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Featured RV Friendly Events

TASMANIA
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Tamar Valley Folk Festival

Event date: 16 - 18 January 2026

Tamar Valley Folk Festival is held every year in George-Town Tasmania for more than twenty five years.

The festival’s events are held on various venues around the city center. They offer to the public, locals and tourists, an unforgettable experience.

Due to the numerous visitors during the festival days and the high demand accommodations it is recommended to check hotel rates and book rooms well in advance.

The festival’s program, venue, schedule of events, how to get etc. is present in the festival’s link website. See details below, under “Event Related Information” section.

The small venues and locations make it attractive for visitors and audiences to walk from venue to venue to catch the concert performances and workshops.

Some of the early performers were: Mick & Helen Flanagan, Steve & Jane Ray, Shamus Gill, Rab Mitchell, Alex Myers Richard (Dicky) Deegan, Lindsay Campbell, The Outer Cove Wailers, Tom Dunlop, Declan Pickering, Ned Trewartha, Bob Pooley, Chris Atwell, Brian & Phylis Mooney, Van Diemens Band, Bottom Pub Ceilidh Band and Roughbark.

WESTERN AUSTRALIA
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Blues at Bridgetown

Event date - 7 November - 9 November 2025. 

Listen to acoustic and electric blues pulsing through the Blackwood Valley as Bridgetown puts on a showcase of established musicians and up and coming talent over three days.

The street party in Bridgetown on the Saturday of the Blues is one of the highlights of the weekend. A huge range of vendors sell food and wares in the main street, while entertainers and buskers provide the ambiance while you browse.

SOUTH AUSTRALIA
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Crystal Brook Show

Event date: Saturday 8 August 2026

The Crystal Brook Show is a long-standing country event held annually in the Mid North region of South Australia, typically on the second Saturday in August. Organised by the North Western Agricultural Society, it blends agricultural tradition with modern entertainment to offer something for all ages. For families, there’s a sideshow alley, giant bubbles, petting zoo (“Rainbow Farm”), mechanical bull rides, talent shows and interactive activities aimed at kids. The show also features live entertainment, food vendors, and exhibitions showcasing homegrown produce and craftsmanship—all within a friendly, community-centred atmosphere.



Featured RV Friendly Towns & Destinations

QUEENSLAND
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Goondiwindi - QLD RVFT

Known for its tree lined streets, colourful petunia garden beds and stunning Jacaranda’s in the spring, Goondiwindi is a town and locality in the Goondiwindi Region of Queensland. The town sits on the banks of the Macintyre River – which marks the New South Wales and Queensland boarder. The river is showcased by a stunning 4km river walk with exercise equipment and sculptures along the trail.Goondiwindi Showgrounds offers parking for up to one week – which suits RV travellers looking to thoroughly explore the region. Unpowered sites are available for a rate of $22 per vehicle per night, and powered sites are available for $30 per vehicle per night. Showers and toilets are available for use, and pets on leads are permitted. A dump point and potable water can be sourced at Redmond Park.There is something for all ages in Goondiwindi and enough to keep visitors occupied for the duration of their stay. The Natural Heritage and Water Park, Goondiwindi Botanic Garden and Goondiwindi Riverwalk are just some of the attractions available. Additionally, the Gourmet in Gundy is a local food festival that attracts attendees each September. This event celebrates the best food and wine of the region.Tourist/Visitor Information Centre        45 Bowen St, GoondiwindiPh: 07 4671 7474www.grc.qld.gov.au/visitorsCasual Parking (near retail centre)       45 Bowen StShort & Long Term Parking        Goondiwindi Showgrounds, 323 Boundary Rd, Ph: 0437 809 415 (Mon - Fri 10am - 2pm) for bookings. Check-in from 9.30am and check-out is by 11am$22pvpn unpowered for the first night then $20pvpn for consecutive nights, $30pvpn powered for the first night then $28pvpn for second and consecutive nights, additional guests $5, max stay 14 nights, pets on lead, showers & toilets, bins, waterDump Point  Redmond Park, 1 Anderson St, GoondiwindiLat: -28.55077, Long: 150.31989Potable Water          Redmond Park, 1 Anderson St, GoondiwindiSeparate tap to DP.Water Fill Station, Barwon Hwy (Goondiwindi-Talwood Rds) (Fee)Hospital        4 Bowen St, Goondiwindi – Ph: 07 4578 2400Doctors Surgery     49 Bowen St, Goondiwindi – Ph: 07 4671 1444Dentist           24 Bowen St, Goondiwindi – Ph: 07 4671 1806Pharmacy     95 Marshall St, Goondiwindi – Ph: 07 4671 1288Supermarket            Coles, Cnr Herbert & Callandoon St, Goondiwindi – Ph: 07 4671 5902
QUEENSLAND
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Kingsley Grove Estate - QLD RVFD

We are provide free parking for fully self contained caravans. Please note the following FAQs:1. Caravan stays are weekend only but you can arrive Friday and leave Monday by prior arrangement with us.Arrival time is only during opening hours (11am-4pm) unless otherwise agreed.2. You will need to stop at the cellar door on arrival for check in and so we can direct you to our caravan parking area.3. We have limited spots in our free parking area, so bookings are essential to avoid disappointment. If you are looking to make a booking for a caravan group please contact us directly to arrange.4. Stays are for a maximum of 48 hours/2 nights. 5. Visitors staying with us will need to make a separate booking for wine tastings and meals.6. We do not provide water, power or having a dumping point on site. Water and dumping point are available in Kingaroy and we can provide directions.7. Camper trailers and tents are welcome, but as stated above we do not provide any ammenities.8. We are pet friendly as long as owners are responsible with their pets. We also have outdoor seating available for visitors with pets.9. Campfires are permitted if conditions allow. These can lit in our firepit or your own device, subject to approval. Your fire must be in an approved device which is off the ground and does not leak any hot ash, fires directly on the ground are strictly prohibited. You will however need to get permission from a member of staff to have a fire.10. Use of Generators is permitted but please check with your neighbours in the camping area first. We ask that you try to limit use of generators to sociable hours only.Kingsley Grove Estate is a family operated vineyard, which was founded in 1998. Located within the South Burnett Region of Queensland, near the regional town of Kingaroy, it is approximately a 2 ½ drive from Brisbane.The vineyard conveniently offers RV travellers a place to park their vehicle for up to 48 hours. Parking is only available to those travelling in self-contained vehicles and access to toilets is available. There is no cost to stay on-site and pets are permitted on leads.As the largest town in the South Burnett Region, Kingaroy offers all services and shopping facilities to those passing through the area. After stocking up on supplies, take some time to visit the Kingaroy Observatory. Now a major tourist attraction, many visit the observatory to eyeball the Universe up close.Cost: Nil chargeParking: 48hrs, self-contained vehicles only, pets on lead, mobile coverage, toiletsOpening Hours: Weekend only, 10am - 5pm
QUEENSLAND
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Jandowae - QLD RVFT

Jandowae is a quiet rural town located within the Western Downs Region of southern Queensland and is situated 259 kilometres west of Brisbane. The town was originally established with a focus on agriculture and the timber industry. If the name Jandowae rings any bells, then perhaps you may recall a town selling land from as little as $1.00 a few years ago? That’s right; the infamous town of Jandowae developed this initiative when a decline in population was having a negative impact on the town’s economic status. This creative tactic boosted the town’s population, and today there are over 1,000 residents of Jandowae as well as numerous new businesses. Jandowae is an attractive town with wide, tree lined streets. Jandowae Visitor Information Centre is open both Saturday and Sunday. The retail district of Jandowae has a full range of speciality facilities and services, making it the ideal location for RV travellers to stop and shop. There are a number of historic buildings within the town as well as the historic precinct of Athlone Cottage. The Heritage listed Jimbour House is only 15 minutes up the road; there are incredible gardens on display as well as an enjoyable historic walk.Visitors to the area can find short-term parking at Jandowae Showgrounds, Warra Street for up to 96 hours. Unpowered sites will start from $10 per vehicle per night and powered sites from $15 per vehicle per night. The Jandowae Golf Club also offers stays for up to 72 hours. Lions Park offer a free dump point and potable water and access to several facilities right in the centre of town, thus making it the ideal spot for exploring this beautiful town.While visiting why not go on some day trips out to other local towns within the area, such as Chinchilla, Dalby, Miles, Tara, Wandoan and their districts? Each town offers their own unique sights and attractions, and Jandowae is the perfect base stop.Tourist/Visitor Centre       Jandowae Community & Cultural Centre cnr George St & High St, Jandowae QLDPh: 07 4679 4461Jandowae.vic@wdrc.qld.gov.auwww.wdrc.qld.gov.auCasual Parking       Warra Street JandowaeShort Term Parking           Jandowae Showgrounds, Warra St, (96hr), unpwr $12.40 pvpn; pwr $17.80 pvpnJandowae Golf Club, 19 Blaziers Rd, donation requested, $10pvpn powered, (72hrs), showers, bins, toilets, BBQ, pets welcomeDump Point  Dalby St, adj to Lions ParkPotable Water          Lions Park, High St- no Key required.Showgrounds- Warra Street JandowaeHospital        Dalby St, Jandowae, Ph: 07 4668 4555Doctors Surgery     Dalby St, Jandowae, Ph: 07 4668 5188Pharmacy     High St, Jandowae, Ph: 07 4668 5342Supermarket            George St, Jandowae