Six Months Caravanning Australia

Our Journey So Far So it is that six months living on the road traveling Australia in our caravan has passed. It’s hard to believe. But what a time we have had! Chika our six year old border collie is loving this life as much as we are. Admittedly traveling with a dog has some restrictions and … Read more

A Sad Farewell | Goodbye Walter

Walter, a silver 2002 Pajero Exceed, rough around the edges with a few minor dings and some wear inside, has been our much loved tow vehicle since we began Our Wayfaring Life on 27 November 2017.  After 566 days on 16 June 2019 we had to make the decision that it was time to say a sad … Read more

How Much To Travel Around Australia

Long term or ongoing travel is neither like going on a holiday or living in a house. If both those were on a continuum with one at each end then ongoing travel is somewhere in the middle. The ‘holiday’ end of the continuum is best described as short stays, more eating out, doing regular activities … Read more

Platypus At Lake Gairdner Tasmania

Lake Gairdner Campground in Moina, Tasmania is a free, dog friendly campground a little under 4 hours from Hobart or 1 hour from Devonport or 1 hr 40 mins from Launceston. It was our base for visiting Cradle Mountain and Mount Roland. Cradle Mountain is a 30 minute drive from the campground. Lake Gairdner Campground … Read more

Travelling With Dogs On The Spirit Of Tasmania

Taking dogs on the Spirit of Tasmania especially when the dog is your beloved pet can be a daunting preposition. Sadly over the years there has been reports of dogs (and other animals) dying on the journey. Fortunately though there are many like us who have made the voyage to and from Tasmania with their dog and other pets … Read more