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Featured RV Friendly Events

QUEENSLAND

Cardwell Pioneers Tour

The Cardwell Pioneer Tours are currently operating every Monday and Thursday morning from 10am at the Visitor Information and Heritage Centre located in Cardwell. The tour incorporates all the buildings in the historic precinct and takes visitors on a fascinating journey of the area’s colourful history as they move through each building. The tour begins at the old Bush Telegraph building which was the Telegraph and Post Office and explains how Cardwell was founded in 1864 as the first port in North Queensland. Over in the Courthouse visitors can gain an understanding of the old judicial system. Several interesting items are on display including the original straight-jackets used in Tully to restrain the more energetic offenders. The old lock-up building was still in use during the1980s at the Cardwell Police Station. The final building is the old Shire Hall which the community used for a multitude of purposes included balls and other formal social events. The tour concludes on the balcony of the Visitor Information Centre where visitors can enjoy a complementary Devonshire Tea while taking in one of the best views in North Queensland overlooking Hinchinbrook Island, Gould Island and the Family Islands

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QUEENSLAND

Kalbar Sunflower Festival Kalbar

Event Date - May 2026 (TBC)

Kalbar Sunflower festival is one of the most talked about and photographed events in southeast Queensland.

Started by Russell and Jenny Jenner in an effort to diversify in a drought, the festival has grown to become a favourite event for tens of thousands of Australians.

At the Kalbar Sunflower Festival we have a huge variety of tasty delights and a curated selection of our favourite food vans and local market stalls. From unique locally handmade products to fashion, food and everything in-between, there’s something on offer for everyone.

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NEW SOUTH WALES

Dungog Rodeo

Event date - 4 April 2026

Come along to the Dungog Rodeo and watch the talented riders test their skills. The rodeo is made up of a wide range of horse and cow events: bareback riding, followed by calf roping, saddle bronc riding, steer wrestling, team roping, barrel racing and as a grand finale bull riding.

It is explosive action, danger, extraordinary skill, and refined talent – and the cowboys and cowgirls who ride are some of the most rugged individualists in athletics, pursuing glory in the dust and mud.

Hot dogs, pluto pups and Aussie steak sandwiches, there is something for the whole family, test your skills on the mechanical bull, Side Shows with rides, hats, clothing, coffee, and ice cream, and watch the fearless cow dogs show their skill at high jumping.

Laugh with the crowd at the action by the clowns and pickup riders in the ring entertaining between the events with a big screen for action replays and a live band. It is a true bush spectacle not to be missed!

Camping is free at the Showground, should you wish to stay on the Saturday night after the rodeo.

No bookings are required.

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Featured RV Friendly Towns & Destinations

SOUTH AUSTRALIA

Overland Corner Hotel - SA RVFD

The historic Overland Corner Hotel is situated 21 kilometres from Barmera in the Riverland, South Australia (1.5 kilometres off the Goyder Highway on a loop road). The building was originally erected in 1859 as a resting place for drovers passing through, and a stopping place for paddle steamers operating on the Murray River, found 680 metres from the hotel. Today, the hotel is a pub as well as a living museum. The hotel offers free unpowered parking to RV travellers, the stay limit is negotiable and access to toilets is possible when the hotel is open. An additional fee for showers is required, and pets on a lead are welcome. Visitors to the hotel can enjoy the walking trails in surrounding reserves (Overland Corner Reserve and Herons Bend Reserve), see water fowl in their habitats as well as fossils exposed on the river cliffs and old quarry walls. With regular live events, several of the finest locally-brewed beers and wines, and a friendly and comfortable atmosphere, the Historic Overland Corner Hotel is a ‘must visit’ location for locals and travellers alike.Cost: Nil cost for unpowered sites. $5 for use of showersParking: No time restriction, bins, pets on lead & toilets available when hotel is open.Opening Hours: Thurs – Sun: 11am - 9pm. Wed: 11am - 4pm. Check website for restaurant opening hours

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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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NEW SOUTH WALES

Bridge Hotel Jingellic - NSW RVFD

The Bridge Hotel is located next to the Murray River at Jingellic, a pretty little town on the New South Wales side of the river. Here, visitors can enjoy good old-fashioned country hospitality at one of Australia’s original country pubs while taking in incredible views of the Murray River and the Snowy Mountains.The Hotel offers RV parking for up to 30 vehicles free of charge, and with ample space available the hotel is also able to accommodate those with big rigs over 11 metres in length. Dinner and lunch are available every day, with six beers available on tap.The Bridge Hotel is a lovely country pub, with a great atmosphere, fantastic meals and beautifully kept camping grounds nestled on the banks of the majestic Murray River. Whilst in the area, canoeing is a treat and Jingellic is the perfect place to go fishing and try to catch a Murray cod. Across the river on the Victorian side are the nearby towns of Walwa and Tintaldra.Address: 3149 River Rd, JingellicCost: Nil chargeParking: Suitable for vehicles over 11m, room for up to 30 vehiclesOpening Hours: Approx 11am - 1pm daily.

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