Spain: roadworthiness checks for campers over 10 every six months
Spain now requires campers over 10 years old to pass a roadworthiness test every six months. Plus: a Kia and LG electric camper and three new campsites in Korea.
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VanSky index for Port Hedland, Australia — 88 out of 100 (Ideal). Decide in seconds: temperature, precipitation, wind and solar output. Data refreshed every 3 hours from real weather observations.
Port Hedland, Australia — VanSky 77 out of 100. Comfortable for a route. Ranked #241 of 617 cities in the country (as of 1 June 2026). Temperature 26°C, wind 12 km/h. Solar panels yield 1.4 kWh/day at 400 W — enough for full autonomy.
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Updated: 30.05.2026
Diesel
$1.66 /l
AUD2.31 · €1.42/l
70 of 127
pricier than 54% of countries
Petrol
$1.31 /l
AUD1.83 · €1.13/l
52 of 126
cheaper than 60% of countries
LPG
$1.10 /l
AUD1.54 · €0.95/l
30 of 46
pricier than 63% of countries
Over 30 residents of the Five Ways Caravan Park in Melbourne's south-east must vacate by August 25 due to site redevelopment. Victoria's Department of Families, Fairness and Housing and Kingston City Council are providing support, including housing options and removalist funding. The owner has submitted a planning application for a residential village with 56 moveable dwellings and a two-storey communal building with 5 apartments.
Michael Terry, battling jaw cancer, received an eviction notice from Ingenia Holidays Lake Macquarie, requiring him to vacate by June 30. He paid $40,000 upfront for a five-year stay but may lose about $12,000 due to early departure. Supporters challenge the notice's legality, arguing Terry is a permanent resident, not a casual visitor, and thus entitled to stronger tenant protections under permanent resident laws.
On May 10, the China (Jiaxing)-Australia Economic and Trade Promotion Conference was held in Melbourne. Jin Geely RV, a key enterprise from Tongxiang, participated, with founder Miao Xuezhong signing a three-year strategic cooperation agreement with Australian dealer Green RV. The event featured speeches from Chinese Consulate in Melbourne and Melbourne City Council officials. Jin Geely RV was highlighted as a successful case of Chinese investment in Australia.
Private equity group BGH Capital increased its takeover offer for Tourism Holdings Limited by nearly 35%. The campervan rental operator downgraded its full-year profit forecast, citing higher fuel costs that reduced demand from grey nomads and backpackers. The Trouchet brothers, founders of the Apollo brand, joined the BGH consortium after their earlier bid was rejected in June 2025.
The Dolphins rugby club has announced a two-year partnership with Nomadic Off-Road Campers, making the company an official partner. As part of the deal, a pop-top camper will be the main prize for members of The 100 Club loyalty program who attend all home games in the 2026 season. The camper will also be displayed at the stadium on game days, and exclusive offers will be available to club members.
Campinawe, known for its unconventional teardrop trailers, has announced the Crossover Solo floor plan for its 15-foot model. The layout features a fold-away twin XL bed that clears floor space for a dining or work area. It is available on the Frontier and Adventure trims starting at $39,995.
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