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Rainbow is a small town in north-west Victoria, just 400kms from Melbourne, in the southern Mallee region. The town was first settled in 1893 and flourished with the establishment of the railway line in 1899. Its name is derived from ‘Rainbow Rise’, a crescent shaped ridge covered in colourful wildflowers found west of the township.Those visiting Rainbow can find short-term parking on the old tennis courts located in Park Street. There is no fee to stay here and parking is limited to 24 hours. There is a dump point located on-site as well as potable water, and pets on a lead are permitted.  Rainbow is an excellent place to visit, especially for RV travellers. The vibrant main street features a unique median strip of parkland with historical buildings and colourful hand-painted murals. Rainbow is the perfect base to explore the nearby Wyperfield National Park and Lake Hindmarsh. While visiting be sure to visit the Yuranga Homestead, an Edwardian-style home originally built in 1909, or drop into the Pella Church to view the magnificently restored pipe organ. Rainbow also hosts the Local Agricultural Show in October every year.Tourist/Visitor Centre       Hindmarsh Shire Council92 Nelson StreetNhill VIC 341803 5391 4429Casual Parking       King St Park & Railway St between Federal & Bow St.Short Term Parking           Park St on old tennis courts near dump point, 24hrs, pets allowed, nil chargeDump Point  Park St, RainbowPotable Water          Park St, RainbowHospital        2 Swinbourne Ave, 03 5391 4222Doctors Surgery     Tristar Medical Group, 14 Sanders St, 03 5395 1623Pharmacy     Rainbow Community Pharmacy, 6 Federal St, 03 5395 1023Supermarket            IGA X-Press, 36 Federal St, 03 5395 1090

Glenreagh is a small town in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, approximately 568 kilometres north-east of Sydney. The village sits at the gateway to the Clarence Valley, and is surrounded by an abundance of flora and fauna, in particular the colourful wildflowers and wattle in late winter and spring.The Glenreagh Public Recreation Ground has unpowered sites available for $15 per vehicle night, or $25 per vehicle per night for a powered site. Stays of up to 50 days are permitted and showers, toilets, bins and water are available on the grounds. Pets on a lead are permitted.Shannon Park offers a lovely spot to enjoy a picnic by the river, with tables and bbqs provided.  If visiting on a Saturday, be sure to drop in at the museum to learn of Glenreagh’s history, and if you’re lucky to be in town on the first Saturday of the month, Glenreagh Markets are a great place to sample the local produce and chat with the locals.Address: Bridge St, GlenreaghCost: $15pvpn unpowered, $25pvpn power (paid to the caretaker)Parking: Showers, toilets, pets on lead, power, water, up to 50 days, camp kitchen, dump point. Opening Hours: 7 days

Barraba is a small country town, located on the Manilla River in the heart of the Nandewar Ranges in NSW, and has a population of 1,200. The town was first settled in 1837. Barraba is rich in history, with many buildings dating from the late 1800s to early 1900s. Agriculture has been integral to the town’s development and survival. The region is also known for its fine beef and wool production, with grain being the area’s major crop. The Mille Park Vineyard is quickly becoming renowned for producing great local wines and liquors. Barraba has many natural attractions and a diverse range of activities to interest everyone including Mount Kaputar to the west, a 1,510 metres high extinct volcano, the Peel Fault geological and fossicking area to the east, and Split Rock Dam (35 kilometres south), which is a great spot for fishing and water sports. The Lions Park, Fossickers Way, which is located approximately 5km south of the town centre offers short term parking for up to 24 hours. There is no fee to stay at this location. The Barraba Caravan Park has both short and long term parking available for a fee also. Potable water is located in several locations around town, including the Rotary park, the Recreation Ground, north of bridge, Omeara park, and Cherry Street park. The dump point is located outside the Council Works Depot in Cherry Street.Many events are held regularly at Barraba, some of which include the Agricultural Show and Rodeo which is generally held in late February to early March, Barraba Festival which is held in November, as well as the Barraba Jockey Club Spring Cup which takes place in September.Tourist/Visitor Information CentreManilla Visitor Information Centre197 Manilla St, Manilla02 6785 1207Email: visitmanilla@bigpond.comCasual Parking (near retail centre)Alice St, Parking area behind mall, Side streets - Maude st, Rotary parkShort Term ParkingLions Park, Fossickers Way, (5km), S of town centre, (24hr); Barraba Caravan Park, Bridge St, for a feeLong Term ParkingGlen Riddle Reserve, (9km), S along Fossickers Way, turn off to the E, (8km), arrive at the ReserveDump PointCouncil Works Depot, Cherry StPotable WaterNo designated area, Rotary park, Rec Ground north of bridge, Omeara park, Cherry St parkHospitalEmergency Department (S side of Edward St btwn Fitzroy St & Gotha St), Ph: 02 6782 2500Doctors SurgeryMaude St, Ph: 02 6782 1621Pharmacy113 – 115 Queen St,Ph: 02 6782 1199Supermarket314 Queen St,Ph: 02 6782 1199