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Featured RV Friendly Events

Melrose Show

Mark your calendar for Saturday 3 October 2026 and head up to the beautiful Melrose Showgrounds for a classic day of rural fun, community spirit and family entertainment! From lively side shows, horse events and livestock displays to craft exhibits, delicious food stalls and kids’ activities, the Melrose Show delivers a full day of country show magic. Set against the picturesque backdrop of Mount Remarkable, it’s the perfect way to celebrate spring, enjoy local culture, and make memories with family and friends. Don’t miss the picnic show of the north!

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QUEENSLAND

Childers Festival

Event date - from 23 July 2026

Childers Festival is a celebration of the people and heritage of Childers and the only festival that closes the Bruce Highway!

Over four days, on the last weekend in July each year, Childers is transformed into an action-packed entertainment hub, concluding with Sunday's famous market day, which regularly sees nearly 40,000 people flock to the small town for celebrity artists and live music from every genre and decade.

The incredible markets feature a highway filled with over 300 stallholders where you can pick up vintage treasures, sample local produce and admire hand-made gems and local arts and craft. Those young and young at heart will also be mesmerised by dance, culture, street performers and carnival rides.

Experience free and ticked events around Childers including Opera by the Lake, Sugar Mill and Cane Fire tours, historical tours and much more!

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TAS

Light Up the West - Strahan Solstice

Dates: 19/06/2026-22/06/2026

Get ready to illuminate your winter at the inaugural Light Up the West on Tasmania’s rugged West Coast.

This unique event combines the magic of light, history, and the adventurous spirit of our people on the West in the depths of a Tassie Winter.
Join us for a free audio-visual light show in Strahan and immerse yourself in unforgettable experiences hosted by locals. Think food, live music, bustling markets, invigorating winter solstice plunges, and more across the region.

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Featured RV Friendly Towns & Destinations

VICTORIA

Heywood - VIC RVFT

Heywood is a small country town situated on the Fitzroy River, 352 kilometres south-west of Melbourne, Victoria. The town was settled by Europeans in the mid-1800s, however prior to this it was occupied by the Gunditjmara people. To the north and east of Heywood is the Budj Bim National Heritage Landscape, containing possibly the worlds’ oldest and most extensive aquaculture and human settlement sites.On the last Saturday in February each year, Heywood comes to life with the ‘Wood, Wine and Roses Festival’. The festival showcases the art and craft of the region, holding competitions for best cut flowers, crafts, painting, woodwork and photography. Gourmet food and wine stalls are available, along with entertainment, parades and rides. It is a fun-filled day for both visitors and locals of all ages.The campsite on Hunter Street East allows parking for up to 48 hours, with a dump point, potable water and bins provided. There is no cost to stay and pets are permitted on leads.Tourist/Visitor Information Centre Portland Visitor Information CentreLee Breakwater Rd, Portland VICP: 03 5522 2130www.glenelg.vic.gov.auCasual Parking (near retail centre)Apex Park, Cameron St, HeywoodShort Term Parking Hunter St East, Heywood, (48hrs), bins, water, pets on lead, nil chargeDump Point Hunter St East, Heywood (Lat Long: -38.1311, 141.6327)Potable Water Hunter St East, HeywoodHospital 21-23 Barclay St, Heywood, ph 03 5527 0555Doctors Surgery 21-23 Barclay St, Heywood, ph 03 5527 0555Pharmacy Keatings Pharmacy, 63-65 Edgar St, Heywood, ph 03 5527 1683Supermarket Daly’s IGA, 60/64 Edgar St, Heywood, ph 03 5527 2286

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NEW SOUTH WALES

Lawrence Tavern - NSW RVFD

Lawrence is a small town in the Clarence Valley of New South Wales, located 647 kilometres north of Sydney and 283 kilometres south of Brisbane. It can be accessed by the Lawrence Car Ferry from Woodford Island, or by driving 30 kilometres north from Grafton.The tavern is offering parking for RVs at the rear of the property for up to 5 nights. Pets on leads are welcome, and showers, toilets, bins, water and power are available. There is no cost to stay, however a donation to the tavern is requested.The Lawrence Tavern has a fun and family friendly atmosphere, offering lunch seven days a week and dinner Tuesday to Sunday. With regular entertainment and activities such as raffles and the fishing club weigh in, there’s always a good reason to stop in, Lawrence Tavern is a perfect spot to relax with a cold beer or wine while overlooking the river.Address: 19 Bridge St, LawrencePhone: 02 6647 7213Cost: Donation $10pvpnParking: Pets on lead, showers, bins, toilets, power, water, 5 nightsOpening Hours: 8am-10pm 7 days, lunch 7 days, dinner Tuesday - Sunday

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QUEENSLAND

Edible Acres Ranch - QLD RVFD

Restricted to booked visitors only Tucked away on a private no-through road in Calavos, Queensland, Edible Acres Ranch offers travellers a peaceful retreat surrounded by sugar cane and small crops. With RVs set well back from the main road, guests enjoy both privacy and security, knowing that access is restricted to booked visitors only. At just $8 per person, per night (with power available for an additional charge), this is an affordable yet welcoming base for those exploring the Bundaberg region. Facilities at Edible Acres Ranch balance comfort with simplicity. Guests have access to toilets, showers, potable water, fire pits, and a shaded undercover area, as well as a camp kitchen complete with barbecues, microwave, and refrigeration. Rubbish bins are provided, and the onsite farmers’ market stall is a highlight, offering fresh produce and free-range eggs straight from the property. With negotiable stay limits, covered seating, and a relaxed country setting, the ranch is an inviting spot for those who appreciate space, security, and a taste of local farm life.Conveniently located, the ranch is just 1.9km from Macadamia Australia Bundaberg, 6.3km from the stunning sands of Coonar Beach, and 7.9km from Hinkler Shopping Centre. Whether you’re after a day by the ocean, a local farm experience, or easy access to town amenities, the property’s position makes it a great choice. Dogs are welcome provided they stay on a leash, making it a pet-friendly stopover for self-contained travellers.

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