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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

Yarram is situated in the South Gippsland, and is only 2.5 hours from Melbourne. The town was gazetted in 1893; however, was originally known as ‘Yarram Yarram’ until 1924; the origins of the name are thought to have originated from an Aboriginal phrase meaning ‘plenty of water’. Today, Yarram is still a rural farming town with a population of 2,100 people. Yarram offer RV travellers a wide variety of free services, including 24 hour parking at Tarra River Rec Area, 96 hour parking at White Woman’s Waterhole, and a dump point and potable water which can be found along Buckley Street.Yarram is a wonderful place to visit, especially for RV travellers. The town is in close proximity to Ninety Mile Beach, the spectacular cool rainforest of the Tarra-Bulga National Park, the Strzelecki Ranges and Wilsons Promontory. Tourist/Visitor Centre       Yarram VIC & Art Gallery8 Rodger St, Yarram VICPh: 03 5182 6553 Open 10.00am - 3.00pmCasual Parking       Lawler St (behind Library)Short Term Parking           Tarra River Rest Area, South Gippsland Hwy, 24hr; Port Albert Foreshore, 24hrLong Term Parking            White Woman's Waterhole, Won Wron Woddside Rd, (96hr)Dump Point  Railway AvePotable Water          Railway AveHospital        Yarram District Health Service, 20 Nicol St, Ph: 03 5182 0222Pharmacy     Advantage Pharmacy, 199 commercial Rd, Ph: 03 5182 5005; Neilson's Pharmacy, 247 Commercial Rd, Ph: 03 5182 5042Supermarket            Woolworths, 17 James St, Ph: 1300 767 969; Foodworks, 261 Commercial Rd, Ph: 03 5182 5003

Avoca is located in the heart of the Pyrenees Shire, in central west Victoria. Gold was first found in Victoria in 1849 in the Pyrenees State Forest near Avoca, and by June the following year, Avoca, with a population of 16,000 was regarded as one of Victoria’s important gold rush districts. Today gold still attracts fortune seeking prospectors to the district; however most visitors stop over in the Pyrenees region to sample their renowned wine and enjoy magnificent state forests. There are over 30 cellar doors providing a large variety of wines from savoury, spicy reds to sparkling wine, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc. Avoca Riverside Park, Dundas Street, offers visitors short-term parking for up to 48 hours.  A dump point and potable water can be found outside Avoca Caravan Park in Faraday Street. The township is surrounded by mountain ranges and is the perfect environment for bike riding and bushwalking. With the backdrop of the Pyrenees Ranges and the Avoca River running through the centre of town, Avoca is an idyllic rural town to visit. Many of the buildings lining the streets today are still in their original condition with the gorgeous main street maintaining a historic façade that harkens back to the gold rush days. There is ample parking along their impressive divided main street and the modern amenities and services will impress travellers. Cafes, specialty shops and galleries now line the main street, creating an excellent stopping point before heading out to the many attractions. Just outside the township of Avoca, you can escape to the Pyrenees State Forest where you can sit around a campfire under a clear sky. One of the more popular locations is the Waterfalls Picnic Ground which is the perfect setting to rest your RV, with walking tracks and 4WD tracks to lead you in and through the State Forest.Tourist/Visitor Centre       122 High St, Avoca VICPh: 03 5465 100aic@pyrenees.vic.gov.auwww.pyreneestourism.com.au Casual Parking       172 High St, Avoca; Dundas St, AvocaShort Term Parking + Long Term Parking             Avoca Riverside Park, Dundas St, Avoca, (48hr)    Waterfalls Campground, Vinoca Rd, Avoca, (10km), pets OK, toilets & BBQ facilities availThe Free Camp is located at Lions Park in Creek St. Dump Point  Opposite Avoca Caravan Park, 2 Liebig St, AvocaPotable Water          Lions Club Park, Creek St, Avoca; Avoca Caravan Park, 2 Liebig St, AvocaHospital        24hr ambulance service avail in Avoca, closest hospital is in Maryborough (26km)Pharmacy     Avoca Gold Chemist, 107 High St, Ph: 03 5465 3021Supermarket            Friendly IGA, 172 High St, Avoca, Ph: 03 5465 3095