Guides & Resources
Practical guides on dump points, waste management, and keeping Australia clean on the road.
Practical guides covering everything from your first dump point to the rules that vary state to state - written from firsthand experience on the road, and updated as equipment and regulations change.
Caravan Dump Points in Australia
An overview of the dump point network across Australia, how to find them, and what to expect.
Read guideHow to Use a Dump Point
Step-by-step instructions for emptying your cassette toilet or black water tank cleanly and safely.
Read guideGrey Water vs Black Water
Understanding caravan wastewater types and the state-by-state rules for disposing of them.
Read guideWhat to Pack in Your Dump Kit
Hoses, fittings, gloves and chemicals - the essential gear you need to carry.
Read guideDump Point Etiquette
How to use dump points considerately and help keep sites open for the caravanning community.
Read guideWhat is an MLAK Key?
What the MLAK badge on a listing means, how the Master Locksmith Access Key system works for accessible toilets, and how to get one.
Read guideDump Points with Drinking Water
How to identify potable water, separate your hoses, and avoid cross-contamination.
Read guideCouncil vs Caravan Park Dump Points
Understanding the differences in access, fees, and rules between public and private facilities.
Read guideTravelling with a Composting Toilet
The rules around emptying composting toilets on the road and whether you can use dump points.
Read guideDump Points at Showgrounds
Navigating access times, camping requirements, and caretaker rules at regional showgrounds.
Read guideHow to Maintain and Clean a Toilet Cassette
Step-by-step care for cleaning, descaling, and lubricating seals to prevent odours and leaks.
Read guideSelf-Containment Certification and Rules
What toilet, water, and waste tank standards mean for freedom camping and council sites in Australia.
Read guideChoosing the Right Toilet System
Cassette, fixed tank, composting or porta-potti - a practical comparison to help you choose.
Read guideTank Treatments and Chemicals Compared
What tank chemicals actually do, and how to choose between enzyme, chemical and eco-friendly options.
Read guideWhat to Do When There's No Dump Point Nearby
Practical, legal options when your tank is full and the nearest dump point is still hours away.
Read guideFixing a Stuck or Jammed Cassette Toilet
Troubleshooting steps for a stuck cassette, jammed blade, or spout that won't open.
Read guideCommon Dump Point Odours and How to Fix Them
What causes persistent smells around a cassette or tank, and practical ways to fix them.
Read guideFree Camping and Overnight Stay Rules
Where you can actually stay overnight for free across Australia, from rest areas to national parks.
Read guidePlanning Water and Waste for a Big Lap
Capacity planning for long remote legs, so you never end up caught out between dump points.
Read guideIs My Caravan Self-Contained? A DIY Checklist
A practical, room-by-room checklist to see where your rig stands before you rely on it at a self-contained-only site.
Read guideUnderstanding Dump Point Signage and Symbols
What the blue dump point sign means, and what other symbols you'll see on the road.
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