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Lawrence is a small town in the Clarence Valley of New South Wales, located 647 kilometres north of Sydney and 283 kilometres south of Brisbane. It can be accessed by the Lawrence Car Ferry from Woodford Island, or by driving 30 kilometres north from Grafton.The tavern is offering parking for RVs at the rear of the property for up to 5 nights. Pets on leads are welcome, and showers, toilets, bins, water and power are available. There is no cost to stay, however a donation to the tavern is requested.The Lawrence Tavern has a fun and family friendly atmosphere, offering lunch seven days a week and dinner Tuesday to Sunday. With regular entertainment and activities such as raffles and the fishing club weigh in, there’s always a good reason to stop in, Lawrence Tavern is a perfect spot to relax with a cold beer or wine while overlooking the river.Address: 19 Bridge St, LawrencePhone: 02 6647 7213Cost: Donation $10pvpnParking: Pets on lead, showers, bins, toilets, power, water, 5 nightsOpening Hours: 8am-10pm 7 days, lunch 7 days, dinner Tuesday - Sunday

Goomeri is a rural town located in the Gympie local government area and is 180 kilometres north-west of Brisbane. It has a small, friendly population of 500 residents. The town is surrounded by beef cattle and dairy grazing country intersected by small ranges and eucalyptus scrub. Rural stations and homesteads were established with European settlement around 1846. Goomeri is said to retain a certain ‘old world charm’, this is reflected in the preservation of its many historic buildings constructed during its agricultural heyday (1930s - 1960s). The art deco inspired Memorial Clock was built in 1939 and is considered one of the towns favourite landmarks. Goomeri boasts a variety of local gourmet food producers including specialty cheeses, olives, and award winning pies. The township lies within easy reach of the South Burnett wine district with numerous vineyards and cellar doors in close proximity. The recently refurbished public park in Goomeri’s town centre now provides an attractive rest stop for visitors to this attractive regional town.Visitors to the town can find short-term parking at Goomeri Showground, cnr Moore St & Laird St (Burnett Hwy). Parking is available for 96 hours, however prior arrangements can be made for extended stays by phoning 07 4168 4177. Parking will cost $20 per vehicle per night for an unpowered site and $25 per vehicle per night for power, and visitors have access to potable water (fee) and a dump point. Goomeri is home to Australia’s only Pumpkin Festival, a free, family-friendly event which is held in late May. The Festival began in the 1990s when farmers were doing it tough and morale was low due to prolonged drought. The highlight of the Pumpkin Festival is the 'Great Australian Pumpkin Roll' down Policeman's Hill. The Festival has expanded to include more pumpkin based competitions including Decorated Pumpkins, Giant Pumpkins and a Pumpkin Quilt Challenge. These events are complemented by market stalls, a heritage and outback street parade, whip cracking, working dog displays, horsemanship displays, roving entertainment and great local food.Tourist/Visitor Centre       Goomeri Information & Heritage Centre, cnr Moore St & Maudsley St, Goomeri QLDPh: 07 4168 4488Casual Parking       Main St; Goomeri ShowgroundShort & Long Term Parking        Goomeri Showground, cnr Moore St & Laird St (Burnett Hwy), (96hr), $20 unpwr, pvpn; $25pwr, pvpn (extended stays by arrangement), Ph: 07 4168 4177Dump Point  Goomeri Showground $2 fee if not staying at the showground - CMCA is working with Council on another potential site for a free dump point.Potable Water          Goomeri Showground, (water has a charge)Hospital        Murgon Hospital (12min), (ambulance transports to Murgon)Doctors Surgery     2/19 Moore St, Ph: 07 4168 4244 (BH); 07 4168 4244 (A/H)Dentist           101 Lamb St, Murgon, Ph: 07 4168 1540Pharmacy     19 Moore St, Ph: 07 4169 7800Supermarket            Foodworks, 20 Boonara St, Ph: 07 4168 4103

Richmond is situated in outback Queensland, halfway between Townsville and Mt Isa. The surrounding region is very stark and dramatic but the town itself, lying on the banks of the Flinders River, boasts colourful bougainvillea, grassy parks and a recreational lake. The area around Richmond was once covered by an inland sea, making it a great place to find marine and dinosaur fossils. Kronosaurus Korner, an award winning fossil museum, houses an amazing collection of fossils found in the area, some of which are the most significant ever found. The Visitor Information Centre, which provides fossicking maps, heritage walk maps and other tourist information, is also found here.Those visiting Richmond can find parking for up to 72 hours at the Richmond RV Park, located in Hillier Street. Visitors must register at Kronosaurus Korner, and sites are available for $10 per 72hrs stay, use of the dump point is included with this rate. Potable water is obtainable from every tap located within town.Richmond is a lush oasis in the middle of outback Queensland and offers visitors many of the essential services, as well as unique tourist attractions. The town is host to many festivals throughout the year, including four race days, a rodeo, Australia Day celebrations, a fishing competition and the biennial Fossil Festival and camel races.Tourist/Visitor Centre       Kronosaurus Korner, Overlanders Way, RichmondPh: 07 4741 3429enquiries@kronosauruskorner.com.auwww.kronosauruskorner.com.auCasual Parking       Centre and angle parking along Goldring Street and side streets ie Harris and Larsen StreetsShort & Long Term Parking        RV Park, Hillier St, 72hr parking, $10 per 72hrs stay, register at Kronosaurus KornerDump Point  Rv Park, Hillier StPotable Water          All taps within the town have potable waterHospital        Gallagher’s Drive, Ph: 07 4741 3233Doctors Surgery     1 Hospital Rd, Ph: 07 4741 3390Pharmacy     Available through hospitalSupermarket            Spar, 26 Goldring St, Ph: 07 4741 3124