RV Friendlies & Events



Australia is built for the open road — and RV Friendlies is how we celebrate the towns and places that welcome you with open arms.


The RV Friendly Town™ program recognises councils that go the extra mile for RV travellers, with easy access, safe parking and welcoming facilities. RV Friendly Destinations™ do the same for specific sites within a community — perfect for towns still building their offering.


We also share events happening in these towns, so members can plan their next trip around a local market, festival or rally, not just a place to park.


Together, these programs connect our 60,000+ members with places that genuinely want them there. Because when a town says "RV Friendly," you know you're welcome.


Featured RV Friendly Events

QUEENSLAND Kalbar Sunflower Festival Kalbar
Kalbar Sunflower Festival Kalbar

Event Date - May 2026 (TBC)

Kalbar Sunflower festival is one of the most talked about and photographed events in southeast Queensland.

Started by Russell and Jenny Jenner in an effort to diversify in a drought, the festival has grown to become a favourite event for tens of thousands of Australians.

At the Kalbar Sunflower Festival we have a huge variety of tasty delights and a curated selection of our favourite food vans and local market stalls. From unique locally handmade products to fashion, food and everything in-between, there’s something on offer for everyone.


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SA Port Pirie SALA Winter Festival
Port Pirie SALA Winter Festival

Warm Up Your Winter with Art, Colour and Community!
 Get ready for the Port Pirie SALA Winter Festival — the ultimate celebration of creativity and culture in the Mid North! From 10 am to 10 pm on Saturday 1 August 2026, Memorial Park will be transformed into a vibrant hub of art installations, live music, workshops, food stalls and family-friendly fun. Celebrate the launch of the Regional SALA Weekend, meet talented local artists, enjoy delicious flavours and experience the magic of illuminated artworks as night falls. Best of all — entry is free! Come for the art, stay for the good vibes!

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VICTORIA Melbourne Cup
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 Woodford - QLD RVFT
Woodford - QLD RVFT

Located in the Moreton Bay Region of South East Queensland, Woodford offers a little taste of the country right on the city’s doorstep. This quiet town is a charming destination that offers a little something for everyone. Noted for its wide streets, grand old hotel and colonial style shops, it was one of the earliest settlements within the surrounding area. For RV travellers who would like to pay the town a visit, there is a free 20-hour parking area available to self-contained vehicles. Located at Cruice Park on Cruice Drive, there are toilets and bins available. Pets are also permitted on leads. If you plan to stay a little longer, Woodford Showgrounds offers unpowered sites for $15 per vehicle per night. This rate includes access to showers, toilets and water, and power is available for an additional fee. There is a 7-day maximum stay at the showgrounds, and pets on leads are permitted. The town’s dump point is also conveniently located at the showgrounds.Whether you plan to take a dip at Stony Creek’s swimming hole or view the magnificent colours lighting up the evening sky at Woodford Water Tower (Windows of Woodford), you will have a great time in this delightful town. While a visit will be enjoyable all-year round, the Folk Festival and Woodford Show are loved events that will make for a great excuse to stay.  Tourist/Visitor Information Centre        Moreton Bay Hinterland Visitor Information Centre127 Archer St, WoodfordPh: 07 5422 9900Casual Parking (near retail centre)       Between 84 – 114 Archer St and in the long vehicle parks at 81 Archer St.Short Term Parking           Cruice Park, Cruice Dr Woodford.20hrs, nil charge, self-contained vehicles only, toilets, bins, covered seating, pets on leadLong Term Parking            Woodford Showgrounds, Neurum Rd Woodford.$15pvpn unpowered, 7 night stay limit, showers, toilets, water, bins, pets on lead. Power for additional chargeDump Point  Woodford Showgrounds, Neurum Rd WoodfordLat: -26.947608, Long: 152.70062Potable Water          Woodford Showgrounds, Neurum Rd WoodfordDoctors Surgery     64 Archer St, Woodford – Ph: 07 5434 5000Closest ambulance station is at Caboolture, 25mins away. Operates 24/7.Dentist           117 Archer St, Woodford – Ph: 07 5422 9380Pharmacy     4/110 Archer St, Woodford – Ph: 07 5496 1228Supermarket            1/73 Archer St & Cnr George St Woodford

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NEW SOUTH WALES Grenfell - NSW RVFT
Grenfell - NSW RVFT

Weddin Shire Council is based in Grenfell, which is in the Central West Region of New South Wales and is within two hours’ drive of Orange, Canberra, Wagga Wagga and Dubbo. Grenfell is one of four small villages which service the local agricultural communities within the Weddin Shire. Grenfell was a gold mining town first known as Emu Creek and renamed in honour of John Grenfell, Gold Commissioner at Forbes, who had been killed in 1866 by bushrangers. Grenfell had some of the richest gold bearing deposits in NSW, which attracted a number of bushrangers to the area. Ben Hall was a notorious bushranger responsible for the famous Eugowra hold up. Legend has it the haul of cash and gold is still hidden somewhere in the mountains! The Weddin Mountains National Park is located in close proximity to Grenfell and is a major tourist attraction. For the bird lovers, you will come across 12 marked trails ideal for bird observing throughout Weddin Shire, covering a wide variety of habitats and over 200 species.The beautifully restored railway station in Grenfell hosts a dump point, potable water and short-term parking. This location is not only convenient, but the olde-world charm of the local buildings is truly remarkable.The poet and story writer Henry Lawson was born on the nearby goldfields. On the Queen’s Birthday weekend in June every year, the town hosts The Henry Lawson Festival of Arts, which attracts thousands of visitors. The Festival is a celebration of local and national talent, with art, poetry and writing competitions, drawing entries from all over Australia. If you’re looking for something different to do, then this might just be the perfect long weekend to come to Grenfell and experience all that the town and surrounding areas have to offer.Tourist/Visitor Information Centre    Grenfell Visitor Information Centre88 Main St, Grenfell Ph: 02 6343 2059info@visitweddin.com.auwww.visitweddin.com.auCasual Parking    Forbes St (between Melyra St & Camp St)Short & Long Term Parking    We have three locations: Grenfell Caravan Park, Mid Wester Hwy, powered and unpowered site with CMCA discount. Company Dam, Newton Street, Grenfell NSW 2810 Free 3 nights Toilets Walking and cycling tracks Historic Railway Station, West Street, Grenfell NSW 2810 Free 3 nights Toilet Coin operated shower Undercover picnic and BBQ area Dump point Wide open space with shady areas.Dump Point    West St, Old Railway StnPotable Water    Shell Grenfell, 83 Camp Street, Grenfell NSW 2810 Charge is $10 for 1,000lts. Available when the petrol station is open - 6am to 9.30pmHospital    Cnr Camp St & Sullivan St, Ph: 02 6349 1700Doctors Surgery    Main St Medical Services, Ph: 02 6343 1211Grenfell Medical Centre, Ph: 02 6343 2494Pharmacy    105 Main St, Ph: 02 6343 1056Supermarket    IGA, Main St, Ph: 02 6343 1611

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NEW SOUTH WALES Lawrence Tavern - NSW RVFD
Lawrence Tavern - NSW RVFD

Lawrence is a small town in the Clarence Valley of New South Wales, located 647 kilometres north of Sydney and 283 kilometres south of Brisbane. It can be accessed by the Lawrence Car Ferry from Woodford Island, or by driving 30 kilometres north from Grafton.The tavern is offering parking for RVs at the rear of the property for up to 5 nights. Pets on leads are welcome, and showers, toilets, bins, water and power are available. There is no cost to stay, however a donation to the tavern is requested.The Lawrence Tavern has a fun and family friendly atmosphere, offering lunch seven days a week and dinner Tuesday to Sunday. With regular entertainment and activities such as raffles and the fishing club weigh in, there’s always a good reason to stop in, Lawrence Tavern is a perfect spot to relax with a cold beer or wine while overlooking the river.Address: 19 Bridge St, LawrencePhone: 02 6647 7213Cost: Donation $10pvpnParking: Pets on lead, showers, bins, toilets, power, water, 5 nightsOpening Hours: 8am-10pm 7 days, lunch 7 days, dinner Tuesday - Sunday

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