The powers that be are at it again. Convinced that we as Australians aren't smart enough to take care of ourselves, the SA Environmental Department are closing -- yes, closing -- the Simpson Desert for the entire duration of the
2008/2009 summer.
"[They are] often in a hired vehicle, with very limited four-wheel-driving experience," says regional operations director Trevor Naismith. " "No real concept of the enormous distances involved and the difficulties that are encountered in driving in desert conditions." (sic) [Source]
So, instead of putting in the effort to educate travellers who want to visit the Simpson Desert, they simply want to shut it down. While we agree that summer isn't the best time to visit the desert, we're opposed to the notion of the typical bandaid fix. What's next? No-one allowed offroad when it rains? Beaches shut off during high tide?
Australia is fast becoming one of the most regulated restricted countries in the world. Will we stand up for our right to enjoy our own country, and ensure our children have the same freedoms, or will we sit down and take it?
What do you think, is it time that we do something about it?
- Brendan Seymour
Assistant Editor
Australian 4WD Action







