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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.

The riverside town of Bulahdelah is found on the mid-north coast of New South Wales, 235 kilometres north-east of Sydney. The town was named after an aboriginal word meaning ‘the meeting of waters’, due to its location on the Myall River near the junction with the Crawford River. Bulahdelah is the gateway to the Myall Lakes region and is a popular holiday destination with its many national parks and waterways.A range of services are offered in the town including a supermarket, butcher, bakery, hardware store, service stations and mechanical repairs. Visitors will also find several dining options including cafes, bowling club, pubs and take-away stores. RVs are welcome to stay at the Lions Park on the Pacific Highway for up to 72 hours. Pets are allowed on leads, and bins and potable water are available on site. A free dump point is located at the Bulahdelah Showground on Prince Street.Bulahdelah makes an ideal base for exploring Myall Lakes National Park and the coastal towns of Seal Rocks, Hawkes Nest and Forster.Tourist/Visitor Information Centre        Bulahdelah VICCnr Crawford St & Pacific Hwy, BulahdelahP: 02 4997 4981www.greatlakes.org.auCasual Parking       Crawford St btwn Pacific Hwy & Meade St & along Meade StShort & Long Term Parking        Lions Park, Pacific Hwy, (72hrs), bins, pets on lead, payment by way of donation box. Dump Point  Bulahdelah Showground, Prince StPotable Water          Lions Park, Pacific Hwy BulahdelahHospital        Richmond St, Bulahdelah, ph 02 4987 9900Doctors Surgery     Richmond St, Bulahdelah, ph 02 4987 9900Pharmacy     Bulahdelah Pharmacy, Stroud St, Bulahdelah, ph 02 4997 4275Supermarket            IGA, 86 Stroud St, Bulahdelah, ph 02 4997 4230

Coolgardie is known as “Mother of the Goldfields” and was the birthplace of the 1892 gold rush. The small town is situated 558 kilometres east of Perth, and a leisurely drive from Kalgoorlie. Coolgardie was once the third largest town in Western Australia, and today many charming heritage buildings remain; evidence of former glory days of the gold mining era.Coolgardie offers 48 hour parking for RVs free of charge at the Railway Station on Woodward Street. Bins and potable water are available, and a dump point is located nearby the railway station. Potable water is also available at the Mercy Gregory Memorial Park.While in town, visitors can learn about the gold rush history at the Goldfields Exhibition Museum and Ben Prior’s Park. Also, worth visiting is the Varischetti Mine Rescue Display, outlining the amazing story of workers who were trapped for nine days in an underwater mine; and the Pharmaceutical Museum, with its interesting collection of 18th and 19th century medicines and memorabilia.Tourist/Visitor Centre       Coolgardie Visitors Centre & Goldfields Exhibition Museum62 Bayley St, Coolgardie WAP 08 9026 6090www.coolgardie.wa.gov.au Casual Parking       Woodward St, CoolgardieShort Term Parking           Railway Station, 75 Woodward St, (48hr), bins, water, pets on lead, nil costDump Point  Near railway stationPotable Water          Near Railway Station or Visitor CentreHospital        Nearest hospital is Kalgoorlie - 30min away.Doctors Surgery     Wilkie St, Coolgardie, open Mon - Fri. Coolgardie Ambulance Service is available 24/7Pharmacy     Nearest pharmacy is in Kalgoorlie – 30min awaySupermarket            Morans Store (IGA), 28/30 Bayley St, Coolgardie, ph 08 9026 6024