CMCA - RV Friendlies & Events

Featured RV Friendly Events

NEW SOUTH WALES

Grazing Down the Lachlan

Event date: Saturday 12 September 2026.

Grazing Down the Lachlan will make a return to Forbes.

This multi-award winning foodie adventure is set alongside the picturesque Lachlan River and celebrates produce native to the Central West NSW region, prepared by local restaurateurs and caterers.

‘Grazers’ are free to wander along the designated corridor of the nine-mile reserve between six stations offering delicious food with a matched beverage.

What makes this dining experience truly unique is the underlying commitment to delivering a no-waste, environmentally responsible event.

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100th Wudinna Show

The Show has many different activities that happen throughout the year, along with our annual Show in September. This community event is a great day to catch up with locals and visitors to our town, and enjoy the great entertainment provided throughout the day. There are displays of local art, photography, cooking, history, and so much more. The town oval becomes an arena for our horses and dog trials on Show Day. There are many other attractions on Show Day; our Shearing Competition is a well attended and viewed event, the food and market stalls throughout the day. Live entertainment and the poultry sections are also well supported on this day.

We are also the town's RV Park operators. Our Park and it's facilities is an ongoing and growing attraction from our dedicated Committee for our Community and tourism in town. We have power and water sites available for $20, and unpowered sites for $10 a night, with toilet amenities and showers ($2 for 4 minutes).

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NEW SOUTH WALES

Gunnedah Bird Sale and Expo

Event Date: Saturday 11 April 2026.

The Gunnedah Bird Sale and Expo have been running for over 20 years and has grown to be the biggest sale in Australia.

The 2019 expo showcased over 4,000 birds, and 175 exhibitors with 26 trade stands selling everything from seed, aviaries, nest boxes, books, medications and many other bird-related products.

A must for the bird enthusiast, the expo offers a hot breakfast and canteen facilities throughout the day at the Gunnedah Showgrounds Basketball Stadium and Griffiths Pavilion.

Please check the website for more details or call the Gunnedah Visitor Information Centre.

The Gunnedah Bird Sale and Expo is scheduled for Saturday, 11 April 2026, at the Gunnedah Showground's Basketball Stadium and adjacent Griffith Pavilion in Gunnedah, NSW. Organized by the Namoi Valley Aviculture Club (NVAC), this event is among the largest bird sales on Australia's east coast, attracting exhibitors and enthusiasts from across the country.

Trade Stands: The Griffith Pavilion will host various trade stands offering bird-related products, including seed mixes, aviaries, nest boxes, cages, books, and medications.

Catering: A BBQ breakfast will be available from 7:00 AM, complemented by canteen facilities and a coffee van on-site.

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Featured RV Friendly Towns & Destinations

QUEENSLAND

Laidley - QLD RVFT

Laidley is located just 83 kilometres west of Brisbane and is the second largest town in the Lockyer Valley. The Valley is one of the top ten most fertile farming areas in the world and is referred to as ‘Australia’s Salad Bowl’ due to the many different types of fruit and vegetables grown there. White ‘i’ (unaccredited) Tourist Information Centre’s are located at Laidley Pioneer Village & Museum, corner of Drayton and Pioneer Streets and Das Neumann Haus, corner of William and Patrick Streets. The Pioneer Village allows visitors to explore the history of migrant settlement as well as local industries and early pioneering lifestyles. Displays include an historic church, school, post office, butcher shop, police cells, plus equipment and machinery used by the early settlers. Das Neumann Haus is a house museum restored and furnished in the style of the 1930s. Enjoy a coffee and light lunch and browse local handmade arts, crafts and preserves.Those visiting Laidley can find short-term parking free of charge, for up to 48 hours at Narda Lagoon, Drayton Street. A dump point is located at John St North and potable water can be obtained from the card operated filling station, opposite 2108 Laidley Rosewood Rd, (Outside Council Depot).Spend a few days in Laidley and enjoy the friendly atmosphere and the many activities and events the region offers.Tourist/Visitor Centre Das Neumann Haus, William Street, Laidley QLDPh: 07 5465 3241info@luvyalockyer.com.auwww.visitlockyer.com.auCasual Parking John St NorthShort Term Parking Narda Lagoon, Drayton St, (48hr), no chargeLong Term Parking Lake Dyer Camping Ground, (7 nights), fees apply; Centenary Park Camping Ground, (7 nights), fees applyDump Point John St NorthPotable Water Card operated filling station, opposite 2108 Laidley Rosewood Rd. Outside Council Depot.Hospital 75 William St, Ph: 07 5466 8100Doctors Surgery 36 Ambrose St, Ph: 07 5465 1388; 128 Patrick St, Ph: 07 5465 1644Dentist Laidley Dental Surgery, 132 Patrick St, Ph: 07 5465 2211Pharmacy 125 Patrick St, Ph: 07 5465 1297Supermarket 132 Patrick St, Ph: 07 5465 2266

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QUEENSLAND

Croydon - QLD RVFT

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NEW SOUTH WALES

Glen Innes - NSW RVFT

From World Heritage wilderness to gem fossicking, fascinating heritage and wonderful festivals, Glen Innes is a captivating town in the beautiful New England high country of New South Wales. This charming rural town is dotted with more than 30 heritage-listed buildings, making a stroll through town rather pleasurable. RV travellers passing through town are invited to stay at Glen Innes Showground for a negotiated length of time. CMCA members have access to an exclusive rate of just $20 per vehicle per night for an unpowered site. Standard rates are $30 per vehicle per night for an unpowered and powered site. Access to showers and toilets is available at the showgrounds. Potable water and a dump point can be located at Lions Park. Glen Innes is on the Fossickers Ways touring route and nicknamed gemstone country because of the sapphires and other gems discovered. During a stay, pick up a fossicking map from the Glen Innes Visitor Information centre and try your luck searching for sapphires and other gems. Tourist/Visitor Information CentreGlen Innes Visitor Information Centre152 Church St, Glen InnesPh: 02 6730 2400www.gleninneshighlands.comCasual Parking (near retail centre)Rear of the VIC on Church StShort & Long Term ParkingGlen Innes Showground, Torrington StNegotiable stay limit, $20pvpn unpower (CMCA member only rate), $30 PVPN power and unpower (non-members). Water, covered seating, showers, bins, toilets, pets on leadDump PointLions Park, cnr Gwydir Hwy & East AveLat: -29.7339, Long: 151.7345Potable WaterLions Park, cnr Gwydir Hwy & East AveHospital94 Taylor St, Ph: 02 6739 0200Doctors Surgery29 East Ave Ph: 02 6732 2588DentistCnr East Ave & Meade St – Ph: 02 6732 2120Pharmacy240 Grey St, Ph: 02 6732 3016SupermarketWoolworths – Cnr Grey & Wentworth St – Ph: 02 6739 7000Coles – Mackenzie Mall, Grey St – Ph: 02 6732 2067

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