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Hopetoun is located on the Henty Highway, 62 kilometres north of Warracknabeal, within the Mallee region. The town is situated on the Yarriambiack Creek and is known as ‘The Gateway to the Parklands’ due to its close proximity to the Wyperfeld, Hattah-Kulkyne and Murray Sunset National Parks.Those visiting Hopetoun can find short-term parking at Lake Lascelles, Austin Street. There are no fees for an unpowered site; however, powered sites will cost $20 per vehicle per night. A dump point is located at the corner of Henty Hwy & Evelyn Street, and potable water can be obtained from Mallee Bush Retreat, on the foreshore of Lake Lascelles.Lake Lascelles is located 400 metres from the town centre and is a popular venue for camping, swimming, fishing and skiing, with BBQ’s, a playground, and a boat ramp on-site. The area also hosts the Mallee Bush Retreat, a unique community owned accommodation village that offers long term parking for RV’s. The neighbouring Lake Corrong is a top fishing spot and a haven for birdlife. The nearby Wyperfeld National Park is one of Victoria's largest national parks and is known for its fauna and flora. There are plenty of things to see here, and a variety of landscapes and walking trails to explore.Tourist/Visitor Centre Gateway BEET (Business Education Employment Training), 75 Lascelles St, Hopetoun VIC Ph: 03 5083 3001Email: gateadmin@bordernet.com.au or gatewaybeet@bordernet.com.au www.hopetounvictoria.com.au Casual Parking Gateway BEET car park, IGA car park & Tool StShort Term Parking   Lake Lascelles, Austin St, pwr $20.00; unpwr nil costLong Term Parking    Mallee Bush Retreat, Lake Lascelles; The Hopetoun Caravan Park, permit fees apply for Hopetoun Caravan ParkDump Point        Cnr Henty Hwy & Evelyn StPotable Water    Mallee Bush Retreat on the foreshore of Lake LascellesHospital    12 Mitchell Plc, Ph: 03 5083 2000Doctors Surgery         Mitchell Plc, Ph: 03 5083 2080Pharmacy 18 Austin St, Ph: 03 5083 3002Supermarket     IGA, 14 Austin St, Ph: 03 5083 3020

Yandanooka is located in the mid-west region of Western Australia, 348km north of Perth. The name comes from an Aboriginal term meaning ‘plenty of hilly country in sight’. Thomas Whitfield was the first European settler to the region in the 1850s, and when the Midland Railway opened in 1895, a siding was built at the current town site. Later the siding was moved 4 kilometres south, and in 1919 the town was gazetted.For those visiting the region, The Yandanooka Town Hall offers parking for self-contained vehicles for up to 72 hours, free of charge. Toilets are available, and pets on leads are permitted.Yandanooka Town Hall is the perfect base to explore all the region has the offer, as it is ideally located 20 minutes from the town of Three Springs, where you will find a variety of services including doctor and dentist. The region is best visited during ‘Wildflower Season’ between August and September.Address: Travel along Midlands Rd, turn onto Yandanooka North East Road, follow for approx. 400m (first parking and is found directly off the first bend)Cost: Nil chargeParking: 72hrs, pets on lead, toilets, self-contained vehicles onlyOpening Hours: 7days

Glenorchy is Tasmania’s fourth largest city. It is located on the western shore of the River Derwent below the imposing, Mount Wellington. Settled in 1804, Glenorchy was primarily an agricultural centre for the first 100 years of its settlement, until the zinc smelter at Lutana commenced operations and transformed Glenorchy into the industrial hub of southern Tasmania. For those passing through, the area offers plenty of scenic locations to go for a walk, from a foreshore stroll to challenging bushwalks in the foothills of Mount Wellington. There are also a wide variety of attractions to visit including ‘MONA’ - The Museum of Old and New Art - the largest privately funded museum in the southern hemisphere. Situated at 655 Main Road, Berriedale, it is one of the only Australian travel experiences that offer an internationally significant museum and art gallery, fine dining, wine bar, a vineyard, cellar door tastings and accommodation.Those visiting Glenorchy can find short and long-term parking at Royal Hobart Showground, 2 Howard Rd. Unpowered sites are available for $30 per vehicle per night and powered sites are available for $35 per vehicle per night; however, these rates are only offered to CMCA members once a valid membership card is presented. Stays are limited to 14 days and access to the dump point and potable water is included. There are plenty of attractions to see and plenty of activities to engage in within the Glenorchy region. The Intercity Cycleway from Claremont to Hobart offers easy access to attractions such as MONA, the Cadbury Visitor Centre and GASP! The world-renowned Glenorchy Mountain Bike Park is located at the mountain end of Tolosa Street and the Mount Wellington North-South bike track.Tourist/Visitor Centre       Council Offices, 374 Main Rd, Glenorchy TASPh: 03 6216 6800Information map, Brooker Hwy, Montrose Baywww.visitglenorchy.com.au or www.gcc.tas.gov.auCasual Parking       Anfield St, near the aquatic centreShort & Long Term Parking        Royal Hobart Showground, 2 Howard Rd, Unpwr $30 PVPN, Pwr $40 PVPN with $5 discount for CMCA Members, on valid Membership Card presentation, water and other facilities come at extra charge, (max 14 days); Treasure Island Caravan Park - overnightDump Point  Montrose Bay Reserve, Foreshore Road, Montrose Potable Water          Royal Hobart Showground; Montrose Bay Yacht ClubHospital        48 Liverpool St, Hobart, Ph: 03 6222 8308Doctors Surgery     Glenorchy Medical Centre, 346 Main Rd, Ph: 03 6274 0800Dentist           15 Regina St, Glenorchy, Ph: 03 6273 0486; 355 Main Rd, Glenorchy, Ph: 03 6273 1377Pharmacy     Terry White Pharmacy, Shop 14, Cooper St, Ph: 03 6272 4313; Elizabeth Hope Priceline Pharmacy, 346 Main Rd, Ph: 03 6272 7138Supermarket            Coles, Northgate Shopping Centre, Ph: 03 6273 1555; Woolworths Glenorchy, Cooper St, Ph: 03 6211 6411