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Dodge the airport surcharge (~19% extra) by grabbing your car from a city depot in Mildura. You'll need a taxi to get there and they're usually closed on Sundays, so do the maths to see if it's worth it for your trip.
Travel in winter (June to August) for the cheapest deals. If you're visiting during peak times like summer or school holidays, try to book at least 6 weeks in advance.
A weekly rental can be cheaper than booking for just 5 or 6 days. It's worth checking the 7-day price, as it can sometimes be a better deal.
Save around $10 a day by skipping the rental company's GPS. Your smartphone's map app works just fine, but download offline maps for trips to remote spots like Mungo National Park where reception can be patchy.
Rent a car to see:
Wentworth (NSW) – Murray–Darling junction, Perry Sandhills
Trentham Estate Winery – cellar door, restaurant
Mungo National Park
Merbein – river views
Red Cliffs – Big Lizzie, Hattah-Kulkyne National Park
Renmark (SA) – Riverland