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Featured RV Friendly Events

TAS

Campbell Town Agricultural Show

Date: 29/05/2026

Founded in 1838 by a group of far sighted and progressive landowners, the Campbell Town Show has played a leading role in the display of Tasmania’s high quality livestock and wool. From its inception, livestock and wool producers have used exhibits as a yard stick for achievement of a very high standard.

The present day Campbell Town Show is a two day event which provides displays and competitions in a wide and varied programme. Commercial competitions and a focus on sustainable agriculture and lifestyle are a strong feature.

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SOUTH AUSTRALIA

Laura Folk Fair

Event date: 18 - 19 April 2026

The award winning National Tourism Accredited Laura Fair is a major rural festival of the Southern Flinders Ranges, held over two days annually in Laura on the first weekend of April and typically attracting 10,000 to 15,000 patrons.

The Laura Fair was first held in 1980, the brainchild of Rocky River Historic and Art Society member Dick Biles. It has been held every year since except during the COVID years. Originally started as a way to promote art and culture in the area, the resounding success of the first year led to the formation of a separate committee to undertake organisation of the event. Since 1981 the wholly volunteer driven Laura Fair Committee has been responsible for this.

The event has since grown into one of the major festivals of our region and has an important economic benefit for businesses around the region. It is the main annual fundraising avenue for many local community groups.

Our family focused event provides a wonderful country experience, with free entertainment over the whole weekend. Our event features a Street Parade with a themed costume parade put together by the local school, beautiful PADARC vintage cars, SES, CFS and local business floats, two stages of live entertainment playing all weekend, as well as roving performers and buskers, Sideshow Alley and the Showmen’s Guild of South Australia rides, on Saturday night there’s food stalls, licensed bar and Entertainment until 10pm. Golden North Ice-Cream Eating Competition, Boot toss competition, Old Courthouse Art Gallery exhibition and over 100 stalls selling a huge variety of handcrafted items, as well as food and refreshment stalls catering to a wide range of tastes.

Laura is a vibrant, artistic rural community with a population of approximately 650, situated beside the Rocky River and amongst the rolling hills of the Southern Flinders Ranges. Our event is wholly driven by a small volunteer committee and a large contingent of casual volunteers who assist with various aspects of the event.

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VICTORIA

Melbourne Cup

First Tuesday of Nov

Be part of Australia’s most loved and iconic world-class event, the Melbourne Cup Carnival.

Experience this incredible event that combines sport, entertainment, fashion and food – all in one place, the stunning Flemington Racecourse. Glamorous, refined and full of history, the Melbourne Cup Carnival is a must-do event for Melburnians

and visitors alike.

With four big race days and a range of ticketing options, there is so many different ways to experience the Carnival - attend one or all of the race days knowing you will have an amazing time at the most anticipated event on the calendar.

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Featured RV Friendly Towns & Destinations

QUEENSLAND

Eidsvold - QLD RVFT

Eidsvold is located 425 kilometres north-west of Brisbane and 230 kilometres west of Maryborough on the A3, Australia’s Country Way (Burnett Highway). The town was founded in 1848 by European Settlers Thomas and Charles Archer, and the town takes its name from Eidsvoll, a town in Norway where the Constitution of Norway was signed. Archer Homestead, the home of the pioneering settlers, rests on the banks of the Burnett River and remains just as it was over 100 years ago. The Eidsvold Historical Complex is home to a fine collection of historic buildings, including the Knockbreak Homestead, the original Clonave Homestead, and Riverleigh Cottage, which houses memorabilia, including the Eidsvold Soldiers corner, a display of photographs, medals and equipment from the various wars, traditional owners’ artefacts, slates, desks and other school equipment, and a manual telephone exchange.Visitors to Eidsvold can find short-term parking at the RM Williams Centre. Sites are $10.40 per vehicle per night, and this rate includes access to toilets and potable water. The dump point is located on the Corner of Burnett Hwy & Esplanade Street, in Merv Hamilton Park, (next to the pool).Eidsvold is home to the RM Williams Australian Bush Learning Centre which honours this great Australian who lived at ‘Rockybar’ Eidsvold from 1955 to 1972. The Centre showcases the achievements of RM Williams, reflects his passion for bush lore and promotes rural job opportunities through education and skill development. Through this special place, RM Williams’ deep and abiding love of the bush lives on.Tourist/Visitor Centre RM Williams Australian Bush Learning Centre & Visitor Information, 23767 Gayndah-Monto Rd, Eidsvold QldPh: 1300 696 272admin@northburnett.qld.gov.au.Casual Parking Moreton St & the Rest Area off the Burnett Hwy on the southern edge of Eidsvold TownshipShort Term Parking RM Williams Centre, toilets, potable water, no pwr, $10.40 PVPN.Long Term Parking Tolderodden Conservation Park, permit required, $6.55pppn; Wuruma Dam 2 weeks free camping.Dump Point Corner Burnett Hwy & Esplanade St in Merv Hamilton Park next to poolPotable Water RM Williams CentreHospital Theodore Rd, Ph: 07 4165 7100Doctors Surgery 10 Moreton St, Ph: 07 4165 1288Pharmacy Moreton St, Ph 07 4165 1444Supermarket Foodworks, Moreton St, Ph: 07 4165 1207

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SOUTH AUSTRALIA

Mount Ive Station

CMCA Member Deals: Unpowered Site $15pppn, two nights paid and get the third free with full use of amenities. Self-contained Site: Weekly (7 nights) rates of $60pppw with no amenities.Mount Ive Station is a remote sheep station and tourist destination in the heart of South Australia's Gawler Ranges. Covering approximately 900 square kilometres, the station offers visitors a unique rugged outback experience. Since its establishment in the early 20th century, Mount Ive Station has operated as a working sheep station, and continues to upgrade facilities, infrastructure and tracks for travellers seeking a unique adventure. Mount Ive Station offers CMCA members a special unpowered rate of $15 per person per night, with a "pay for two nights, stay for three" deal, including full access to amenities. Alternatively, a self-contained rate of $60 per person per week is available, although it does not include access to any amenities. A BBQ and bins are provided for use, and pets on a lead are welcome. A basic kiosk and bar are also available for visitors.A highlight of staying at Mount Ive Station is its private access to Lake Gairdner, Australia’s third largest salt lake. Visitors to the station can also explore historic buildings, enjoy scenic views, and tackle the station’s 4×4 tracks, ensuring plenty of activities to keep you entertained throughout your stay.CampingWe have both powered and unpowered camping available at the homestead catering to caravans, campers, swags and tents. Camp gazebo equipped with BBQ, microwave, kettle & toaster. Fire pits available for hire during the appropriate season. Wood is available for purchase or BYO. You cannot collect or cut wood from the station, our neighbours or the national park. Lots of shady trees are around and plenty of space to stretch out. There are also a number of Bush Camps for those who wish to stay out a bit further.Getting to Mount Ive StationMount Ive is located in the Gawler Ranges in South Australia, approximately 200 kilometres west of Port Augusta and 500 kilometres from Adelaide.You can get to Mount Ive Station via a number of different routes. There is an airstrip located right near the homestead. Ensure that you also check the South Australian Outback Roads Report prior to coming out.The station is located in a regional area of the state and so telephone coverage is not available. In an emergency as you get closer, you can contact the station using the UHF repeater/duplex station on channel 7.Please give the station a call if you need help with your planning or have any questions. Staff are always happy to discuss your options and suggest ideas to help you.

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NEW SOUTH WALES

Murrumbateman Country Inn - NSW RVFD

Discover true country hospitality during a stay at Murrumbateman Country Inn. Located in Murrumbateman, approximately 30 kilometres north-west of Canberra, this country inn offers great meals and affordable accommodation options for those people visiting the area.RV travellers can make use of the low-cost parking available on-site. The inn can accommodate up to four self-contained vehicles. Parking is permitted for up to 24 hours at no cost, and pets on leads are permitted.The family-friendly bar and bistro is open seven days for lunch and dinner and offers delicious meals and cool refreshments. Soak up their country atmosphere with open fires in winter and shaded verandahs in the summer.Contact Information Cnr Barton Hwy & Hercules StPh: 02 6227 5802info@murrumbatemaninn.com.auCost Nil chargeParking 24hrs, self-contained vehicles only, pets on lead, mobile coverage, bins, toilets, covered seatingOpening Hours 11am till late, 7 days

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