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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

Brewarrina is located between Bourke and Walgett shires in the Outback of NSW. The town is renowned for its incredible Aboriginal heritage, fascinating colonial history and outdoor adventure. Take your pick of activities, from exploring museums and heritage trails to fishing and swimming in the Barwon-Darling River.RV travellers can stay at the Barwon River Bridge Boat Ramp Camp for a negotiated length of time. There is no cost to stay at this site, and access to showers, toilets, water and a barbecue is available. The town’s dump point is located at the Brewarrina Visitor Information Centre on Bathurst Street. It is important to note that this dump point is only available during business hours. Potable water is also available at the visitor information centre. A few kilometres east of Brewarrina, Four Mile Camping Reserve is a top spot for fishing and swimming in the Barwon River. Head along to the Bre Big Fish, an ecologically friendly sporting event held annually on the June long weekend. Organised by the Brewarrina Fishing Club, it is a fun-filled, family event enjoyed by all who attend. There is plenty more to be explored within the area, so make sure to add a stop in Brewarrina on your next trip. Tourist/Visitor Information Centre        Brewarrina Visitor Information Centre50 Bathurst StPh: 02 6830 5123Casual Parking (near retail centre)       Brewarrina Visitor Information Centre50 Bathurst StShort Term ParkingBarwon River Bridge Boat Ramp Camp50953 Kamilaroi Hwy, BrewarrinaNegotiable stay limit, nil charge, showers, toilets, pets, water, BBQ, covered seatingDump Point  Brewarrina Visitor Information Centre50 Bathurst StOpen during business hours onlyLat: -29.95981Long: 146.85794Potable Water          Brewarrina Visitor Information Centre50 Bathurst StHospital56 Doyle St, Ph: 02 6830 5000Doctors Surgery     4 Sandon St, Ph: 02 6833 2570Dentist           5 King St, Ph: 02 6839 2617Pharmacy     47 Bathurst St, Ph: 02 6839 2089Supermarket            36 Bathurst St, Ph: 02 6839 2011

Narembeen is located 286 kilometres east of Perth, in the heart of the Western Australia Wheatbelt. In 1968, the town was declared as Narembeen, meaning ‘place of female emus’ in the Aboriginal language. Today, the major industries of the area are cereal and wheat crops, along with raising cattle and sheep. Narembeen still provides a true rural experience, and is the perfect base from which to explore, with easy day trips available to unique and iconic sights, including Wave Rock. The Pathways to Wave Rock Drive Trail has everything one could hope for with massive granite outcrops to spectacular views, vibrant wildflowers and true country hospitality.Long and short-term parking is available from Narembeen Caravan Park & Cabins for 72 hours for self-contained vehicles. Potable water, dump point, toilets and bbq facilities are also available at the park.Narembeen is a vibrant community, filled with historical and cultural significance and the town looks forward to welcoming you.Tourist/Visitor Information Centre        Narembeen Community Resource CentreUnit 2, 19 Churchill St, NarembeenPh: 08 9064 7055www.narembeen.wa.gov.auCasual Parking       Adjacent to Apex Park on Currall StShort Term Parking           72hr, Narembeen Caravan Park & Cabins, 11 Currell St, self-contained vehicles, bins, toilets, covered seating, bbq, water, pets on lead, mobile coverage, nil chargeLong Term Parking            72hr, Narembeen Caravan Park & Cabins, 11 Currell St, self-contained vehicles, bins, toilets, covered seating, bbq, water, pets on lead, mobile coverage, nil chargeDump Point  Narembeen Caravan Park & Cabins, 11 Currell St, Lat -32.0636, Long 118.3959Potable Water          Narembeen Caravan Park & Cabins, 11 Currell StHospital29 Ada St, Ph: 08 9064 6222Doctors Surgery     Unit 5, 19 Churchill St, Ph: 08 9064 7145Dentist           11 Churchill St, Thurs & Fri, Ph: 08 9064 7397Pharmacy     Unit 1, 19 Churchill St, Ph: 08 9064 7373Supermarket            14 Churchill St, Ph: 08 9064 7223