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'Locky’, as the locals affectionately term their town, is a small tight knit dairy farming community, located 198km north of Melbourne. The town was named in the 20th century after William Lockington, a prominent Jesuit Priest within the community. Today, Lockington has one pub, one school, three churches and a small selection of shops. Casual parking is available in all main streets, with short and long-term parking at Lockington Travellers Rest, corner of Lockington and Pannoo Roads. There is a negotiable stay limit with a donation of $10 per vehicle per night for an unpowered site and $20 for a powered site. The dump point is also located at Lockington Travellers Rest and potable water is available at the Lions Park lawn area in Lockington Road.Lockington is the perfect base for travellers when they require a well needed rest. There are walking tracks along the irrigation channel network which features the ‘Loch Ness’ yabby, a giant crustacean which can be pulled from the channel, and like many country towns, the pub is the heart of the community with traditional home cooked meals and friendly atmosphere.Tourist/Visitor Information Centre        Lockington District Business Centre9-11 Lockington Rd, Lockington VICPh 03 5486 2683www.campaspe.vic.gov.auCasual Parking       All main streets in LockingtonShort & Long Term ParkingLockington Travellers Rest, Lockington Rd & Pannoo Rd,donation of $10 pvpn, unpwr; $20 pvpn pwr. Neg stay limit, pets on lead, mobile coverage, shwrs, pwr, bins, BBQ, tlts, water, c/seatingDump Point  Lockington Travellers Rest, Lockington Rd & Pannoo RdPotable Water          Lions Park lawn area, Lockington RdDoctors Surgery     Clinic open Tuesdays & Thursdays, Pannoo Rd, 03 5486 2544Supermarket            Pentreaths Foodworks, Lockington Rd, 03 5486 2200  

Goomeri is a rural town located in the Gympie local government area and is 180 kilometres north-west of Brisbane. It has a small, friendly population of 500 residents. The town is surrounded by beef cattle and dairy grazing country intersected by small ranges and eucalyptus scrub. Rural stations and homesteads were established with European settlement around 1846. Goomeri is said to retain a certain ‘old world charm’, this is reflected in the preservation of its many historic buildings constructed during its agricultural heyday (1930s - 1960s). The art deco inspired Memorial Clock was built in 1939 and is considered one of the towns favourite landmarks. Goomeri boasts a variety of local gourmet food producers including specialty cheeses, olives, and award winning pies. The township lies within easy reach of the South Burnett wine district with numerous vineyards and cellar doors in close proximity. The recently refurbished public park in Goomeri’s town centre now provides an attractive rest stop for visitors to this attractive regional town.Visitors to the town can find short-term parking at Goomeri Showground, cnr Moore St & Laird St (Burnett Hwy). Parking is available for 96 hours, however prior arrangements can be made for extended stays by phoning 07 4168 4177. Parking will cost $15 per vehicle per night for an unpowered site and $20 per vehicle per night for power, and visitors have access to potable water (fee) and a dump point. Goomeri is home to Australia’s only Pumpkin Festival, a free, family-friendly event which is held in late May. The Festival began in the 1990s when farmers were doing it tough and morale was low due to prolonged drought. The highlight of the Pumpkin Festival is the 'Great Australian Pumpkin Roll' down Policeman's Hill. The Festival has expanded to include more pumpkin based competitions including Decorated Pumpkins, Giant Pumpkins and a Pumpkin Quilt Challenge. These events are complemented by market stalls, a heritage and outback street parade, whip cracking, working dog displays, horsemanship displays, roving entertainment and great local food.Tourist/Visitor Centre       Goomeri Information & Heritage Centre, cnr Moore St & Maudsley St, Goomeri QLDPh: 07 4168 4488Casual Parking       Main St; Goomeri ShowgroundShort & Long Term Parking        Goomeri Showground, cnr Moore St & Laird St (Burnett Hwy), (96hr), $15 unpwr, pvpn; $20pwr, pvpn (extended stays by arrangement), Ph: 07 4168 4177Dump Point  Goomeri Showground $2 fee if not staying at the showground - CMCA is working with Council on another potential site for a free dump point.Potable Water          Goomeri Showground, (water has a charge)Hospital        Murgon Hospital (12min), (ambulance transports to Murgon)Doctors Surgery     2/19 Moore St, Ph: 07 4168 4244 (BH); 07 4168 4244 (A/H)Dentist           101 Lamb St, Murgon, Ph: 07 4168 1540Pharmacy     19 Moore St, Ph: 07 4169 7800Supermarket            Foodworks, 20 Boonara St, Ph: 07 4168 4103

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 $10 per vehicle per night, with a stay three nights get the fourth for free option. Toilets, bins and water are available and pets are permitted on leads. The club welcomes donations from guests staying and using the facilities.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: $10pvpn, stay 3 nights 4th night freeParking: Toilets, water, bins, 96hrs, pets on lead, mobile serviceOpening Hours: Some meals available, see club for details