RV Friendlies & Events

Hallett Recreation Area is located in Hallett, a small town in the mid-north region of South Australia, and is situated on the Barrier Highway, approximately 38 kilometres south-east of Jamestown and 34 kilometres north of Burra.Visitors can find the recreation area one kilometre from the Highway and main tourist route for Flinders, Broken Hill and Adelaide. Here, sites are available at a cost of $15 per vehicle per night. A 48 hour time limit applies. Call caretaker on 0413 679 883.Hallett Recreation Reserve is a popular option for many visitors while exploring the scenic hillside of the mid-north region of South Australia. This picturesque and tranquil area is ideal for a relaxing getaway, and nearby are enjoyable walking and bicycle trails that weave through the stunning region.Contact: Hallett Mini Mart, Barrier Hwy, HallettPhone: 0413 679 883Parking: West Terrace, through Memorial Gates to far side of oval behind Grandstand, 48hrs, $15pvpn. All bookings are to be made with the caretaker on 0413 679 883 (will also provide facility keys). 

Gayndah is a town located on the Burnett River in Queensland, with the Burnett Highway passing through the area. It is 366 kilometres north of Brisbane, and 145 kilometres west of Maryborough. Gayndah lies at the heart of Queensland's citrus area and proudly claims to be the ‘Orange Capital of Queensland'. Many fine historic buildings line the main street, representing Edwardian, Federation and Art Deco styles. A unique collection of early designed railway bridges offer the railway enthusiast an insight into early bridge structure and engineering.Zonhoven Park, located on the Burnett Highway, is the ideal destination to explore the town. Self-contained travellers are welcome to stay here for 24 hours at no-cost, with access to a dump point and potable water also available on-site.The area's undulating countryside offers several lookouts including Archer's Lookout, Binjour Lookout and Mt Gayndah - with views over the citrus orchards, Burnett River Valley and rural countryside.Tourist/Visitor Centre       Gayndah Museum & Information Centre, 8 Simon St, Gayndah QLDPh: 1300 696 272admin@northburnett.qld.gov.au.Casual Parking       Anzac Parade (Lions Park) has space for large vehicles/motor homes etc to park and also the side streets off the main shopping area in Capper St plus and all side streetsShort Term Parking           Zonhoven Park, Burnett Hwy, (24hr), nil costLong Term Parking            Thompson’s CrossingDump Point  Temporarily Closed for works.Zonhoven Park, Burnett HwyPotable Water          Zonhoven Park, Burnett HwyHospital        Warton St, Ph: 07 4161 3571Doctors Surgery     Queen St, Ph: 07 4161 1666Dentist           69 Warton St, Ph: 07 4161 3571Pharmacy     Capper St, Ph: 07 4161 1304Supermarket            IGA, Capper St, Ph: 07 4161 1844

Franklin is a small town located between Huon and Geeveston, in the south-east of Tasmania. The towns close proximity to Hobart and its heritage appeal have made this pretty town a favourite for sea-changers and visitors alike. The Progress Association and Franklin Township Development Committee have worked hard and succeeded in ensuring their town is welcoming and friendly. Franklin Visitor Information Centre is located at the Wooden Boat Centre on Main Street. The Centre also houses a Wooden Boat Discovery Centre, where visitors can enter the wonderful world of wooden boats, the history, construction and the tools used to create these vessels. Visitors can also witness students at work at the Wooden Boat School, as they hone their skills in this masterful trade. A major wooden project craft is launched from the Centre every 14 months.Franklin Foreshore Reserve offers visitors access to short and long-term parking. Guests can stay for a maximum of 96 hours and sites are $15 per vehicle per night, which includes the use of a dump point and access to potable water.Franklin is a wonderful place to visit, with the town hosting regular events, some of which include the Focus on Franklin Festival, the Franklin Flower Show, the Huon Agricultural Show and annual rowing events on the Huon River. It is the towns calm waters, productive soils, vast forests, and closeness to Hobart that gives Franklin great advantages that continue to delight all who visit the Huon area.Tourist/Visitor Centre       Huon Valley Visitor Centre, 2273 Huon Hwy, Huonville TASPh: 03 6264 0326huon.vic@huonvalley.tas.gov.auwww.huontrail.org.auCasual Parking       Opp Village Green, Main StShort & Long Term Parking        Franklin Foreshore Res, E off Huon Hwy, (96hr), $15.00 pvpn (unavailable weekend of November Festival)Dump Point  Franklin Foreshore Res, E off Huon HwyPotable Water          Franklin Foreshore Res, E off Huon HwyHospital        Royal Hobart, 48 Liverpool St, Hobart, Ph: 03 6222 0308 (45min)Doctors Surgery     49 Main St, Ph: 03 6264 1666, AH 1300 780 011; Health Centre, 85 Main St, Huonville, Ph: 03 6264 2800Dentist           89 Main St, Huonville, Ph: 03 6264 1922; 127 Main St, Huonville, Ph: 03 6264 2711Pharmacy     59 Main St Huonville, Ph: 03 6264 1196, (4.5km)Supermarket            Festival IGA, 19 Main St, Huonville, Ph: 03 6264 1466; Woolworth, 69-79 Main St, Huonville, Ph: 03 6264 8600; Small general store in Franklin