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'The new entitled movement': Caravan owners slammed for selfish behaviour

01.01.2026 09:54 1 min 1 source
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'The new entitled movement': Caravan owners slammed for selfish behaviour
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A video showing numerous caravans parked for extended periods at a free camping site along the Murray River has sparked debate about etiquette. The site operates on a first-come, first-served basis with a six-week maximum stay, while the practice of 'ghost camping'—reserving sites without using them—has led to bans and fines in other Australian states.

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