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Featured RV Friendly Events

NEW SOUTH WALES

Aberdeen Highland Games

Event date - Saturday 4 July 2026

The annual Aberdeen Highland Games takes place on first weekend in July each year and is run in conjunction with the Scottish Australia Heritage Council's Heritage Week.

During the day a number of events take place together with stalls providing food great coffee and Scottish/Celtic displays all of which represent traditional Celtic culture and recreation.

The games are a gathering of pipe bands, Clans, dancers, heavy event participants, to help celebrate the Scottish/Celtic history of the Upper Hunter. There are a number of novelty events for children.

Parking is free attendants will guide you in.

More information available HERE.

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NEW SOUTH WALES

Hay Pro Rodeo

Event date: Saturday 28 February - Saturday 18 April 2026

It's always a great day/night at the Hay Pro Rodeo. This event brings pro rodeo riders from all over the country, performing for you and competing for the prize, promising an unforgettable evening.

Events include bull riding, saddle bronc, steer riding, bareback, barrel racing, pole buck jump, team roping, steer wrestling, rope and tie, junior barrel, breakaway roping, and junior steer.

e note that there is no BYO policy. However, full catering and bar facilities will be available on the grounds. Additionally, EFTPOS will be available in all areas of the event.

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QUEENSLAND

Sweet Days Hot Nights Festival

Event date: 28 May 2027

The Sweet Days Hot Nights Festival celebrates the essence of the Burdekin region, renowned as the Sugarcane Capital of Australia, by showcasing its people, produce and culture.

Consisting of two headline events, the Sweet Days Hot Nights Festival starts with the Burdekin Cultural Fair featuring First Fire on Friday night, followed by the Australian Hand Cane Cutting Championships on Saturday at the Home Hill Showgrounds.

The Burdekin Cultural Fair featuring First Fire celebrates the diversity of the Burdekin region bringing together a diverse range of cultures through a variety of culinary delights, interactive activities and captivating entertainment. Don't miss the highlight of the night, the lighting of the first fire of the 2027 sugarcane crushing season. Hear the crackling of the crop burning, smell the sweet essence of the burning sugar and feel the heat of the fire as it tears through the paddock.

The Australian Hand Cane Cutting Championships is the ultimate test of skill and endurance, with competitors swinging their cane knives in hopes to be crowned the Australian Hand Cane Cutting Champion! Spectators will have the opportunity to walk through a paddock of burnt sugarcane, immersing themselves in the dirty, back-breaking work of a by-gone era. This family-friendly event promises great food, live music, captivating entertainment and so much more!

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Featured RV Friendly Towns & Destinations

WESTERN AUSTRALIA

Varley Chicken Ranch - WA RVFD

Varley is a small town located between Hyden and Lake King in the Wheatbelt region of Western Australia. The town is named after the nearby Lake Varley and Varley Rock, which were both named by explorer Frank Hahn in 1901. For those visiting the area, parking is available at Varley Chicken Ranch, which is approximately halfway between Wave Rock and Ravensthorpe, and 418 km south-east of Perth. Varley Chicken Ranch allows parking for up to 48 hours, with payment via a donation box on-site. Toilets, covered seating, barbecues and bins are provided, and pets on leads are welcome.There is plenty to see and do in Varley, which makes the ranch the ideal location to base yourself. A comprehensive museum, a recreation centre and a golf course are all located in town, whilst also located close by is the Rabbit Proof Fence and the abandoned gold mining town Hatters Hill. Cost: Donation box on siteParking: 48hrs, covered seaing, bins, toilets, BBQ, pets on lead, dump pointOpening Hours: 7 days

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VICTORIA

Maffra - VIC RVFT

Maffra is located approximately 220 kilometres east of Melbourne, and is a major service centre for the thriving dairy farming, agriculture, pastoral, horticultural and irrigation district. Maffra is a short detour off the Princes Highway and is close to the towns of Sale, Stratford and Tinamba.Short-term parking is offered to those visiting the area in self-contained vehicles. At nil cost, parking is available for up to 48 hours at Maffra RV Park. Both the dump point and potable water are also located at the park and pets on leads are permitted.Visitors can fish for seasonal trout along the Macalister and Thomson Rivers, or perhaps a journey north may be more appealing where Lake Maggie boasts a great area for boating, waterskiing and camping. Home to a wide variety of riverside recreation, visitors can check out the nearby Stratford Village for art and craft shops, antiques and bric-a-brac.Tourist/Visitor Information Centre96 Johnson St, MaffraPh: 03 5144 1108www.tourismwellington.com.auCasual Parking (near retail centre)Foster St & Johnson St, MaffraShort Term ParkingMaffra RV Park, 187 Johnson St Maffra48hrs, Self-contained vehicles only, pets on lead, mobile phone coverage, water, nil chargeDump PointMaffra RV Park, 187 Johnson St MaffraLat: -37.970167, Long: 146.980329Potable WaterMaffra RV Park, 187 Johnson St MaffraHospital48 Kent St, Ph: 03 5147 0100Doctors Surgery160 Johnson St. Ph: 03 5147 1011Dentist113 Johnson St, Ph: 03 5147 1300Pharmacy110 Johnson St, Ph: 03 5147 1504Supermarket95 Johnson St, Ph: 03 5139 2640

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VICTORIA

Casterton - VIC RVFT

Casterton is located along the Glenelg River in Victoria, approximately 42 kilometres east of the South Australian border. The area surrounding Casterton is picturesque with its rolling hills, and sheep, cattle and dairy farms spread throughout the landscape. Casterton is famous for being the birthplace of the Kelpie, a working dog breed that originated in the early 1870s at the Warrock Homestead. The town celebrates its connection with the Kelpie by holding the Casterton Kelpie Muster each year and has also developed a walking trail that showcases 5 unique sculptures that depict the life and times of the Kelpie.RV travellers can enjoy a leisurely stay at the Ess Lagoon campground on McPherson Street. Up to 1 month stay is allowed, and there is no charge. A dump point and potable water can be found nearby at Island Park Caravan Park.Visitors to Casterton will discover many natural attractions in the area, including Bilstons Tree, a larger river red gum standing 40 metres high, and the ancient granite boulders called ‘Baileys Rocks’ within the Dergholm State Park.Tourist/Visitor Information Centre 3 Racecourse Rd, Casterton VICP: 03 5581 2070www.glenelg.vic.gov.auCasual Parking Murray St East, CastertonShort & Long Term Parking Ess Lagoon, McPherson St, (max 1 month stay), nil charge, pets on leadDump Point Island Park C/P, Casterton, adj to the C/P toilet blockPotable Water Island Park C/P, CastertonHospital 63-69 Russell St, Casterton, ph 03 5554 2555Doctors Surgery Russell House, 67-69 Russell St, Casterton, ph 03 5554 2655Dentist TN Halloran, 218 Henty St, Casterton, ph 03 5581 1228Pharmacy Casterton Pharmacy, 93 Henty St, Casterton, ph 03 5581 1703Supermarket Foodworks, 50 Henty St, Casterton, ph 03 5581 1003

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