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The Nyroca Camp and Function Centre is situated in the town of Wangary, on the Eyre Peninsula, approximately 682 kilometres by road from Adelaide. Wangary is a small village first surveyed in 1871, and many historical buildings remain of this era, including the Old Lake Wangary Hotel, now operating as a general store. The Nyroca campground is a peaceful bush retreat, nine kilometres north of Wangary. Unpowered sites are available for $15 per vehicle night, or powered sites at $20 per vehicle per night. The use of showers and toilets are included, barbecue facilities are on site and pets are welcome on leads. The function centre can be hired, and is equipped with modern kitchen facilities – perfect for chapter get-togethers and special occasions. With the maximum stay negotiable, Nyroca makes an ideal base to explore the surrounding highlights such as the Marble Ranges, Coffin Bay and Port Lincoln. To the east of the town is Lake Wangary, one of the few fresh water lakes found on the peninsula. Cost: Unpower $15pvpn, Power $20pvpn August 2018. Parking: Negotiable time limit, pets on a lead permitted. 

Bathurst, gateway to central New South Wales, is located at the junction of three highways – the Great Western, Mid Western and Mitchell Highways. It is a beautiful city located beside the Macquarie River, with a town centre that features historic buildings and leafy parks. Bathurst was declared a town site in 1815, making it Australia’s first inland settlement, and the town boomed after the discovery of gold there in the mid 1800’s. It is renowned for its history and you will have fun wandering the streets discovering the plaques, monuments, parks and buildings that contribute to the story of Bathurst. The Visitor Information Centre has maps of self-guided walks and heritage drives for the city and the region, as well as information on where to throw in a line or spread out your picnic blanket. They also have a fully restored Cobb & Co coach. For more history on the region visit the Bathurst District Historical Society, which is housed in the very impressive Courthouse building. In addition there is also the Australian Fossil and Mineral Museum, which includes a complete T-Rex skeleton. For those more interested in the modern day, you can drive around the Mount Panorama motor-racing circuit. At the bottom, visit the National Motor Racing Museum and look out for the photo opportunity just outside, where you can become ‘King of the Mountain’. Just outside of Bathurst are the historic gold villages of Hill End, Sofala and Wattle Flat, as well as the heritage listed Rockley and Trunkey Creek, gateway to the lovely Abercrombie Caves. Each village has its own stories for you to uncover while you mingle with the locals, visit the cemeteries and ramble the country roads.The city of Bathurst has all the modern conveniences and businesses to complement your travels, with a nice mix of boutiques, shops and major retail outlets. A dump point is located at Caravan Solutions in Corporation Avenue and parking is available at Berry Park on Lions Club Drive.Bathurst is a great location to use as a base while you explore the surrounding areas. There’s heaps to do, lots of places to explore and characters to meet.Tourist/Visitor CentreBathurst VIC, 1 Kendall Ave, Bathurst NSWPh: 02 6332 1444visitors@bathurst.nsw.gov.au www.visitbathurst.com.au Casual ParkingCouncil car park, Elizabeth St (behind McDonalds); Bathurst Visitor Information Cenre, 1 Kendall Ave (opposite Showground); Lower end of Howick St for vehicles over 11mShort & Long Term ParkingBerry Park, Lions Club DrvDump PointBathurst Regional Council Waste Water Treatment Works. Morrisset StMon-Fri: 8am–3pm, Sat, Sun & public Hols: 8am-12pmPotable WaterBathurst VIC, 1 Kendall AveHospitalHowick St, Ph: 02 6339 5311Doctors Surgery123 Howick St, Ph: 02 6332 4266; 46 Keppel St, Ph: 02 6331 7077; 115 George St, Ph: 02 6332 5355; 116 Russell St, Ph: 02 6331 2266; Cnr Marsden Lane & Gilmore St, Ph: 02 6332 5857; Cnr Suttor St & Wark Pde, Ph: 02 6332 5500Dentist104 Piper St, Ph: 02 6331 3364; 3/90 Keppel St, Ph: 02 6331 3699; 154 Bentinck St, Ph: 02 6331 7877PharmacyShop 18, Stockland Centre, Ph: 02 6331 9033; Metro Plaza, Ph: 02 6331 2599; George St, Ph: 02 6331 4033; Wark Pde, Ph: 02 6331 3190; 165 Howick St, Ph: 02 6331 2955; Shop MM4, Bathurst City Centre, Ph: 02 6332 6008 Supermarket Coles, Bathurst Chase, William St; Aldi, Russell St; Woolworths, Bathurst City Centre & Stockland Centre

Fingal is a small town located in the north-east of Tasmania, on the Esk Highway. The Fingal valley offers travellers and residents alike an environment unique for its scenery and colonial history. The town has a number of historically significant buildings, particularly in the town’s main street, Talbot Street. The Holder Brothers Store dates from 1859 and nearby is the old Tasmania Hotel, constructed, in part, from the stones that were originally used to build the prison barracks in the 1840s.Those visiting Fingal can find short-term parking at Fingal Recreation Ground, located in Percy Street. A dump point and potable water are also available here. Fingal is a wonderful place to visit, especially for RV travellers, so be sure to immerse yourself in the history. Visit convict cells, the convict probation station, or take a stroll through The Old Tasmanian Hotel Community Centre. To the north you will also find the Mathinna Falls Forest Reserve and the Evercreech Forest Reserve. Tourist/Visitor Centre       St Helens VIC 61 Cecilia St, St Helens, TAS 7216Ph: 03 6376 1744sthelensvic@bodc.tas.gov.auwww.tasmaniaseastcoast.com.au Casual Parking       Talbot St, FingalShort Term Parking           Fingal Recreation Ground, Percy Street, FingalDump Point  Fingal Recreation Ground, Percy Street, FingalPotable Water          Fingal Recreation Ground, Percy Street, FingalHospital        Gardeners Creek Rd, St Mary’s (approx 15km E of Fingal), ph: 03 6372 2111Supermarket            St Mary's Pharmacy, Main St, St Mary's, ph: 03 6372 2844