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Inverell is located 489 kilometres south-west of Brisbane and 675 kilometres north-west of Sydney. Known as the ‘Sapphire City’, Inverell is popular due to its great country hospitality, beautiful climate, spectacular scenery and wide range of entertaining activities. As part of the Fossickers Way, this thriving rural city offers much for the traveller. The Copeton and Pindari Dams attract visitors for water skiing, speed boat racing, sailing and fishing. Go fossicking or gem mining for sapphires and other gems at several places around the city and take away more than just memories from your stay here.Those visiting the area can find short and long term parking at Inverell Showground, Tingha Rd. Sites will cost $30 per vehicle per night, with six sites available. If the showground is full please call into the Visitor Information Centre to get information on other low-cost options as there are a few to choose from. A dump point is also located at the showground, and potable water can be found at the Visitor Information Centre.Whilst travelling to Inverell, why not stretch your legs in Goonoowigall Bushland Reserve, a unique wilderness area that supports some 120 species of native birds. Explore the marked walking trails and look out for Thunderbolts Rock and the remains of a Chinese settlement. Other highlights include walking back in time at the Inverell Pioneer Village, a re-created colonial village; and the Inverell Transport Museum, with its display of all things wheeled.Tourist/Visitor Information CentreInverell VIC, Campbell St, Inverell NSWPh: 1800 067 626, 02 6728 8161tourism@inverell.nsw.gov.auwww.inverell.com.auCasual Parking (near retail centre)Captain Cook Drv & Campbell St, (adj to river bank); Turnam car park (off Campbell St) or long vehicle parking area off Sweeny St (behind McDonalds)Short & Long Term ParkingInverell Showground, Tingha Rd, $30.00pvpn, six sites avail. If the showground is full please call into the Visitor Information Centre to get information on other low cost options as there are a few to choose from.Dump PointInverell Showground, Tingha RdPotable WaterVIC, Campbell StHospitalSwanbrook Rd, Ph: 02 6721 9500Doctors Surgery46 Evans St, Ph: 02 6722 2855; 69 Otho St, Ph: 02 6722 1999; 77 Otho St, Ph: 02 6722 3377; 4 Ross St, Ph: 02 6721 2763Dentist22 Sweaney St, Ph: 02 6722 3108; 33 Otho St, Ph: 02 6722 3218; 16 Ross St, Ph: 02 6721 0254Pharmacy77 Byron St, Ph: 02 6722 2639; 132-134 Byron St, Ph: 02 6722 3146SupermarketColes, Byron St, Ph: 02 6722 3811; Woolworths, Sweaney St, Ph: 02 6722 4100; Ritchies Supa IGA, Ph: 02 6721 4955

The picturesque region of Heathcote lies nestled beneath the McHarg and the McIvor Ranges, in the centre of central Victoria. Established during the gold rush days of the 1850’s, remains of its mining past can be seen in the heritage architecture, the mining relics and the spectacular landscape of the Pink Cliffs, produced by sluicing in the goldfields. Today, the area has a burgeoning wine industry, cottage crafts and quality regional foods. The Heathcote Wine and Food Festival is held on the first weekend in October and there’s a comprehensive Lions Club Bush Market on the first Saturday of each month.Those visiting Heathcote can find short-term stays at the long vehicle parking area, located in Camp Street & Barrack Street. There are no fees to stay and no time limit applies. A dump point can be found outside the Queens Meadow Caravan Park, 3 Barrack Street.Heathcote is a wonderful place to visit, especially for RV travellers. To get around town, why not try one of the bikes from the free bike hire program being introduced in mid 2009 or, if you’re a golfer, enjoy a round at one of the country’s top rural courses, in a bush setting where birds and kangaroos abound. There are many walks, lovely picnic spots and easily accessible lookouts in the state forests and nature reserves of the area, and in the Heathcote – Graytown National Park. The abundance of native flora and fauna delights all visitors, with over 160 species of birds that can be observed locally. With dark skies away from city lights, Heathcote is also an ideal locality for astronomers and stargazers, and star parties are organised by the Astronomical Society of Victoria.Tourist/Visitor Centre          Heathcote VIC, cnr High St & Barrack St, Heathcote VICPh: 03 5433 3121Email: info@heathcote.org.auwww.heathcote.org.auCasual Parking        Camp St, (adj to Main St), & High St; Parking also avail in Barrack St at rear of VICShort Term Parking Long vehicle parking in Camp St & Barrack St (no limit)Long Term Parking  Dargile Reserve, Graytown National ParkDump Point   Outside Queens Meadow Caravan Park, 3 Barrack St, Ph: 03 5433 2304Potable Water           CMCA is working with council to establish a new site.Hospital         39 Hospital St, Ph: 03 5431 0900Doctors Surgery       150 High St, Ph: 03 5433 3122; 39 Hospital St, Ph: 03 5431 0888Pharmacy      79 High St, Ph: 03 5433 2020Supermarket 175 High St, Ph: 03 5433 2010

York is nestled on the banks of the Avon River in the gently rolling farmlands of the beautiful Avon Valley. This lovely district offers unique insights into Western Australia’s rich and colourful past. York is the oldest inland town in Western Australia, situated 97 kilometres east of Perth and was the first inland settlement in Western Australia. The town has maintained a vibrant spirit among its many Victorian and Federation buildings.Visitors to town can find casual parking in Lowe Street, and overnight parking can be found across the river at Janet Millet Lane RV Park. Here, stays are free of charge and limited to 24 hours. A dump point is located on Janet Millet Lane, and potable water can be obtained from the taps adjacent to power outlets facing Avon Park. Offering a scenic and rural lifestyle, step back in time and immerse yourself in this historic town; for those who want to escape the bustle of the city and relax, York is the ideal destination. Well known for annual events and festivals, celebrating music, arts and crafts, vintage motor vehicles, cultural sporting events, and its historical gardens and roses; York is packed with plenty to see and do, making it a popular tourist destination.Tourist/Visitor Centre       York Information Services, 81 Avon Terrace, York WAPh: 08 9641 1301Email: info@york.wa.gov.auwww.york.wa.gov.au Casual Parking       Lowe St, adj to Avon Park, 24hrShort Term ParkingJanet Millet Lane RV park, self- contained vehicles only. No facilitiesDump Point  Janet Millet Lane RV parkPotable Water          Taps adjacent to power outlets facing Lowe St, Avon ParkHospital        Trews Rd, York, ph: 08 9641 0200Doctors Surgery     Howick St, York, ph: 08 9641 0000Pharmacy     York Pharmacy, Avon Terrace, York, ph: 08 9641 1044Supermarket            IGA, Avon Terrace, York, ph: 08 9641 1006