24th April 2014. Anzac Day Forum Post and Legacy Article; Your Recipes Update; 15% Off Easter Sale - Still On; Long Weekend Travel Tips & Alerts.
On Anzac Day we give recognition to past & present servicemen. Our Anzac Legacy article outlines Australia's involvement in war, including the Gallipoli campaign, and discusses Anzac Day celebrations in modern-day Australia. It also contains many shared poems, quotes, and interesting links.
If you'd like to discuss Anzac issues on ExplorOz, please feel welcome to add to the existing Anzac Day sticky thread in the ExplorOz Forum.
Easter Treats & Anzac Cookies?
Long weekends are a great time for cooking (and eating), whether you're out camping or at home, so don't forget to share your recipes by posting them to our Recipes section (with or without photos).
Anyone got the recipe for a fail-proof perfect Anzac cookie?
Over the Easter and Anzac Day periods we are offering a massive 15% off ALL Maps and Books in the ExplorOz Online Shop.
Use the promo code: easter2014 in your shopping cart and this discount will be applied to your order.
This code is only valid until midnight 28/4/14 so don't miss out!
Email details to updates@eotopo.com for inclusion in a future release.
Driver Fatigue - When taking a short trip, such as over a long weekend, it is tempting to drive for long stretches to reach your destination as fast as possible. Don't forget about the impact of Driver Fatigue. See the linked article for simple, practical tips that are proven facts, not myths.
NT Parks - As yet no opening date has been given for the re-opening of the NT Parks; which were closed for the duration of the wet season. The expected date is still sometime in May 2014.
The ExplorOz Road Conditions Report is updated from official sources at least once a week. You can also contribute feedback, please share your observations by adding a comment in the applicable section by road name.