RV Friendlies & Events

Located two hours north of Melbourne and one hour south of Albury, Benalla is a regional town that sits on the Broken River. RV travellers passing through town will find short-term parking available at Jaycee Island and Benalla Showground. Jaycee Island offers parking for self-contained vehicles for up to 48 hours at no cost and Benalla Showground offers parking for up to 48 hours at $15 per vehicle per night. A dump point, along with potable water, can be sourced at Benalla Airport. Wander through immaculate parks and gardens, view contemporary Australian art and discover the story of Victoria's most famous bushranger, Ned Kelly. Visitors should time a trip during one of the fantastic annual events including Wall to Wall Street Art, motorsport at Winton Raceway and the Benalla Festival.Tourist/Visitor Information Centre14 Mair St, BenallaPh: 03 5762 1749www.enjoybenalla.com.auCasual Parking (near retail centre)Lowry Place, Bridge St W near art gallery, Bridge St E near Aldi & WoolworthsShort Term ParkingJaycee Island, Fawckner Dr48hrs, self-contained vehicles only, nil charge, pets on lead, bins on site.Benalla Showground, Cecil St48hrs, self-contained vehicles only, $15pvpn, pets on lead, bins on site, toiletsDump PointBenalla Airport, Hanger LaneLat: -36.552689, Long: 145.996896Potable WaterBenalla Airport, Hanger LaneNot far from dump point.Hospital45-63 Coster St – Ph: 03 5761 4222Doctors Surgery30 Carrier St – Ph: 03 5762 2033Dentist50 Carrier St – Ph: 03 5762 4430Pharmacy27/29 Bridge St E – Ph: 03 5762 7575Supermarket49-59 Smythe St – Ph: 03 5760 4025

Alpana is a working sheep station in the heart of the Flinders Ranges perfectly situated for exploring the central Flinders Ranges region and enjoying the spectacular scenery, gorges, plants, birds and animals, bushwalks, 4WD tracks and more...Your hosts, David and Sally Henery and John and Keziah Henery, love to welcome visitors to their property. There is so much to see and do in this special part of South Australia they know you will love it as much as they do.It is so easy to get to Alpana! You will find it 55km north of Wilpena Pound and 5km south of Blinman. Alpana's homestead is easily accessed by 2WD vehicles and standard vans on a fully sealed road from Wilpena Pound.The ‘Horse-yards’ campgroundBush camping with pit toilet per site. The Horse-yards campground is set on the banks of the Blinman Creek in the Parachilna Gorge, about 1km west of Angorichina Village, 17km from Blinman and about 23km by road from Alpana Homestead. You need to collect a key from the Alpana homestead to access the area. The Horse-yards is closed to the general public and set off the road to ensure your privacy. This scenic bush camping area is accessible only by high clearance vehicles and vans and has four separate camp sites along the creek bank. Each site has its own fire pit, pit toilet and shady trees, and at least 300m from your nearest neighbours. Each Horse-yards camp site is large enough to support multiple vehicles in your group. Spring water sometimes flows in the creek bed, season dependent.Rates: $25 per vehicle per night.‘Bill's Paddock’ campgroundBush camping with shared pit toilet facilities. Near the Alpana homestead, 5km south of Blinman. Accessible to standard cars and vans. Choose your favourite spot on the southern bank of Butler's Creek, surrounded by giant River Red Gums and native pine trees. Bill's Paddock campground is a large open area. A maximum of six bookings is allowed at any one time to ensure everyone has plenty of space.Rates: $20 per vehicle per night.

Boonah is located just one hour's drive from Brisbane and a half hour drive from the Gold Coast. The region is known as the Scenic Rim, encompassing vast mountain ranges, rainforests, valleys and peaceful lakes. Boonah is a great place to enjoy some laid back shopping, with an array of galleries featuring talented local artists specialising in painting, photography and sculpture. The Templin Museum showcases the rich farming history of the region with its strong German influence. Parking is available in Walter, Park and Railway Streets, all within walking distance of the shops. While browsing take the opportunity to relax in one of the many cafes. Potable water and a dump point are located at Boonah Showground Caravan Park.The friendly volunteers at the VIC will be only too happy to help you with information. Pick up the brochures for the four themed drive tours, all with their own unique character. The Colourful Characters Trail for history, Inspiration Trail for those who appreciate art, Serenity Trail for the outdoors, and the bird watchers can follow the Feathered Friends Trail. Visit some of the national parks where you can take a day hike or a short stroll to enjoy spectacular views. Sample the local wines at Kooroomba Vineyards, just a short drive town. Boonah is a very friendly country town and the locals are proud of where they live. So, when visiting this area, don't forget to ask a local to find that special place to visit.Tourist/Visitor Centre       Bicentennial Park, 20 Boonah-Fassifern Rd, Boonah QLDPh: 07 5463 2233vic@scenicrim.qld.gov.auwww.scenicrim.qld.gov.auCasual Parking       Walter St, Park St & Railway StShort & Long Term Parking        Boonah Showground Caravan Park, Ph: 07 5463 4080, (96hr); Free overnight parking for self contained vehicles available VIC car park from 4.00pm - 8.00am, (24hr); Kalbar Showground Caravan Park, George St, Ph: 07 5463 7360Dump Point  Boonah Showground Caravan Park, Melbourne StPotable Water          Boonah Showground Caravan Park, Boonah VICHospital        Leonard St, Ph: 07 5463 3300Doctors Surgery     High St, Ph: 07 5463 1200; Leonard St, Ph: 07 5463 2266Dentist           Yeates Ave, Ph: 07 5463 1034Pharmacy     Terry Foote Pharmacy, High St, Ph: 07 5463 1542Supermarket            IGA Supermarket, 58 High St, Ph: 07 5463 1031