Big Oz Explorers

14/10/2025

Stage two of the house reno is officially underway! With the painting wrapped up (for now), we’re moving onto the electrical and lighting upgrades.

We’ve gone with Brilliant Smart WiFi Downlights tunable, dimmable, and app-controlled. Which means we can tweak the lighting to suit the time of day or our mood. Every room is getting these new smart downlights, plus new ceiling fans with way better airflow and all new switches and outlets to bring the place up to date.

Being 100% off-grid, every little upgrade helps with power efficiency, and these lights will make a big difference to our overall energy use. On top of that, they’re giving the place a much cleaner, more modern look, and it’s already changing the feel of the house completely.

Bit by bit, it’s coming together!

12/10/2025

🔥 NEW EPISODE 🎉

This episode we hit the bottom half of the Old Telegraph Track, and things get wild fast. From river crossings and rough tracks to a few unexpected breakages, it’s one of those days on the Cape where anything can happen... and it does.

Our Ford Ranger ends up doing something it probably shouldn’t (you’ll get a laugh out of that one), while Sian's Dad’s Patrol cops a few surprises of its own. The obstacles are nothing like our 2020 trip, deeper crossings, rougher exits, and a few new challenges thrown in for good measure.

Jayda’s loving being back on the tracks, Jack takes a little while to warm up, and by the end of the day everyone’s in full adventure mode again. Did we take on Gunshot this time? You’ll have to watch to find out..!

Watch it here 👇🏼

This episode we hit the bottom half of the Old Telegraph Track, and things get wild fast. From river crossings and rough tracks to a few unexpected breakages...

07/10/2025

It’s been a massive few weeks for us behind the scenes and we can finally share why! We’ve bought a new property and have been head down getting it ready for us to move in.

From the moment we got the keys it’s been all systems go. We started by repairing and prepping the walls and roof ready for a fresh coat of paint, next is upgrading all the interior electrical to modern fittings plus on top of that we will be laying a brand new hybrid flooring throughout the house.

Every day brings a new challenge but it’s honestly been such a rewarding process. There’s something pretty special about standing back at the end of the day, covered in paint, sore hands, and seeing the progress we’ve made together.

We’ve taken on every job ourselves, learning as we go, and we’re loving it. There’s still plenty more to come but it’s starting to feel like us already.

Can’t wait to share more details over the next few weeks 🙌🏼

20/09/2025

What a bloody experience 🔥

This year was our very first Mundi Mundi Bash after hearing so many recommendations, and wow, so glad we finally made it.

We grabbed the 3 day early pass and set up camp not far from the main stage, which meant we were right amongst the action from the get go. The energy out there on the red dirt was something else!

We jumped head first into all the iconic events, Big Blue Day and the Mundi Undie Run, all in the name of charity and a good laugh. Add in 4 days of epic music from some incredible artists, and you’ve got the recipe for memories we’ll never forget.

From the people we met to the music, the laughs, and the wide open outback backdrop, Mundi Mundi really is one for the bucket list. Already keen for the next one!

15/09/2025

From gin to moonshine, every drop at Narrow Tracks Distilling in Cairns hit the spot. We worked our way through the tasting paddles, starting with the smooth dry gin and finishing off with their bolder moonshine range. Each one had its own character and it was impossible to pick a favourite.

To top it off, they’ve got the best idea going.. fresh wood-fired pizzas delivered straight to your table inside the distillery. Great drinks, great food and such a welcoming crew make this place a stand-out stop in FNQ.

09/09/2025

Happy Birthday to the best husband and Dad we could ask for! 🎉

From Sian, Jayda, Jack & Bella… we’re so lucky to have you leading all of our adventures and helping create a life full of smiles, memories and plenty of good times. We hope today is as amazing as you are.

Love you loads 💙

08/09/2025

🔥 NEW EPISODE 🔥

We’re into the real Cape York adventure now, the bitumen ends and the red dirt begins!

As we hit the dust, we can’t help but think back to our last trip where things didn’t exactly go to plan. This time we’re tackling it with fresh eyes, and a whole lot more experience under our belts 🤘🏼

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We’re into the real Cape York adventure now, the bitumen ends and the red dirt begins!Our first stop is the famous Hann River Roadhouse, home to what we reck...

07/09/2025

The famous Lions Den Hotel the final stop of our Cape York adventure! If you know, you know… the Den is one of those iconic spots that sticks with you long after you’ve left.

The food never disappoints (big plates, cold beer, what more could you want?) and the atmosphere is just one of a kind. But the real highlight this time was leaving our mark again. Our original number plate and stickers were sadly washed away when Cyclone Jasper tore through, but thanks to Rob Buick and his trusty ladder, we got a little creative. Let’s just say our name is now safely above the high tide line 😉

This place is full of history, character, and stories scrawled across every wall, and now ours is back up there too. The perfect way to wrap up an unforgettable trip north!

Visit Queensland, Tropical North Queensland

04/09/2025

Our little bloke is 6 today! Hard to believe how quick he’s growing up. If you know Jack, you know anything with wheels has his name all over it, so the birthday pressie was a no brainer.

The grin on his face says it all, one stoked kid on his new big boy bike. We’re so bloody proud of him and love how he just takes everything in his stride.