CARAVANNING AUSTRALIA - WE GOT ROBBED||SAFETY ALLERT

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  • Опубліковано 12 вер 2023
  • In this episode we share with you our lesson when we got robbed while caravanning Australia.
    We thought we would share our circumstance where we got robbed so you don't make the same mistake and we chat about general safety while caravanning.
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  • @lionelbekker3590
    @lionelbekker3590 10 місяців тому +17

    When I was small and we did a lot of camping my dad used to take fishing line and tie one end to the car bumper and make like a square or triangle- at the other end he had sone nuts and bolts in a glass jar that was in our caravan and when someone comes it jangles in the van. It’s saved us so many times.

    • @suelandolt6840
      @suelandolt6840 10 місяців тому +3

      That is super cleaver! Thanks for sharing!

    • @kaynicholls9066
      @kaynicholls9066 10 місяців тому

      What a great idea, thanks for sharing 😊😊

    • @TheRubeeRose
      @TheRubeeRose 10 місяців тому

      I like that idea, I was planning to get some chain & wrap it around the camp chair/table/bbq, etc and linking it to the RV ... this sounds better/easier

  • @tanyiabailey4792
    @tanyiabailey4792 10 місяців тому +3

    When I am parked up with my awning out I put a padlock in the hole in the awning arm so that it can’t be retracted bit harder to drive off with my van if they can’t put the awning down

    • @suelandolt6840
      @suelandolt6840 10 місяців тому

      That’s a great idea! Good thinking!

  • @cynthiakavanagh6972
    @cynthiakavanagh6972 10 місяців тому +2

    We had friends who were robbed while they slept earlier this year at Lombardina, which was a community we never would have thought of as risky. But it’s about protecting yourselves; they’d gone to bed and hadn’t locked the van door, so their keys (that were on view) and handbag were taken out of the van, and their car taken for a joy ride. Luckily for them, no real damage was done, and they were able to continue on their way after a few days, but it was a wake up call that has coloured their memories of a beautiful place.

  • @foss5011
    @foss5011 10 місяців тому +4

    Hi Sue & Derek. Friends of ours just recently (6 weeks ago or so?) were in a C/P in Townsville - asleep in their van - the door was jemmied & entry gained. Their car keys were on the table & pinched by some juvenile lowlifes (that's as far as I will go with that). Their car was stolen from outside the van and subsequently driven around Townsville for the next few days until located and recovered by themselves. I could go on with the story, it goes on and on, but you get the idea. Tips learned from their experience - (1) Do not leave your keys/wallets etc next to your van door. We all have hooks for keys right next to the door entry !!! Put them in the drawer or alcove next to your bed head. (2) Carry & keep somewhere safe a spare car key - our friends did not & it caused all sorts of grief until they could get the spare key posted to them. Another tip given to me - if leaving your van say at a free camp for a day trip etc, on top of putting a pin lock on the DO35, padlock your safety chains as tight as possible so thieves cannot use them to hook over their tow ball and tow your van away. Cheers. Dave

    • @suelandolt6840
      @suelandolt6840 10 місяців тому

      Oh wow Dave! What a story. I have heard of a few issues coming out of Townsville. You poor friends, what a horrid experience. Thanks for the tip about the chains, makes good sense.

    • @agatemaster1998
      @agatemaster1998 10 місяців тому +1

      Got love them non reflective folk who want a voice aged between 10 and 16 and can’t drive manual trans cars

    • @agatemaster1998
      @agatemaster1998 10 місяців тому +1

      My van has a secure box under the bed only access is by lifting the bed up

  • @diannehavelberg5875
    @diannehavelberg5875 10 місяців тому +7

    Thats a good video for everyone to remind them about safety as these things do happen doesnt matter where you are camps or van parks thats the way it is today❤ You guys take care

    • @suelandolt6840
      @suelandolt6840 10 місяців тому

      Thanks Dianne much appreciate it!

  • @user-sf5ol5wb2x
    @user-sf5ol5wb2x 10 місяців тому

    Great reminder for all of us, thanks guys

  • @surfing4theloveofit
    @surfing4theloveofit 10 місяців тому +3

    Yes guy's great video, just subscribed, I got hirejacked when I was at ayers rock Uluru , I was on a motorbike and 5 or 6 aboriginal guys dragged my off the bike and sucked the petrol from my tank and almost left me empty in the middle of nowhere, these people want our respect, are you joking. Stop doing the crime and I'll respect them, anyway enough ranting, ❤ peace love and respect 🙏.

  • @craigtomkinson2837
    @craigtomkinson2837 10 місяців тому +2

    Cracking EP guys and what a bugger they knocked off your gear. Thanks for sharing,

  • @helenverrall2892
    @helenverrall2892 10 місяців тому +4

    Loved the latest video on being alert to safety when travelling. We were in a camper years ago at a caravan park that was hit overnight. People had gear stolen from boats, caravans, eskies and even the meat from freezer in the camp kitchen. Pays to be cautious.

    • @suelandolt6840
      @suelandolt6840 10 місяців тому +1

      Oh wow that’s pretty crazy! Yes the guys went through multiple cars and vans in the park we were in and came back the second night. Very common in that park!

  • @janiceatkinson5112
    @janiceatkinson5112 10 місяців тому +3

    Well said, trust your instincts. Good advice. I hope the GRR has been kind to you. Enjoy your week.

    • @suelandolt6840
      @suelandolt6840 10 місяців тому +2

      Thanks Janice, appreciate the feedback! GRR has been good but challenging 😊

  • @deirdrefisher2773
    @deirdrefisher2773 10 місяців тому +1

    Great advice guys, thanks again. Travel safe👍

    • @suelandolt6840
      @suelandolt6840 10 місяців тому +1

      Thanks so much, hope you have a great week!

  • @emmalouise9713
    @emmalouise9713 10 місяців тому +1

    Great ep with good advise thank you 👍

  • @nyreemanning7918
    @nyreemanning7918 10 місяців тому +2

    That was great guys thank you for sharing this. We have stayed at a couple of van parks were there has been theft either the night before or that night. Most of the security guys we have met have told us what theft has been going on, fishing rods, Eskeys full of alcohol and bikes. One night we had been out for dinner and came back to find our kids shoes were missing.

    • @suelandolt6840
      @suelandolt6840 10 місяців тому +1

      Thanks for sharing, yes theft has def picked up over the years and so important to be super cautious!

  • @michellepatterson5487
    @michellepatterson5487 10 місяців тому +1

    Great video, thanks guys 😊

    • @suelandolt6840
      @suelandolt6840 10 місяців тому +1

      Thanks so much, appreciate it!

  • @ladysusanjane2682
    @ladysusanjane2682 10 місяців тому +6

    This was brilliant. Thanks for sharing. I didn’t know about wheel clamps so I’ll pass that one on to hubby😉 we still haven’t free camped yet….bit scared but I’ll build up to it eventually! 😊
    I love the comments about yr clock being stolen. Some people have a great sense of humour 😂

    • @suelandolt6840
      @suelandolt6840 10 місяців тому +1

      So good it was useful for you! Yea def look into your insurance policy requirements. We love our viewers sense of humour!

  • @TheRubeeRose
    @TheRubeeRose 10 місяців тому

    I haven't started yet, still waiting for my RV MoHo to be delivered (mid-2024). So I'm still planning everything. This was really informative, thank you for posting this. Sorry that you got robbed.

  • @JohnnyD1305
    @JohnnyD1305 10 місяців тому +2

    Hi Deryck & Sue another excellent video. This one was a great lesson. You can retro fit a central locking system to your canopy that work with the car system. Look that up when you can. KEYS. What we do is- spare set of caravan keys kept in the car and a spare car key hidden in the van that way if you loose one or the other you always have a spare to get out of trouble. On a lighter note did some one steal the clock.

    • @suelandolt6840
      @suelandolt6840 10 місяців тому

      Thanks guys appreciate the tip! 😂😂😂 yes the clock gone this week was a funny coincidence!

  • @paultabone2010
    @paultabone2010 10 місяців тому +1

    Thank you so much for this tonight. 😢it’s so sad what has happened to you,you are such a beautiful couple and a breath of fresh air 🦋🌺🌸🐬 .I am now going to lock things up,my wife says I trust to much. Thank you again have a wonderful week.🍷🍷🦋🌸🐬🌺

    • @suelandolt6840
      @suelandolt6840 10 місяців тому +1

      Thanks so much Paul really appreciate the kind words and support. Yes better safe than sorry!

  • @turtletrackstravels
    @turtletrackstravels 10 місяців тому +8

    So sad this happened, makes us all be extra vigilant now. We will certainly be adding extra security as we continue our travels around Australia, cheers guys 👍

    • @suelandolt6840
      @suelandolt6840 10 місяців тому +2

      Thanks guys yes definitely be vigilant and cautious, it doesn’t happen until it does!

  • @jodieclarke4375
    @jodieclarke4375 10 місяців тому +1

    Another very informative video. Bob …. You are hilarious.

    • @suelandolt6840
      @suelandolt6840 10 місяців тому +1

      Thanks so much, yes Bobbis crazy 😂 keeps us laughing 😊

  • @chrisdepodolinsky1219
    @chrisdepodolinsky1219 10 місяців тому +3

    I have installed a WITI alarm system to my caravan with the added GPS tracking device. It works very well. The GPS tracker updates the van's location to an app every 18 hours and is very accurate.
    The alarm system connects to the caravan's brakes applying them fully as soon as a very sensitive motion detector is activated. It also sets of an alarm, makes all the lights flash and sends a message to my phone app. It also has a door sensor that triggers the alarm as soon as the door is opened, and there is also an internal infrared sensor that can be turned off or on. It would be difficult for anyone to tow the van away with all the brakes fully applied. 🎉

    • @suelandolt6840
      @suelandolt6840 10 місяців тому +3

      This is the one Deryck mentioned to me. Apparently a very good system! Will give you some comfort having that installed!

    • @chrisdepodolinsky1219
      @chrisdepodolinsky1219 10 місяців тому

      @@suelandolt6840 Thanks Sue. It works very well and I recommend ordering one and having it installed to your proposed new caravan including the added GPS tracker. There is an annual subscription for the GPS tracking service with different options, but the basic one is not expensive and works well. The Alarm comes with a couple of remote controls for turning it on & off. The remotes also include a panic button that you can press to instantly activate it. I keep it close by at night when staying at dodgy camp locations, including a few caravan parks where theft occurs. A car was stolen from a Derby caravan park not long before we stayed there. A local entered an unlocked caravan whilst the owners were sleeping in it, stole a pair of shorts with car keys in a pocket, found the keys and proceeded to drive out in the car.

  • @williamdavis9253
    @williamdavis9253 10 місяців тому +1

    Great informative video guys. ❤

    • @suelandolt6840
      @suelandolt6840 10 місяців тому +1

      Thanks so much, have a great week!

  • @lyndoncarter1528
    @lyndoncarter1528 10 місяців тому +1

    Great video guys thanks for sharing

    • @suelandolt6840
      @suelandolt6840 10 місяців тому +2

      Thanks Lyndon, appreciate the feedback 😊

  • @geniandrew3597
    @geniandrew3597 10 місяців тому

    I have just finished watching your channel and your segment tonight was all about locking up and being safe. Last year we were at Bullara station in WA for 2 nights, the morning we were to leave we got up and someone had stolen our tow hitch on the land cruiser which left us in a pickle, we were heading to Exmouth but couldn’t get there as our tow hitch was a Lovells and quite different, we walked all around the park to finally find one that would get us to Exmouth so we borrowed it and then returned it, we bought one in Exmouth luckily that did the job, it wasn’t the right one but it got us home. Now we lock the tow hitch.

  • @iandibley8032
    @iandibley8032 10 місяців тому +5

    We have just returned home from travelling 16kls in Oz ,many free camps some caravan parks. The only place we had trouble and felt unsafe was Alice Springs .

    • @suelandolt6840
      @suelandolt6840 10 місяців тому +4

      I have heard this a lot! AS has a bit of a reputation and we too were very cautious there. Stayed on a private property out of time which was good.

  • @lucysoutdoors
    @lucysoutdoors 10 місяців тому +1

    Thanks for sharing, safe travelling guys

    • @suelandolt6840
      @suelandolt6840 10 місяців тому +1

      Thanks so much, hope you have a great week too!

  • @emmalouise9713
    @emmalouise9713 10 місяців тому +3

    Ive heard others talk about gut feels with travelling, too and do the same as you both. Fair enough, i say! If even for the fact youll feel more relaxed and sleep better at the next place, its worth it 👍

  • @stuartmutch6003
    @stuartmutch6003 10 місяців тому +3

    A friend told me when we bought our van, to ALWAYS take the D-shackles off the chains and lock them up when the van is unhitched. Apparently some thieves will sling the chains over their towball or whatever type of hitch they have, using the shackles to hold the chains in place. They then quickly drive off with your van. Your ball lock is rendered useless just by leaving the shackles available on your chains.

    • @malnottingham5713
      @malnottingham5713 10 місяців тому

      I padlock my chains tightly to the drawbar to prevent thieves using your chains to steal your van.

    • @man.i.literally.failed6772
      @man.i.literally.failed6772 9 місяців тому

      I've taken my chains off, re wired the trailer cable so its just a plug hidden under the van using diffirent types of plugs to make it difficult, you need a harness to use lights, and use a Kovix trailer hitch alarm, will be adding gps soon, the more layers the better

  • @jefferygambrill7332
    @jefferygambrill7332 10 місяців тому +3

    Eufy style cameras will log onto your van wifi and talk to your mobile. You can watch your van from anywhere you have mobile coverage. The cameras will alarm if a person walks into the van cameras view. The alarm can be sent directly to your cloud account.

    • @suelandolt6840
      @suelandolt6840 10 місяців тому +1

      This is a great idea. Worth looking into! Thanks so much.

  • @kaynicholls9066
    @kaynicholls9066 10 місяців тому

    Hi guy's I'm new here, your safety advice was very helpful & interesting. I saw on another channel yesterday about a guy who has a hidden safe in his campervan. It was made big enough to hold his valuable equipment, while still being small enough to be hidden away where no one would find it. It's secretly bolted onto the campervans chassis & those bolt's are hidden too. I thought it's a great idea.😊😊 I've subscribed to your channel, as my ex (also my best friend) are planning on travelling & being grey nomads in a campervan within the next 2 + years, after dreaming about doing it for the last 35+ years😅😅 Looking forward to watching more of your videos 😊😊Cheers from the Mornington Peninsula, Victoria 😊😊Safe travels❤❤

    • @suelandolt6840
      @suelandolt6840 10 місяців тому

      Welcome. And thanks so much for sharing the hidden safe idea! That sounds really clever! Super exciting about you travelling. Best of luck with your planning 😊

  • @burbs-to-bush-redbakadventures
    @burbs-to-bush-redbakadventures 10 місяців тому

    I too have been the victim of thieves in the night, my hitch pin was taken. I only noticed it as my trailer hitch was sticking out when i was packing up to leave my campsite, i knew it was there the day before as i always check everything the day prior to leaving. Another camper came over and had a spare one that he kindly gave me so i could continue on. I now have a spare one plus i purchased one that can be locked with a key. Its going to happen, I hear about it like you guys but we will not let those scumbags ruin our trip. I also have several camera's , drones etc and they are always with me, if I'm in the camper or car, that's where the are too. Thanks for uploading this video so we are all aware of the dangers of thieves on the road. Stay Safe.

  • @helensmit2893
    @helensmit2893 10 місяців тому +2

    Hope someone funds your clock 😉💜 Great video.

  • @mandidittloff4500
    @mandidittloff4500 10 місяців тому +1

    One question….when is your book coming out? I love your Wednesday chats. Have to sit and write them all down. Lol. Yeah, I’m a note taker too. 😅

  • @brentonl1746
    @brentonl1746 10 місяців тому +3

    That is so bad, may I suggest travelling ing a Bushmaster the 50 cal machine gun with laser guided scopes up top tends to put a lot of those people off from knocking stuff off your site.

    • @suelandolt6840
      @suelandolt6840 10 місяців тому +1

      😂😂😂 that would certainly scare me off 😊

  • @JAStheACE
    @JAStheACE 10 місяців тому +3

    I'm not a caravan person, but similarly disgusted that we can't travel around without being thieved from. The law courts are not hard enough on the perpetrator even if the police have done their job at finding the thief. I don't need a van, just my Falcon is fine, when i go get a swap n go gas bottle at the servo and old reliable is gone, some prick drove it 600kms then burnt it out. My best friend vehicle 13yrs together done heaps of camping, gone in 60 seconds and totally fried. It's a pure shame we can't live like humans anymore and enjoy life as we knew. Good luck on your travels.

    • @suelandolt6840
      @suelandolt6840 10 місяців тому +1

      Thanks so much, sorry to hear you lost your Falcon! Yes very sad that we have to worry about theft. Have a great week and thanks for your comment!

  • @ouroz_adventures
    @ouroz_adventures 10 місяців тому

    Gr8 ep 🤙 don’t look now but your wall clock is Gonski 😮

  • @debbiehowe5768
    @debbiehowe5768 10 місяців тому

    You clock got stolen too😂😂 We've had a few gut feelings too when staying in free camps. Good to be reminded to be safety aware.

    • @suelandolt6840
      @suelandolt6840 10 місяців тому +1

      😂😂😂 yes didn’t even think of the connection with the clock missing 😂 😊

  • @yeahbutnah1
    @yeahbutnah1 10 місяців тому +3

    Great tips for general awareness guys, one night in Coober Pedy caravan park we woke up in the middle of the night to find an intruder INSIDE our camper trailer... luckily the keys/wallet/phones were under our pillows, there is no going back to sleep after that stuff,
    Shame they have now taken your clock tho! 🤣

    • @suelandolt6840
      @suelandolt6840 10 місяців тому +2

      Omg that’s awful guys, you must have got such a fright!! Yes we also had visitors wandering around the campsite in CP but nothing was taken fortunately. They were just trying doors to see if anything was unlocked. 😂😂😂😂 yes the stolen clock has kept me laughing all night!

  • @RascalandClog
    @RascalandClog 10 місяців тому +3

    So sad people can steal stuff without feeling like a horrible person. I just don't understand this world. I miss the good old days before the internet. Back when everyone was friendly and honest people.

  • @outbackescapesaustralia
    @outbackescapesaustralia 10 місяців тому +37

    Did your clock get knocked off also?😂

  • @michealplater9007
    @michealplater9007 10 місяців тому +4

    We had a GPS tracker in a work Landcruiser 4WD that was stolen. We tracked the 4WD just out of town, where they stopped and removed the tracker. The tracker was found by the Police. The 4WD was never recovered. Do not rely on one device only.

    • @suelandolt6840
      @suelandolt6840 10 місяців тому

      Very good advice! Yes a tracker is only so good but need to take every precaution possible to stay safe. Thanks for sharing.

    • @wozzatherockdog1778
      @wozzatherockdog1778 10 місяців тому

      If installed properly it shouldn’t have been found.

  • @yusufsayed1583
    @yusufsayed1583 10 місяців тому +1

    Good Morning 😊 I see the clock is gone , did it wave his hands and say goodbye 😂 Saftey is important , be vigilant . In S.A you lock it and its still go missing 😢 Crime Capital of the world 😠 Thanks for the chat & Safe Travels 🙏🏽 Greetings from South Africa 🇿🇦

    • @suelandolt6840
      @suelandolt6840 10 місяців тому +1

      😂😂😂 we still have the clock thankfully. Yes SA is next level. Our family is still all there so we often get updates on things being stolen. As long as they stay safe we are reopened. Have a great week and thanks for the support as always!

  • @darrensquires7106
    @darrensquires7106 10 місяців тому

    Hi guy's sorry to tell you but your famous clock has been stolen ha . Another great episode

  • @sweet-az-rvn
    @sweet-az-rvn 10 місяців тому

    We use a jaycar pir motion sensor. I think it cost $10 remote control. You can change settings from full-on alarm or chirp. Handy if things are open in gut feeling territory eg Canopy open on other side while having beers out front🤙😊

    • @suelandolt6840
      @suelandolt6840 10 місяців тому +1

      Thanks for the suggestion! Very opportunistic!

  • @MrToyota67
    @MrToyota67 10 місяців тому +3

    On our journey, we were at a caravan park in Alice Springs and myself and Mrs had gone for a shower at the same time. As I was returning, I could see a light shining in our car and I thought it was the other half getting something out of the car. As I got closer, this bloke took off like a rabbit! 2 others took off from other vans, and another camper was chasing them. These 3 blokes jumped the fence which had barbed wire around the top but had jumpers over the wire so not to get caught up on it. Coppers came to investigate and search the back of the park but they had gone. Very scary as it's not something you expect when on holidays.
    Luckily, we spooked them before they could steel anything but my keys were on the kitchen bench on our camper trailer and my wallet was in the car.

    • @iandibley8032
      @iandibley8032 10 місяців тому +2

      Sadly, that is nothing unusual in Alice Springs. We also had a few problems there. Now, like many others, we avoid staying only buy fuel and leave.

  • @surfing4theloveofit
    @surfing4theloveofit 10 місяців тому +1

    This really sucks guy's, never leave your gear in sight, and big tip you should put 4 motion cameras on your caravan with spot lights, also cable lock your chairs to your outside table have alarm padlocks and if that doesn't work the shotgun full of salt and pepper right up the you no what, a light sabre works well ask luck skywalker 😂 good luck guy's hope you had insurance 👍

  • @rockbiterhd
    @rockbiterhd 10 місяців тому +2

    I am glad you have bought up the subject there are a lot of places people need to be bit smarter UA-camrs don’t report the problems which should be addressed to make fellow un initiated aware just look at the comments thank you enjoy

    • @suelandolt6840
      @suelandolt6840 10 місяців тому +1

      Thanks so much for the feedback, happy this has been useful. Feel it’s important to share good and bad of travel, will hopefully prevent someone from having their goods stolen.

  • @emmalouise9713
    @emmalouise9713 10 місяців тому +1

    Sorry to hear your gear got raided 😢
    I cant believe the cheek of it, right beside where your sleeping!
    Its interesting about the paid sites vs unpaid, too 🤔

    • @suelandolt6840
      @suelandolt6840 10 місяців тому +1

      100% people are super cheeky and brazen! Yes a lot of paid sites have theft as well.

  • @brycecleary4200
    @brycecleary4200 10 місяців тому

    Exactly the same thing happened to our crew at Loyalty Beach.

  • @lesleymercieca6571
    @lesleymercieca6571 10 місяців тому +1

    We had brand new fishing rods stolen out of our tent in a
    caravan park. We now have a caravan and so far only stay in caravan parks . We always put everything away at night .

    • @suelandolt6840
      @suelandolt6840 10 місяців тому

      Agree you should pack everything away as it is easy to lift if it is out!!sorry to hear you lost your fishing rods!

  • @WesternAustraliaNowAndThen
    @WesternAustraliaNowAndThen 10 місяців тому +7

    The worst experiences we have ever had on the road have been in campsites with many other people around. These days we try to find places where nobody else if camping because then the potential for trouble is zero. More people = more trouble from our experience and the closer you are to big population centres, the more likely there is to be problems.

    • @suelandolt6840
      @suelandolt6840 10 місяців тому +3

      100 percent agree that is the same feedback we have received from other travellers. The problems are near the major metropolitan areas. But I think you have to be cautious everywhere.

    • @davidmilledge221
      @davidmilledge221 10 місяців тому +2

      Sadly its other campers sometimes pinching ya gear early in morning before they take off 😥

    • @craigroaring
      @craigroaring 10 місяців тому

      Thieves are scum, but when you see everyone as potential thieves, you are as much of a threat as they are, maybe more.

    • @stevenwylie2060
      @stevenwylie2060 10 місяців тому

      Been camped in off road gravel dumps on the the sides of the road,been in multiple brandish and fire weapons at clowns,wolf creek scenarios are happening all the time in the outback ,just because you didn't see it on ABC news or tik to doesn't mean it's not happening,🖕🇭🇲

  • @KendallCurran
    @KendallCurran 10 місяців тому

    GPS tags are great.

  • @jenkosgoldadventures
    @jenkosgoldadventures 10 місяців тому +1

    We lost a 120 lite esky full of Christmas cheer including a seafood platter on Christmas Eve. Total value would been approximately $800 from our annex. The same night the local police Sargent staying at the same van park lost his 80L camp fridge full of alcohol.

    • @suelandolt6840
      @suelandolt6840 10 місяців тому

      Oh how awful! That is super sad! Yes esky’s and fridges are popular items to go! We had a family lose their fridge with 2!weeks worth of food at Rapid Bay when we were there!

  • @RoamingOz
    @RoamingOz 10 місяців тому

    I was out camping in my camper trailer one weekend with the family, beautiful free camp on the water in the middle of no where with a few camp sites around, i woke up at 3am to someone walking away from my camper, lucky nothing of value was left out 👍

    • @suelandolt6840
      @suelandolt6840 10 місяців тому

      Oooh that’s lucky but a horrible thing to wake up to!

  • @man.i.literally.failed6772
    @man.i.literally.failed6772 9 місяців тому

    Ive added 2 dash cams to my caravan, front and rear.

  • @wozzatherockdog1778
    @wozzatherockdog1778 10 місяців тому +1

    Sorry you guy’s experienced this 😮
    I’ve just bought a ‘van and now considering going full hog on security. It’s an industry I’ve been in for over 30 years so will be covering all aspects.

    • @suelandolt6840
      @suelandolt6840 10 місяців тому

      Always a good idea to be cautious!

  • @elloweeze1
    @elloweeze1 10 місяців тому +1

    We drove into Hattah np in Victoria a few years ago , we by passed the first camp and continued on to a camp much further in ,there wasn’t anybody around ,after setting up the van and paying the camp fee l said to my husband that l didn’t like it here it felt sinister so we packed up and drove all the way back to the first camp which was by the ranger station after staying there over night we continued our trip ,but a few weeks later it was on the news that there had been a huge drug bust (weed) a bit further on from where we had first set up ,it was in the scrub.
    Moral of the story is yes trust your own instincts

    • @suelandolt6840
      @suelandolt6840 10 місяців тому

      That is the rule we live by! If something doesn’t feel right then move on! Safe travels guys!

  • @emmalouise9713
    @emmalouise9713 10 місяців тому +2

    Ive heard of a family camping on the beach came back to their patriot style camper and someone had stolen all their water having showers 😬
    We were camping at fraser island and we all went out for a day trip bar two in the group. And some guy with an empty ute drove into the camp. He said he was looking for his mates 🙄 empty ute and all 🤔

    • @suelandolt6840
      @suelandolt6840 10 місяців тому +1

      Omg this was the weirdest thing I have heard someone having showers at your trailer while you are away! Thanks for sharing!

  • @debbieharry-clarke2918
    @debbieharry-clarke2918 10 місяців тому

    You can cover all your camera gear, computers etc itemised under your insurance for theft and or damage.

  • @tomz7867
    @tomz7867 10 місяців тому +1

    I timely subject, well presented.
    Saturday 24th June 2023, at the Kimberley Entrance Caravan Park. An old couple (my age) two sites down from us had their 100 Series Land Cruiser stolen. The thieves broke into their T van while they were asleep, stole the man's wallet, his car keys and his wife's handbag. A lot more than I've listed was stolen but I don't see the point in listing everything. The thieves then quietly managed to steal the vehicle. No-one heard a thing. I certainly didn't and I'm a notoriously light sleeper. You can use your own imagination as to who the likely perpetrators were. This brazen act obviously ruined the couple's trip, not to mention their retirement plans in general. I don't know if they managed to get their vehicle back as we left that morning, feeling relieved we were leaving Derby.

    • @suelandolt6840
      @suelandolt6840 10 місяців тому +1

      Wow I can not believe this! This is absolutely crazy! It is a terrible feeling thinking someone walked around you while you sleep! That poor couple must have been devastated when they lost their vehicle. It absolutely would have ruined their travel experience 😢

  • @colinpalin2730
    @colinpalin2730 10 місяців тому +1

    We have been lucky as we stay wherever we like so far the only time we had anything stolen we were in a caravan park

    • @suelandolt6840
      @suelandolt6840 10 місяців тому +1

      Yes agreed same happened to us! Happened in a caravan park.

  • @emmalouise9713
    @emmalouise9713 10 місяців тому +7

    The title of the episode said robbed, and then i saw the clock was missing... not the clock!! 😵 Damn robbers will thieve anything these days!
    (Joke)

    • @suelandolt6840
      @suelandolt6840 10 місяців тому +1

      😂😂😂 this has given me a good giggle!

  • @erolmunur5879
    @erolmunur5879 10 місяців тому

    Thanks for a great video, yes unfortunately you have to be cautious when camping.
    Where’s the clock???

    • @suelandolt6840
      @suelandolt6840 10 місяців тому

      Thanks guys, agree. Clock fell off the wall! 😊

  • @Living_the_dream_with_JS
    @Living_the_dream_with_JS 10 місяців тому

    Keep your keys in a drawer or somewhere safe other than on a hanger beside the door we had our neighbours dmax stolen when staying just outside Mt isa.
    They were also brazen enough to try and come back the next night to steal our y62 using the dmax as the drop off vehicle. We spooked them by setting off our car alarm while they were trying to get into our caravan.
    We ended up having half the van park chasing them off.
    Scary feeling when someone is trying to get through your front door while you are on the other side.

    • @suelandolt6840
      @suelandolt6840 10 місяців тому

      Oh wow guys so sorry to hear about that. What an awful experience. It is horrible to have someone invading your private space and stealing what you have worked hard for. So glad they didn’t get away with the Y62, stay safe!

  • @biglap.australia
    @biglap.australia 10 місяців тому +1

    Caravan parks are definitely a target over free camps because they have time to scope caravan parks and prepare. We were in Kalgoorlie and these kids came at night with two ladders! One to get over the fence and another to climb back. They went through one guys site like they were shopping at Bunnings. Why did they pick this one van? Because he left stuff outside everywhere.
    Here’s a tip….I always lock our A frame chains to our trailer mate jack with a massive lock. I’ve heard people had their trailer a mates stolen in the CP.

    • @suelandolt6840
      @suelandolt6840 10 місяців тому +2

      Thanks so much. Wow can’t believe it! That is such a good idea about the chains!!thank you this is super helpful!

    • @biglap.australia
      @biglap.australia 10 місяців тому

      @@suelandolt6840 locking the trailer mate or jockey wheel also makes it a pain the arse to steel the caravan.

  • @nograndplan
    @nograndplan 10 місяців тому +1

    I moved on a couple nights ago. That gut feeling was scary.

    • @suelandolt6840
      @suelandolt6840 10 місяців тому +1

      Best thing to do! Always trust your gut! Safe travels!

  • @dallisbird7835
    @dallisbird7835 10 місяців тому

    Loyalty Beach is known for it, and they are quiet n so sneaky!

  • @justinekendall7262
    @justinekendall7262 10 місяців тому +1

    Loved the vid, first question, who stole your clock? 😅😅

    • @suelandolt6840
      @suelandolt6840 10 місяців тому +2

      😂😂😂 too good, what a good giggle!

  • @aRVeesBlog
    @aRVeesBlog 10 місяців тому

    wow very unexpected experience friend

  • @allanalert
    @allanalert 10 місяців тому +3

    Where is the clock?
    Really robbed? Lowlifes everywhere. Hope you haven’t lost to much. All the best wishes go with you.

    • @suelandolt6840
      @suelandolt6840 10 місяців тому

      Thanks so much really appreciate it!

  • @virgo2688
    @virgo2688 10 місяців тому

    Hey Sue. Slightly off topic, but I just have to ask you about your hats! I love them and have been admiring them forever. ❤ Can you tell me what they are and where you got them from? A sneaky discount code would be a bonus too 😉

  • @coastlivingwater
    @coastlivingwater 10 місяців тому +2

    Hi Guys. I watch your videos every week. Thanks for providing the content. I noticed your clock wasn't on the wall, did someone make off with it? LOL. Cheers and safe travels. Pm

    • @suelandolt6840
      @suelandolt6840 10 місяців тому +3

      😂😂😂 the old clock finally fell off the wall! Going to put it back up though… maybe upside down 😂

    • @marktulaexploringoz
      @marktulaexploringoz 10 місяців тому

      Put it up with commander tape that way can change it to keep everyone on their toes

  • @ozdog822
    @ozdog822 10 місяців тому +1

    I leave my camping chair out as my red cattle dog sleeps on it..goodluck taking it or getting within 10mt of my set up..
    Even if his inside no chance! He'll let me know everytime ..
    Goodluck😂

  • @our.australia.trip.
    @our.australia.trip. 10 місяців тому +1

    Ssuch a hard lesson guys & sucks that it happened to you. Silver linings though cause how good is that a74 😉

    • @suelandolt6840
      @suelandolt6840 10 місяців тому

      Thanks guys 100% was an awful experience and lesson learnt!!

  • @terrysmith1307
    @terrysmith1307 10 місяців тому +1

    Touch wood we have been very lucky lost nothing whilst on the road and been very slack about security that will change now ,sitting at one of your fave places Perlubie Beach wind blowing getting sand blasted outside only 21 sites available now so will be a battle come Xmas the allocated sites are 27 mtrs wide huge dont know if can park more than one van on each site

    • @suelandolt6840
      @suelandolt6840 10 місяців тому +1

      Oh wow Perlubie is great but yes you do get blasted every midday and arvo! Good days are far between but when it’s good it’s good! Glad you haven’t had a bad experience.

  • @stewartclark1847
    @stewartclark1847 10 місяців тому +1

    I always say, locking your gear stops the honest people. There are some scumbags around. We have friends borrowed camping gear (not ours)to out and try camping, some scumbag stole everything but the tent.

    • @suelandolt6840
      @suelandolt6840 10 місяців тому +1

      Oh no! People can be hideous creatures!

  • @sachamason3442
    @sachamason3442 10 місяців тому

    Ours was our fishing mad child new rods from directly under our bed window at a well know park. Totally gutted he was.

  • @davidcowan6222
    @davidcowan6222 10 місяців тому +2

    Haha yes did you notice your clock has been stolen 😂

  • @lucysoutdoors
    @lucysoutdoors 10 місяців тому +2

    Holy Hell the clock missing

    • @suelandolt6840
      @suelandolt6840 10 місяців тому +1

      😂😂😂 omg I have been laughing all night!

  • @helenverrall2892
    @helenverrall2892 10 місяців тому +1

    What filter system do you use when filling your tanks at all the different places you stay at?

    • @suelandolt6840
      @suelandolt6840 10 місяців тому +2

      Hi we only have the filter on the tap inside the van but there are a couple of good online filters on the market. We haven’t ever used one to be honest.

  • @glennt3080
    @glennt3080 10 місяців тому +1

    Hi sorry to hear about this BUT - as an ex security officer i can tell you if you don't have your expensive items locked away "securely" then eventually something will walk, if you leave expensive items on display (such as a GoPro on the dash) then it takes less than 30seconds to have it swiped. Don't be over cautious - ask yourself if it was taken can you afford to replace it? if the answer is no then put it inside with you while you sleep ! As for the van there are items on the market that can make your hitch safe etc... yes they may be expensive but hey again go back to my question. It is unfortunate but there are thieves out there everywhere DON'T take your SAFETY or your assets Safety for granted and YES your gut feeling is your 1st line of defence..... Lock it up - Lock it up - Lock it up ! and get a dog that barks ha ha ha ... good luck you two.

  • @carl.colleen.rover.adventures
    @carl.colleen.rover.adventures 10 місяців тому

    I thought you were going to say someone stole your clock 🤣

  • @kiaorable
    @kiaorable 9 місяців тому

    Hey guys it is getting very concerning alright, sorry to hear you lost so much camera gear, not good. And they get away with it as it’s very hard to catch them and they know it. Take care.

  • @user-wl1yr6zw3w
    @user-wl1yr6zw3w 10 місяців тому

    Hopefully there is an item or two with a G.P.S signal. Apple air tags people.

  • @filthyoffroadadventures
    @filthyoffroadadventures 10 місяців тому +1

    Oh what a horrible feeling that would've been when you saw your gear on the ground.

    • @suelandolt6840
      @suelandolt6840 10 місяців тому +1

      100% our hearts just dropped but fortunately “things” are replaceable and we are all safe!

  • @JustOneKnight
    @JustOneKnight 10 місяців тому

    👍😊

  • @TonyTony-rd4rj
    @TonyTony-rd4rj 8 місяців тому

    Fir Gps trackung to your van and a alarm to your car.

  • @donnamerigan469
    @donnamerigan469 10 місяців тому +1

    I understand that insurance on Vans do not cover contents. Do you have insurance elsewhere for your stuff?

    • @suelandolt6840
      @suelandolt6840 10 місяців тому +2

      Yes you can insure your items by specifying them. Pretty expensive to do so!

  • @stephenburford54
    @stephenburford54 10 місяців тому +2

    It makes me so angry and sad that these sort of &%$holes exist, it would be nice to be able to trust humanity but it seems to no longer exist. Vandals, thieves, etc. with no conscience as to what it does to those affected. Thanks for the tips guys just a real pity we even need them.

    • @suelandolt6840
      @suelandolt6840 10 місяців тому

      Thanks so much, yes agree it is a real pity!

  • @andrewbrown596
    @andrewbrown596 10 місяців тому

    Never had this problem of theft during the Bush Tucker man’s day.

  • @sea.nest.
    @sea.nest. 10 місяців тому +1

    I wonder if many mukmats have been pinched. I’ve wanted to get one but I am worried it might grow legs

    • @suelandolt6840
      @suelandolt6840 10 місяців тому +2

      😂😂😂 yes indeed!! In general you should be fine, just pop it in the van when you go out!

  • @man.i.literally.failed6772
    @man.i.literally.failed6772 9 місяців тому

    The guy who got his car stolen on the great ocean road LEFT HIS KEYS IN THE CAR

  • @4x4smile
    @4x4smile 10 місяців тому +1

    In reality condidering you are on the road full time thats a pretty low incident level. Issues around alice springs is known. For me i go for $10 chairs so not fussed if they walk. That said im at spear creek tonight and just put my $100 shimano fishing shoes inside. Always keep my drone etc in the van hidden away. In reality the incident rate is pretty low in aus. It is really just being smart with where you stay. Would i free camp in a major town, probably not but 100km away a little town with 200 people no problems. Pitty about the clock. Time is precious.

    • @suelandolt6840
      @suelandolt6840 10 місяців тому +2

      100% agree with everything you have said. It’s just about being cautious and smart. 3.5 years on the road we ah e been lucky! Thanks for your comment and have a great week!

  • @pandadundee6430
    @pandadundee6430 10 місяців тому

    Where's the clock ⏰️ 🤔 - was the first thing i looked for! 😅

    • @suelandolt6840
      @suelandolt6840 10 місяців тому +1

      😂 fell off with the corrugations

    • @pandadundee6430
      @pandadundee6430 10 місяців тому

      @@suelandolt6840 im assuming it didn't survive?

  • @lionelbekker3590
    @lionelbekker3590 10 місяців тому +1

    Hey guys, my business didn’t sell, I am stuck in nz for a bit longer, I am in Gods hands. His time is perfect-

    • @suelandolt6840
      @suelandolt6840 10 місяців тому +1

      Oh no Lionel. Fingers crossed! It will all work out!

  • @johnmartin-sg7cv
    @johnmartin-sg7cv 10 місяців тому +1

    Did they steal the clock? 😯😯

    • @suelandolt6840
      @suelandolt6840 10 місяців тому +1

      😂😂😂 yes we didn’t even think of this when it fell off the wall but gave us such a good giggle!

  • @nielsmit9835
    @nielsmit9835 10 місяців тому +1

    Welcome to 'Africa' (lawleness, entitled and WOKE)!
    We live with it everyday since The New South Africa in 94, and the whole World forced us there!

  • @man.i.literally.failed6772
    @man.i.literally.failed6772 9 місяців тому

    defiantly dark tint your windows on your car

  • @morepawstravels
    @morepawstravels 10 місяців тому +5

    But… the clock is gone?
    Was *it* stolen?
    We need to know the complete story guys…

    • @suelandolt6840
      @suelandolt6840 10 місяців тому +2

      😂😂😂 yes very telling! We fortunately haven’t lost the clock! Fell off the wall eventually with all the corrugations 😊

  • @hawks_hammers2858
    @hawks_hammers2858 10 місяців тому +1

    clock !!!!!