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Have a first-aid kit handy and a few essentials like a torch, jumper cables and some spare ‘occy straps’ (octopus straps). You never know when they’ll save the day.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIf you can, avoid driving at night and be aware of any routes that are likely to have livestock on the road. Be mindful that wildlife like kangaroos and wallabies are often more active at sunrise and sunset.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPlot your route\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EPlan your route with time for plenty of stops along the way. This not only helps \u003Cb\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https://www.transport.nsw.gov.au/roadsafety/topics-tips/fatigue\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eavoid driver fatigue\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/b\u003E (you should stop every two hours) but gives the kids a chance to have a run around before the next leg. Roadside rest stops are fine, but parks are better. 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