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Wild Mob – Volunteers for Wilderness Conservation

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Our friends over at Wild Mob have released information on two brand new projects for you guys to get involved with. Known for running conservation adventure trips in Queensland, Wild Mob focus on organising meaningful, inspiring and beneficial projects, thus improving the environment and the world around us.

Calling all explorers/those who relish the great outdoors…

Check this out:

“Keen to explore the Australian bush? Or maybe enjoy your very own secluded beach? Why not do both?

Spend a week living in the bush, assisting with an endangered Wallaby recovery plan. Then for a change of pace, in the second week, you’ll sail to a secluded island and help with ecosystem restoration and reef monitoring!

Be assured though, you’ll have plenty of time to explore these unique environments, too! You’ll get to snorkel on the Great Barrier Reef, hike through the endangered Brigalow Belt or just relax under a tree with a book while the sun sets.

All you need to do is get yourself to the start point in Mackay, and we’ll take care of the rest”

Brampton Island Conservation Project

Assist Natural Resource Managers with conservation work on Brampton Island in the Whitsundays. The work includes eradicating invasive vegetation, beach clean up, conducting surveys on the coral reef and plenty of extra time to go snorkelling, swimming and hiking.

Avocet Conservation Project

Survey feral animals on the reserve by setting camera traps and monitoring for activity. Participants may assist with care and management of Bridled Nailtail Wallabies (seasonal availability) and general reserve maintenance. The project includes a nocturnal wildlife safari, extra time to go hiking and a visit to nearby Minerva Hills National Park and Mt Zamia.

Special Deal: $895

Dates: 25 May – 7 June

Duration: 14 days, 13 nights

Arrive/Depart: Mackay, QLD

The two-week conservation camp includes all of the following:

All meals, drinks and snacks
All camping and project related work equipment
All transfers from Mackay and back
2-hour boat trip to and from Brampton Island on 50ft catamaran
Snorkelling the Great Barrier Reef
Sunset Walk to ‘Point Lookout’
Guided coral reef tour with Marine Scientist
After-dark safari to spot nocturnal wildlife
Afternoon exploring Aboriginal cultural artefacts and artwork

Be sure to check out the website here for more information on this amazing opportunity!

Gone Bush?

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Check out this brand spanking new forum: www.gonebush.org

Want to chat about all things camper vans, caravans, 4X4′s, travel and more? Need information, advice or guidance on planning your trip down under?

Whatever you may want to know, be it information on free camp spots, second hand vehicles for sale…to modifying your trailer, this is the forum to check out.

Get involved, contribute and post up any questions you may have in regards to travelling Australia.

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Good Gabble Competition

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Our friends over at Good Gabble Newzine are celebrating their first birthday with an awesome competition up for grabs!

By taking out a hard copy subscription, or for those already subscribed – simply renew your previous subscription and you’ll be automatically entered for a draw to win a heap of presents from the friendly team at Good Gabble.

For more information on the prizes up for grabs, check out their website here.

There’s plenty of goodies up for grabs, definitely check it out! Don’t forget you can either subscribe online or use the form located in each newzine you receive.

Competition closes on 30th June 2011

If you’re unfamiliar with our Good Gabble mates, here’s a little bit about them (as quoted from their website) :

“Good Gabble is 100% Australian owned. Non-denominational. Distributed monthly. Good Gabble is a celebration of all the positive things of life. We aim to take the negativity out of the media and promote hope and unity of all that is good. It is combination of newspaper, newsletter and magazine. Good Gabble enlightens, enriches and reports. It is a celebration of those, big or small,one or many, who stand above the rest and deserve recognition for their positive power. Informative and motivational Good Gabble fills your month with hope, inspiration and thoughts of a better place to be.”

If you want to get in touch, here’s the contact information:

Advertising and contributions: good...@gmail.com
Phone: 0448327402

Nice one guys :)

Ultimate Guide to a Cheap Holiday

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If you are a student looking for a great, yet cheap vacation, then consider your options and possibilities with great care. Many ads will tell you that you can do it all and see it all, but the right choice with the greatest savings is what you really want to find. Combine cheap airfare with the convenience of having a campervan waiting for you upon arrival, and you will find that these arrangements might be the best deal.

Whether you are a student or someone wanting a cheap vacation, there are many packaged deals that offer airfare and hotel rates combined that will save you money. Some offers involve certain dates and other specifics, such as meals. Whatever you would like, it is available.

If you are in the market for a camper for yourself and possibly a few guests, then Wicked Campers offers 2, 3 and 5 seat campervan styles. Traveling in a camper allows for freedom on the road and peace of mind from knowing that you have your room accommodations right there with you. There is no need to do that daunting search for an affordable room for the night. A campervan is a great option for those who are in search of spontaneity while traveling. Wicked Campers operates in Australia, Africa, New Zealand, Europe, Thailand, and North and South America, so you are sure to find their campers for any destination you might have in mind.

The Top Ten Tips for a Cheap, but Fun Holiday:

• If you travel close to home, you will pay less. The further you go, the more the trip will cost, this is a no brainer, but people tend to overlook the simplicity of planning their travel expenses. The first thing you should look for are cheap flights to your desired destination.

• Choose a non-peak time to travel. If you want to save money then you should not go during a peak holiday season.

• Book early. Decide late. You will get good deals if you book well in advance of your travel date. Be on the lookout for late, cancelled reservations. At times, these will be cheaper than your advance rates.

• If you have close friends who like to travel, see what is available in the way of group rates. This works particularly well if you want a lakeside rental cottage. If you are interested in hiking, then you can find beautiful homes in the woods. There are lovely A-frames that will provide luxury accommodations, such as hot tubs and fireplaces. You can do your own cooking and save on your meals. Some of these places will permit pets. Combining the campervan experience with a several day stay in an A-frame may be quite interesting.

• If you are staying in a cottage, an A-frame or a condominium, you can plan to take food from home with you. This and shopping at local grocery stores for their best deals will definitely save you money.

• If traveling by campervan, take a cooler with you. You can keep it packed with sandwiches and soft drinks for cheaper lunches and snacks. You will save money on food and travel time both.

• If time allows and you are traveling in your own country, call and get a local newspaper for your primary destination. This will give you a feel for the area and possibly alert you to some very good deals. This can also be done internationally.

• If you are a student who wants to stay for the summer, plan to couple your vacation with a job. Part-time work in a resort area may offer you this opportunity. This is another good reason to acquire a local newspaper. If you want an extended stay, then call ahead to some of the local resorts or restaurants to see if they are doing seasonal hiring. Working holidays can be fun!

• Read about the places that interest you. Make certain that you can truly afford them.

• Leave your phone number on studentflights.com or wickedcamper.com and information, including additional tips will be provided.

Enrol for Medicare

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I figured it would be worthwhile posting information on Australia’s medicare program, something worth looking into if you’re going to be in Australia for a lengthy duration.

All the information below has been taken directly from the mediacare website on: http://www.medicareaustralia.gov.au

Have a gander:

The public health system in Australia is covered by a Government body called Medicare. If you have been granted a Working Holiday Visa (subclass 417), then you may be eligible for Medicare cover during your time in Australia.

Citizens of the UK, Sweden, Finland, Norway, Netherlands, Republic of Ireland* and NZ* are covered for the duration of your approved time in Australia. Citizens of Malta and Italy are covered by Medicare for a period of 6 months from the date of arrival in Australia.

What’s covered?

Medicare covers treatment that is deemed ‘medically necessary’. This means any ill-health or injury which occurs while you are in Australia and requires treatment before you return home.

This includes:

• Free treatment as a public in-patient or outpatient in a public hospital
• Subsidised medicines under the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme
• Medicare benefits for out-of-hospital medical treatment provided by doctors through private surgeries and ‘bulk bill’ community health centres.

* Resident of the Republic of Ireland and NZ are not entitled to Medicare benefits for non-hospital medical care and will not be issued with a Medicare card. To access these benefits you should show your passport at hospitals or pharmacies.

All other nationalities must pay for treatment and claim from their personal travel insurance policy, if covered.

What’s not covered?

Many treatments are not covered, including that not considered immediately necessary:

• Medicines not subsidised under the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme
• Dental work and allied health services
• Treatment arranged before your visit to Australia
• Accommodation and medical treatment in a private hospital
• Accommodation and medical treatment as a private patient in a public hospital.

Enrol for Medicare: 

• Check your Medicare entitlements on the Medicare website
• Download a Medicare Enrolment Form. (Irish and NZ travellers do not need to enrol).
• Take your completed form, passport, your visa and one other form of ID to your nearest Medicare office
• If your application is approved, you will be sent a Medicare Card in the mail. (If you do not have a permanent mailing address, set up a TCP Mail Holding Service).


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