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The townships of Brighton and Pontville are located on the outskirts of Greater Hobart, approximately 28 kilometers north of the state’s capital. Situated on the Jordan River, the area is a quiet and peaceful place to stop over with easy access to Hobart’s attractions. Originally settled in 1821, Pontville contains many examples of colonial architecture, including the Police Station (1939), Saint Marks Church (1939) and the Crown Inn (1835). The Crown Inn still operates and sells excellent meals in its dining room. A short drive up the road is the main street of Brighton, a lively town with all the necessary amenities and more. Parking is available for up to 48 hours at the Pontville RV Park, located at Glen Lea Road, for a small fee of $5 per night. A dump point, potable water, covered seating and bins are all available at this site. Within the area are a number of attractions including MONA, the Derwent Valley, Bonorong Park and the city of Hobart.Tourist/Visitor Information Centre        Brighton Council, 1 Tivoli RdBrighton, TAS 7017P: 03 6268 7021Casual Parking (near retail centre)       Midland Hwy, Brighton, Tas, 7017Short Term Parking           Pontville RV Park, Glen Lea Rd, Pontville (48hr), bins, c/seating, water, pets allowed. $5pvpn to Brighton Post Office or Brighton IGA SupermarketDump Point  Pontville RV Park, Glen Lea Rd, Pontville(Lat Long: -42.687244, 147.260117)Potable Water          Pontville RV Park, Glen Lea Rd, Pontville, Hospital        Royal Hobart Hospital, 48 Liverpool St, Hobart, 03 6222 8308Doctors Surgery     1 Bedford St, Brighton, 03 6268 1077Dentist           Brighton Dental Centre, 1 Bedford St, BrightonPharmacy     Brighton Discount Drug Store, 172 Brighton Rd, Brighton, 03 6268 0666Supermarket            IGA, 178 Brighton Rd, Brighton, 03 6268 1254

Blyth is a small town 132 kilometres north of Adelaide and 13 kilometres from the famous Clare Valley wine-growing region. Although the population is only 306, the town thrives on its strong community spirit. The climate and soil in Blyth provide ideal conditions for the farming of wheat, barley, legumes, sheep, cattle and pigs. Sport also plays a big part in the lives of locals, with several sporting clubs in town. Blyth Town Oval can accommodate motorhomes of all sizes and allows parking for up to 96 hours at no charge. Barbecues and covered seating are available a short walk away at the Padnaindi Reserve, and bins are located at the oval.Blyth provides conveniences for the RV traveller including a post office and public hotel. Visitors can visit the Blyth Cinema on Friday and Saturday nights, with movies showing at 8pm.Cost: Nil costParking: 96hrs, c/seating, bins, water, BBQ (please note that the BBQ & most of the c/seating is at Padnaindi Reserve)Opening Hours: 7 days

Tourist/Visitor Information Centre    Central Darling Shire Council21 Reid St, Wilcannia 2836Ph: 08 8083 8900Casual Parking (near retail centre)    Reid St near the Post Office and Baker St.Short Term Parking    Victory Caravan Park, Barrier Hwy Wilcannia96hrs, $20pvpn unpowered, showers, toilets, water, BBQ. Power at extra costDump Point    Myers StLat: -31.556300Long: 143.374900Potable Water    Myers StLat: -31.556300Long: 143.374900Hospital    1-4 Ross St, WilcanniaPh: 08 8083 8700Doctors Surgery    1-4 Ross St, WilcanniaPh: 08 8083 8700Pharmacy    30 Reid St, WilcanniaSupermarket    20 Myers St, Wilcannia