toyota Hilux with a camper trailer successfully descended the challenging Gunshot Creek obstacle on the Old Telegraph Track. Despite the loaded bed and trailer, the truck maintained traction and stability, avoiding a rollover. The driver, known as Dan (@ghostx), is an experienced off-road enthusiast.
The Busselton Caravan & Camping Show returns to Churchill Park this month, offering visitors a chance to browse the latest caravans, campers, motorhomes and gear, alongside demonstrations and entertainment. Entry is free.
Australia imported 23,244 motorhomes and caravans in 2025, with about 98% (22,779) made in China, according to an industry analysis by a Chinese publication. The report highlights the collapse of local manufacturers, including Zone RV with A$42 million in debt, as Chinese brands expand their market share. Mordor Intelligence projects Australia's motorhome market will grow from A$2.94 billion to A$4.64 billion by 2031.
Spring in Australia (September to November) brings wildflowers, blooming wine regions, and the Melbourne Spring Racing Carnival. As shoulder season, it offers fewer crowds and better prices. Star RV offers a $250 discount on motorhome rentals with code STARSPRING7 for bookings from September 1-30, 2026, with travel from October 19, 2026 to June 30, 2027. Minimum five-day hire, blackout dates apply.
Discovery Parks – Goolwa on the Fleurieu Peninsula has opened a sensory regulation space designed to support people overwhelmed by holiday stimuli. The room, developed with sensory design specialist Dr Bliss Cavanagh, will be used in a 12-month research project on accessible tourism. It is available to park guests and the local community, with participation in the study by registration.
Australian company Headspace Campers has converted a Toyota HiAce LWB into a 4x4 camper, using a transfer case from the Land Cruiser 200, low-range gearing and dual air-locking differentials. The vehicle rides on 35-inch tires, retains its 2.8-liter turbo-diesel (174 hp, 450 Nm), and gains fuel tanks totaling 275 liters, a slide-out kitchen, a pop-up roof and a 48-volt electrical system. Payload is 1,500–1,600 kg, towing capacity is 1,700 kg.
Australian coachbuilder Headspace Campers has unveiled an overlanding camper based on the Toyota HiAce. The package includes a lift kit, auxiliary fuel and water tanks, a front bull bar with winch, and for four-wheel-drive versions, a Bus4x4 conversion with low-range gearing and triple locking differentials. Inside, a fully automated pop-up roof, sleeping arrangements, and optional HVAC are offered. Pricing starts at A$18,950, with the Premium conversion at A$27,590. Availability is limited to markets where the HiAce is sold.
A couple from Launceston, stopping in Goulburn, said a shortage of RV and caravan parking is deterring tourists. They were among six travellers who stayed at the visitor information centre, but others could not find a spot. Deputy Mayor Caitlin Flint proposed identifying council-owned sites, introducing an affordable user-pays model, and adding amenities like toilets and dump points. Tourism Research Australia data shows campers and RV travellers contributed $12.6 billion to the economy in 2025.
As part of Rural Road Safety Month, Mareeba Highway Patrol, Mareeba police, and Police-Citizens Youth Club (PCYC) held an educational caravan weighing event at Kerribee Park on August 27. More than 110 members of the Bushtracker Owners Group attended their annual muster, where police conducted weight checks and provided information on compliance and road safety. A few caravans were slightly over the legal limits but were quickly corrected. Police reported overall positive findings, with owners showing responsible behavior.
The Waroona Shire Council has decided to keep and upgrade its caravan sullage dump point located at the Waroona Showgrounds. Once the upgrade is complete, two sullage points will be available in the town.
Australian Headspace Campers built an off-road camper from a Toyota HiAce with 300 mm clearance, exceeding any stock Land Cruiser. Conversion starts at A$18,950.
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Wellington Riverside Caravan Park, located on the Macquarie River in New South Wales, has been sold through Ras360 Property Solutions. The property currently operates 35 sites, with an approved development application for an additional 33, allowing expansion to 68 sites. The sale occurred amid record industry revenue of $3.3 billion and expected demand growth from the Central-West Orana Renewable Energy Zone.
Australian couple Chris Maujean and Miriam Mace, who sold their home and possessions in 2020 to live in a caravan, found that treating every day like a holiday led to weight gain and unhealthy habits. Mace, a former fitness instructor, launched an online fitness platform Mimfit to help travellers stay healthy. The couple also co-designed an off-road caravan with a solar system by Arizon and continue to travel to remote areas of Australia.