RV Friendlies & Events

Just inland of the Whitsundays Coast is the quaint country town of Collinsville, situated 1163 kilometres north-west of Brisbane. Collinsville was first established in 1922, a hospital opened in 1926 and electricity was connected in 1947. With a history built around mining, Collinsville is renowned for being the last mine to use working horses in underground mines and is aptly referred to as ‘The Pit Pony Capital of Australia’. The working horses retired in February 1990. The origins of Collinsville can be explored through its many museums and historical attractions, including the ‘Coal Face Museum’, the ‘Pit Pony Experience’ and the ‘Historic Bowen River Pub.  The Bowen River Rodeo is held each year on the Queen’s Birthday long weekend in June, offering a fun country experience.Collinsville Showground on Railway Road provides free parking to RV travellers for up to 72 hours at no cost. The showground has a free dump point, potable water, and pets are permitted on leads. The popular Workers’ Club is located right across from the showground, kindly offering use of toilet and shower facilities.Collinsville is a lovely place to visit, especially for RV travellers. Tourist/Visitor Information Centre        Collinsville Info Centre81 Garrick St, CollinsvilleP: 07 4785 5795www.collinsvilleconnect.com.auCasual Parking       Collinsville Showground, Railway RdShort Term Parking           Collinsville Showground, Railway Rd, (72hrs), nil charge, pets on lead, water, dump pointDump Point  Collinsville Showground, Railway RdPotable Water          Collinsville Showground, Railway RdHospital        91 Garrick St, Collinsville, ph 07 4785 4777Doctors Surgery     91 Garrick St, Collinsville, ph 07 4785 4777Pharmacy     Collinsville Plaza, Stanley St, Collinsville, ph 07 4785 5450Supermarket            IGA cnr Conway & Stanley Sts, Collinsville, ph 07 4785 5325

Boonah is located just one hour's drive from Brisbane and a half hour drive from the Gold Coast. The region is known as the Scenic Rim, encompassing vast mountain ranges, rainforests, valleys and peaceful lakes. Boonah is a great place to enjoy some laid back shopping, with an array of galleries featuring talented local artists specialising in painting, photography and sculpture. The Templin Museum showcases the rich farming history of the region with its strong German influence. Parking is available in Walter, Park and Railway Streets, all within walking distance of the shops. While browsing take the opportunity to relax in one of the many cafes. Potable water and a dump point are located at Boonah Showground Caravan Park.The friendly volunteers at the VIC will be only too happy to help you with information. Pick up the brochures for the four themed drive tours, all with their own unique character. The Colourful Characters Trail for history, Inspiration Trail for those who appreciate art, Serenity Trail for the outdoors, and the bird watchers can follow the Feathered Friends Trail. Visit some of the national parks where you can take a day hike or a short stroll to enjoy spectacular views. Sample the local wines at Kooroomba Vineyards, just a short drive town. Boonah is a very friendly country town and the locals are proud of where they live. So, when visiting this area, don't forget to ask a local to find that special place to visit.Tourist/Visitor Centre       Bicentennial Park, 20 Boonah-Fassifern Rd, Boonah QLDPh: 07 5463 2233vic@scenicrim.qld.gov.auwww.scenicrim.qld.gov.auCasual Parking       Walter St, Park St & Railway StShort & Long Term Parking        Boonah Showground Caravan Park, Ph: 07 5463 4080, (96hr); Free overnight parking for self contained vehicles available VIC car park from 4.00pm - 8.00am, (24hr); Kalbar Showground Caravan Park, George St, Ph: 07 5463 7360Dump Point  Boonah Showground Caravan Park, Melbourne StPotable Water          Boonah Showground Caravan Park, Boonah VICHospital        Leonard St, Ph: 07 5463 3300Doctors Surgery     High St, Ph: 07 5463 1200; Leonard St, Ph: 07 5463 2266Dentist           Yeates Ave, Ph: 07 5463 1034Pharmacy     Terry Foote Pharmacy, High St, Ph: 07 5463 1542Supermarket            IGA Supermarket, 58 High St, Ph: 07 5463 1031

Brinkworth is a town in the mid north region of South Australia and is located 32 kilometres north of the regional centre of Clare. The town was originally named after George Brinkworth, a district land owner at the time the town was established. Today, Brinkworth is a commercial centre for grain and prime lamb producers.The Brinkworth Stockyard Reserve is the ideal place to stop-over and explore the surrounding regions. The site is easy to find with good signage and sealed roads. Facilities include covered seating, showers, bins, toilets, water and a BBQ area. Visitors can stay for up to 72 hours with powered sites available at a cost of $15.00 per vehicle per night and unpowered sites available for $6.00 per vehicle per night - payable to caretaker Anne. (Please call Anne on arrival - details located at entrance). Walk around the avenues of native trees, along the Pepper Tree Trail or follow the disused railway line past a rare, old railway turntable, grain silos and two charming railway cottages.Cost: Power $15pvpn; unpower $6pvpn, payable to caretaker Anne. When you arrive onsite, there will be a sign with Anne's details. Please call Anne upon arrival and she will meet you there with the key. Parking: Easy to find with good signage, sealed roads, (72hr), pets allowed, c/seating, shwrs, bins, tlts, water, BBQOpening Hours: Contact numbers to call are on sign on the gate