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Featured RV Friendly Events

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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QLD

140th Heritage Festival

In Croydon, history doesn’t sit quietly behind glass. It greets you on the street, catches your eye in unexpected corners, and quietly reminds you that this small outback town once played a very big role in Queensland’s story.
In 2026, Croydon celebrates 140 years since gold changed everything, and the Heritage Festival invites you to be part of that story — not just to observe it, but to experience it.

For one special week from 20 to 26 June, the town comes together to celebrate what makes Croydon so deeply loved: its stories, its creativity, and its strong sense of community.

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QUEENSLAND

Bedourie Campdraft, Rodeo, Gymkhana

Event date: 25 September - 27 September 2026

Experience the Bedourie Campdraft, Rodeo, and Gymkhana Weekend—a thrilling showcase of local talent, excitement, and community spirit!

Enjoy the adrenaline-pumping action, indulge in delicious food and refreshing drinks at the bar, and soak in the vibrant atmosphere. This is the quintessential local event you don't want to miss!

While you're in Bedourie, take some time to explore the charming town, shop for local treasures, and unwind at the soothing thermal artesian spa and pool. For more information, visit the Bedourie Visitor Centre. Join them for an unforgettable weekend!

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Featured RV Friendly Towns & Destinations

NEW SOUTH WALES

Coutts Crossing Tavern - NSW RVFD

Coutts Crossing Tavern offers delicious meals, cold beverages and parking for RV travellers passing through the area. Coutts Crossing is in the Clarence Valley region and approximately 18 kilometres south-west of Grafton. The tavern offers parking for up to 72 hours free of charge. Access to toilets is available and there is water and a barbecue on-site. The small town of Coutts Crossing boasts the tavern, a general store, community hall and church. Over the last twenty-five years, several sporting and community services have been established in the area, including tennis and squash courts as well as football and croquet grounds and a nine- hole golf course. Cost: Nil charge Parking: Tar sealed drive though, continue to northern side of tavern, 72hrs, pets on lead, bins, toilets, BBQ, water, covered seating. Opening Hours: Tavern open 7 days 10am - 10pm

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SOUTH AUSTRALIA

Wudinna - RVFT SA

Wudinna is a small town of 600 people, located approximately 260km west of Port Augusta, SA. It is a wheatbelt town dominated by grain silos and was recently awarded 2024 Agricultural Town of the Year. Wudinna is especially appealing to travellers due to its proximity to the Gawlers Ranges National Park. RV travellers wishing to explore the region can base themselves at Wudinna RV Park, along Naylor Terrace. The cost to stay is $10 per vehicle per night for an unpowered site and $20 per vehicle per night for a powered site. The length of stay is negotiable and access to showers, toilets, bins, covered seating and water is included. A dump point is also accessible at the site. There is plenty to see in Wudinna and the surrounding region including the granite sculpture which is located next to the Gawler Ranges Visitor Information Centre. The sculpture was designed and sculpted by Marijan Bekic as a symbolic representation of all Australian farmers. Visitors can also take a short drive to Mount Wudinna and Turtle Rock and Mount Wudinna Gawler Ranges National Park, or travel along the Mount Wudinna Touring Route to view interesting granite outcrops.Tourist/Visitor Information Centre Wudinna & Districts Telecentre44 Eyre Hwy, WudinnaPh: 08 8680 2969www.wudinnatelecentre.com.auCasual Parking (near retail centre) 46 Ballantyne StShort & Long Term Parking Wudinna RV ParkNaylor TerraceNegotiable stay limit, $10 unpowered, $20 powered, pets on lead, showers, bins, toilets, covered seating, waterDump Point Wudinna RV Park, Naylor TerraceLat: -33.04736 Long: 135.46582Potable Water Wudinna RV Park, Naylor TerraceHospital 16-24 Richards Ave, WudinnaPh: 08 8680 2519Doctors Surgery 8 Richards Ave, WudinnaPh: 08 8680 2005Dentist 8 Richards Ave, WudinnaPh: 08 8680 2255Pharmacy 62 Ballantyne St, WudinnaPh: 08 8680 2038Supermarket 49 Ballantyne StPh: 08 8680 2004

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QUEENSLAND

Theodore - QLD RVFT

The small inland town of Theodore is situated on the Leichhardt Highway and the Dawson River. The River and Theodore Weir have over the years provided irrigation to sustain the towns farming and agricultural industries. This is evident in the beautiful lawns and gardens, as well as the palm tree lined main street, The Boulevard, which is wide enough to cater for larger motorhomes. Theodore township was established in 1922 on land at the junction of the Dawson River and Castle Creek, with water provided by the nearby weir. The Hotel Theodore was opened as a hostel to cater for the many people coming to settle in the area. The community became the hostel shareholders and profits from the present day hotel are now used to support community projects. The Dawson Folk Museum, located at the end of Second Avenue, contains many fascinating historical displays and records of the early days of Theodore.Those looking to stay in Theodore can find short-term parking at Junction Park. Parking is limited to 48 hours and visitors have access to the dump point and potable water.Theodore is a wonderful place to visit, especially for RV travellers. The town has a large variety of shops to explore and you can pick up supplies at one of the two supermarkets. There are cafes, restaurants and take away food outlets and the Hotel Theodore has counter meals.Tourist/Visitor Centre Theodore VIC, Fifth Ave, Theodore QLDPh: 07 4993 1900secretary@informationcentre.com.auCasual Parking The Boulevard, Fifth Avenue, and Sixth AvenueShort & Long Term Parking Junction Park (48hr); Powered sites $20/night at Theodore Showgrounds (7nights max) Ph: 0487 207 373Dump Point Theodore ShowgroundsPotable Water Junction Park Rest AreaHospital 87 The Boulevard, Ph: 07 4990 3000Doctors Surgery 27 Ninth Avenue, Ph: 07 4993 1371Pharmacy At the hospitalSupermarket Cornetts, The Boulevard, Ph: 07 4993 1177

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