RV Friendlies & Events

Townsville is located halfway between Cape York and Brisbane and lies on the shore of Cleveland Bay. Townsville is a paradise for travellers who desire all the amenities of a big city, but also enjoy a relaxed, friendly lifestyle, tropical weather and easy access around the city. Townsville is surrounded by a diversity of environments, with over 100 kilometres of pristine coastline to explore, as well as the Great Barrier Reef, the Mount Spec National Park rainforest and the rugged bushland of Hervey’s Range.Those visiting Townsville have ample short-term parking options, including , Bluewater Park, Balgal Beach and Toomulla, all of which allow parking for up to 48 hours. Several dump points are located within town and potable water can be obtained from numerous locations.A must see is Riverway, a recreational precinct stretching along 11km of magnificent Ross River frontage that offers walking and bike paths, swimming lagoons, an art gallery, sports stadium and a theatre. Spend time outdoors at the freedom camping areas north of the city and be sure to visit the annual CMCA Dam Fine rally, which is held in the first week of July. CMCA members who attend are invited to stay and use the facilities at Dam Park for the week immediately after, coinciding with the highly anticipated Townsville 400 V8 Supercar event.Tourist/Visitor Information CentreFlinders Square, Flinders St Townsville CityPh: 07 4721 3660 or 1800 801 902www.townsvilleholidays.infoCasual Parking (near retail centre)Dean St car park in the CBD & Thuringowa DrShort ParkingBluewater Park (48hr); Toomulla (48hr); Tooth St, Balgal Beach (48hr); please note that no parking is allowed in Justin St, Balgal BeachDump PointRoss Dam, Kelso; Bluewater; Bushy Parker Park in Rollingstone; Balgal at Tooth St; Bohle’s Little Acre Service Stn, 900 Ingham Rd, Bohle; Black River Stadium, 700 Black River RdPotable WaterDam Park, Kelso; Saunders; Bluewater; Balgal; Bushy Parker Park in RollingstoneHospitalTownsville General, 100 Angus Smith Drv, Douglas, Ph: 07 4796 1111; Mater Hospital, 21-37 Fulham Rd, Pimlico, Ph: 07 4727 4444Doctors SurgeryAitkenvale Family Health Centre, 295 Ross River Rd; Aitkenvale, Ph: 07 4725 6060; The Doctors, Warburton St, Belgian Gardens, Ph: 07 4781 1111DentistCasey Dentists, 199 Ross River Rd, Aitkenvale, Ph: 07 4725 3324; 1300Smiles, Ground Floor 105 Denham St, Townsville, Ph: 07 4721 1238PharmacyChemist warehouse, 2/21 Stokes St, Ph: 07 4771 2348SupermarketFoodworks, 4 Highrange Dr Thuringowa Central, Ph: 07 4723 8366, Woolworths Sturt St, Ph: 07 4772 6677, 24 Henry St, Ph: 07 4722 4000, 249 Fulham Rd, Ph: 07 4779 2795

Be enticed by the country charm of Australia’s first inland city. Perfectly positioned just 195 kilometres south-west of Sydney and 90 kilometres north-east of Canberra. Goulburn is a regional centre incredibly rich in heritage, culture, contemporary services and natural beauty. With remarkable attractions and regular events – Goulburn is the ideal destination for that short break or a longer one. RV travellers looking for an easy stopover will find parking available at the Visitor Information Centre. Parking is available for up to 48 hours at no cost, if towing vans can be unhitched for up to 12 hours at a time, and includes access to toilets during business hours. Potable water is also available at the visitor information centre, while the town’s dump points are accessible at the Goulburn Recreation Area on Braidwood Rd for larger vehicles and at Marsden Weir Park on Fitzroy St for smaller vehicles.A short stopover just might not be enough time, with Goulburn offering its visitors an array of activities. Experience the past and discover fascinating stories of the town’s eclectic history at one of the many museums or immerse yourself in a captivating gallery or performance venue. The more adventurous can explore the unspoiled bushland or wander through the many neighbouring towns and villages.Tourist/Visitor Information Centre    Goulburn Visitor Information Centre201 Sloane St, Goulburnwww.goulburnaustralia.com.auPh: 1800 353 646Casual Parking (near retail centre)    Goulburn Visitor Information Centre201 Sloane StShort Term Parking    Goulburn Visitor Information Centre201 Sloane St48hrs, nil charge, toilets during business hours, bins, seating, water, pets on leadDump Point    Marsden Weir Park, Fitzroy St, Goulburn or Braidwood Rd, GoulburnPotable Water    Goulburn Visitor Information Centre201 Sloane StHospital    Goldsmith St – Ph: 02 4827 3111Doctors Surgery    Many in Goulburn, VIC will have full detailsDentist    Many in Goulburn, VIC will have full detailsPharmacy    Many in Goulburn, VIC will have full detailsSupermarket    Woolworths, The Marketplace, Verner StColes, Goulburn Square, Auburn StAldi, Clinton Lane

Railton is a small town located 20km inland from Devonport, on the north-west coast of Tasmania. The town was originally named Redwater Creek, and became Railton after the construction of the tramway line in the 1860s. Early settlers to the area, mainly farmers and timber workers, lived in slab huts and by the 1900s, Railton had a flourishing timber trade with two sawmills. The towns wide main street was originally built for the bullock teams making their way to the railway station to unload the produce and timber, while the cement works and lime works give an insight into the past of the town.Railway Park which is located on The Esplanade, just off Foster Street, offers those with self-contained vehicles parking for up to 96 hours. Sites are free of charge, and visitors will have access to a dump point and potable water. Railton is a fantastic place to visit and immerse yourself in the rich history and culture that the town has on offer. The Looking Glass Cottage is a magical experience of fibre optic displays. The cottage houses many animated fibre optic lamps, Christmas trees and decorations and gift ideas from lava and glitter lamps. The Looking Glass Cottage also has the Visitor Information Centre, where free guided tours of the topiary can be arranged. The nearby streams and Mersey River offer trout and fly fishing and swimming. Tourist/Visitor Centre       Railton VIC, 5 Pioneer Cres, Sheffield TASPh: 03 6491 1036kvic@kentish.tas.gov.auwww.sheffieldcradleinfo.com.au or www.kentish.tas.gov.auCasual Parking       Railway Park, Esplanade, RailtonShort Term Parking           Railway Park, Esplanade, Railton (96hr)CMCA RV Park - 15 Esplanade, $3.00 per site per night and an additional fee of $2.00 per person per night (members), $15pvpvn non CMCA Members, 14 night max stay in any 21 day period, dump point, potable water, pets on lead welcomeDump Point  Railway Park, Esplanade, RailtonPotable Water          Railway Park, Esplanade, RailtonHospital        Bass Hwy, Latrobe, Ph: 03 6426 5111Doctors Surgery     Medical Centre, 1 Henry St Sheffield, Ph: 03 6491 1166Pharmacy     33 Foster St, Railton TAS, PH: 03 6496 1023Supermarket            IGA, 46 Main St, Sheffield, Ph: 03 6491 1306; IGA, 79 Gilbert St, Latrobe, Ph: 03 6426 1151