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Featured RV Friendly Events

QUEENSLAND
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Sweet Days Hot Nights Festival

Event date: 28 May 2027

The Sweet Days Hot Nights Festival celebrates the essence of the Burdekin region, renowned as the Sugarcane Capital of Australia, by showcasing its people, produce and culture.

Consisting of two headline events, the Sweet Days Hot Nights Festival starts with the Burdekin Cultural Fair featuring First Fire on Friday night, followed by the Australian Hand Cane Cutting Championships on Saturday at the Home Hill Showgrounds.

The Burdekin Cultural Fair featuring First Fire celebrates the diversity of the Burdekin region bringing together a diverse range of cultures through a variety of culinary delights, interactive activities and captivating entertainment. Don't miss the highlight of the night, the lighting of the first fire of the 2027 sugarcane crushing season. Hear the crackling of the crop burning, smell the sweet essence of the burning sugar and feel the heat of the fire as it tears through the paddock.

The Australian Hand Cane Cutting Championships is the ultimate test of skill and endurance, with competitors swinging their cane knives in hopes to be crowned the Australian Hand Cane Cutting Champion! Spectators will have the opportunity to walk through a paddock of burnt sugarcane, immersing themselves in the dirty, back-breaking work of a by-gone era. This family-friendly event promises great food, live music, captivating entertainment and so much more!


WA
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Big Sky Readers and Writers Festival

Set against the sweeping coastline of Western Australia’s Coral Coast, the Big Sky Readers and Writers Festival transforms Geraldton into a vibrant hub of storytelling, creativity and culture each October. Visitors can experience inspiring author talks, engaging panel discussions and interactive workshops while exploring Geraldton’s cafés, foreshore precinct and historic streets. With spring sunshine, ocean views and a welcoming regional atmosphere, the festival offers the perfect excuse for a cultural getaway. Pair a weekend of books and ideas with coastal walks, fresh Mid West seafood and day trips to nearby natural attractions — making Big Sky not just a literary event, but a memorable regional escape under WA’s wide open skies.

NEW SOUTH WALES
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Grazing Down the Lachlan

Event date: Saturday 12 September 2026. 

Grazing Down the Lachlan will make a return to Forbes.

This multi-award winning foodie adventure is set alongside the picturesque Lachlan River and celebrates produce native to the Central West NSW region, prepared by local restaurateurs and caterers.

‘Grazers’ are free to wander along the designated corridor of the nine-mile reserve between six stations offering delicious food with a matched beverage.

What makes this dining experience truly unique is the underlying commitment to delivering a no-waste, environmentally responsible event.



Featured RV Friendly Towns & Destinations

QUEENSLAND
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Springsure - QLD RVFT

Springsure is located 66km south of Emerald on the Gregory Highway. Overlooking the town is the unusual escarpment range, Mt Zamia. On the eastern side of the range is Virgin Rock, acquiring its name from the weathered likeness of the Virgin Mary holding her child, depicted in the niche of the rock. Take a drive out to the Lions Park, on the northern side of town, to view this breathtaking sight lit up at night. The Bauhinia Shire has one of the highest percentages of National Parks of any Shire in Queensland.   Those visiting Springsure can find short-term parking for up to 24 hours at Virgin Rock Rest Area, located along the Gregory Hwy. Potable water and a dump point are both located at the showgrounds.Minerva Hills, just 10 minutes’ drive from Springsure, overlooks the town, offering spectacular views from several lookouts. Carnarvon is the most popular inland National Park featuring sandstone gorges, crystal clear streams and plenty of ferns, palms and trees. The Staircase Range was built in the 1880s by the Chinese to service the new settlements of the area and is a testament to the pioneering spirit of early road builders. With so many national parks to explore, Springsure is the place to make your base and experience the amazing natural beauty of the region.Tourist/Visitor Centre       Wool Shed & Tourist Info, SpringsurePh: 07 4984 1961Casual Parking       William St; Charles St; Pophyry StShort Term Parking           Lions Park Rest Area (Virgin Rock), Gregory Hwy, toilets, water, BBQDump Point  Springsure Showgrounds, Barcoo StPotable Water          William St; Springsure Showgrounds, Barcoo StHospital        21 Woodbine St, Ph: 07 4984 1200Doctors Surgery     39 Wood St, Ph: 07 4984 1477Pharmacy     Eclipse St, Ph: 07 4984 1472Supermarket            Spar, 71 Eclipse St, Ph: 07 4984 1151
WESTERN AUSTRALIA
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Thomson Brook Wines - WA RVFD

Thomson Brook Wines is a small family owned winery located 7 kilometres east of Donnybrook, in the Preston Valley. The winery produces a range of fine quality wines from grapes that grown in the rich loam soils of the region.The property offers free parking for those travelling in self-contained vehicles for up to 96 hours. Thomson Brook Wines is wheelchair friendly and pets on a lead are welcome.For a well deserved break, why not sit back in your RV and enjoy the tempting taste of a wine or two whilst cooking up a storm on the BBQ.Cost: Nil chargeParking: Parking for self-contained vehicles only, 96hrsOpening Hours: 7 days, 10am - 4pm
QUEENSLAND
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Anderleigh Winery - QLD RVFD

Anderleigh Winery is positioned in the south east of Queensland, on top of Mount Anderleigh. The winery is made up of a 160,000 square metre area used to produce grapes.The winery offers self-contained RV parking for up to 24 hours at no charge. Pets are permitted to stay on-site, and access to toilets and water is available.24 hours gives visitors enough time to enjoy all the winery has to offer. With a multicultural restaurant and delicious wines, what more could you need during a stay? Anderleigh is only a short 30-minute drive from Gympie. While there is so much to do around the Gympie region, make sure you detour north for a pleasant stay at Anderleigh Winery. Cost: Nil chargeParking: Self-contained vehicles only, 24hrs, pets on lead, toilets, restricted water, covered seatingOpening Hours: Wed - Sun 11am - 9pm