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Featured RV Friendly Events

QUEENSLAND
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Feast of the Senses Festival

Event date: Sunday 29 March 2026

The Feast of the Senses is North Queensland’s premier Tropical Food Experience and the Cassowary Coast’s major festival centred around the town of Innisfail, an hour’s drive south of Cairns. The festival showcases our region’s impressive variety of rare and exotic fruits whilst also including an impressive range of produce including meat, seafoods, herbs, spices and wine. Nowhere else will you find such a diverse and tantalising range of produce and culture, as in this region of Australia.

TAS
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Light Up the West - Strahan Solstice

Dates: 19/06/2026-22/06/2026

Get ready to illuminate your winter at the inaugural Light Up the West on Tasmania’s rugged West Coast.

This unique event combines the magic of light, history, and the adventurous spirit of our people on the West in the depths of a Tassie Winter.
Join us for a free audio-visual light show in Strahan and immerse yourself in unforgettable experiences hosted by locals. Think food, live music, bustling markets, invigorating winter solstice plunges, and more across the region. 

NEW SOUTH WALES
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Aberdeen Highland Games

Event date - Saturday 4 July 2026

The annual Aberdeen Highland Games takes place on first weekend in July each year and is run in conjunction with the Scottish Australia Heritage Council's Heritage Week.

During the day a number of events take place together with stalls providing food great coffee and Scottish/Celtic displays all of which represent traditional Celtic culture and recreation.

The games are a gathering of pipe bands, Clans, dancers, heavy event participants, to help celebrate the Scottish/Celtic history of the Upper Hunter. There are a number of novelty events for children.

Parking is free attendants will guide you in.

More information available HERE


Featured RV Friendly Towns & Destinations

VICTORIA
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Beechworth - VIC RVFT

Beechworth is one of Australia's best-preserved gold-rush era towns, located in the north-east of Victoria. Originally used for grazing by the settler David Reid, the area was known as Mayday Hills until 1853, when it was renamed Beechworth. From bountiful harvests and locally foraged ingredients, to craft beer brewed in the centre of town, to internationally renowned local wines, Beechworth boasts a vibrant local food scene. Be sure to immerse yourself in history and culture by taking a walk along the paths that paved the gold rush area of the 1950s, or visit the gaol that hosted infamous bushranger Ned Kelly.Those visiting Beechworth can find short and long-term parking at Lake Sambell Caravan Park, Peach Drive. Sites are $15 per person per night (reviewed annually) and stays are unlimited. Vehicles must be fully self-contained and displaying the CMCA self-contained sticker. Lake Sambell Caravan Park also offers a free dump point to CMCA members, or a small fee of $5 applies for use by non-members. Potable water can also be obtained at the park for a small fee.Beechworth is a great place to visit, especially for RV travellers. Get a taste of what's cooking in the acclaimed food and wine district that is set amid the stunning historical architecture. Be sure to take a leisurely stroll through the picturesque township, filled with stunning scenery and quaint boutiques. Autumn is a prime time to visit as the town is captivating, with trees exploding with colour of rich red and vibrant oranges.Tourist/Visitor Centre       103 Ford St, Beechworth VICPH: 03 5728 8065 or 1300 366321info@explorebeechworth.com.auwww.explorebeechworth.com.auCasual Parking       Williams St; Loch StShort & Long Term Parking        Lake Sambell Caravan Park, Peach Drv, Ph: 03 5728 1421, permit fees $15.00 pppn, (unlimited), fees will be reviewed annually. Vehicles must be fully self-contained and displaying a CMCA LNT sticker.Dump Point  Lake Sambell Caravan Park, free for CMCA Members, $5 charge for non-members. Please report to reception and make yourself known as a CMCA member for assistance to find the dump point.Potable Water          Lake Sambell Caravan Park, small fee may applyHospital        Sydney Rd, Ph: 03 5728 0200 or 03 5728 0255Doctors Surgery     39 Camp St, Ph: 03 5728 1566Pharmacy     80 Ford St, Ph: 03 5724 1094Supermarket            Beechworth Supermarket,18 Loch St, Ph: 03 5728 1253; IGA, 24 Loch St, Ph: 03 5728 1055
VICTORIA
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Mildura - VIC RVFT

Mildura is a vibrant regional Victorian city full of contrast. From the Murray River to the outback, Mildura is the ideal getaway destination for all types of RV travellers. Its close geographical borders to New South Wales and South Australia means the region is accessible from a number of directions. With over 45,000 years in the making, the region’s unique landscapes, cultural heritage and award winning attractions means there is something for everyone.RV travellers will find Mildura to be a great accommodation region. Parking for up to 7 nights is available at Apex RiverBeach Holiday Park at just $20 per vehicle per night. This fantastic rate is only available for CMCA members and includes access to an unpowered site and toilets and showers. Powered sites are available for an additional fee. The town’s free dump point and potable water are accessible at Benetook Works public car park.There is ample activities for visitors to explore on a visit to this Murray River border town. With pristine riverscapes, plenty of foodie experiences and a variety of aquatic adventures, there’s truly something for everyone. Mildura is surrounded by a tapestry of citrus groves and vineyards, offers day trips to view the spectacular landscapes of the Mungo National Park and provides self-guided tours to learn about the town’s history.Tourist/Visitor Information Centre       Mildura Visitor Information & Booking Centre190 Deakin Ave, MilduraPh: 03 5018 8380Email: adctourism@mildura.vic.gov.auCasual Parking (near retail centre)      Several long vehicle parks with Mildura CBD, combination of street parking and parking lots.7th Street between Magnolia and Deakin and between Pine and Olive Avenues Olive Avenue between 7th street and 11th street Grand Carpark on 7th Street Hugh King Drive between the wharf and the bridgeShort & Long Term Parking       Apex RiverBeach Holiday Park, 435 Cureton Ave Mildura7 nights max stay, $20pvpn unpowered CMCA members only price, toilets, showers, bins, BBQ, pets on lead, power at additional chargeFree camping at Kings Billabong and the Merbein Common.Dump Point Benetook Works public carpark, 468 Benetook Ave MilduraLat: -34.2048 Long: 142.1687Potable Water        Benetook Works public carpark, 468 Benetook Ave MilduraHospital       Mildura Base Hospital, Ontario Ave, Ph: 03 5022 3333Doctors Surgery    There are multiple doctor surgeries in MilduraDentist         There are multiple Dentist surgeries in MilduraPharmacy    There are multiple pharmacies in MilduraSupermarket          Woolworths, Coles, IGA & Foodworks
QUEENSLAND
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Goomeri - QLD RVFT

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