Has anyone else had problems with locals?

Submitted: Sunday, Mar 29, 2009 at 20:51
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Hi - a friend and I are planning a 2-3 week drive from Tom Price to Mount Warning via a the Red Centre in June. Just taking a Turbo Diesel Landcruiser, trailer and tent. We decided on this route as it is far more interesting than the Nullarbor!

However, I have just heard about some pretty scary tales about 'locals' flagging down cars, appearing to have car trouble or simply pulling up alongside your car/caravan if you have stopped overnight, stopping so close to the vehicle to prevent you opening the doors and then smashing the cars windows to gain access to things like fridges, cameras, laptops etc to re-sell later!! I want to have a fun trip and not be terrified of being attacked like this if we stop at a free camp site! Has anyone else heard stories like this? I really hope this is just an isolated case and not a common occurrence in our beautiful outback. I HAVE also heard many GOOD reports about locals being good natured and very helpful.

I hope to hear some GOOD stories! :)
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