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Geeveston is a small town located in southern Tasmania, approximately 62 kilometres south west of Hobart. Situated in the picturesque Huon Valley, Geeveston is surrounded by rolling hills, lush green valleys and apple orchids. The town has a history of forestry and apple growing, however, tourism is now a major focus for the township.The Geeveston Ex Servicemen & Women’s Club is found approximately one kilometre south of the town centre, on Memorial Drive. With parking available for up to 96 hours, the club makes an ideal camping base while exploring the local area. Fees are set at a low $20 per vehicle per night, with toilets, bins and water available also pets are permitted on leads. The town itself has many creative shops and eateries, and the main street features hand-carved timber sculptures of famous locals. Just outside of Geeveston is the popular Tahune Airwalk, with its treetop walkways and views across the Picton and Huon Rivers.Cost: $20pvpnParking: Toilets, water, bins, 96hrs, pets on lead, mobile serviceOpening Hours: Some meals available, see club for details

The small inland town of Theodore is situated on the Leichhardt Highway and the Dawson River. The River and Theodore Weir have over the years provided irrigation to sustain the towns farming and agricultural industries. This is evident in the beautiful lawns and gardens, as well as the palm tree lined main street, The Boulevard, which is wide enough to cater for larger motorhomes. Theodore township was established in 1922 on land at the junction of the Dawson River and Castle Creek, with water provided by the nearby weir. The Hotel Theodore was opened as a hostel to cater for the many people coming to settle in the area. The community became the hostel shareholders and profits from the present day hotel are now used to support community projects. The Dawson Folk Museum, located at the end of Second Avenue, contains many fascinating historical displays and records of the early days of Theodore.Those looking to stay in Theodore can find short-term parking at Junction Park. Parking is limited to 48 hours and visitors have access to the dump point and potable water.Theodore is a wonderful place to visit, especially for RV travellers. The town has a large variety of shops to explore and you can pick up supplies at one of the two supermarkets. There are cafes, restaurants and take away food outlets and the Hotel Theodore has counter meals.Tourist/Visitor Centre       Theodore VIC, Fifth Ave, Theodore QLDPh: 07 4993 1900secretary@informationcentre.com.auCasual Parking       The Boulevard, Fifth Avenue, and Sixth AvenueShort & Long Term Parking        Junction Park (48hr); Powered sites $20/night at Theodore Showgrounds (7nights max) Ph: 0487 207 373Dump Point  Theodore ShowgroundsPotable Water          Junction Park Rest AreaHospital        87 The Boulevard, Ph: 07 4990 3000Doctors Surgery     27 Ninth Avenue, Ph: 07 4993 1371Pharmacy     At the hospitalSupermarket            Cornetts, The Boulevard, Ph: 07 4993 1177

Burren Junction Bore Baths are located approximately 90km west of Narrabri, just off the Kamilaroi Highway. The Great Artesian Basin feeds water with a constant temperature of 45.5°C into public bore baths in Walgett, Lightning Ridge and Burren Junction. The water is approximately 200 million years old and residents and visitors enjoy soaking their weary bodies in the potassium-rich water after a long day.Access to filtered water, an amenities block with power, covered seating areas and a dump point is available to all self-contained vehicles for $5 per vehicle per night. Three kilometres west of the Bore Baths is Burren Junction. In its heyday Burren Junction was a bustling railway town, but today there are not as many services available, however, it is still a busy agricultural area with wheat, cotton, cattle, sheep and a strong community.Address:  Kamilaroi Highway, Burren JunctionCost: $5pvpnParking: Toilets and water, no time limits, pets on lead, limited mobile accessOpening Hours: max 21 days