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VanSky index for Mudgeeraba, Australia — 52 out of 100 (Acceptable). Decide in seconds: temperature, precipitation, wind and solar output. Data refreshed several times a day from real weather observations.
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Mudgeeraba, Australia — VanSky 52 out of 100. Acceptable, plan around the weather. Ranked #498 of 617 cities in the country (as of 15 July 2026). Temperature 16°C, wind 26 km/h. Solar panels yield 1.0 kWh/day at 400 W — enough for full autonomy.
A weather comfort index for travel: a 0–100 score. Recalculated daily from live weather data — temperature, rainfall, wind and sun.
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Mudgeeraba ranks 616 of 617 cities. Country average VanSky — 79.
Updated: 11.07.2026
Unleaded 91
$1.20 /l
AUD1.71 · €1.05/l
46 of 133
cheaper than 66% of countries
Premium 95
$1.31 /l
AUD1.87 · €1.15/l
29 of 92
cheaper than 70% of countries
Premium 98
$1.39 /l
AUD1.98 · €1.21/l
11 of 23
cheaper than 57% of countries
Diesel
$1.40 /l
AUD2.01 · €1.23/l
63 of 134
cheaper than 54% of countries
Premium Diesel
$1.37 /l
AUD1.96 · €1.19/l
6 of 41
cheaper than 88% of countries
LPG
$1.03 /l
AUD1.47 · €0.90/l
33 of 51
pricier than 63% of countries
E85
$1.73 /l
AUD2.47 · €1.51/l
5 of 5
pricier than 80% of countries
Four luxury safari tents at NRMA Bright Holiday Park must be removed after a five-year planning dispute, as Alpine Shire Council classified them as buildings rather than temporary structures. Each tent cost between A$80,000 and A$100,000 to install, remained unused during the dispute, and will be relocated interstate. Caravan and Residential Parks Victoria (CRPV) said Victoria is the only Australian state without legislated guidance for glamping, causing inconsistent decisions among local councils. The Victorian government is developing updated planning guidance for glamping and other alternative accommodation, expected later this month.
New fees have been set for the Kyogle Gardens Caravan Park in Kyogle, Australia. The park was closed for most of last year for a $1.8 million upgrade and reopened in November 2025. Fees are lower than at nearby parks and use a single year-round pricing structure. A powered site for two adults costs A$29 per night, an unpowered site A$15, with a discount for members of the Campervan and Motorhome Club of Australia (CMCA).
Sutherland Shire Council in Sydney has announced stricter measures against long-term parking of motorhomes and boats on public roads. Starting late July, a six-month pilot program will install 'No parking, motor vehicles excepted' signs in specific areas. Owners who continue to park motorhomes or boats not attached to a motor vehicle in designated zones will face a fine of 140 Australian dollars. The program covers the suburbs of Cronulla, Caringbah South, Woolooware, Lilli Pilli, and Como.
Cobram Caravans, operating for over 40 years, has been inducted into the Caravan Industry Victoria Hall of Fame. The award was presented to co-owners Kevin Gribble and Kilian Don.
A man died in a caravan fire in Zilzie, Livingstone Shire. Emergency services responded to a Monaco Drive address around 10:15 p.m. Monday after reports of a caravan on fire. A neighbour removed the 45-year-old man from the caravan and began CPR, but he could not be revived. Police say there are no suspicious circumstances; a report will be prepared for the coroner.
A ranking of five best caravan movers for Australian campsites in 2026 has been published. The top pick is the All Terrain Mover by Optitec, capable of moving trailers up to 4,500 kg on grass, gravel, and slopes up to 10% using track-style tyres and up to four electric motors. Pricing starts at $4,500 AUD for the 2,500 kg model and $5,400 AUD for the 4,500 kg model. Other entries include Trailer Valet for light trailers, Maxon Group, Berger Camping, and Reimo.
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