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Featured RV Friendly Events

NEW SOUTH WALES

Town and Country Open Garden Day

Event Date: 26 October 2025, 9am - 5pm.

Narrandera District Garden Club hosts the Narrandera Town & Country Open Garden Day on the fourth Sunday of October annually. In 2025, the event will be held on Sunday 26th October, with tickets available from the Plant Stall at the Marie Bashir Park from 9am on the day, or online via Humanitix.

Visit 6 stunning gardens in and around Narrandera on Sunday 26th October 2025 and help support local charity, CanAssist Narrandera.

$25 tickets available online via Humanitix or from the Plant Stall at the Marie Bashir Park on the day, includes entry to 6 gardens, Devonshire Tea and a 25% discount at The Shady Gum Nursery on the day (conditions apply).

Lunch available at 'Burnside' where stalls will be available for your perusal and enjoyment.

So, get your friends together and enjoy a great day out in support of CanAssist Narrandera.

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SOUTH AUSTRALIA

Tunarama Festival

Event date: 16 - 18 January 2026

Tunarama is back — bigger, brighter and bolder than ever.

Set against the stunning backdrop of Port Lincoln, Tunarama 2026 marks a brand new chapter for one of Australia’s most iconic regional festivals. From January 16–18, the three-day celebration will bring together the best of tradition and transformation — honouring over 60 years of heritage while embracing a fresh vision for the future.

Tunarama 2026 will feature everything locals and visitors love — the legendary Tuna Toss, and the vibrant street parade — alongside a feast of new experiences celebrating Port Lincoln’s reputation as the Seafood Capital of Australia.

Expect fresh seafood tastings and demonstrations, live music, local wine and produce showcases, multicultural experiences, live entertainment and a wide range of family-friendly activities — all designed to spotlight the people, industries, and culture that make Port Lincoln unique.

Whether you’re a longtime fan or a first-time visitor, this is your invitation to be part of something special. Tunarama 2026 is more than a festival — it’s a homecoming, a celebration, and a taste of what’s to come.

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QUEENSLAND

Tambo Outback Rodeo

Fast paced, exciting sports event involving horses and other livestock, designed to test the skill and speed of the cowboys and cowgirls.

Features of the event will be the Open Bull and Bronc Rides, with a Mini Bull event for the kids.

Local Rodeo with loads of action from Bulls, Broncs and Barrels with entertainment into the Night.

Event Date: 23rd of August 2025

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Featured RV Friendly Towns & Destinations

NEW SOUTH WALES

Ochre Arch Farm - NSW RVFD

Ochre Arch Farm is a family run property focused on sharing the knowledge of eco-agriculture through their guided farm tours. The property is in Pinnacle, approximately a 460-kilometre drive west of Sydney. Guests to the farm will not only learn about sustainable land management but they also have the opportunity to take in the native wildlife and indigenous heritage found at the property.Self-contained RV travellers are invited to stay on the farm for up to 24 hours at a cost of $10 per vehicle per night. Access to water is provided, however no other facilities are included. Please note, site is not available if it’s too wet.The sites are in a flat, shady area amongst magnificent Yellow Box and Western Grey Box trees, with vistas in all directions. Phil and Jan look forward to welcoming CMCA members to their peaceful property. Please note: you must call first before arrivalAddress: 761 Goodes Lane, PinnaclePhone: 02 6343 5150 or 0425 760 596Cost: $10pvpnParking: s/c vehicles only, 24hrs, sites not available if ground is too wet, campfires not permitted during fire season, owner lives on siteOpening Hours: Please call prior to arrival

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SOUTH AUSTRALIA

Farrell Flat Oval - SA RVFD

Farrell Flat is located in South Australia, approximately 22 kilometres south-west of Burra and 20 kilometres east of Clare. The town is home to a café, hotel, and grain silos and the main industry is the growing, collection and distribution of a variety of grains from surrounding farms. Just before harvest, the valley is a beautiful patchwork quilt of gold, purple and yellow.For those wishing to stay at Farrell Flat can do so at Farrell Flat Oval, free of charge. Parking is located near the Go-Kart shed, and a 72 hour time limit applies. Farrell Flat is a relaxing and quiet sanctuary. While in town, be sure to visit the family owned Farrell Flat Hotel, located in the main street, next to the grain silos.Parking: Southern end near Go-Kart track, 72hrs

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WESTERN AUSTRALIA

Coolgardie - WA RVFT

Coolgardie is known as “Mother of the Goldfields” and was the birthplace of the 1892 gold rush. The small town is situated 558 kilometres east of Perth, and a leisurely drive from Kalgoorlie. Coolgardie was once the third largest town in Western Australia, and today many charming heritage buildings remain; evidence of former glory days of the gold mining era.Coolgardie offers 48 hour parking for RVs free of charge at the Railway Station on Woodward Street. Bins and potable water are available, and a dump point is located nearby the railway station. Potable water is also available at the Mercy Gregory Memorial Park.While in town, visitors can learn about the gold rush history at the Goldfields Exhibition Museum and Ben Prior’s Park. Also, worth visiting is the Varischetti Mine Rescue Display, outlining the amazing story of workers who were trapped for nine days in an underwater mine; and the Pharmaceutical Museum, with its interesting collection of 18th and 19th century medicines and memorabilia.Tourist/Visitor Centre Coolgardie Visitors Centre & Goldfields Exhibition Museum62 Bayley St, Coolgardie WAP 08 9026 6090www.coolgardie.wa.gov.au Casual Parking Woodward St, CoolgardieShort Term Parking Railway Station, 75 Woodward St, (48hr), bins, water, pets on lead, nil costDump Point Near railway stationPotable Water Near Railway Station or Visitor CentreHospital Nearest hospital is Kalgoorlie - 30min away.Doctors Surgery Wilkie St, Coolgardie, open Mon - Fri. Coolgardie Ambulance Service is available 24/7Pharmacy Nearest pharmacy is in Kalgoorlie – 30min awaySupermarket Morans Store (IGA), 28/30 Bayley St, Coolgardie, ph 08 9026 6024

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