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Featured RV Friendly Events

NEW SOUTH WALES

Baerami Bush Dance

Event date: Saturday 2 May 2026

Baerami Bush Dance is a truly authentic and fun-filled bush dance at the beautifully timber-lined Baerami Hall in the Upper Hunter Valley, featuring traditional acoustic music performed by musicians from the Hunter Valley.

Dances are explained, and you don't need a partner. The event is family-friendly.

Bring your own dinner and drinks, and a supper to share. Camp at the hall, or stay at nearby accommodation. A well-equipped kitchen is available to prepare your food, and there is space to sit for dinner inside the hall.

A ticketing website will be provided closer to the dance. More information available HERE.

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NEW SOUTH WALES

The Broken Hill Mundi Mundi Bash

Event date: 20 - 22 August 2026

The 2026 Mundi Mundi Bash is shaping up to be one of Australia’s must-attend outback festivals. Scheduled for 20–22 August 2026 on the sprawling Mundi Mundi Plains in western New South Wales, the festival promises three days of immersive music, camping, and outback camaraderie.

Tickets for 2026 grants include general admission and on-site camping for up to seven nights (from 17–24 August), depending on the vehicle pass purchased. Each vehicle entering the festival grounds must also secure a Vehicle Entry Pass, which determines arrival dates and camping access.

Wristbands and vehicle stickers are required for entry; ticket holders can opt to receive these by mail or collect them in Broken Hill before heading to the site.

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QUEENSLAND

Cardwell Pioneers Tour

The Cardwell Pioneer Tours are currently operating every Monday and Thursday morning from 10am at the Visitor Information and Heritage Centre located in Cardwell. The tour incorporates all the buildings in the historic precinct and takes visitors on a fascinating journey of the area’s colourful history as they move through each building. The tour begins at the old Bush Telegraph building which was the Telegraph and Post Office and explains how Cardwell was founded in 1864 as the first port in North Queensland. Over in the Courthouse visitors can gain an understanding of the old judicial system. Several interesting items are on display including the original straight-jackets used in Tully to restrain the more energetic offenders. The old lock-up building was still in use during the1980s at the Cardwell Police Station. The final building is the old Shire Hall which the community used for a multitude of purposes included balls and other formal social events. The tour concludes on the balcony of the Visitor Information Centre where visitors can enjoy a complementary Devonshire Tea while taking in one of the best views in North Queensland overlooking Hinchinbrook Island, Gould Island and the Family Islands

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Featured RV Friendly Towns & Destinations

NEW SOUTH WALES

The Rock - NSW RVFT

The Rock is a quaint town of only 700 people located in the Riverina region of New South Wales, 497 kilometres southwest of Sydney. The town is named after a sweeping land formation that sits majestically behind the village, rising 360 metres above the plains.RV travellers are able to park free of charge, for up to 72 hours, at The Rock Recreation Ground on Wilson Street. A dump point and potable water are available at the grounds and toilets, covered seating and bins are also provided.The Rock Nature Reserve is a scenic spot for picnics, birdwatching, and bushwalking. For the adventurous, take the Yerong walking track to the lookout for spectacular views of the surrounding bush and farmland. Apart from the plethora of nature based activities in the area, The Rock makes an ideal base to experience the restaurants, wineries and local produce of the nearby towns in the Riverina region.Tourist/Visitor Centre C/- Lockhart Shire Council65 Green St, Lockhart NSWP: 02 6920 5305Casual Parking Urana St (main St), adj to the Avenue of HonourShort & Long Term Parking The Rock Recreation Ground, Wilson St, (72hr), pets on lead, nil charge, bins, c/seating, waterDump Point The Rock Recreation Ground, Wilson StPotable Water The Rock Recreation Ground, Wilson StHospital King St, The Rock, 02 6920 2066Doctors Surgery 16 Day St, The Rock, 02 6920 2020Pharmacy 123 Urana St, The Rock, 02 6920 2499Supermarket 134 Urana St, The Rock, 02 6920 2492

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SOUTH AUSTRALIA

Blanchetown - SA RVFT

Blanchetown is home to Lock No.1 on the Murray River, located 135 kilometres north-east of Adelaide. The town was one of the first river settlements in South Australia, and operated the Customs House where goods were cleared from passing through paddle steamers.Parking is permitted at the Old Ferry Landing on The Parade for up to 24 hours at no cost. Toilets, potable water and bins are provided at this location, and pets are permitted on leads. A dump point is available at Blanchetown Oval on South Terrace, and an additional source of potable water can also be found near the public toilets at Lock 1 Reserve.The township’s many charming heritage buildings can be explored on the Blanchetown Historical Walk. The Blanchetown Hotel is has been trading on its present site for 117 years, and is a perfect example of pioneer architecture. The hotel also hosts the famous ‘Yabby Races’ every Australia Day long weekend, a fun event and opportunity to mingle with the locals.Tourist/Visitor Centre Blanchetown Internet & Information Café3 Shaw St, BlanchetownPh: 08 8540 5453Casual Parking Blanchetown PO, 28-30 Egerton St & Lock 1 Reserve, The ParadeShort Term Parking Old Ferry Landing, The Parade, Blanchetown, 24hrs, tlts, bins, mobile coverage, pets on lead, nil chargeDump Point Blanchetown Oval, South TcePotable Water Public Toilets at Old Ferry Landing, The Parade, Blanchetown.Hospital No hospital, closest local ambulance is Waikerie or Swan ReachDoctors Surgery 32 Egerton St, Blanchetown, ph: 08 8564 2266 (Thurs)Pharmacy Over the counter pharmaceutical products can be purchased from the supermarketSupermarket Blanchetown Lucky 7 Supermarket, 2 Egerton St, Blanchetown, ph: 08 8540 5077

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QUEENSLAND

Julia Creek - QLD RVFT

Julia Creek, known as ‘The Gateway to the Gulf’, is a very friendly town located on the Overlander's Way (Flinders Highway), 650 kilometres west of Townsville and 250 kilometres east of Mount Isa. The town is at the centre of the Great Artesian Basin (GAB), which is one of the largest artesian groundwater basins in the world. The district's main industries are cattle, sheep and silver and lead mining. The Julia Creek Information Centre, at the corner of Burke and Quarrell Streets, has a large range of travel brochures covering North West Queensland’s outback. Whilst there, have a look at the mounted Julia Creek Dunnart Display. Only found in the Mitchell Grass downs of North West Queensland, the Julia Creek Dunnart (Sminthopsis douglasi) is a small, nocturnal, insect-eating marsupial thought to be extinct until 1992, and now considered an endangered species. In the late afternoon, take a stroll along the nature trail to enjoy the wonderful birdlife, or watch the sunset while relaxing in the caravan park’s naturally heated artesian spa. A 30m wineglass shaped water tower can be seen up to 20 kms away from Julia Creek, with the blue coloured feature lighting installed creating a visual effect.Those visiting Julia Creek can find short-term parking for up to 96 hours at Julia Creek RV Friendly camping area. Permits are requirement to stay, and these are obtainable from the Julia Creek Visitor Information Centre, located in Burke Street. A dump point and potable water are accessible at the Race Course.Whether you’re looking for fun, or simply have a hankering to see the country behind the main roads, you can find it at Julia Creek.Tourist/Visitor Centre Julia Creek VIC, 34 Burke St, Julia Creek QLDPh: 07 4746 7690tourism@mckinlay.qld.gov.auwww.atthecreek.com.auCasual Parking Burke St, Julia St & side streetsShort Term Parking Julia Creek RV Friendly camping area, permit avail from VIC, self-contained vehicles only. On board showers are also essential at this site. (96hr)Dump Point Hickman St; Race Course, Julia Creek Caravan Park and Mclntyre Park (Showground)Potable Water Race Course; Picnic Area; Peter Dawes Park; Lions Park; Julia Creek BPHospital Burke St, Ph: 07 4746 4000Doctors Surgery Quarrell St, Ph: 07 4746 7159Pharmacy Julia Creek Hospital, Burke St, Ph: 0747 464 000, all prescription medication must be ordered through the hospitalSupermarket Foodmart, Burke St, Ph: 07 4746 7193; Friendly Grocer, Burke St, Ph: 07 4746 7201

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