Matthew Storer
Travelling Australia full-time in a self-built van, giving life a real crack.
Life On The Road
This isn’t just travel.
It’s what life looks like when you stop waiting for the “right time” and start building something on your own terms.
Living full-time in a self-built campervan has its moments — the good days, the quiet ones, the breakdowns (both mechanical and mental), and everything in between.
This space is where I document that honestly.
Not just the places, but how it actually feels to live this way — and what I've learnt along the road. If you want to see how that plays out day to day — the van, the gear, the places, and the lessons — it’s all here.
If You're New Here:
If you’ve just landed here, these are probably the best places to begin.
My DIY Van Build
This van wasn’t built for weekend trips.
It was built to live in — full-time, on the road.
Every part of it has a purpose.
From the layout to the storage, the electrical setup, and the small details you don’t notice at first, it’s all been shaped by actually living in it day to day.
If you’re curious how it works, why the Fiat Ducato is the best campervan to convert or thinking about building your own — everything is broken down in my full van setup.
My Written Journal
This is where everything slows down a little. The written journal is where I share the longer version of life on the road — real experiences, useful travel advice, and the places that have stayed with me most.
Over time, it’ll grow into a full library of stories, South Australia travel guides, and practical resources built from being out there and doing it properly.
Campervan Build
The real reasons I walked away from comfort, routine and a steady paycheck to live in a van and chase something I couldn’t shake.
Travel Guides
It’s not all sunsets and drone shots. Here’s how it actually feels to spend long stretches of time by yourself, and what I’ve learnt from it.
Product Reviews
It’s not all sunsets and drone shots. Here’s how it actually feels to spend long stretches of time by yourself, and what I’ve learnt from it.
The Gear I Actually Use
Everything I carry has earned its place. From cameras and lenses to van essentials, everyday gear, and the small things that make life on the road easier — this is the setup I actually use, not just what looks good online.
It’s all been tested properly, in real conditions, over time.
My Video Journal
This is where everything comes together — the road, the van, the hikes, the breakdowns, and the small moments that make it all worth it.
Every video is a chapter of the story. Not just the places, but what it actually feels like to live this way.
Yorke Peninsula
Salt air, quiet coastal roads, and early mornings by the ocean. This chapter follows life on the edge of South Australia — camping by the water, chasing sunrises, and slowing things down. It’s van life at its simplest, where the best moments usually happen off camera.
Flinders Ranges
Red dirt, rugged ranges, and big outback skies. This series dives into remote tracks, campfires under the stars, and the raw beauty of the Flinders. It’s about pushing further inland, embracing the isolation, and sharing what life really looks like out here.
Eyre Peninsula
Wild coastlines, long beaches, and plenty of wind. Eyre is where fishing, freedom, and remote travel all collide. This chapter captures the highs and challenges of exploring one of Australia’s most underrated stretches of coastline.
DIY Dream Van Build
Every adventure starts with the van. This chapter documents the build — the ideas, the mistakes, the upgrades, and everything in between. It’s an honest look at turning a blank van into a home built for life on the road.
Free Travel Resources
I’m building a growing library of practical downloads, planning tools, and useful travel guides designed to make life on the road a little easier.
From South Australia trip planning to road trip ideas and field-tested advice, these are the kind of resources worth saving for later.
Prints, Merch & Things I’ve Made
A small collection of things I’ve created along the way — built from the places, moments, and ideas that have stuck with me most.
Whether it’s something for your wall, something you wear, or something that helps you travel better, this is where it all lives.
South Aus Travel Guides
The places I’ve actually stayed, explored and come back to — from remote outback camps to quiet beaches and underrated towns.
Built from real experience, these guides are designed to help you plan better trips without wasting time.
Merch
Clothing and accessories inspired by life on the road — simple designs, real stories, and pieces that feel like part of the journey.
Prints
Photographs from life on the road — sunrises from forgotten campsites, the outback under stars, and the kind of places you remember long after you’ve left. Prints that bring a bit of adventure into your home.
Work With Me
I create story-driven content for brands that want their products and experiences shown in the real world — not a studio.
Everything is produced on the road, in real conditions, and built to feel natural, useful, and actually connected to the way people live and travel.
UGC & Content Creation
• Short-form & long-form video
• Photography for web & social
• Social-first assets
• Shot in real travel conditions
Brand Partnerships
• Integrated YouTube features
• Ongoing brand campaigns
• Long-term partnerships • Product storytelling on the road
Tourism & Destination
• Visual destination storytelling
• Promotional video & imagery
• Location-based content
• Built for tourism marketing use
Tailored Campaigns
• Campaigns built for your goals
• Flexible deliverables
• Long-term collaborations
Story-driven travel, tourism, and outdoor content created on the road
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Contact Me
South Australia
m: 0459367713
e: [email protected]
Living on the Road • Sharing the Story
Australia-Based
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