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Goomeri is a rural town located in the Gympie local government area and is 180 kilometres north-west of Brisbane. It has a small, friendly population of 500 residents. The town is surrounded by beef cattle and dairy grazing country intersected by small ranges and eucalyptus scrub. Rural stations and homesteads were established with European settlement around 1846. Goomeri is said to retain a certain ‘old world charm’, this is reflected in the preservation of its many historic buildings constructed during its agricultural heyday (1930s - 1960s). The art deco inspired Memorial Clock was built in 1939 and is considered one of the towns favourite landmarks. Goomeri boasts a variety of local gourmet food producers including specialty cheeses, olives, and award winning pies. The township lies within easy reach of the South Burnett wine district with numerous vineyards and cellar doors in close proximity. The recently refurbished public park in Goomeri’s town centre now provides an attractive rest stop for visitors to this attractive regional town.Visitors to the town can find short-term parking at Goomeri Showground, cnr Moore St & Laird St (Burnett Hwy). Parking is available for 96 hours, however prior arrangements can be made for extended stays by phoning 07 4168 4177. Parking will cost $15 per vehicle per night for an unpowered site and $20 per vehicle per night for power, and visitors have access to potable water (fee) and a dump point. Goomeri is home to Australia’s only Pumpkin Festival, a free, family-friendly event which is held in late May. The Festival began in the 1990s when farmers were doing it tough and morale was low due to prolonged drought. The highlight of the Pumpkin Festival is the 'Great Australian Pumpkin Roll' down Policeman's Hill. The Festival has expanded to include more pumpkin based competitions including Decorated Pumpkins, Giant Pumpkins and a Pumpkin Quilt Challenge. These events are complemented by market stalls, a heritage and outback street parade, whip cracking, working dog displays, horsemanship displays, roving entertainment and great local food.Tourist/Visitor Centre       Goomeri Information & Heritage Centre, cnr Moore St & Maudsley St, Goomeri QLDPh: 07 4168 4488Casual Parking       Main St; Goomeri ShowgroundShort & Long Term Parking        Goomeri Showground, cnr Moore St & Laird St (Burnett Hwy), (96hr), $15 unpwr, pvpn; $20pwr, pvpn (extended stays by arrangement), Ph: 07 4168 4177Dump Point  Goomeri Showground $2 fee if not staying at the showground - CMCA is working with Council on another potential site for a free dump point.Potable Water          Goomeri Showground, (water has a charge)Hospital        Murgon Hospital (12min), (ambulance transports to Murgon)Doctors Surgery     2/19 Moore St, Ph: 07 4168 4244 (BH); 07 4168 4244 (A/H)Dentist           101 Lamb St, Murgon, Ph: 07 4168 1540Pharmacy     19 Moore St, Ph: 07 4169 7800Supermarket            Foodworks, 20 Boonara St, Ph: 07 4168 4103

Kapunda is located on the Light River, and is situated near the Barossa Valley, just 79km north of Adelaide. If arriving via the southern entrance of the town, visitors will be greeted by Map Kernow, a 7.5m statue that looms over the road as you enter. This is a depiction of the Cornish Miner, in memory of those who settled Kapunda when the copper-mining boom hit the town in the 1840s.The Kapunda Tourist Park on Montefiore Street offers visitors parking for just $20 per vehicle per night, for up to 90 hours. Vehicles must be self-contained, however, visitors can utilise the dump point and potable water for free (no access to toilets and showers). Toilets are available at the Visitor Information Centre. Alternatively, there is a free dump point and potable water available at the Kapunda Harness Racing Club.Davidson Reserve is a delightful spot to stop and catch your breath and relax for a while, and the resident birdlife adds to the tranquility of this quiet location, which is just 500 metres from Kapunda’s main street.Tourist/Visitor Centre       Cnr Main St & Hill St, Kapunda SAPh: 1300 770 301visitorcentre@light.sa.gov.auwww.light.sa.gov.au Casual Parking       Hill St, Kapunda SA (there is one long allocated parking spot, with additional parallel parking avail after the ambulance station)Crase St, KapundaShort Term Parking           Kapunda Tourist Park, Montefiore Street, Kapunda, Unpowered sites $20 single, $25 double To book please call 08 8566 2094 or email enquiries@kapundatouristpark.comDump Point  Kapunda Harness Racing Club, 42 Hancock Rd, Kapunda SAPotable Water          Kapunda Town Square for water bottles only Hospital        Nash St, Kapunda SA, Ph: 08 8566 2007Doctors Surgery     32 Hill St, Kapunda SA, Ph: 08 8566 2900Pharmacy     Kapunda Chemplus, 33 Main St, Kapunda SA, Ph: 08 8566 2052Supermarket            Kapunda Foodworks, 7 Main St, Kapunda SA, Ph: 08 8566 2195; Kapunda IGA, 52-58 Main St, Kapunda SA, Ph: 08 8566 2003

Melrose is the oldest town in the Flinders Ranges and is located 265 kilometres north of Adelaide. There are several heritage-listed sites in Melrose including Jacka’s Brewery, lovely cottages and stores. The Courthouse Heritage Museum offers informative displays and pioneer stories of the way life was in the region’s oldest town.Tourists travelling in self-contained vehicles will find short-term parking available at the showground. Parking costs $10 per vehicle per night, and the length of stay can be negotiated. Access to showers, power and water is available at an additional cost.Melrose Showground is a great place to begin your discovery of the area. Bushwalking in the Mount Remarkable National Park is a great way to explore the area and experience the stunning views from Cathedral Rock and the War Memorial.Cost: $20pvpn, showers, power and water at additional costParking: Negotiable stay limit, pets on lead, m/coverage, bins, toiletsOpening Hours: Open 24hrs 7 days