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Featured RV Friendly Events

NEW SOUTH WALES

Streaky Bay Family Fish Day

Event date: 4 January 2026

Streaky Bay Tourism and Business Association Inc. presents the annual and popular Family Fish Day on the iconic Streaky Bay Jetty.

There are big cash prizes for keen anglers who land the big one, and Killas, Streaky Bay will sell bait onsite for a bargain rate.

Registered anglers 18 years and under will receive a prize bag. A rod and reel is awarded to the unluckiest angler and on-the-spot giveaways for those serious anglers who are proving their merit. This ensures that most anglers walk away with prize money and/or as assortment of small fishing tackle items.

A catch-and-release policy is encouraged for the event.

A sausage sizzle and refreshments will be available from mid morning.

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NEW SOUTH WALES

Hartwood Campfires and Country Music

Event date: 2026 dates TBC (held annually during the Easter holidays).

Every Easter the gates of Hartwood, just south of Tambar Springs, open for the public to enjoy a long-weekend of first-class country music and entertainment in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere.

A campfire stage set amongst the trees presents a combination of professional and ‘walk-up’ artists and performers every night, from Monday through to Sunday.

Meanwhile, a second stage provides non-stop professional country music and bush poetry entertainment from Friday afternoon and all day Saturday and Sunday.

Campers are encouraged to come early and most do.

Hartwood has been called the people’s festival – pets and children attend for free. Hundreds of caravans, motorhomes, camper trailers, and a sprinkling of tents gather here for the week to enjoy the great country music entertainment, a laid-back camping experience, and a special camaraderie with their fellow country music fans.

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NEW SOUTH WALES

Parkes Elvis Festival

Event Date: 8 January - 12 January 2026.

The Parkes Elvis Festival is held every year in the second week in January, coinciding with Elvis Presley’s birthday. Going into its 33rd year, the Festival continues to grow – with over 200 events across five fabulous, fun-filled days.

Officially endorsed by the estate of Elvis Presley, Elvis Presley Enterprises Inc. in Memphis, Parkes Elvis Festival hosts a number of live entertainment including the official Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest (the winner representing Australia in Memphis, USA), Feature concert series starring a special guest artist, Evolution Mining Northparkes Operations street parade, renewal of vows ceremony, Miss Priscilla Competition and many free live concerts, competitions and prizes.

Recognised as one of the top three Festivals and Events in Australia, the Festival attracts over 22,000 fans, both nationally and internationally, having a global reach of more than 200 million with exposure in the United States, the United Kingdom and Asia.

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Featured RV Friendly Towns & Destinations

VICTORIA

Korumburra - VIC RVFT

Korumburra is set amongst the rolling hills on the edge of the Strzelecki Ranges, 115 kilometres south-east of Melbourne. This town is often referred to as the gateway to Prom Country, South Gippsland, with a population of 4,500 people. The town has a rich history as it is part of the Great Forest of Gippsland. A visit to Korumburra will be enjoyable, with many great cafés, bakeries, hotels, and food outlets available.Short-term parking for self-contained vehicles is available at Korumburra Showgrounds, on Elizabeth Street - a maximum stay limit of 48 hours applies. Unpowered sites cost $10 per vehicle per night, and access to bins, toilets, power and a barbecue is included. A dump point is located on-site, as is potable water. Please be mindful that the grounds are available for multiple use, and with a number of events taking place on-site, parking may not always be available.Visitors can step back in time at Coal Creek Community Park & Museum, with more than 50 buildings and exhibits showcasing the coal mining history of the area from the 1870s to the 1920s. Ride the bush tramway, feed the ducks, purchase old fashioned confectionery in the general store or simply enjoy the 36 hectares of natural surrounds with a picnic in one of the many scenic spots around the park. Entry is free.Tourist/Visitor Information CentreVIC site closed. Please still call number below for information.Ph: 1800 630 704infocentre@southgippsland.vic.gov.auwww.visitpromcountry.com.auCasual Parking (near retail centre)Little Commercial St between King & Radovick Sts KorumburraShort Term ParkingKorumburra ShowgroundsElizabeth St, Korumburra VICSelf-contained vehicles only, 48hrs, $10pvpn unpowered $20pvpn powered, pets on lead, mobile coverage, bins, toilets, covered seating, power, BBQ, water.There are some restrictions throughout the year when camping will be unavailable or restricted.Dump PointKorumburra ShowgroundsElizabeth St, Korumburra VICLat: -38.42815, Long: 145.81734Potable WaterKorumburra ShowgroundsElizabeth St, Korumburra VICHospitalBridge St, Korumburra – Ph: 03 5654 2777Doctors Surgery50 Radovick St, Korumburra – Ph: 03 5655 1355DentistKorumburra Family Dental Surgery, 1 Radovick St, Korumburra – Ph: 03 5655 1026Korumburra Dental, 7/43-49 Commercial St, Korumburra - Ph: 03 5655 1816PharmacyTerry White Chemmart, 43 Commercial St – Ph: 03 5655 1555Chemsave Pharmacy, 3 South Railway Cres – Ph: 03 5655 2134SupermarketIGA, 1 South Railway Cres – Ph: 03 5654 0555

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QUEENSLAND

Baralaba - QLD RVFT

Baralaba is situated on the Dawson River in Central Queensland and is located 160 kilometres south-west of Rockhampton and 667 kilometres north-west of Brisbane. It was once an important coal mining area, but is now a thriving beef/stud cattle, grain and irrigated crop farming district. Baralaba is an Aboriginal word meaning ‘Land of the Blue Mountain’. Mt Ramsay, the large ‘blue mountain’ dominates the skyline around the town. Located 14 kilometres south-east of town, it is a popular hiking spot, with spectacular views of the surrounding districts from the top. There are a number of annual events held in the town, such as the Agricultural Show in May, an annual Art Exhibition and the Baralaba Saratoga Classic Fishing Competition in October. The town is also host to many sporting tournaments. There are water sports on the river, a golf course, tennis courts, a bowling green and a farm stay, where horse riding is available. Visitors are encouraged to join in the activities and can find out what’s happening from notices in shop windows or by asking the locals.Those visiting Baralaba can find short-term parking at Neville Hewitt Weir, and can park for up to 48 hours. Potable water is available here, and a dump point is located on Wooroonah Rd.Everything you need for your stay is available in town, including groceries, a drink or meals at the pub, mechanical repairs and fuel. There is also a newsagency, post office and ATM’s. So, when visiting the Dawson River, be sure to make Baralaba your base.Tourist/Visitor Centre Landcare & Community Centre, cnr Stopford St & Ashfield St, Baralaba QLDOnly open Wednesdayswww.sandstonewonders.com Casual Parking Stopford StShort Term Parking Neville Hewitt Weir, (7days); Baralaba Showgrounds, Wooroonah Rd, 07 4998 1581 $10pvpn poweredDump Point Wooroonah Rd (near showgrounds)Potable Water Neville Hewitt WeirHospital Baralaba Multipurpose Health Service, Stopford St, Ph: 07 4998 2800Doctors Surgery 1 Stopford St, Ph: 07 4998 1233Pharmacy Moura Pharmacy, Marshall St, Ph: 07 4997 1476, delivers to town twice weekly, (50km); Baralaba hospital has a dispensary for urgent suppliesSupermarket 29 Stopford St, Ph: 07 4998 1351

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SOUTH AUSTRALIA

Millicent - SA RVFT

Millicent is located in South Australia and is estimated to be about 469 kilometres west of Melbourne, 401 kilometres southeast of Adelaide, and 50 kilometres north of Mount Gambier. The town was first proclaimed in 1870 after a township was developed on the limestone ridge in the centre of the Millicent flats. It is named after Millicent Glen, daughter of the first Anglican Bishop of Adelaide and wife of one of the early pioneers. Millicent soon became well known as a major rural centre for the South Coast and population grew as pine plantations developed in the nearby ranges. Today, the local industries include paper and pulp manufacturing, as well as a variety of crops, such as blue gum and pine plantations.Visitors to Millicent can find overnight parking in rest areas north and south of the towns centre on the Princes Highway. Stays are free of charge and are limited to 24 hours. A dump point and potable water are located at the Visitors Information Centre.While in town you will be spoilt for choice; from the historical museums and native wildlife reserves to the walking trails and magnificent views of natural wonders, you will be planning your return visit before you have even left the region. The Living History Museum, located next door to the Information Centre, has evolved around the old school house. The Millicent, Victoriana, Aboriginal and Natural History rooms are located here and include over 20 fully restored horse drawn vehicles which are an impressive feature of the Museum.Tourist/Visitor Centre 1 Mount Gambier Rd, Millicent SAPh: 08 8733 0904Millicent@wattlerange.sa.gov.auwww.wattlerange.sa.gov.auCasual Parking Millicent VIC, 1 Mount Gambier Rd, Millicent, 30 parking spots, tlts avail, (24hr)Short Term Parking 3.5km north of Millicent on left off Princes Hwy. Max 1 night's stay, or5.7km south of Millicent on right off Princes Hwy. Max 1 night's stay Dump Point Millicent VIC, 1 Mount Gambier Rd, MillicentPotable Water Millicent VIC, 1 Mount Gambier Rd, MillicentHospital Mount Gambier Rd, Millicent, Ph: 08 8733 0100Doctors Surgery Millicent Medical Clinic, 10 Short St, Ph: 08 8733 2200Pharmacy Millicent Chemist & Glen St Pharmacy, George St, Ph: 08 8733 2614; Millicent Chemist & Glen St Pharmacy, Glen St, Ph: 08 8733 2059SupermarketWoolworths, Davenport St; Fosters Foodland, Kentish Place; IGA, George St

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