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Featured RV Friendly Events

Opal Evolution – Stones that Flow with Light

Dates: 02/10/2026 - 04/10/2026

Opal Evolution is an immersive outback arts and culture festival held in Andamooka, the home of the world's rarest opal. Across three nights the desert landscape comes alive with large-scale light projections, live music, giant puppets, and community parades. By day, visitors can join creative workshops, explore opal mining heritage, and connect with artists, locals, and the unique spirit of this opal-rich town. Blending art, story, and stars under vast desert skies, Opal Evolution offers a once-in-a-lifetime experience in the heart of Outback South Australia.

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Desert Harmony Festival

Dates 01/08-04/08/2026

Yarntarnpa Kululu-jju Nyinta (Living together as One)

A celebration of culture, community, and creativity in the heart of the Barkly. This year's festival theme, Yarntarnpa Kululu-jju Nyinta, acknowledges the diversity of the people in the Barkly region which continues to enrich the cultural fabric of the community.

Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids) Caters for people who use a wheelchair. Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)

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QLD

Gympie Music Muster

Dates: 27/08/2026 - 30/08/2026

The Gympie Music Muster is one of Australia’s most beloved community-driven music festivals, a blend of country, folk, blues, roots, and rock, set against the breathtaking backdrop of native forest. It’s not just a festival, it’s a week of live music, camping, dancing, workshops, bush poets, markets and bush vibes that draws music fans from across the country

General camping is FREE — included with a 4-day festival pass (Thursday 27 Aug to Sunday 30 Aug 2026).

- You can arrive early and camp from Saturday 22 August 2026, giving you up to 9 days of camping and pre-Muster entertainment with a 4-day ticket.

Note: Day tickets also allow camping the night before and the night of your ticket at no extra cost.

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Featured RV Friendly Towns & Destinations

QUEENSLAND

Gatton - QLD RVFT

Gatton is a town in south-east Queensland, which sits in the lovely Lockyer Valley. Gatton is also the administrative centre of the Lockyer Valley local government area. The area has rich agricultural history, and today, vegetables make up the majority of local crops. Up until the 1990’s, fruit was grown extensively throughout the region; however, with changing economic conditions, many of the orchards were removed.Those visiting the friendly town of Gatton have access to short-term parking at William Kemp Park. Parking is available only for those travelling with self-contained vehicles and a maximum stay of 48 hours applies. Pets are permitted to stay on-site as long as they are on leads. and covered seating, a barbecue, and water, are all available too. A dump point is also located at the park, which is of value.During a visit to Gatton, spend some time at the Lockyer Valley Culture Centre, which has only been open to the public since 2009. The centre houses a library, art gallery, café, visitor information centre, the Lockyer Legends Hall of Fame, and the Queensland Transport Museum. For those who enjoy birdwatching, take a walk along the circular walking track at Apex Park. Here you can also check out the Dry Rainforest and the Lights on the Hill Trucking memorial.Tourist/Visitor Information CentreLockyer Valley Cultural Centre34 Lake Apex Dr, GattonPh: 07 5466 3426www.lockyervalleyculturalcentre.com.auCasual Parking (near retail centre)Lockyer Creek side of East St and Railway St, excluding between Spencer to Crescent Sts Gatton.Short Term ParkingWilliam Kemp Park, East St Gatton48hrs, s/c only, pets on lead, mobile phone coverage, bins, covered seating, BBQ & water.Dump PointGatton RV Park, East St GattonLat: -27.555288, Long: 152.274589Potable WaterGatton RV Park, East St GattonHospital97 William St, Gatton – Ph: 07 5468 4188Doctors Surgery18 William St, Gatton – Ph: 07 5462 0100Dentist123 Spencer St, Gatton – Ph: 07 5462 1133PharmacyShop 6 Gatton Plaza, 114 Spencer St, Gatton – Ph: 07 5462 1071SupermarketColes, Spencer St, IGA, Railway St, Aldi, Ballantine St

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SOUTH AUSTRALIA

Hallett Recreation Ground - SA RVFD

Hallett Recreation Area is located in Hallett, a small town in the mid-north region of South Australia, and is situated on the Barrier Highway, approximately 38 kilometres south-east of Jamestown and 34 kilometres north of Burra.Visitors can find the recreation area one kilometre from the Highway and main tourist route for Flinders, Broken Hill and Adelaide. Here, sites are available at a cost of $15 per vehicle per night. A 48 hour time limit applies. Call caretaker on 0413 679 883.Hallett Recreation Reserve is a popular option for many visitors while exploring the scenic hillside of the mid-north region of South Australia. This picturesque and tranquil area is ideal for a relaxing getaway, and nearby are enjoyable walking and bicycle trails that weave through the stunning region.Contact: Hallett Mini Mart, Barrier Hwy, HallettPhone: 0413 679 883Parking: West Terrace, through Memorial Gates to far side of oval behind Grandstand, 48hrs, $15pvpn. All bookings are to be made with the caretaker on 0413 679 883 (will also provide facility keys).

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NEW SOUTH WALES

Rich River Golf Club Resort - NSW RVFD

The fee is $15 per night, with a maximum stay of three nights. Visitors must register and pay at the club reception. Pets are not permitted.The campsite, which was previously located to the east of the golf course, has now been relocated to the north of the course. The new site includes a single toilet and a dump point. While it is a longer walk to the clubhouse, a club courtesy bus is available for guests.A social membership is available for $14 per year and is optional. The membership is good value for those intending to stay longer, offering benefits such as 10% off meals and beverages.*$15 per night, maximum 3 night stay*Present at reception to make payment*Must be self-contained*Free access to dump station and toilet at the campsite*No pets allowed on-site*Become a Social Member to receive Food & Beverage discounts.

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