With the Easter long weekend right around the corner, you’re probably deep in your group chats thinking about where you can get away too with those extra days off. One of the best parts about living in Australia is that just beyond the outskirts of your home lies a vast expanse of natural diversity that is just waiting to be explored.
Whether you’re rounding up your mates for a quick getaway or taking the family on a much-needed break, a long weekend road trip is really a one-size-fits-all solution. But, it’s important to stock up on everything you need to before hitting the road. You’ve got your first aid kit, you’ve got your portable speaker and you’ve got your cooler. But what about your car battery? If your battery dies while on the open road, you’ll be begging yourself to be back at work.
Thankfully at Battery World, they have a wide range of batteries for all your road trip needs, but look no further than Yuasa batteries — most of which are Australian-made. No matter if you’re taking your ol’ reliable car, testing out the 4x4 finally, going solo on your motorbike or even ditching the road entirely and going by sea, Yuasa batteries have you covered —exclusively available at Battery World.
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But, before heading on your Easter Adventure, make sure to stop in to your local Battery World store and get your battery tested so it's ready for the journey. To help with your planning, here are some of the best road trips you can squeeze into your long weekend nationwide.
The Great Ocean Road
It might be called the Great Ocean Road, but ‘great’ almost undersells it. A road trip must-do for not only Australia but the world over, strap in for an unforgettable coastal adventure along Victoria's stunning coastline. Spanning 243 kilometres from Torquay to Allansford, this trip is perfect for squeezing into just a few days. You can cruise past iconic surf spots, stop in awe at the Twelve Apostles, and soak up the laid-back vibes of gorgeous towns like Lorne and Apollo Bay. With jaw-dropping scenery at every turn, this road trip is a must-do Aussie experience.
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The Great Ocean Road is also easily accessible by a myriad of campsites. The perfect place to pull over and spend a night looking at the stars. But if you still want to keep connected, Battery World has you covered at your campsite too. Whether for a caravan or just to power some creature comforts in your tent.
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The Gold Coast is so much more than white sand beaches and coastal bliss (though they’re great too). You can head into the lush hinterland region and see a new side to the GC that you might never have known existed.
Explore the quaint villages of Tamborine Mountain, Springbrook, and Lamington National Park. On your way, you can see stunning waterfalls and breathtaking lookouts, before parking up the car and enjoying activities like bushwalking, wine tasting, and exploring local art galleries.
The Flinders Ranges
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If you’re looking for a road trip with a little more guts that you can really test the tools on, The Flinders Ranges in South Australia is your destination. Heading north from Adelaide for about 5-6 hours, this rugged, sunburnt terrain is a thing of marvel.
Explore the craggy landscapes of Wilpena Pound, hike to stunning lookout points, and take in ancient First Nations rock art sites. If you’re bringing your 4X4, and you’ve got some experience and confidence, don’t miss the 4X4 tracks in the region, such as the Brachina Gorge Geological Trail or the Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary.
4X4 can be exhilarating, but that doesn’t mean you have (or should!) to do it without preparation. Yuasa has a range of 4X4 batteries available for purchase, exclusively at Battery World. The NS70LX MF Yuasa Power Series Ultra SUV & 4X4 Battery, for example, is specifically engineered to withstand the outback’s extreme conditions.
Perth to Esperance
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The West Coast sports a wide range of landscapes that are ready for you to explore, but you can keep summer alive by heading from Perth to the southwestern coastal town of Esperance.
Along the way, you can stop at picturesque coastal towns like Albany and Denmark (yep, the town’s real name), known for their stunning beaches and natural beauty. In Esperance, you can explore the pristine beaches of Cape Le Grand National Park, visit the iconic Pink Lake, and discover the beautiful Recherche Archipelago.
Sydney to the Hunter Valley
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If you’re really stuck for time this long weekend, you can take yourself on a quick solo stint — like this one from Sydney to the Hunter Valley and back.
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Just a 2 hour trip from skyscraper-laden Sydney to the vivid, green Hunter Valley, this is one you can do in pretty much any vehicle you have. On your way there, you’ll take in the countryside and picturesque small towns. Once you’re in the region, you can either spend it among nature at one of the many camping spots, or maybe opt for something a little more bougie. We’re talking gourmet cuisines, locally made cheeses and its very famous wineries.
We said virtually any vehicle can get you there, whether it be car, 4WD or even your motorcycle. Battery World stocks plenty of Yuasa batteries for motorcycles that sport long shelf lives and resistance to extreme vibration. This means you can hit the road solo with no worries beyond where to next.
To check out more batteries to help power your Easter adventure, head to your local Battery World store or visit batteryworld.com.au.
Jackson Langford