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RV Friendlies & Events

Featured RV Friendly Events

NSW
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Coonamble Rodeo and Campdraft

Dates: 05/06/2026 - 08/06/2026

Coonamble Rodeo & Campdraft is one of Australia’s most iconic country sporting events and the largest combined rodeo and campdraft in the Southern Hemisphere

Off-site camping primitive camping facilities are available directly across from the Coonamble Showground. 

$20 per person for the weekend.

TAS
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Light Up the West - Strahan Solstice

Dates: 19/06/2026-22/06/2026

Get ready to illuminate your winter at the inaugural Light Up the West on Tasmania’s rugged West Coast.

This unique event combines the magic of light, history, and the adventurous spirit of our people on the West in the depths of a Tassie Winter.
Join us for a free audio-visual light show in Strahan and immerse yourself in unforgettable experiences hosted by locals. Think food, live music, bustling markets, invigorating winter solstice plunges, and more across the region. 

QLD
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Jundah Camel Races

Date: 4/7/26

The Jundah Camel Races kick off the Desert Champions Way in Outback Queensland, offering a vibrant, authentic Aussie experience with high-energy camel races, local markets, family fun, delicious bush tucker, live music, and deep dives into cameleer history, all set against stunning red dirt landscapes for a true taste of Outback spirit and hospitality.  


Featured RV Friendly Towns & Destinations

SOUTH AUSTRALIA
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Overland Corner Hotel - SA RVFD

The historic Overland Corner Hotel is situated 21 kilometres from Barmera in the Riverland, South Australia (1.5 kilometres off the Goyder Highway on a loop road). The building was originally erected in 1859 as a resting place for drovers passing through, and a stopping place for paddle steamers operating on the Murray River, found 680 metres from the hotel.Today, the hotel is a pub as well as a living museum. The hotel offers free parking to RV travellers, The stay limit is negotiable and access to toilets is included. An additional fee for showers is required, and pets on a lead are welcome. Visitors to the hotel can enjoy the walking trails in surrounding reserves (Overland Corner Reserve and Herons Bend Reserve), see water fowl in their habitats as well as fossils exposed on the river cliffs and old quarry walls. With regular live events, several of the finest locally-brewed beers and wines, and a friendly and comfortable atmosphere, the Historic Overland Corner  Hotel is a ‘must visit’ location for locals and travellers alike.Cost: Nil cost. $5 for use of showersParking: No time restriction, shower, bins, pets on lead & toilets availableOpening Hours: Tues – Thurs 11am - 6pm.  Fri - Sat 11am - late. Sun 11am - 6pm. Check website for restaurant opening hours
NEW SOUTH WALES
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Lawrence Tavern - NSW RVFD

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
WESTERN AUSTRALIA
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Brunswick - WA RVFT

Brunswick is a quaint town located in Western Australia and is approximately 160 kilometres south of Perth and 25 kilometres north of Bunbury. The town is situated within the south-west region and is known for its lush farmland and rolling green hills. Originally settled for its rich agricultural land, Brunswick has a deep connection to dairy farming, and the town proudly celebrates this heritage through the annual Brunswick Agricultural Show, one of the largest and most popular country shows in the region.RV travellers passing through town will find short-term parking at Brunswick Junction, located along Ommaney Road. There is no cost to stay; however, booking is essential. Parking is limited to 48 hours and access to bins and potable water is available. Pets on a lead are welcome. A dump point is accessible at Brunswick Recreation Grounds in Ridley Street. Brunswick offers travellers a taste of the local lifestyle with its expansive pastures, local dairy farms, and charming homesteads. In the centre of town, visitors will find the Brunswick Cow statue, which is affectionately known as Daisy by the locals. The statue is a testament to the significant role dairy farming has played in the development of the town. Next time you’re travelling around the south-west region of WA, be sure to take the opportunity to stay in Brunswick and taste some of the wonderful fresh dairy produce the town is famous for. Tourist/Visitor InformationEmail: info@harveyregion.com.auWeb: www.harveyregion.com.auCasual Parking (near retail centre)    Ommaney Rd RV Parking SiteShort Term Parking    Brunswick Recreation Grounds RV ParkingAccess from Ridley StFree camping, 48hrs, bins, water, pets on leadBookings: https://harveyregion.com.au/places-to-stay/free-rv-short-stay-rest-areas/Dump Point    Brunswick Recreation Grounds, access from Ridley StLat: -33.2526Long: 115.8359Potable Water    Brunswick Recreation Grounds, access from Ridley StPharmacy    43 Ommaney Rd, ph: 08 9726 1000Supermarket    Bakery 38A Ommaney Rd