We certainly live in the lucky country. We have access to a wonderful RVing lifestyle,

and the big open freeways and endless natural wonders around the country are enough to keep any traveller busy for years. It’s no wonder there are so many RV manufacturers offering high quality RVs ready to take you on your adventures. Roadstar Caravans is one such manufacturer. It is proudly 100%

Australian owned and uses local manu-facturers for most of its components.

Working out of Coolaroo on the out-skirts of Melbourne, Ken Nizam and his dedicated team produce a range of cara-vans for the Australian market. Operat-ing for over 21 years, Roadstar employs a fi ve-star approach to quality manufac-turing and control, ensuring caravans continually meet its high standards.

The Daintree is one model in the exclusive line up that also includes the Limited Edition and the Safari Tamer. It

offers a high level of fi t and fi nish that will ensure the whole family can travel the country in comfort. A key element of the Daintree is its fl exibility – it is available in single-axle or dual-axle specifi cation and with numerous layouts that cater to single travellers or families alike. The model of this review, the triple bunk family edition, caters for larger families that are looking for the luxuries of a fully optioned caravan while still having enough room for eve-ryone to have their own space.

With room and RV usability in mind, the Daintree is an RV for the growing family

AdventuresFAMILY

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EXTERNAL FEATURES

To accommodate the bunk beds, Roadstar has created two separate wet areas – one houses the shower and the other is home to the toilet. Not only does this save space and allow for the bunk beds, but it also means that both facilities can be in use at once.

The Daintree can be optioned with a 6in A-frame extension that lifts the van further and provides additional clearance, should the tar turn to dirt.

The triple-bunk model is a perfect travelling solution for families. There is enough room for the parents to have their own bed while the kids get the triple bunks. The timber cabinetry continues from the kitchen throughout, and a washing machine mounts neatly at the base of a cupboard, ready to take on the kids’ clothes after a day in the dirt.

The master bed provides plenty of room and includes an inner spring mattress. The cabinetry around the bed head makes effective use of the available space and provides a suitable storage area for clothes and other travel items, while reading lights are mounted on the inner walls of the cabinets and there are numerous windows in place to ensure plenty of natural light. When you’ve had enough light, venetian blinds help to keep things covered.

FRAME CONSTRUCTION: Timber frame, RHS box steel chassisINSULATION: Polyester walls, insulated roofWATER TANKS: Two 95L WHEELS: 15in alloy wheels, all-terrain tyresAWNING: 19ft 8500 A&E awningBOOT(S): Front galvanised and lined bootGAS CYLINDER SIZE/S: Two 9kg gas cylindersHOT WATER: Suburban gas/electric systemELECTRICAL SYSTEM: 97AH Delco deep cycle battery, 25A c-tec charger, wired for solar panelsGENERATOR: No

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The kitchenette provides everything you need to prepare meals that will keep the whole family happy. A microwave and cook top mean it won’t take too long either. A stainless steel sink is standard as is a mixer tap and drinking water fi lter tap, for fast and easy access to water.

FRIDGE: Dometic three-way 4601 148L fridgeSINK: Stainless steelCOOKING EQUIPMENT: Swift fan-forced oven, three gas burners and one electric elementHEATING/COOLING: Ibis roof air conditioner/heaterENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM: 19in LED Teco television, Pioneer CD/DVD playerLIGHTING: Round fluoro ceiling lights and LED down lights.SMOKE ALARMS: YesCABINETRY: Polyester decorative plywoodLOUNGE: L-shape dinette SLEEPING CONFIGURATION: Queen bed and three bunksBERTHS: Five MAIN BED: Queen PRIVACY SCREENS: YesBATHROOM CONFIGURATION: Separate shower and toilet roomPRIVACY DOOR: Yes – shower room to dining roomTOILET: YesSHOWER HEAD: Stainless steel, movable

The Dometic fridge is built into the cabinetry and offers enough room to store food for even the biggest fami-lies. Separate compartments keep the fridge and freezer areas separate and large drawers above and below are suitable for storing bulky items such as pots and pans.

The internals of the caravan are well appointed. The timber fi nish creates a warm feel and the overhead cupboards are secured at an angle to create maximum storage space. The L-shape dining area provides extra space for the kids and the television is sure to keep them entertained. The television picks up a clear signal via a Wineguard antenna.

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MAKE/MODEL: Roadstar DaintreeEXTERNAL BODY LENGTH: 24ftEXTERNAL WIDTH: 8ftEXTERNAL HEIGHT: 9ft 9in to top of air conditioning unit

TECHNICAL SPECS

If you like the look of the Daintree, contact Roadstar4-6 Lisa Place, Coolaroo, VIC 3048PH: 1300 762 378 or (03) 9301 8700FAX: (03) 9302 3722WEB: www.roadstar.com.auEMAIL: sales@roadstar.com.au

FOR MORE INFORMATION

• TRIPLE BUNK DESIGN• TANK LEVEL INDICATOR AND ILLUMINATED EXTERIOR GRAB HANDLE• EXTERNAL SLIDE OUT BBQ• AUSTRALIAN MADE • DUAL TELEVISIONS – ONE IN THE KITCHEN AND ONE IN THE MASTER BEDROOM

UNIQUE SELLING POINTS

The slide out external kitchen comes standard on the triple bunk model. This is a practical way to keep the family fed while enjoying the great outdoors. It is constructed from heavy duty stainless steel and includes a sink and grill ready for those hot summer nights. An exter-nal tap on the A-frame also helps if you need fast access to water while cooking.

1. Master bed2. Bedside cupboards3. Kitchenette4. Fridge5. Dining area

6. Triple bunk beds7. Washing machine8. Toilet/vanity9. Shower

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The undercarriage of the Daintree presents neatly. Seven-leaf springs are strong enough to take the load of the van with ease and the plumbing and wiring is well placed, neat and out of the way. The water tank mounts centrally for effective weight distribution and is galvanised to prevent rust or damage.

The front boot of the van has plenty of room to store games and body boards for the kids. The battery mounts in a watertight storage box and a fuse box is mounted on the in-ternal rear wall. The boot is lined with galvanised plate which helps keep your gear secure and dual gas bottles mount on the A-frame at the front.

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