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Featured RV Friendly Events

QUEENSLAND

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!

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SOUTH AUSTRALIA

EP Field Days Cleve

Event date: 11 - 13 August 2026

The biennial Eyre Peninsula Field Days showcases agricultural innovations and services in Cleve, South Australia.

More than 400 exhibitors from across agricultural machinery, farm services and rural lifestyle sectors set up displays, demonstrations and stalls showing new technologies, tools, and innovations. Alongside that are guest speakers, workshops, food and craft stalls, and features like “Artyculture” — a sustainable fashion/fashion-upcycling catwalk competition.

Facilities include food and beverage options, first aid, baby change, courier service for heavy purchases, free bus service around the site and ample parking.

With well over 10,000 attendees, EP Field Days plays a vital role in sharing farming innovations, inspiring rural lifestyle improvements, and strengthening community across Eyre Peninsula.

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NEW SOUTH WALES

Toganmain Woolshed Precinct Open Days

Event date: Saturday 28 March - Sunday 29 March 2026

Step back in time and explore the iconic Toganmain Woolshed, its outbuildings, and a range of historical displays.

While they won't be running formal tours, knowledgeable volunteers will be stationed throughout the precinct to share insights and answer your questions.

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Featured RV Friendly Towns & Destinations

TASMANIA

Old Mac's Caravan & Motorhome Farmstay - TAS RVFD/RVFT

Please note, parking available from 1st Oct - 31st May only (for parking availability in winter, please call first).Old Mac’s Caravan and Motorhome Farm Stay is in a picturesque setting within five kilometres of the Launceston CBD. This is the ideal location for anyone exploring Launceston, with Old Mac’s Farm Stay offering unpowered sites for $20 per vehicle night - Additional charges apply for use of water. Old Mac's Caravan Park is a 44-hectare site that includes a scenic lake to fish from, and can accommodate up to 50 vehicles on site at any one time.The fishery features a large number of rainbow trout to tempt keen fisherman or even the beginner. Fly-fishing lessons are available by appointment. You can also paddleboat, hire a canoe, have a barbecue and use the picnic facilities, or pick some strawberries. The farm and fishery has full disability access, and horse trail rides and riding lessons are available by appointment.Old Mac’s Farm Stay is the perfect place to stay and relax for a while.Cost: Unpowered $20pvpn, fees payable to caretaker. Power extra fee. Please book online at https://www.oldmacsfarm.com/ for power. Parking: Available up to 50 vehiclesOpening Hours: 1st Oct - 31st May (for parking availability in winter, please call first)

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QUEENSLAND

Gatton - QLD RVFT

Gatton is a town in south-east Queensland, which sits in the lovely Lockyer Valley. Gatton is also the administrative centre of the Lockyer Valley local government area. The area has rich agricultural history, and today, vegetables make up the majority of local crops. Up until the 1990’s, fruit was grown extensively throughout the region; however, with changing economic conditions, many of the orchards were removed.Those visiting the friendly town of Gatton have access to short-term parking at Gatton RV Park. Parking is available only for those travelling with self-contained vehicles and a maximum stay of 48 hours applies. Pets are permitted to stay on-site as long as they are on leads. and covered seating, a barbecue, and water, are all available too. A dump point is also located at the park, which is of value.During a visit to Gatton, spend some time at the Lockyer Valley Culture Centre, which has only been open to the public since 2009. The centre houses a library, art gallery, café, visitor information centre, the Lockyer Legends Hall of Fame, and the Queensland Transport Museum. For those who enjoy birdwatching, take a walk along the circular walking track at Apex Park. Here you can also check out the Dry Rainforest and the Lights on the Hill Trucking memorial.Tourist/Visitor Information CentreLockyer Valley Cultural Centre34 Lake Apex Dr, GattonPh: 07 5466 3426www.lockyervalleyculturalcentre.com.auCasual Parking (near retail centre)Lockyer Creek side of East St and Railway St, excluding between Spencer to Crescent Sts Gatton.Short Term ParkingGatton RV Park, East St Gatton48hrs, s/c only, pets on lead, mobile phone coverage, bins, covered seating, BBQ & water.Dump PointGatton RV Park, East St GattonLat: -27.555288, Long: 152.274589Potable WaterGatton RV Park, East St GattonHospital97 William St, Gatton – Ph: 07 5468 4188Doctors Surgery18 William St, Gatton – Ph: 07 5462 0100Dentist123 Spencer St, Gatton – Ph: 07 5462 1133PharmacyShop 6 Gatton Plaza, 114 Spencer St, Gatton – Ph: 07 5462 1071SupermarketColes, Spencer St, IGA, Railway St, Aldi, Ballantine St

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WESTERN AUSTRALIA

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 with accessible amenities and offers shade and sheltered areas as well as BBQ facilities. 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

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