Gold Coast --> Perth Roadtrip

[bellelass]

Has anyone ever done this sort of thing? Im not finding much by googling, but then again, Im not trying very hard. One of my mates who goes to uni in queensland suggested it and I must admit I am rather intrigued by the whole idea and thought I'd lay it at the Tpunks well-traveled feet. Best to drive straight across, or up through northern territory darwin, alice springs (and uluru), cross the desert to perth and then do a circle through adelaide, melbourne and sydney then back up. Or then there's roadtripping out to perth and then taking the train or flying back. Thats kind of a wussie cop out though I think. Any idea how long this would take? Would three to four weeks suffice? I realize, of course, that this is a massive undertaking not to be contemplated lightly. To camp or to try our luck in motels, hostels, etc? This will most probably transpire in the aussie summer, but no worries I am way used to the heat and rather like it. Any input at all is greatly appreciated.