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.
Event date - 1 August, 15 August, 22 August, 10:30am.
Location: Bothwell Football Club and Community Centre.
Soup and Sing is the perfect opportunity to come together as a community this winter.
For more information, feel free to reach out to Lisa at lisa@familiestasmania.org.au
PS - The team is working on adding an extra week on the 8th just awaiting a venue confirmation.
The Woodford Folk Festival is held annually over six days and six nights, from Dec 27th through to January 1st. More than 2,000 local, national and international, artists, musicians and presenters put on over 438 acts to an audience of an estimated 132,000 people. The festival begins each year with the iconic Opening Ceremony and closes with the spectacular showcase, the Fire Event on New Year’s Day. This year will be the 35th Woodford Folk Festival and the 28th held at Woodfordia. It is the largest gathering of artists and musicians in Australia.
The Woodford festival experience is deep, rich and colourful. It is based on a vision of inclusive and creative community, culture and tradition passed through generations, expressed through story and ceremony. The site, a former barren dairy farm, has been lovingly regenerated with over 120,000 subtropical rain forest trees, orchids, ferns and sedges, planted to create a habitat for butterflies and wildlife.
Woodfordia is transformed into a village that hosts over 25,000 daily patrons, performers, stallholders, volunteers and organisers. As many as 2,680 volunteers across 162 departments are at the heart of the organisation and contribute to the setup and day-to-day running of the festival. During the event, the festival is actually the 67th largest town in Australia.
Each year construction begins in early December and continues up until Christmas Day. Over 450 contractors and volunteers build the village. Many come from around the world to be part of the festival build and then stay for a week after to pull the event down.
WE HAVE BEEN LONGING TO ANNOUNCE THIS NEWS SINCE WHAT SEEMS LIKE FOREVER – WOODFORD FOLK FESTIVAL IS BACK!
Change has been more of a constant these past couple of years and that will continue into the future. The return of the festival this year will see some venues retired, some taking a year off, others returning in full glory along with some new kids on the block.
The programme will continue to have the diversity, excellence and depth that Woodford patrons have revelled in over the years.
Tickets will be capped this year to make sure we get the comfort level just right.
We will be launching tickets in June – make sure you are signed up to our mailing list stay up to date.
Dates 01/08-04/08/2026
Yarntarnpa Kululu-jju Nyinta (Living together as One)
A celebration of culture, community, and creativity in the heart of the Barkly. This year's festival theme, Yarntarnpa Kululu-jju Nyinta, acknowledges the diversity of the people in the Barkly region which continues to enrich the cultural fabric of the community.
Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids) Caters for people who use a wheelchair. Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)
Located two hours north of Melbourne and one hour south of Albury, Benalla is a regional town that sits on the Broken River. RV travellers passing through town will find short-term parking available at Jaycee Island and Benalla Showground. Jaycee Island offers parking for self-contained vehicles for up to 48 hours at no cost and Benalla Showground offers parking for up to 48 hours at $15 per vehicle per night. A dump point, along with potable water, can be sourced at Benalla Airport. Wander through immaculate parks and gardens, view contemporary Australian art and discover the story of Victoria's most famous bushranger, Ned Kelly. Visitors should time a trip during one of the fantastic annual events including Wall to Wall Street Art, motorsport at Winton Raceway and the Benalla Festival.Tourist/Visitor Information Centre14 Mair St, BenallaPh: 03 5762 1749www.enjoybenalla.com.auCasual Parking (near retail centre)Lowry Place, Bridge St W near art gallery, Bridge St E near Aldi & WoolworthsShort Term ParkingBenalla Showground, Cecil St48hrs, self-contained vehicles only, $15pvpn, pets on lead, bins on site, toiletsDump PointBenalla Airport, Hanger LaneLat: -36.552689, Long: 145.996896Potable WaterBenalla Airport, Hanger LaneNot far from dump point.Hospital45-63 Coster St – Ph: 03 5761 4222Doctors Surgery30 Carrier St – Ph: 03 5762 2033Dentist50 Carrier St – Ph: 03 5762 4430Pharmacy27/29 Bridge St E – Ph: 03 5762 7575Supermarket49-59 Smythe St – Ph: 03 5760 4025
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Bencubbin is a small friendly country town located in the heart of Australia’s outback. The town is located approximately 275 kilometres north-east of Perth and has an approximate population of 294 people. Rich in agricultural lands and stunning natural landscapes, Bencubbin is a great place to unwind and reconnect with nature.RV travellers will find Bencubbin to be an inviting town, with several facilities on offer. Short and long-term parking is available at Bencubbin Caravan Park. The length of stay is negotiable, and the park offers facilities such as bins, toilets and barbecues. Unpowered sites are available at a rate of $11 per vehicle per night and powered sites are available at a rate of $26 per vehicle per night. Visitors can also access showers for a $5.50 fee. Both a dump point and potable water are accessible at the park. Whilst in town, visitors should take some time to visit the Bencubbin Museum. The museum’s main attraction is a piece of the Bencubbin Meteorite. Several important meteorites were recovered in Western Australia during a 48-year period between 1912 and 1960. The most important was Bencubbin, which has been proven to be a rarity and have significant scientific importance. Tourist/Visitor Information CentreBencubbin Community Resource CentreLot 283 Monger St, BencubbinPh: 08 9685 1007www.bencubbin.crc.net.auCasual Parking(near retail centre)Monger St, BencubbinShort & Long Term ParkingBencubbin Caravan Park, Koorda-Bullfinch RdNegotiable stay limit, $11pvpn unpowered, showers $5.50. $26pvpn powered, pets on lead, bins toilets, covered seating, BBQ, waterDump PointBencubbin Caravan Park, Koorda-Bullfinch RdLat: -30.818902 Long: 117.863082 Potable WaterBencubbin Caravan Park, Koorda-Bullfinch RdHospitalNearest Hospital is at KununoppinDoctors SurgeryGP visits every Wednesday, 73 Monger St – Ph: 08 9685 1229DentistNearest dentist in Wongan HillsPharmacyNearest pharmacy in Wongan HillsSupermarketCorner Monger & Rupe Sts – Ph: 08 9685 1442
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Iron Knob is located on the Eyre Peninsula in South Australia, 375 kilometres north-west of Adelaide. It is referred to as the birthplace of the Australian steel industry. For travellers with an interest in mining, a tour of the town museum or a visit to a mining lookout may be a valued experience. Iron Knob campground is an ideal place for travellers to stay; parking is permitted for 120 hours for a donation to Iron Knob Progress Association. Longer stays can be negotiated, and covered seating, showers, rubbish bins, toilets and barbecue facilities are provided.Iron Knob has quiet, tree lined streets and offers a quality visitors centre managed by friendly locals, a post office and a hotel. The town is an ideal base from which to explore the Gawler Ranges, Whyalla and Port Augusta. Nearby attractions include the ancient granite formations in the Gawler Ranges and Lake Gairdner salt lakes where speed records are broken.Cost: Donation to be paid to Iron Knob Progress AssociationParking: Covered seating, showers, bins, toilets, water & BBQ facs, (120hrs negotiable)Opening Hours: 24hrs
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