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St Helens is the largest town in the north-east coast of Tasmania, located on Georges Bay. This scenic bayside town is approximately 165 kilometres east of Launceston and 265 kilometres from Hobart. Known as the game fishing capital of Tasmania, St Helen is surrounded by scenic white, pristine sand, making it a popular tourist destination for both keen anglers and those looking to relax and unwind.Those visiting St Helens can find short-term parking on the Cnr of Tully St & Young Street. Stays are limited to 24 hours and are free of charge. Potable water and a dump point are also found here.St Helens is the perfect base when exploring the north-coast. From town, you can explore stunning Binalong Bay and the Bay of Fires, which extends to Eddystone Point. The Bay of Fires is a scenic coast of white sandy beaches dotted with giant granite boulders. Or, a popular activity in town is the breathtaking, one hour return walk to St Helens Point where you will find spectacular Peron Dunes and a vast ocean beach.Tourist/Visitor Centre       61 Cecilia St, St Helens TASPh: 03 6376 1479 / 03 6376 1744sthelensvic@bodc.tas.gov.auwww.tasmaniaseastcoast.com.au Casual Parking       Bowen Street, St Helens, - long vehicle parking provided to access supermarkets etc; Georges Bay Esplanade, St Helens – foreshore area – long vehicles able to park; Parking off Cecilia Street (main street through St Helens) – Visitor Information Centre car parkShort Term Parking           St Helens Sporting Complex, Cnr of Tully St & Young St (24hr), all RVs welcome as long as they are fully self contained.Dump Point  Cnr of Tully St & Young StPotable Water          Cnr of Tully St & Young StHospital        Circassian St, Ph: 03 6376 5222Doctors Surgery     11 Pendrigh Pl, Ph: 03 6376 1777Dentist           75 Cecilia St, Ph: 03 6376 2359Pharmacy     36 Cecilia St, Ph: 03 6376 1374Supermarket            Hilly’s Value Plus, 23 Cecilia St, Ph: 03 6376 1161; St Helens Supa IGA, Shop 4, 29/35 Cecilia St, Ph: 03 6376 1177

Just a short 2 minutes off the Hume Highway, between Sydney and Melbourne, Gunning is a historic transport town located on the Main Southern Railway line. The beautiful Meadow Creek runs alongside the picturesque Barbour Park, offering a very welcome stop for those travelling north or south.Short term parking is located at Barbour Park for up to 48 hours at no cost and only available to self-contained vehicles. Access to bins, showers, toilets, barbecue and water is available. A dump point is located on the corner of Yass and Gundaroo Streets, and potable water is available at Barbour Park.Yass Street features a wide range of historic buildings including Pye Cottage Museum, the old Gunning Courthouse, and the iconic Bailey’s Garage. Gunning provides excellent facilities for those passing through, offering a selection of eateries, service stations and mechanical repairs. Many flock to the area for the town’s annual Gunning Fireworks event.Tourist/Visitor Information CentreCrookwell Visitor Information Centre36 Goulburn St, CrookwellPh: 02 4832 1988www.visitupperlachlan.com.auCasual Parking (near retail centre)Barbour Park, Yass St GunningShort Term ParkingBarbour Park, Yass St Gunning48hrs, nil charge, self-contained vehicles only, pets on lead, mobile phone coverage, showers, bins, toilets, covered seating, BBQ, waterDump PointCnr Yass & Gundaroo StsLat: -34.780509, Long: 149.270122Potable WaterBarbour Park, Yass St GunningDoctors Surgery101 Yass St, Gunning – Ph: 02 4845 1166Pharmacy1/70 Yass St Gunning – Ph: 02 4845 1339SupermarketConvenience store at the service station, Yass St opposite Barbour Park, open 7 days

Dorrigo is a picturesque country town situated at the gateway of the world heritage listed Dorrigo National Park, 580 kilometres north of Sydney. Surrounded by lush green forests and spectacular country side, Dorrigo is the perfect base to explore the beautiful northern tablelands with its spectacular waterfalls and walking trails.The village originally developed as a timber town after its settlement in the early 1900s, however dairying soon became the focus and now Dorrigo thrives on its agricultural and tourism industries. Visitors will find a welcoming, vibrant community with an artistic flair and an eclectic mix of shopping and activities. The Bielsdown River flowing through town offers excellent fishing with its abundance of trout.Dorrigo Showground on Waterfall Way has RV parking for self contained vehicles for up to 96 hours. Sites are $20 per vehicle per night (unpowered), and pets on leads are permitted. Potable water is available at Waterfall Way adjacent to the showground, opposite the high school, and a free dump point is found 300 metres west on the corner of Waterfall Way and Oak Street.Tourist/Visitor Information Centre    Dorrigo VIC36 Hickory St, Dorrigo NSWP: 02 6657 2486E: dorrigotourism@bigpond.comwww.destinationdorrigo.comCasual Parking    Hickory St, adj to tennis courts & opp Bowling ClubShort & Long Term Parking    Dorrigo Showground, 4180 Waterfall Way, (96hrs), s/c only $20pvpn, no facilities or power.  $30pvpn power and all facilities, pets on lead, mobile coverage. Must book in advance at Ray White Rural, 2 Cudgery St, 02 6657 1777. Covid-19 sign-in also needed at Ray White Rural.Dump Point    Cnr Waterfall Way & Oak St, 300m W of showgroundPotable Water    Waterfall Way adj to showground, opp high schoolHospital    Dorrigo Multipurpose Centre, 14A Beech St, ph 02 6692 7700Doctors Surgery    Dorrigo Medical Centre, 8 Hickory St, ph 02 6657 2255; Dorrigo Health & Wellbeing Centre, 69 Hickory St, ph 02 6657 1273Dentist    24 Cudgery St, ph 02 6657 2386Pharmacy    67 Hickory St, ph 02 6657 2005Supermarket   IGA, 13 Cudgery St, ph 02 6657 2002 or SPAR, 35 Hickory St, ph 02 6657 2572