RV Friendlies & Events

Dimboola is located in the Wimmera region of Western Victoria, 334 kilometres north-west of Melbourne and half-way between Melbourne and Adelaide. The town is surrounded by fields of wheat and cereal crops, as well as numerous sheep farms, and it is these industries that have provided the livelihood of Dimboola since the mid 1800s. Several historical buildings can be found within the town, including the former Dimboola Court House, the Old Shire Hall, and the Victoria Hotel. The Recreation Reserve, situated at Lloyd Street in Dimboola, provides parking for self-contained vehicles at no cost. Additionally, access to potable water and a dump point is available nearby on Wimmera Street. With stunning sunsets, some of Australia’s unique wildlife, wide-open plains, wetlands and waterways, national parks, historic sites, and a friendly community, Dimboola is the perfect place for travellers to stop, play and stay.While in town be sure to visit the Dimboola Common, on the Wimmera River flood plains, in the area between the township and the river. The Dimboola Common includes historical settlement sites, a Chinese camp and market gardens. Just a few kilometres west of town, next to the Western Highway, you will find the infamous Pink Lake – a real treat and an attraction not to be missed.Tourist/Visitor Centre       Dim-E-Shop109 Lloyd St, Dimboola VICPh: 03 5389 1588Email: dim-e-shop@hotmail.comCasual Parking       Wimmera St; Lochiel St; Victoria St; car park at rear of Old Shire Hall, Lloyd St; Lloyd St; Bi-centennial Park, High StShort Term Parking           Dimboola Recreation Reserve, Lloyd St, Dimboola VIC.Dump Point  Wimmera St, Dimboola VICPotable Water          Wimmera St, Dimboola VICHospital        32-36 Anderson St, Dimboola VIC, Ph: 03 5363 7100Doctors Surgery     Lloyd St, Dimboola VIC, Ph: 03 5363 7111, Mon - Fri: 8.30am – 5.00pmPharmacy     Dimboola Guardian Pharmacy, 110 Lloyd St, Dimboola VIC, Ph: 03 5389 1552Supermarket            IGA Dimboola, Ph: 03 5389 1707

The Bridge Hotel is located next to the Murray River at Jingellic, a pretty little town on the New South Wales side of the river. Here, visitors can enjoy good old-fashioned country hospitality at one of Australia’s original country pubs while taking in incredible views of the Murray River and the Snowy Mountains.The Hotel offers RV parking for up to 30 vehicles free of charge, and with ample space available the hotel is also able to accommodate those with big rigs over 11 metres in length. Dinner and lunch are available every day, with six beers available on tap.The Bridge Hotel is a lovely country pub, with a great atmosphere, fantastic meals and beautifully kept camping grounds nestled on the banks of the majestic Murray River. Whilst in the area, canoeing is a treat and Jingellic is the perfect place to go fishing and try to catch a Murray cod. Across the river on the Victorian side are the nearby towns of Walwa and Tintaldra.Address: 3149 River Rd, JingellicCost: Nil chargeParking: Suitable for vehicles over 11m, room for up to 30 vehiclesOpening Hours: Approx 11am - 1pm daily.

Blyth is a small town 132 kilometres north of Adelaide and 13 kilometres from the famous Clare Valley wine-growing region. Although the population is only 306, the town thrives on its strong community spirit. The climate and soil in Blyth provide ideal conditions for the farming of wheat, barley, legumes, sheep, cattle and pigs. Sport also plays a big part in the lives of locals, with several sporting clubs in town. Blyth Town Oval can accommodate motorhomes of all sizes and allows parking for up to 96 hours at no charge. Barbecues and covered seating are available a short walk away at the Padnaindi Reserve, and bins are located at the oval.Blyth provides conveniences for the RV traveller including a post office and public hotel. Visitors can visit the Blyth Cinema on Friday and Saturday nights, with movies showing at 8pm.Cost: Nil costParking: 96hrs, c/seating, bins, water, BBQ (please note that the BBQ & most of the c/seating is at Padnaindi Reserve)Opening Hours: 7 days