Adventure 4WD - Going Bush

Australia is blessed with some of the most incredible, uncluttered and unspoiled vistas in the world and it is exactly those qualities that make the country a magnet for filmmakers. Some of the best documentaries have come from these shores, jam-packed with incredible natural histories and stunning landforms. But when the filmmaker's lens is focused on the nature of Australian leisure and recreation, it often reveals a lifestyle that is the envy of the world!

A lifestyle show with a difference is "Beyond The Bitumen". In what is probably the world's first dedicated 4WD touring series made for television, "Beyond The Bitumen" follows the travels of David, Rose, Tait and Georgia, as the family travels South Australia and the Northern Territory's outback and coast. Thirteen, informative half-hour programs, reveal the best ways to tackle a 4WD adventure, to make for an exciting and memorable holiday!

Production of the series was undertaken by David and Rose, via their production company "Red Belly Productions". Their commitment to the project involved pre-production issues of funding, research and scripting, requiring two years of hard work gathering resources in readiness for filming. With a freelance crew assembled for the production phase, work in the field over a twelve-month period in 1998 began in earnest.

As executive producers, David and Rose had to ensure the smooth running of the location work, as well as maintaining the momentum in post-production, scheduling episode completion at the required rate. The days were often long, for when out in the field whenever there was daylight, the cameras would be rolling. In amongst all of this, the day-to-day running of Adventure 4WD had to continue uninterrupted as well, accompanied by some degree of normalcy in their family life and the kids schooling.

At the end of the day they can feel justifiably proud of their completed series. For first-timers in the television industry they have produced a full thirteen episode series, on-budget and on-time. They researched, scripted and presented each episode with a professionalism that usually only comes with years of practice.

For the technically minded, "Beyond The Bitumen" was filmed using Sony SP Betacam and Sony DVCAM formats, the brilliant little camcorder used in the most difficult and trying "action" conditions, producing fantastic vision every time. The pics were assembled using an AVID digital production suite.

From its very successful initial airing on Adelaide television, audiences across Australia have seen "Beyond The Bitumen" since 2000 on Foxtel "Lifestyle".

David and Rose thank their sponsors and supporters, for their valuable contributions in making the series possible.

Visit Beyond The Bitumen's website http://www.vmedia.com.au/beyondthebitumen

Beyond The Bitumen is now available on home video!

This two-volume set is priced at $59.90 (plus postage and handling - add $10 within Australia) and includes all 13 episodes from our television series. Volume 1 has episodes 1-6 including the Coorong, Wilpena, Robe, Finke Gorge, Arkaroola and the Fleurieu Peninsula, whilst Volume 2 has episodes 7-13 including Innamincka, Chambers Pillar, Kangaroo Island, Spear Creek, Ruby Gap, Ngarkat and our Top 5 destinations.

*Available in PAL format only.

To order your set you can email us at info@adventure4wd.com.au and include your full name, postal address, daytime phone number and credit card details (card number, expiry date and cardholder's name - we accept Bankcard, Mastercard and Visa), or you can send us a cheque or money order to our postal address -
PO Box 384, Greenacres, South Australia 5086.



		Beyond the Bitumen™ Australia is blessed with some of the most incredible, uncluttered and unspoiled vistas in the world and it is exactly those qualities that make the country a magnet for filmmakers. Some of the best documentaries have come from these shores, jam-packed with incredible natural histories and stunning landforms. But when the filmmaker's lens is focused on the nature of Australian leisure and recreation, it often reveals a lifestyle that is the envy of the world! A lifestyle show with a difference is "Beyond The Bitumen". In what is probably the world's first dedicated 4WD touring series made for television, "Beyond The Bitumen" follows the travels of David, Rose, Tait and Georgia, as the family travels South Australia and the Northern Territory's outback and coast. Thirteen, informative half-hour programs, reveal the best ways to tackle a 4WD adventure, to make for an exciting and memorable holiday! Production of the series was undertaken by David and Rose, via their production company "Red Belly Productions". Their commitment to the project involved pre-production issues of funding, research and scripting, requiring two years of hard work gathering resources in readiness for filming. With a freelance crew assembled for the production phase, work in the field over a twelve-month period in 1998 began in earnest. As executive producers, David and Rose had to ensure the smooth running of the location work, as well as maintaining the momentum in post-production, scheduling episode completion at the required rate. The days were often long, for when out in the field whenever there was daylight, the cameras would be rolling. In amongst all of this, the day-to-day running of Adventure 4WD had to continue uninterrupted as well, accompanied by some degree of normalcy in their family life and the kids schooling. At the end of the day they can feel justifiably proud of their completed series. For first-timers in the television industry they have produced a full thirteen episode series, on-budget and on-time. They researched, scripted and presented each episode with a professionalism that usually only comes with years of practice. For the technically minded, "Beyond The Bitumen" was filmed using Sony SP Betacam and Sony DVCAM formats, the brilliant little camcorder used in the most difficult and trying "action" conditions, producing fantastic vision every time. The pics were assembled using an AVID digital production suite. From its very successful initial airing on Adelaide television, audiences across Australia have seen "Beyond The Bitumen" since 2000 on Foxtel "Lifestyle". David and Rose thank their sponsors and supporters, for their valuable contributions in making the series possible. Holden Jackaroo & Rodeo The South Australian Tourism Commission Bridgestone Australia - Desert Dueler Light Truck Tyres ARB 4X4 Accessories Milford Cargo Barriers The Central Australian Tourism Industry Association The Northern Territory Tourism Commission The Department for Environment & Heritage (South Australia) - National Parks Ultra Tune - For Vehicle Servicing Northern Express Couriers - Serving Adelaide's Northern Businesses RM Williams - Outback Clothing The Great Outdoors Camping Stores Nikon Cameras GME Electrophone & Electric Bug Communications - UHF Radios & Garmin GPS Caudell's Thrifty Rent-A-Car Great Southern Railways - The Ghan Kangaroo Island Sealink - Vehicle Ferry Services Kimberley Kampers - Camper Trailers Outdoor Accessories & Down Under Swags Tasco Telescopes CSA Alloy Wheels - Titan & Enduro Wheels Codan HF Radio Telstra Radio Services Puradown Sleeping Bags Australia Apollo Cycles - Mountain Bikes Quirk's Autofridge - Eutectic Vehicle Refrigeration Tyrepliers - Manual Tyre-Changing Equipment Walker Performance Exhausts - Ultra-Flo Mufflers Hema Maps Sunglass Hut - Serengeti Sunglasses The Department Of The Interior - In-Car Consoles & Accessories V-Media - Website Design & Maintenance Visit Beyond The Bitumen's website http://www.vmedia.com.au/beyondthebitumen Beyond The Bitumen is now available on home video! This two-volume set is priced at $59.90 (plus postage and handling - add $10 within Australia) and includes all 13 episodes from our television series. Volume 1 has episodes 1-6 including the Coorong, Wilpena, Robe, Finke Gorge, Arkaroola and the Fleurieu Peninsula, whilst Volume 2 has episodes 7-13 including Innamincka, Chambers Pillar, Kangaroo Island, Spear Creek, Ruby Gap, Ngarkat and our Top 5 destinations. *Available in PAL format only. To order your set you can email us at info@adventure4wd.com.au and include your full name, postal address, daytime phone number and credit card details (card number, expiry date and cardholder's name - we accept Bankcard, Mastercard and Visa), or you can send us a cheque or money order to our postal address - PO Box 384, Greenacres, South Australia 5086.
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