RV Friendlies & Events

Crystal Brook is located 197 kilometres north of Adelaide and is 111 metres above sea level. Named after the spring-fed creek next to which it was founded, Crystal Brook is a pleasant service centre in the heart of South Australia. Known for its natural scenery, historic buildings and laid-back approach to life, Crystal Brook is an oasis for RV travellers. If you would like to stay in town and explore the local region for a couple of days, parking is also available at Jubilee Park, which is located on Railway Terrace. A dump point, potable water, toilets, bins and covered seating are supplied, pets are allowed on leads and there is no cost for up to 48 hours. Travellers can pick-up information from the visitor centre, which doubles as an impressive gallery and antiques store. The main street and surrounds are convenient for large recreational vehicles and there is parking available in Adelaide Square, where travellers can easily walk into the main street. Tourist/Visitor Centre       Port Pirie Visitor Information Centre3 Mary Elie St, Port PiriePh: 08 8633 8700tourism@pirie.sa.gov.auwww.pirie.sa.gov.au  Casual Parking       Adelaide Square, Crystal Brook, unlimited all day parkingShort Term Parking           Jubilee Park, Railway Terrace, Crystal Brook SA (48hr), tlts, bins, covered seating, water, pets on lead, nil chargeDump Point  Jubilee Park, Railway Terrace, Crystal Brook SAPotable Water          Jubilee Park, Railway Terrace, Crystal Brook SAHospital        Edmond Tce & Huddlestone Rd, Crystal Brook SA, Ph: 08 8636 1100Doctors Surgery     Crystal Brook Medical Centre, Claridge Rd, Crystal Brook SA, Ph: 08 8636 1180Pharmacy     Ramsey Pharmacy, 32 Bowman St, Crystal Brook SA, Ph: 08 8636 2063Supermarket            Foodland, Bowman St, Crystal Brook SA, Ph: 08 8636 2017

Bajool Country Hotel is a friendly pub in a small town within the Rockhampton Region of Queensland. Situated on the Bruce Highway, approximately 583 kilometres north-west of Brisbane, visitors can use this as a base while exploring nearby attractions such as Mount Archer National Park and the Capricorn Caves. Gladstone and Rockhampton are both within an hours’ drive also.The owners of Bajool Hotel welcome self-contained RV travellers to stop in for a few days and enjoy their country hospitality. Guests can stay free of charge , with showers, toilets, and bins available. Pets are permitted on leads.The hotel sells counter meals daily, and has a good range of beer and wine available for purchase. Live music, raffles and other regular activities entertain grey nomads and locals alike; visitors are sure to enjoy the relaxed and fun atmosphere of the Bajool Country Hotel.Cost: A security deposit will be required before entering and will be returned within business hours if applicableParking: Self-contained vehicles only, 72hrs, pets on lead, binsOpening Hours: Hotel – 3pm till late, Monday - Saturday. counter meals avail 6pm – 8.30pm. Lunch menu also available

Port Hedland is the second largest town in the Pilbara region and is located approximately 612km from Broome. Known as Marapikurrinya by the local Indigenous people, this town has a population of almost 16,000 people. The town is renowned for its massive resource industry, long trains, big ships and salt piles. Free short-term parking is available for self-contained vehicles for up to 72 hours at Port Hedland Turf Club, McGregor Street. Pets on leads are permitted, and potable water is located on-site. The dump point is located at Spoilbank Marina off Sutherland Street.Port Hedland is a great place to visit, especially in August when the town is alive for their North West Festival. Some other local attractions include visiting BHP Billiton and taking a tour of the area, seeing the Staircase to the Moon and the local history and town tour to really get to know the area.Tourist/Visitor Information CentrePort Hedland Visitor Centre13 Wedge St, Port Hedland WA08 9173 1711www.visitporthedland.comwww.porthedland.wa.gov.au/our-community/community/rv-overflow-camping.aspxCasual Parking (near retail centre)Cnr Wedge & Richardson StShort Term ParkingPort Hedland Turf Club, McGregor St (April – Sept) and Port Hedland Golf Club, Shoata Rd South Hedland (Oct-April)Port Hedland Golf Club (see site for fees). Both sites are 72hrs, self-contained vehicles only, pets on lead, mobile coverage, binsDump PointSpoilbank Marina, Sutherland St Port HedlandLat: -20.306270, Long: 118.591410Potable WaterRV Camping area No charge or Key access required Port Hedland Turf Club, McGregor StHospital26-34 Colebatch Way, South Hedland, Ph: 08 9174 1410Doctors Surgery7 Edgar St, Port Hedland, Ph: 08 9185 3555DentistUnit 1/19 Edgar St, Port Hedland, Ph: 1800 230 230PharmacyBoulevard Shopping Centre, Cnr Wilson & McGregor St Ph: 08 9173 1350SupermarketBoulevard Shopping Centre, Cnr Wilson & McGregor St Ph: 08 9120 8500