Stopped for a While

Join us for a true-blue Aussie yarn in this episode, where Mark, Lorren, and James stumble into The Peaceful Place by pure chance—and reckon it’s the best detour they’ve ever made! From Rob’s noisy renos to surprise run-ins with old mates and a Porsche towing a 22-foot van (yeah, you read that right), it’s a classic mix of laughs, stories, and that unbeatable Aussie community spirit. Whether you’r...

They dated in their 20s, drifted apart, and ended up on opposite sides of the world — one in Australia, one in the USA. Then a single Facebook message changed everything. Now Sarah and Simon, aka "Team Sassy," are newly retired, freshly hitched, and just weeks into life on the road with their two Shepherd-Staffy dogs in tow. But retirement hasn't exactly gone to plan. There's a r...

What do a 12-year-old grade driver, a head-on collision at 110km/h, a manufacturing jeweller, and a restored 1985 Viscount caravan all have in common? They're all chapters in Greg's extraordinary life. In this episode, Greg and his wife Christine pull up at the Peaceful Place on the Fraser Coast and share a story that covers just about everything — a childhood in North Turramurra with dair...

In this episode of Stopped for a While , we meet Gary — a Tasmanian-born adventurer who's never been short of a story or a new direction in life. After school, Gary tried his hand at a few things before finding his feet in a career that took him across the world. One thing led to another, and somewhere along the way, he ended up living the kind of life most people only dream about — including...

This week at the peaceful place on the Fraser Coast, Barry confesses to almost letting the van go up in flames — all because he wouldn't listen to his better half. Meanwhile, Barra Bob has been quietly running a fishing masterclass for anyone who'd take him up on it, releasing a near metre-long barramundi full of eggs back into the river, and setting crab pots with the kids at sundown. But...

At the “peaceful place” on Queensland’s Fraser Coast, David and Michelle arrive from the Gold Coast for a five-to-six-week caravan stay focused on fishing, relaxing, and returning again next year. David shares his life story, from being born in High Wycombe, England, and migrating to Australia in 1955, through a long career spanning accounting and fleet car sales across Sydney, Port Macquarie, Too...

From Accounting Offers to a Holden Dealership: David’s Unexpected PathDavid shares how he applied for five accounting jobs in Sydney and landed four offers, but missed out on his dream role at Qantas—placing fourth among 2,600 applicants when only two were hired. After a friend invited him into the “car game,” David made a surprise pivot into selling cars at a Holden dealership where his friend wa...

At the “peaceful place” on Queensland’s Fraser Coast, Sam and Glen roll in from nearby Hervey Bay for a regular mini break, swapping camp yarns as the park buzzes with boat-ramp chatter and a crowd-pleasing boat-and-tinny launch setup. Glen, a retired tradesman with a life of mechanical, aviation, marine and major infrastructure work behind him, tours for blues music from Chicago to New Orleans. S...

Glen, a retired tradesman with a life of mechanical, aviation, marine, and major infrastructure work behind him, and his wife, Sam, an artist and art therapy practitioner. The cover art here is one of Sam's paintings exclusively for Stopped for a While

After a long Queensland drive into “The Peaceful Place” on the Fraser Coast, Dave talked about coming to the Peaceful Place over 65 years ago, who first visited the spot as a child 67 years ago when it was only a handful of fishing shacks, and who has since travelled widely, including to Perth, Cairns, and up to the Cape by cargo boat. He recalls stops at Nullarbor Roadhouse, costly fuel, shower t...

Dave talked about coming to the Peaceful Place over 65 years ago, who first visited the spot as a child 67 years ago when it was only a handful of fishing shacks, and who has since travelled widely, including to Perth, Cairns, and up to the Cape by cargo boat, and more stories

At the Peaceful Place on Queensland’s Fraser Coast, travellers swap long yarns at that magic hour once tents are up and drinks are cold. A brief police visit to the park sparks rumours, and neighbours keep talking. A departing guest, Michelle, leaves Barry a note after missed meet-ups Renzo, waiting at the park while his over-50s lifestyle resort home is built, celebrates getting his keys and shar...

Join us next week on 'Stopped for a While' as we delve into Renzo's remarkable journey from a life of farming to embracing the freedom of an RV lifestyle. Discover how this Italian-born wanderer found solace and adventure on the quiet roads of Queensland, and hear all about his uniquely customised motorhome and the delightful detours that shaped his story.

Join us next week on 'Stopped for a While' as I delve into Renzo's remarkable journey from a life of farming to embracing the freedom of an RV lifestyle. Discover how this Italian-born wanderer found solace and adventure on the quiet roads of Queensland, and hear all about his uniquely customised motorhome and the delightful detours that shaped his story.

At Serenity Caravan Park on Queensland’s Fraser Coast, the show celebrates the “Peaceful place” where travellers swap long yarns, share laughs, and lend a hand. Rob, the park owner, goes above and beyond—towing in a future guest, scrubbing a mate’s van for sale in the middle of the park, and helping broker a swap where a former guest buys the van and the seller ends up buying her camper. The park...

Brian’s Big Build & Bigger Community Spirit | Stop for a While (Fraser Coast) Thats the next episode, released March 4th 2026

Buckle up for a wild ride in Ep. 7 of 'Stopped for a While'! 🚐 Dive into heartwarming tales of adventure, unexpected friendships, and even a key mishap on the Barrier Reef! 🌊 Listen now to laugh and reflect on life's journey. #StoppedForAWhile #Podcast #australiatravel #visitqueensland

Episode to be published on Wednesday Feb 18th about Barney's encounter with a travelling Gynocologist.

🚙💨 From quirky road trip stories to business success, Episode 6 of "Stopped for a While" dives into Rohan's adventures. Discover how a twist of fate on the Pacific Motorway turned into a tale worth sharing. Tune in to hear how wanderlust meets resilience! 🌟🎧 #RohanOnTheRoad #CaravanChronicles

Welcome to the Peaceful Place, a tranquil hideaway on the Queensland coast where relaxing and storytelling go hand in hand. In this episode, we delve into the unique tales of wanderers and the travellers that pass through. Our special guest, Don, shares his fascinating personal journey—from his roots in the Torres Strait and Cairns to his life of concreting and the adventures that led him here. Li...

In this episode, we meet Bernie, who escaped the chaos of a big family for a relaxing time at a small caravan park in Queensland, known as the Peaceful Place. Bernie shares her experiences with fostering, her love for the outdoors, and some thrilling moments on the road—including a wheel mishap that changed her travel plans. Discover the magic of storytelling and the serene life at the Peaceful Pl...

From garden centres to landscape gardening. When a casual holiday to the Fraser Coast completed a long-time dream, and the journey along the way.

In this episode, you’ll hear about: Park Growing Pains: The Art of the Reverse: Life on the Reef: Marie’s 30-year career in marine biology and how she now bridges the gap between government policy and First Nations' sea country programs.

We don’t often stop because we want to — usually it’s because something makes us. In this episode, Clint talks about what happens in that unexpected pause: when momentum fades, noise drops away, and you’re left with yourself. It’s not a lesson, and it’s not a fix. Just a few honest reflections from someone who’s stopped long enough to notice what quietly changes when you do.