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Berri is a picturesque riverside town located 238 kilometres north-east of Adelaide. The town was proclaimed in 1911 and took its name from the aboriginal tribe ‘bery bery’, meaning ‘bend in the river’. Berri is now renowned for its quality wine production and is surrounded by 3000 hectares of vineyards and orchards.The camping area on Martin’s Bend Road offers RV parking at $5 per vehicle per night (payable to a deposit box on-site). The length of stay is negotiable; pets are allowed and bins, toilets, BBQs and covered seating is available. A dump point is also located at Martin’s Bend, and potable water is accessible at the Visitor Information Centre, located on Riverview Drive.There is so much to do when visiting Berri, with the Riverland Farmer’s Market, held every Saturday, a must for food lovers. The markets feature fresh produce from the region, and also a range of cuisine from different countries, highlighting the multiculturalism of the area. Visitors can enjoy a picnic lunch with beautiful river views, and perhaps take the 2 kilometre riverfront walk from Berri to the camping area at Martin’s Bend.Tourist/Visitor Information Centre        Berri Visitor Information CentreRiverview Dr, BerriP: 08 8582 5511www.berribarmera.sa.gov.auCasual Parking       Vaughan Terrace, BerriShort & Long Term Parking           Martin’s Bend, Martin’s Bend Rd, $5pvpn into deposit box, (stay neg), pets on lead, bins, tlts, c/seating, BBQ, waterDump Point  Martin’s Bend, Martin’s Bend RdPotable Water          Berri VIC, Riverview DrHospital        Riverland General Hospital, Maddern St, Berri, ph 08 8580 2400Doctors Surgery     Berri Medical Clinic, Cornwall St, Berri, ph 08 8582 2855Dentist           Various dental surgeries in town, please see VICPharmacy     Riverland Plaza Pharmacy, Kay Ave, Berri, ph 08 8582 3900; Berri Pharmacy, 14 Vaughan Tce, Berri, ph 08 8582 3700Supermarket            Coles, Kay Ave, Berri, ph 08 8582 2088; Woolworths, 14 Vaughan Tce, Berri, ph 08 8529 7300  

Barellan is a small quiet village located on the Burley Griffin Way, a short distance from the Newell Highway. With its broad and easy-to-navigate streets, Barellan makes it easy to enjoy all it has to offer, such as the beautiful historic pub, café, grocery store and local swimming pool. For those passing through town and looking for a secure place to set up camp, Barellan Showground offers visitors the perfect short and long term parking options. The showground offers non-powered sites for just $10 per vehicle per night and powered sites for just $15 per vehicle per night. Visitors can negotiate their intended length of stay, and showers, toilets and water are also available. A dump point is also located on-site and pets are permitted on leads.In 2009, Barellan celebrated its centenary with the construction of The Big Tennis Racquet, which is a fantastic photo opportunity, so don’t forget your camera. The town once lent their tennis racquets to Evonne Goolagong in her early days of tennis, ultimately giving her the opportunity to become the champion player she grew up to be. Tourist/Visitor Information CentreNarrandera Visitors CentreCadell St, NarranderaPh: 02 6959 5545www.narrandera.com.auCasual Parking (near retail centre)Yapunyah St, BarellanShort & Long Term ParkingBarellan Showground, Showground RdNegotiable stay limit, pets on lead, showers, toilets, power and water. $10pvpn non power, $15pvpn poweredDump PointMyall St beside Barellan HallLat: -34.285188 Long: 146.571446Barellan Showground also has a dump pointPotable WaterBarellan Showground, Showground RdHospitalNearest hospital is at LeetonDoctors SurgeryNearest doctor is at LeetonDentistNearest dentist is at LeetonPharmacyNearest pharmacy is in Ardlethan or YendaSupermarket100 Yapunyah St, Barellan

Balmoral is a historic township in redgum country on the Glenelg River, 79 kilometres south-west of Horsham and 328km north west of Melbourne. The area produces fine merino wool, lamb, beef, hay, herbs, cereal and oil seed crops. Balmoral’s many facilities include the Bush Nursing Centre, Community Store, 24-hour fuel, golf, bowls and swimming pool. The large-scale Martinich-Carran mural makes a contemporary statement in the village centre. For those visiting Balmoral, parking is permitted in the square for up to eight vehicles for a maximum of 48 hours, free of charge. Bins and barbecues are provided, and free potable water is available at Seymour Park on the corner of Glendinning Street and Rocklands Road.Balmoral is the gateway to the popular Rocklands Reservoir for camping, fishing and recreational water sports. The Grampians and Black Range State Forests surround, with excellent bush walking, Aboriginal rock art, wildflowers and breathtaking views, making the square the perfect location to base yourself while you explore the region. Contact: Balmoral Post OfficePhone: 03 5570 1280 or 0400 191 610Cost: Nil cost. Donations can be made to Balmoral Post Office or Community Store.Parking: In town centre, access via Bell St or Glendinning St, self-contained RVs only, 48hrs, BBQ, bins, free potable water at Seymour Park (Cnr of Glendinning St & Rocklands Rd).Opening Hours: 7 days