Alice Springs is the best place to winter. The sun shines gloriously all day and while it is cold at night it is a dry cold - quite invigorating. But the best thing about the Alice is the opportunity to work. There are loads of jobs here and the rate of pay is very good. Excellent if you are from NZ as no work permit is required. Go Kiwis.

G'day, it's such a pity that most visitors to Australia only ever see the coastal cities, Great Barrier Reef and Ayers Rock. There is so much more to experience. Take a look at this trip report, as written by the participants on an East-West Crossing of the continent: http://www.redcentre.com.au/4x4/EWX2001-Journal Enjoy, Mike