Now in its fourth edition, Camping around Australia has become the go-to guide for all recreational campers. With over 3200 campsites included across the country, particularly highlighting campsites in national parks and other green areas, the problem isn't finding somewhere to camp - it's deciding which one to choose. Basically the only thing the book doesn't do is set up your tent for you! All of the information has been checked and updated by a team of researchers, including all campsite symbols such as free camping and dog-friendly campsites. We've also included a new symbol for wifi access and note which phone companies you will be most likely to get reception with. So whether you're an urbanite wanting to get back to nature, a family wanting to spend quality time outdoors, backpackers wanting to see the real country or roadtrippers looking for budget accommodation, there's no better guide for navigating Australia's campsites.

Whether you want to take the family for a low-cost, stress-free campsite break and are not sure where to start, or you long to disappear into the wilderness to sleep under the stars and get closer to nature, this practical guide contains everything you need to know. From comfort camping to backpacking bliss, it is packed with sensible advice and crafty tips. Find out how to choose the perfect tent or shelter, sleeping bag, rucksack, stove system or pitching spot, and discover ways to entertain the kids, what to cook and how to make certain your drinking water is safe. Create holiday memories the whole family will remember for the right reasons, wild camp without breaking the rules or harming the environment, embark on lightweight backpacking adventures, or go exploring by bike, boat or paddleboard. No matter what form your camping dreams take, this book will equip you with the knowledge and confidence to make them a reality.

How to get sparks back in your life and keep them burning. The blaze of a log fire on a cold night speaks to the heart in a way no other flame can. It has character and ever-changing form; it has vibrant colour and a balletic movement. Indeed, it was the flame that transformed the way life was lived on earth, but now that primary driver of evolution finds itself being extinguished in a modern world of microwaves, induction hobs and central heating. Gradually the flames are going out, as houses are now built without fireplaces, bonfires are banned, and schoolchildren are forbidden to use the Bunsen burner. But the sight of a flame remains as evocative as ever. Playing with Fire wants to inspire, and teach, looking at the history of fire and showing the wonders that the burning flame can conjure.