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Family sells Sydney home for caravan life amid cost-of-living crisis

12.02.2026 03:43 1 min 1 source
realestate.com.au HRV
Family sells Sydney home for caravan life amid cost-of-living crisis
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A Sydney family sold their house to fund a life on the road in a caravan. A recent survey indicates 21% of Australian homeowners are considering downsizing to a caravan due to rising costs. The family reports lower expenses and a stronger family bond since making the switch.

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Family sells Sydney home for caravan life amid cost-of-living crisis

12.02.2026 realestate.com.au HRV Original source

🇦🇺 Australia — fuel prices

Updated: 13.06.2026

Diesel

$1.55 /l

AUD2.19 · €1.33/l

65 of 132

cheaper than 52% of countries

Petrol

$1.22 /l

AUD1.72 · €1.05/l

42 of 134

cheaper than 69% of countries

LPG

$1.09 /l

AUD1.54 · €0.93/l

31 of 48

pricier than 63% of countries

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