Select currency
Popular
—
Report a problem
Singapore. For Singaporeans, Australia is an accessible destination for campervan travel, with Perth just a five-hour flight away. The article offers five essential tips for first-timers: plan routes, pack smart, use apps, check rental support, and budget effectively.
Aggregated by OpenVan.camp from the public sources listed below, with AI-assisted translation and summary. We always link to the original source. Machine translation may differ from the original -- check the source for important details. Images and content remain the property of their respective owners. Copyright information
Singapore. For Singaporeans, Australia is an accessible destination for campervan travel, with Perth just a five-hour flight away. The article offers ...
Singapore. For Singaporeans, Australia is an accessible destination for campervan travel, with Perth just a five-hour flight away. The article offers five essential tips for first-timers: plan routes, pack smart, use apps, check rental support, and budget effectively.
Australia — fuel prices
Updated: 15.08.2026
Unleaded 91
$1.43 /l
AUD2.02 · €1.23/l
71 of 143
cheaper than 51% of countries
Premium 95
$1.54 /l
AUD2.18 · €1.33/l
45 of 95
cheaper than 54% of countries
Premium 98
$1.62 /l
AUD2.29 · €1.40/l
13 of 25
cheaper than 52% of countries
Diesel
$1.77 /l
AUD2.50 · €1.53/l
92 of 143
pricier than 64% of countries
Premium Diesel
$1.76 /l
AUD2.48 · €1.52/l
16 of 41
cheaper than 63% of countries
LPG
$1.04 /l
AUD1.46 · €0.90/l
35 of 55
pricier than 62% of countries
E85
$1.75 /l
AUD2.47 · €1.51/l
6 of 6
pricier than 83% of countries
Best regions in the coming days
Country overview
Avg. score
81
Top city
Queensland 93In China, car camping cut hotel revenue by 8.2%. Also: the Nissan Interstar-e Relax electric camper at €89,900 and an overnight ban in Llandudno.
Two years on the road with a cat named Zhuzu — and not a single day of wanting to go back. We break down life in a camper van: where to find water, how heating works, what to do about electricity, and where to look for overnight spots. 7 countries, hundreds of places, and an honest account — from the mountain roads of Turkey to the coastline of Montenegro.
Comprehensive review of all RV and camper toilet types: cassette, portable, gravity, vacuum, macerating, dry flush, sealing, incinerating, composting and separating. Comparison of models, consumables, installation and annual costs.
Malaysian authorities have allowed the commercial registration and licensing of campervans, enabling operators to purchase commercial insurance. The country has over 250 campsites, but not all have necessary infrastructure like electricity hook-ups and waste disposal.
Diyanah Afendy, 31, and her partner Scott Tillman, 32, are on a 10-month road trip around Australia in a self-converted Hyundai Staria. They are following the Big Lap, a 14,500 km route along Highway 1. The DIY conversion cost A$18,000, about half the quoted professional price. Monthly expenses average A$3,500, and living on the road is about 30% cheaper than in Wollongong.
Australian campervan buyers often overlook the critical factors of service network coverage and ADR compliance. Comparing the Toyota HiAce and Mercedes Sprinter reveals that the HiAce benefits from a more extensive service network, simpler VSB14 certification, and better daily usability. The Sprinter, conversely, requires complex and costly certification, and repairs in remote areas are challenging.
According to the Caravan Industry Association of Australia, Australians aged over 55 accounted for 59 per cent of all caravan and camping trips in 2025. They average four-day trips, compared with 3.1 nights for those aged 30 to 54. Many retirees purchase caravans before retirement to build confidence with towing and camping. In winter, they head north for warmer weather, with popular destinations including Byron Bay, Mooloolaba, Alexandra Headland, and Coolangatta.
A single gunshot pierced the side of a campervan at Mullewa Waterfalls, north-east of Geraldton, on Friday night, startling Lacey and Max Ditchfield, who were asleep inside. The bullet landed near their feet, but no injuries were reported. Geraldton Detectives are investigating the incident as an isolated case.
LITY has launched a Kickstarter campaign for its Smart CO Detector, a portable device designed for campers, caravanners, and RV owners. The 108-gram aluminum-bodied unit features a magnetic mount, a color display showing CO levels, temperature, and humidity, and a three-tier alarm system covering 1 to 500 ppm. It has an IP54 rating and charges via USB-C. However, the campaign does not cite certifications like UL2034 or EN50291, which is a key consideration for buyers.
Snowy River Geelong, a caravan dealership in Newcomb, Australia, has completed its first year of operation, offering caravans under the national Snowy River Caravans brand. The dealership has served hundreds of customers, providing advice and support throughout the buying process.
The Caravan & Camping Industry Association NSW (CCIA NSW) has announced the winners of its 2026 Awards of Excellence. The ceremony took place on 13 August at the Western Sydney Convention Centre. Michael McIvor, Managing Director of Experience Broken Hill, received the Max Elsley Award for more than 16 years of leadership in regional tourism. Other winners included holiday parks, manufacturers and service providers such as BIG4 Tweed Billabong Holiday Park, Suncamper Motorhomes and Jayco Newcastle.
In 2025, New South Wales attracted 5.5 million domestic caravan and camping visitors, over a third of the market. National trips rose 14%, spending hit $12.6 billion.
Install OpenVan.camp
Get quick access and offline reading.
The app is already installed on this device.
Use your browser menu to install or add to home screen.
