First up, your primary shelter. This is non-negotiable. We’re talking about the difference between a comfortable night’s sleep and a soggy, bug-bitten nightmare. Are you rocking a swag? If so, is it a heavy-duty canvas one that’s seen a few WA winters? Think about the material. You want something that breathes, especially if you’re heading inland where the humidity can be a killer, or down the coast where dew can be relentless. For South Australia, especially if you’re venturing into areas like the Flinders Ranges or further north, think about UV resistance. The sun out there is no joke, and a cheap tent will turn to dust quicker than you can say ‘billabong’.