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Featured RV Friendly Events

WA
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Big Sky Readers and Writers Festival

Set against the sweeping coastline of Western Australia’s Coral Coast, the Big Sky Readers and Writers Festival transforms Geraldton into a vibrant hub of storytelling, creativity and culture each October. Visitors can experience inspiring author talks, engaging panel discussions and interactive workshops while exploring Geraldton’s cafés, foreshore precinct and historic streets. With spring sunshine, ocean views and a welcoming regional atmosphere, the festival offers the perfect excuse for a cultural getaway. Pair a weekend of books and ideas with coastal walks, fresh Mid West seafood and day trips to nearby natural attractions — making Big Sky not just a literary event, but a memorable regional escape under WA’s wide open skies.

TASMANIA
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Street Eats at Franko

A hyperactive inner-city night market explodes around Franklin Square: bring your tastebuds and your dancing shoes for a Friday night fling. Nothing but Tasmanian street food and craft drinks. 


4.30pm - 9.00pm | December – April every year!

Friday (Weekly)  

QLD
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Jundah Camel Races

Date: 4/7/26

The Jundah Camel Races kick off the Desert Champions Way in Outback Queensland, offering a vibrant, authentic Aussie experience with high-energy camel races, local markets, family fun, delicious bush tucker, live music, and deep dives into cameleer history, all set against stunning red dirt landscapes for a true taste of Outback spirit and hospitality.  


Featured RV Friendly Towns & Destinations

QUEENSLAND
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Gayndah - QLD RVFT

Gayndah is a town located on the Burnett River in Queensland, with the Burnett Highway passing through the area. It is 366 kilometres north of Brisbane, and 145 kilometres west of Maryborough. Gayndah lies at the heart of Queensland's citrus area and proudly claims to be the ‘Orange Capital of Queensland'. Many fine historic buildings line the main street, representing Edwardian, Federation and Art Deco styles. A unique collection of early designed railway bridges offer the railway enthusiast an insight into early bridge structure and engineering.Zonhoven Park, located on the Burnett Highway, is the ideal destination to explore the town. Self-contained travellers are welcome to stay here for 24 hours at no-cost, with access to a dump point and potable water also available on-site.The area's undulating countryside offers several lookouts including Archer's Lookout, Binjour Lookout and Mt Gayndah - with views over the citrus orchards, Burnett River Valley and rural countryside.Tourist/Visitor Centre       Gayndah Museum & Information Centre, 8 Simon St, Gayndah QLDPh: 1300 696 272admin@northburnett.qld.gov.au.Casual Parking       Anzac Parade (Lions Park) has space for large vehicles/motor homes etc to park and also the side streets off the main shopping area in Capper St plus and all side streetsShort Term Parking           Zonhoven Park, Burnett Hwy, (24hr), nil costLong Term Parking            Thompson’s CrossingDump Point  Temporarily Closed for works.Zonhoven Park, Burnett HwyPotable Water          Zonhoven Park, Burnett HwyHospital        Warton St, Ph: 07 4161 3571Doctors Surgery     Queen St, Ph: 07 4161 1666Dentist           69 Warton St, Ph: 07 4161 3571Pharmacy     Capper St, Ph: 07 4161 1304Supermarket            IGA, Capper St, Ph: 07 4161 1844
TASMANIA
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Hagley RV Farm Stay - Tas RVFD

Please note, this site has now closed for the season. The farm is due to reopen mid October 2026, weather permitting. This farm stay closes each year from May to October for the winter season.Hagley RV Farm Stay is a low-cost campground ($10 per vehicle per night) for self-contained RVs. Established for opening in October 2019, the 3 acre campground is located on a 60 acre hobby farm owned and operated by local couple Annette & Stephen Camino.  Located within the village of  Hagley the property is easily accessible from Meander Valley Road (B54), 70km east of the Spirit of Tasmania terminal at Devonport and 30km west of Launceston. Farming activities are primarily cropping - growing fodder crops including grass and lucerne for silage and hay. Both Annette & Stephen also work locally - Annette is a nurse at the Launceston General Hospital while Stephen works in the Tasmanian poppy industry at Tasmanian Alkaloids in Westbury. Avid caravanners themselves, Annette & Stephen consider fellow RV travellers friends and as such are committed to the provision of a welcoming, personalised, quality, value for money camping experience. Facilities and Services  Pets welcome on a leadHagley RV Farm Stay "Happy Hour" ShedCommunal fire-pit (wood provided)Entertainment Books (discount voucher books) available for purchase.  Save $$$$ on your Tasmanian trip while supporting the Save the Tasmanian Devil Appeal - a double bonus.  You can buy one here: https://www.entertainmentbook.com.au/orderbooks/9y63159Tourist Information availableCommunal rest & recreation area with out-door games and activities avialable.  Disc-bowls, darts & quoits. And for the younger ones; footballs, soccer balls, cricket sets, kids darts, frisbees and the great Pokemon Search and Find!!  Hagley Recreation ground is also just a short 300m walk away where there is a playgroundBook / magazine exchange well stocked with a wide range of titles to satisfy anyone’s tasteHagley General Store/Australia Post is a short 650m walk to purchase your daily newspaper and supplies.Hagley Garage /United Petroleum is next door, consistently offering the cheapest fuel within the north of the state with a 6c/L discount for RACT card holders
WESTERN AUSTRALIA
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Varley Chicken Ranch - WA RVFD

Varley is a small town located between Hyden and Lake King in the Wheatbelt region of Western Australia. The town is named after the nearby Lake Varley and Varley Rock, which were both named by explorer Frank Hahn in 1901. For those visiting the area, parking is available at Varley Chicken Ranch, which is approximately halfway between Wave Rock and Ravensthorpe, and 418 km south-east of Perth. Varley Chicken Ranch allows parking for up to 48 hours, with payment via a donation box on-site. Toilets, covered seating, barbecues and bins are provided, and pets on leads are welcome.There is plenty to see and do in Varley, which makes the ranch the ideal location to base yourself. A comprehensive museum, a recreation centre and a golf course are all located in town, whilst also located close by is the Rabbit Proof Fence and the abandoned gold mining town Hatters Hill. Cost: Donation box on siteParking: 48hrs, covered seaing, bins, toilets, BBQ, pets on lead, dump pointOpening Hours: 7 days