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Set on the sloping banks of the Darling River, the town of Pooncarie is a former river port where paddle-steamers loaded with wool bales anchored. This village is a delightful stop on the way to magnificent Mungo National Park, part of the Willandra Lakes Region World Heritage Area. Pooncarie offers RV travellers a fantastic parking option at Pooncarie Multipurpose Park on Wakefield Oval Road. Lengths of stays can be negotiated, and sites are just $10 per vehicle per night. Parking is only available for self-contained vehicles; however, showers, bins and toilets are available on site. A dump point and potable water are also accessible at this location. A visit to Pooncarie is sure to keep visitors on their toes with so much to see and do. A great day out is Pooncarie Field Day, a biennial celebration of all things rural. With 100 rural exhibits, sheep shearing and competitions for the kids, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Another popular event is the annual Pooncarie Race Cup Meeting, a classic outback race day for the racing enthusiast. Tourist/Visitor Information CentreWentworth Visitor Information Centre66 Darling St, WentworthPh: 03 5027 5080www.visitwentworth.com.auCasual Parking (near retail centre)Tarcoola StShort & Long Term ParkingPooncarie – Multipurpose ParkWakefield Oval Rd$10pvpn, negotiable stay limit, self-contained only, showers, bins, BBQ, toilets, water, covered seating, pets on lead welcome.Dump PointPooncarie – Multipurpose ParkWakefield Oval RdLat: -33.3801, Long:142.5647Potable WaterPooncarie – Multipurpose Park, Wakefield Oval RdHospitalNearest Hospital at Mildura – Ph: 03 5022 3333Doctors SurgeryNearest Doctor is at Wentworth – Ph: 03 5027 2366PharmacyNearest Pharmacy is at Wentworth – Ph: 03 5027 3121SupermarketConvenience Store, 27 Tarcoola St – Ph: 03 5029 5267

Yarram is situated in the South Gippsland, and is only 2.5 hours from Melbourne. The town was gazetted in 1893; however, was originally known as ‘Yarram Yarram’ until 1924; the origins of the name are thought to have originated from an Aboriginal phrase meaning ‘plenty of water’. Today, Yarram is still a rural farming town with a population of 2,100 people. Yarram offer RV travellers a wide variety of free services, including 24 hour parking at Tarra River Rec Area, 96 hour parking at White Woman’s Waterhole, and a dump point and potable water which can be found along Buckley Street.Yarram is a wonderful place to visit, especially for RV travellers. The town is in close proximity to Ninety Mile Beach, the spectacular cool rainforest of the Tarra-Bulga National Park, the Strzelecki Ranges and Wilsons Promontory. Tourist/Visitor Centre       Yarram VIC & Art Gallery8 Rodger St, Yarram VICPh: 03 5182 6553 Open 10.00am - 3.00pmCasual Parking       Lawler St (behind Library)Short Term Parking           Tarra River Rest Area, South Gippsland Hwy, 24hr; Port Albert Foreshore, 24hrLong Term Parking            White Woman's Waterhole, Won Wron Woddside Rd, (96hr)Dump Point  Railway AvePotable Water          Railway AveHospital        Yarram District Health Service, 20 Nicol St, Ph: 03 5182 0222Pharmacy     Advantage Pharmacy, 199 commercial Rd, Ph: 03 5182 5005; Neilson's Pharmacy, 247 Commercial Rd, Ph: 03 5182 5042Supermarket            Woolworths, 17 James St, Ph: 1300 767 969; Foodworks, 261 Commercial Rd, Ph: 03 5182 5003

Geeveston is a small town located in southern Tasmania, approximately 62 kilometres south west of Hobart. Situated in the picturesque Huon Valley, Geeveston is surrounded by rolling hills, lush green valleys and apple orchids. The town has a history of forestry and apple growing, however, tourism is now a major focus for the township.The Geeveston Ex Servicemen & Women’s Club is found approximately one kilometre south of the town centre, on Memorial Drive. With parking available for up to 96 hours, the club makes an ideal camping base while exploring the local area. Fees are set at a low $10 per vehicle per night, with a stay three nights get the fourth for free option. Toilets, bins and water are available and pets are permitted on leads. The club welcomes donations from guests staying and using the facilities.The town itself has many creative shops and eateries, and the main street features hand-carved timber sculptures of famous locals. Just outside of Geeveston is the popular Tahune Airwalk, with its treetop walkways and views across the Picton and Huon Rivers.Cost: $10pvpn, stay 3 nights 4th night freeParking: Toilets, water, bins, 96hrs, pets on lead, mobile serviceOpening Hours: Some meals available, see club for details