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Set on the western fall of the Blue Mountains, Oberon is a vibrant community with a rich history. Dominated by stunning natural landscapes, Oberon and the surrounding area is highlighted by a tapestry of rolling farmland, pine forests, steep cliffs and caves.RV travellers love to visit Oberon, an historic town that offers ample services and facilities to accommodate its visitors. Parking is available for self-contained vehicles at The Reef Camping Area. Lengths of stays can be negotiated, and there is no charge to stay at this site. Facilities available include bins, water, barbecues and covered seating. Travellers are invited to bring along their furry friends if they are kept on leads. A dump point is accessible at the corner of Albion and North Streets, and potable water is available at the visitor information centre.Lake Oberon, on the edge of town, is open all year round for freshwater fishing, kayaking and other non-powered boats. There is plenty to explore along the town’s main street, which boasts a variety of shopping outlets, 2 large supermarkets, 4 museums and a holiday park.Tourist/Visitor Information CentreOberon Visitor Information Centre48 Ross St, OberonPh: 02 6329 8210www.visitoberon.comCasual Parking (near retail centre)Ross St adjacent to Ray White Real Estate and outside of the VIC; at rear of Anglican Church on Queen St.Short & Long Term ParkingThe Reef Camping AreaThe Reef Rd, off Abercrombie Rd OberonSelf-contained vehicles only, negotiable stay limit, nil charge, bins, water, BBQ, water, toilets, covered seating, pets on lead welcomeDump PointCnr Albion & North StsLat: -33.699067, Long: 149.854744Potable WaterOberon Visitor Information Centre48 Ross St, OberonHospitalNorth St, Oberon Ph: 02 6336 6700Doctors Surgery148 Oberon St, Oberon Ph: 02 6336 1505Dentist72 Dart St, Oberon Ph: 02 6336 0902Pharmacy135 Oberon St, Oberon Ph: 02 6336 1466SupermarketIGA, 141 Oberon St Ph: 02 6336 1101Foodworks, 114 Oberon St Ph: 02 6336 1872

Ararat is a city in south-west Victoria, approximately 198km west of Melbourne. The Ararat region is home to numerous towns and villages founded in the 1840's by pioneer farmers herding cattle and sheep. The area fast became a prosperous agricultural district. Ararat was founded following the discovery of gold in 1857, and the subsequent influx of Chinese immigrants. Located near the magnificent Grampians National Park, Ararat is an ideal base to start exploring the region and the best place to start this exploration is the Visitor Information Centre.Visitors to Ararat can find short-term parking at Green Hill Lake. There is no fee to stay here, however a donation is appreciated. A dump point and potable water can be found at Green Hill Lake Reserve camping area.When visiting Ararat, be sure to immerse yourself in the deep history the town has to offer. The Gum San Chinese Heritage Centre gives an insight into the lives of the Chinese miners who discovered one of the world's richest shallow alluvial goldfields in the area.  An interesting relic of Ararat's past, is the J Ward Old County Gaol. Originally built as a gaol, the buildings were transformed in 1887 into an asylum for the criminally insane, where chilling details of the prisoners and their crimes are on display. The Trash & Treasure Market is held every second Sunday of the month at Alexandra Hall across from McDonalds. With the Grampians so close, there are always many interesting walks to take, from the short and easy to the more advanced treks, taking in the views and the native flora and fauna. The Halls Gap Wildlife Park and Zoo, nestled at the foot of the Grampians Ranges, has a wide display of both native and exotic animals and birds.Tourist/Visitor Centre       82 Vincent St, Ararat VICPh: 1800 657 158tourinfo@ararat.vic.gov.auCasual Parking       High St near VIC & High St behind the Civic Centre, near the council offices; Ingor St alongside SafewayShort Term Parking           Green Hill Lake, donation, max stay 5 days without permit, if visitors would like to stay longer they need to obtain a free permit from Ararat Rural City Council, 59 Vincent St, Ararat, opposite the Visitor CentreDump Point  Green Hill Lake Reserve Camping Area.  LAT: -37.296457 LONG: 142.979597.Potable Water          Service Stations, Alexander AveHospital        Girdlestone St, Ph: 03 5352 9300, Email: info@eghs.net.au or visit www.eghs.net.auDoctors Surgery     55 High St, Ph: 03 5352 2311Dentist           220 - 222 Barkly S, Ph: 03 5352 1024Pharmacy     Advantage Pharmacy, 119 Barkly St, Ph: 03 5352 1007; Healthwise Pharmacy, 137 Barkly St, Ph: 03 5352 1114SupermarketAldi, 41-47 Moore St, Ph: 03 8369 3000; Fishers IGA, 41-47 Vincent St, Ph: 03 5352 1020; Safeway, Ingor St, Ph: 03 5352 4377

Bajool Country Hotel is a friendly pub in a small town within the Rockhampton Region of Queensland. Situated on the Bruce Highway, approximately 583 kilometres north-west of Brisbane, visitors can use this as a base while exploring nearby attractions such as Mount Archer National Park and the Capricorn Caves. Gladstone and Rockhampton are both within an hours’ drive also.The owners of Bajool Hotel welcome self-contained RV travellers to stop in for a few days and enjoy their country hospitality. Guests can stay free of charge , with showers, toilets, and bins available. Pets are permitted on leads.The hotel sells counter meals daily, and has a good range of beer and wine available for purchase. Live music, raffles and other regular activities entertain grey nomads and locals alike; visitors are sure to enjoy the relaxed and fun atmosphere of the Bajool Country Hotel.Cost: A security deposit will be required before entering and will be returned within business hours if applicableParking: Self-contained vehicles only, 72hrs, pets on lead, binsOpening Hours: Hotel – 3pm till late, Monday - Saturday. counter meals avail 6pm – 8.30pm. Lunch menu also available