RV Friendlies & Events

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

Polkdinney Park is found in the town of Kyancutta, on the Eyre Peninsula of South Australia, 551 kilometres northwest of Adelaide. The park was opened in 1986 as part of the Jublilee 150 commemorations, and contains a collection of typical farming equipment used in the early pioneer settlement days, along with the names of pioneers from the district carved into the fence posts around the park.There is ample space for parking of RVs including big rigs. There is no cost to stay, pets are permitted in the park, and bins and toilets are also provided. Cost: Nil chargeParking: Western side of Kyancutta Store behind public phone box, neg time limit, pets on lead, bins, toiletsOpening Hours: 7 days

St Kilda, South Australia, is a small historic seaside suburb of Adelaide, located approximately 24 kilometres from the CBD. The township comprises around 50 houses and sits on a narrow strip of land surrounded by water, just five kilometres off Port Wakefield Road, one of Adelaide’s major arterial highways. Access is also available via the Northern Connector Freeway, which has a dedicated turn-off to St Kilda.The St Kilda Adventure Park is located on Fooks Terrace and is a major attraction for the area. St Kilda forms part of the Adelaide International Bird Sanctuary and features a popular boat ramp, fishing from the breakwater, and extensive recreational facilities. The Adventure Park offers a wide range of unique play equipment, including a castle, shipwreck, slippery dips and more. A large car park is available and is suitable for cars, RVs and boat trailers.From 1 December 2025 to 30 November 2026, RVs are permitted to stay for up to three days at no cost due to government support following algal blooms that have impacted boating and recreational fishing in South Australian waters. After the three-day stay, visitors must move on but may return after a three-week break for another three-day stopover. On arrival guests will need to pick up a free registration form from the kiosk.Facilities include potable water, toilets, rubbish bins and covered seating. As of January 2026, the nearest dump point is approximately 10 kilometres away at the OTR Truck Stop. The Electric Tram Museum is open on public holidays and Sunday afternoons. The Tackle and Tucker Kiosk (08 8280 9355) and the St Kilda Hotel are both within easy walking distance for meals, while a large shopping centre is located at Burton, approximately eight kilometres away.Cost: From 1 December 2025 to 30 November 2026, RVs are permitted to stay for up to three days at no cost due to government support following algal blooms that have impacted boating and recreational fishing in South Australian waters. After the three-day stay, visitors must move on but may return after a three-week break for another three-day stopover. On arrival guests will need to pick up a free registration form from the kiosk.