RV Friendlies & Events

Wandoan is located just off the Leichhardt Highway in Queensland, approximately 340km west-north-west of Brisbane. The town is a small community consisting of approximately 700 people and is the centre for the local cattle industry. Visitors are able to explore the social history and culture of Wandoan through a self-guided Heritage Trail, which includes the Juandah Heritage Site, public art features, and the Waterloo Plain Environmental Park. The park is home to a large variety of birdlife and local and native flora.Those visiting Wandoan can find short-term parking at Waterloo Plain Environmental Park, West Street. There is no fee to stay here and parking is limited to 48 hours. Pets on a lead are permitted. Visitors who wish to stay and explore the area for an extended period of time can find long-term parking at Wandoan Showgrounds, Roche Creek Rd. There is also no fee to stay here, however parking is limited to a maximum of 7 days. Pets are also permitted here, provided they are on a lead. A dump point and potable water are located in Jerrard Street. Wandoan is the perfect place for RV travellers to base themselves as the historical town offers so must history and culture. Visitors are encouraged to visit the Wandoan Visitors Information Centre to access local knowledge of the region.Tourist/Visitor Centre       Wandoan Visitor Information Centre & Craft ShopZupp Rd, Wandoan QLDPh: 07 4627 5227Casual Parking       Waterloo Plain Environmental Park, West St; Wandoan Cultural Centre, Henderson Rd; O’Sullivan Park/Visitor Information Centre, Zupp Rd; CBD, Royd StShort Term Parking           Waterloo Plain Environmental Park, West St, Wandoan QLD, (48hr), toilets, showers, pets on lead, nil costLong Term Parking            Wandoan Showgrounds, Roche Creek Rd, Wandoan QLD, (max 7 nights), nil cost, (3km), pets on leadDump Point  Jerrard St, Wandoan QLDPotable Water          Jerrard St, Wandoan QLDHospital        Wandoan Health Centre, Henderson Rd, Wandoan QLD, Ph: 4627 4444, open Mon – Fri: 8am – 4.30pm (staffed by a registered nurse & visiting allied health professionals utilise the centre)Doctors Surgery     Wandoan Health Centre, Henderson Rd, Wandoan QLD, Ph: 4627 4444, open Mon – Fri: 8am – 4.30pm (staffed by a registered nurse & visiting allied health professionals utilise the centre)Pharmacy     Wandoan Pharmacy, Royds St, Wandoan QLD, Ph: 07 4627 4191Supermarket            Wandoan Foodworks, Royds St, Wandoan QLD, Ph: 07 4627 4440

Coutts Crossing Tavern offers delicious meals, cold beverages and parking for RV travellers passing through the area. Coutts Crossing is in the Clarence Valley region and approximately 18 kilometres south-west of Grafton. The tavern offers parking for up to 72 hours free of charge. Access to toilets is available and there is water and a barbecue on-site. The small town of Coutts Crossing boasts the tavern, a general store, community hall and church. Over the last twenty-five years, several sporting and community services have been established in the area, including tennis and squash courts as well as football and croquet grounds and a nine- hole golf course. Cost: Nil charge Parking: Tar sealed drive though, continue to northern side of tavern, 72hrs, pets on lead, bins, toilets, BBQ, water, covered seating. Opening Hours: Tavern open 7 days 10am - 10pm

Kambalda is located 616 kilometres east of Perth, and is split between two townsites four kilometres apart; Kambalda West and Kambalda East. The town is situated on the edge of the giant salt lake, Lake Lefroy, a 40 kilometre salt pan that is rarely filled with water. Kambalda was founded in 1897 during the gold boom, but was completely deserted by 1908. The town was later revived in the 1960s, with the construction of Australia’s first nickel mine, for which the town is now known.Kambalda has a well-established service centre, with modern facilities and extended shopping hours. Free parking for up to 48 hours is available on Barnes Drive, Kambalda West. A dump point, potable water and bins are provided, and pets on a lead are permitted.Visitors can experience panoramic views of Lake Lefroy or enjoy the local flora and fauna on the Red Hill Walking Trail to the lookout.Tourist/Visitor Centre       Kambalda Community Resource CentreSilver Gimlet & Salmon Gum RoadKambalda WA 6442P: 08 9080 2111www.coolgardie.wa.gov.au Casual Parking       Salmon Gum Rd, Kambalda WestShort Term Parking           Kambalda West Rest Area, Barnes Drive, Kambalda West, 48hr, bins, water, pets on lead, nil costDump Point  Barnes Dr, Kambalda WestPotable Water          Barnes Dr, Kambalda West (near dump point)Hospital        Nearest Hospital is Kalgoorlie, 1hr away. Kambalda has air & road emergency evac procedures in place 24hrs.Doctors Surgery     Kambalda Health Centre, Gumnut Pl, Kambalda, ph 08 9027 0029Pharmacy     Kambalda West Pharmacy, Salmon Gum Rd, Kambalda, ph 08 9027 1570Supermarket            Woolworths, Bluebush Rd, Kambalda, ph 08 9027 1406