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Frances is a town in South Australia located approximately 291 kilometres south-east of the state’s capital Adelaide and sits on the South Australian/Victoria border. With a population of only 50 people, this border town offers a scenic alternative for people travelling from Adelaide to Melbourne or vice versa.RV travellers who decide to take this route during their travels can find 72-hour parking at Frances Recreation Reserve. Parking is available for $10 per vehicle per night (payable to Frances Store), and access to toilets and water is available. A dump point is also accessible at the reserve. The town is within close proximity to local caves and several recreational fishing lakes. Another popular attraction is Little Desert National Park; the best time to visit the park is between late winter and early summer when the temperatures are comfortable and the park is full of blossoms and wildflowers.Tourist/Visitor Information Centre        Naracoorte Visitor Information Centre36 Macdonnell St, NaracoortePh: 08 8762 1399W: naracoortelucindale.comCasual Parking (near retail centre)       Frances Recreation Reserve, East TerraceShort Term Parking           Frances Recreation Reserve, East Terrace$10pvpn payable at Frances Store, 72hrs, water, toilets, pets on lead.Dump Point  Frances Recreation Reserve, East TerraceLat: -36.712848Long: 140.960262Potable Water          Frances Recreation Reserve, East TerraceHospital        Nearest hospital is at NaracoorteDoctors Surgery     Nearest doctor is at NaracoorteDentist           Nearest dentist is at NaracoortePharmacy     Nearest pharmacy is at NaracoorteSupermarket            Frances General Store, Second St, Ph: 08 8765 1071

Robinvale and Euston are situated between Mildura and Swan Hill in north-west Victoria. Nestled on opposite banks of one of the most user-friendly stretches of the River Murray, Robinvale and Euston are ideal locations for water activities including water-skiing, swimming and fishing. Robinvale has a strong multicultural community drawn together through the development of substantial horticultural and agricultural holdings. Examples of local, regional and national produce are available for sale from the information centre.Those visiting Robinvale can find short-term parking beside the Fire Station at 101 Bromely Rd. There are no fees to stay here and parking is limited to 24 hours. Riverside Park, located on Robin Street in Robinvale provides visitors with access to potable water and a dump point. The vibrant city of Swan Hill is only a short 90-minute drive south along the Murray Valley Highway or if heading in the other direction via Euston, the internationally renowned Mungo National Park is a similar distance.Tourist/Visitor Centre       Robinvale/Euston Tourist Information Centre89 Bromley Rd, Robinvale VICPh: 03 5026 1388Email: info@rdhs.com.auwww.robinvaleeuston.com Casual Parking       Bromley Rd, RobinvaleShort Term Parking           Next to the Fire Station, 101 Bromley Rd, no permit req, (24hr)Long Term Parking            Lake Benanee, Sturt Hwy (16km), no permit req, (96hr)Dump Point  Riverside Park, Robin St, RobinvalePotable Water          Riverside Park, Robin St, RobinvaleHospital        Robinvale Hospital, 128 Latje Rd, Robinvale, Ph: 03 5051 8111Doctors Surgery     Medical Centre, 39 Latje Rd, Ph: 03 5026 1744Dentist           Tankard Dental Surgery, 160 Bromley Rd, Robinvale, Ph: 03 5026 3536Pharmacy     Amcal Max Robinvale, 21 Perrin  St, Robinvale, Ph: 03 5026 3253Supermarket            Ritches IGA Supermarket, 1-12 Latje Rd, Robinvale, Ph: 03 5026 4961

The small town of Fernvale lies on the Brisbane River, 30 kilometres north-west of Ipswich and an hour’s drive from Brisbane. One of the great attractions of the town is the Fernvale Markets, held every Sunday morning. People come from far and wide to grab a bargain from one of the interesting stalls. The town also provides fishing, swimming, boating and camping options along the Brisbane River and Wivenhoe Dam.Visitors can find short-term parking at Geoff Fisher Bridge for up to 20 hours at no charge. Pets are also very welcome. Potable water is located at Fernvale Memorial Park, and a key is available upon request at Fernvale Futures Complex and the dump point is located in Clive Street.Fernvale is the perfect spot to stop and get away from the busy city life, without losing any of the conveniences the city can provide.Tourist/Visitor Information Centre        Fernvale Futures Complex1483 Brisbane Valley Hwy, Fernvale QLDPh: 07 5427 0200www.somerset.qld.gov.auCasual Parking       Fernvale Futures Complex car park1483 Brisbane Valley HwyShort Term Parking           Free 20hr Overnight rest, Geoff Fisher Bridge, Lot 79 Brisbane Valley Hwy, Wivenhoe Pocket, nil charge, pets on lead, mobile coverage, bins, covered seatingDump Point  Clive St, Lat -27.454363, Long 152.650127Potable Water          Fernvale Memorial Park, key available upon request at Fernvale Futures ComplexHospital        Closest hospital at Ipswich, Ph: 07 3810 1111Doctors Surgery     Fernvale Medical Centre, Ph: 07 5427 0416, Health Matters Fernvale, Ph: 07 5426 7788Dentist           Fernvale Dental, Ph: 07 5427 0880Pharmacy     Fernvale Discount Drugstore, Fernvale Shopping Village Brisbane Valley Hwy, Ph: 07 5427 0695Supermarket            Woolworths, 1455 Brisbane Valley Hwy, Ph: 07 5421 2000