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Families rediscover holidays on the road
Rising interest rates and household budget strain are sending a growing number of Australian families onto the road, with families now accounting for up to a quarter of the caravan, camping and touring holiday market.
Research also shows that of all the Queensland families which have a caravan, about 42 per cent make one trip each year, 36 per cent make two trips per year and 22 per cent make three trips or more each year.
Caravanning Queensland CEO Ron Chapman said families were rediscovering the freedom, flexibility and affordability of caravanning, camping and touring holidays.
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Research also shows that of all the Queensland families which have a caravan, about 42 per cent make one trip each year, 36 per cent make two trips per year and 22 per cent make three trips or more each year.
Caravanning Queensland CEO Ron Chapman said families were rediscovering the freedom, flexibility and affordability of caravanning, camping and touring holidays.
COMPETITION WINNERS
APRIL:
MOTHERS DAY COMPETITION WINNERJoseph Hambling was thrilled to have one such a great present for his mother in our Mothers Day Competition. Here he is pictured, at left, with his mother.
What’s On at QUEENSLAND MUSEUM SOUTH BANK June08
Queensland Museum South Bank, Open 9.30am – 5pm daily, entry free, charges apply to the Sciencentre
Cnr Grey & Melbourne Sts, South Bank
Ph: (07) 3840 7555, www.southbank.qm.qld.gov.au
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Cnr Grey & Melbourne Sts, South Bank
Ph: (07) 3840 7555, www.southbank.qm.qld.gov.au
Pine Rivers Heritage Museum depicts life on the line
Railway buffs and train enthusiasts will appreciate the photographic exhibition exploring life on the railway, which kicked off at the Pine Rivers Heritage Museum at Kurwongbah on April 24. Moreton Bay Regional Council Mayor, Cr Allan Sutherland said this exciting photographic display was developed and presented by The Workshops Rail Museum, a campus of the […]
Read More..Dayboro Trailriders
The Club’s last ride attracted double the numbers from the previous month. Now that we are in the “Green” Zone we are able to accept non members and there were four visitors on our last ride. If you wish to ride with us be at the show grounds at 8.00am with two copies of a […]
Read More..Controversial Issues in Health
The nature of decision-making about health issues in our society means that there will often be diverse points of view. Lately, there have been a number of proposals put forward with some already in parliament that may fall into this category. I usually make a practice of not giving personal opinions in this column, however, […]
Read More..Community invited to have their say on local health services
Northside Primary and Community Health Services have established a structure for community engagement in primary and community health services north of the Brisbane River to Kilcoy. Community Consultative Committees are being established to improve community engagement in the planning, delivery and evaluation of primary and community health services across the Northside Health Service District. Each […]
Read More..Pine Rivers (Day) View Club
21 May: Ladies, Pine Rivers View Club meets on the 3rd Wednesday of each month. If you are looking for an interesting morning outing and friendship why not consider becoming a member of VIEW (Voice Interest and Education for Women). As a member of Pine Rivers (Day) VIEW Club you will enjoy visiting interesting places […]
Read More..Dayboro Rascals Playgroup
Hi everyone from the Rascals. It’s May already and Dayboro day is so close. We have been busy sewing and working to get our dress-up costumes ready for the stall and all is looking sooooo good. Don’t forget to give us a big wave as we march in the parade. Remember to look down because […]
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