Caravan Manufacturers Take Note

May 23, 2017 Itching for Hitching

While waiting for a prescription to be filled at a chemist I suddenly realised that I was snuggling into the customer couch just a little too much. The bane of caravanners is trying to find a decent supportive seat. Camp chairs have come a long way over the years but because they need to be light and portable there is only so much that they can offer in the way of comfort and support. Interior seating has gone through many fads; cafe, club lounge etc. in most cases it is a glorified padded couch on top of a storage cupboard. … Continue reading Caravan Manufacturers Take Note

NSW, Wildlife9 Comments

Sun Baking

May 22, 2017May 20, 2017 Itching for Hitching

Spotted in the dunes of Port Stephens, NSW. The discarded brick gives an idea of the size of this fellow. And just in case anyone is wondering…no I didn’t pick up the brick and dispose of it in the bin! Continue reading Sun Baking

The Pubs, Vic5 Comments

Wonder Woman

May 21, 2017May 20, 2017 Itching for Hitching

The Tarwin Lower pub in Victoria overlooks the muddy reed banks of the Tarwin River. Between the bar and the lounge there is a fabulous triple fireplace. The three brick chimneys entwine and twist toward the ceiling. Two old codgers sit silently at the bar. On the dot of noon a breezy young barmaid flies through the front door and they both burst into animated conversation. It’s amazing what a woman can do. Continue reading Wonder Woman

Well Bugger Me!3 Comments

Hidden Riches

May 20, 2017May 20, 2017 Itching for Hitching

We were on a mining tour when we learnt that outback soil is red because of the iron content. In future I’ll consider it as mining when I’m trying to get the damned stuff out of our socks. Continue reading Hidden Riches

Point of Interest, Qld4 Comments

Mackay’s Red Street Signs

May 20, 2017May 17, 2017 Itching for Hitching

Many street signs in Mackay, Qld have red lettering. These signs are streets named in honour of the casualties of both World Wars who were born, lived or enlisted in Mackay. Continue reading Mackay’s Red Street Signs

Places, WA2 Comments

The Architecture of Broome

May 19, 2017May 17, 2017 Itching for Hitching

In Broome, WA most buildings both old and new are constructed of corrugated iron. Wide verandahs are abundant. Like all buildings in this cyclone prone part of the country there is no guttering. Two storey buildings have brightly painted latticework … Continue reading The Architecture of Broome

NSW, Point of Interest5 Comments

The Ferry Wrecks of South West Rocks

May 18, 2017May 17, 2017 Itching for Hitching

According to the NSW Maritime Department, 1800 ships have been wrecked off the NSW coast and only 10% have been found. In January 1972 four vehicular ferries were being towed up the east coast to be broken up for scrap … Continue reading The Ferry Wrecks of South West Rocks

When Things Just Go Wrong6 Comments

Techni Ice First Aid

May 17, 2017May 14, 2017 Itching for Hitching

We’re having a few reds to toast the sunset when there’s a loud bang. A woman comes running for help and we find that her husband’s hand has been jammed when the jockey wheel of their camper trailer has swung sideways. A fit young man appears from nowhere and lifts the whole trailer, oh to be young and fit again. Woody dashes to the Techni Ice fridge in the back of the Jeep and grabs a chunk of ice to encase the man’s hand. Then we despatch him to Kempsey hospital. Next day he tells us that the hand only … Continue reading Techni Ice First Aid

Caravanning Hints11 Comments

The Law of Van Leaks

May 16, 2017May 14, 2017 Itching for Hitching

Why is it that when a van leaks it is over the bed? I never hear anyone complaining that the shower hatch leaks. Or the main hatch leaks all over the floor. No! it’s always over the bed or the wall behind the bed so that the mattress gets wet and ruins your night’s sleep. Continue reading The Law of Van Leaks

Taking Directions10 Comments

Where the hell are we?

May 15, 2017May 10, 2017 Itching for Hitching

Much too busy talking we blissfully follow Gabbi Garmin’s instructions without consideration to where we are going. We soon find ourselves in Rushworth and then passing the Waranga Basin on a rather poor and bumpy road. Who needs the Birdsville Track when you’ve got a GPS for the occasional spot of adventure. Continue reading Where the hell are we?