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Featured RV Friendly Events

QUEENSLAND

Sweet Days Hot Nights Festival

Event date: 28 May 2027

The Sweet Days Hot Nights Festival celebrates the essence of the Burdekin region, renowned as the Sugarcane Capital of Australia, by showcasing its people, produce and culture.

Consisting of two headline events, the Sweet Days Hot Nights Festival starts with the Burdekin Cultural Fair featuring First Fire on Friday night, followed by the Australian Hand Cane Cutting Championships on Saturday at the Home Hill Showgrounds.

The Burdekin Cultural Fair featuring First Fire celebrates the diversity of the Burdekin region bringing together a diverse range of cultures through a variety of culinary delights, interactive activities and captivating entertainment. Don't miss the highlight of the night, the lighting of the first fire of the 2027 sugarcane crushing season. Hear the crackling of the crop burning, smell the sweet essence of the burning sugar and feel the heat of the fire as it tears through the paddock.

The Australian Hand Cane Cutting Championships is the ultimate test of skill and endurance, with competitors swinging their cane knives in hopes to be crowned the Australian Hand Cane Cutting Champion! Spectators will have the opportunity to walk through a paddock of burnt sugarcane, immersing themselves in the dirty, back-breaking work of a by-gone era. This family-friendly event promises great food, live music, captivating entertainment and so much more!

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QLD

Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers

Dates: 12/09/2026 - 06/10/2026

Times: 9am - 6:30pm

Experience Australia’s most spectacular celebration of spring at the Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers! For over 70 years, this iconic festival has transformed the Garden City into a breathtaking sea of colour, creativity and community spirit. Wander through award-winning floral displays, explore vibrant food and wine events, enjoy live music and entertainment, and soak up the electric atmosphere that fills the city for nearly a month. From stunning park gardens and grand floral parades to gourmet experiences and family-friendly activities, there’s something to delight every age and interest.

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NSW

Moree on a Plate

Date: 09/05/2026

Get ready for a feast of flavour at Moree on a Plate, the region’s premier food, wine and arts festival celebrating the very best of north-west NSW. Set against the relaxed country backdrop of the Moree Racecourse, this vibrant one-day event brings together local producers, award-winning chefs, talented artisans and live entertainers for an unforgettable day out.

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Featured RV Friendly Towns & Destinations

SOUTH AUSTRALIA

Port Augusta - SA RVFT

Port Augusta is perfectly positioned within a three hour drive from Adelaide; an arm’s reach of the majestic Flinders Ranges; located on the quiet waterways at the head of Spencer Gulf; and is the doorway to the South Australian outback.Within Port Augusta is the Wadlata Outback Centre, providing visitors with an introduction to life in the Australian outback. The information centre recently had a million dollar upgrade and offers visitors an unbelievable journey through the evolution of the Flinders Ranges and the outback of South Australia.The Motorhome Park on Power Station Road is the ideal base to stop and explore this scenic region. A dump point and other facilities are available at the Park, with potable water located just one kilometre from Port Augusta at the Coles Express Shell Meteor Service Station.Modern shopping facilities are located within a friendly mall atmosphere and there are a number of historic places of interest that can be enjoyed while on a leisurely heritage walk through the town.Tourist/Visitor Centre Wadlata Outback Centre, 41 Flinders TerracePh: 08 8641 9193wadlata@portaugusta.sa.gov.auwww.wadlata.sa.gov.auCasual Parking Woolworths/Big W car park off Wharflands Esp. (cnr Gibson St & El Alamein Rd, adj. to skatepark)Short Term Parking Motorhome Park, Power Station Rd (adjoining ETSA Oval Precinct), $10.00 pvpn, (96hr)Dump Point Motorhome Park, Power Station Rd (adjoining ETSA Oval Precinct). Free for staying guests otherwise $3 fee to use. Potable Water Coles Express Shell Meteor Service Station, cnr Highway 1 & Stirling Rd, Port Augusta East (1km from Port Augusta)Hospital 71 Hospital Rd, Ph: 08 8648 5500Doctors Surgery Augusta Westside Medical Centre, 25 Loudon Rd, Ph: 08 8642 2100Pharmacy Crossroads Pharmacies, 25 Loudon Rd, Ph: 08 8642 5655Supermarket Coles Supermarket, Augusta Hwy, Ph: 08 8641 0202; Woolworths, 25 Tassie St, Ph: 08 8642 2600; Foodland Supermarket, 23 Loudon St, Ph: 08 8642 2589

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SOUTH AUSTRALIA

Cleve Hotel Motel - SA RVFD

Cleve Hotel Motel is a restaurant/pub serving the town of Cleve in South Australia. In fact, they’re the only pub in town! Whether you’re looking to grab a bite with some friends or just enjoy a few beers after a long day at work, Cleve Hotel Motel can accommodate. They provide delicious dishes, friendly service, and a casual atmosphere. Stop by to enjoy their daily specials, or order take away. If you’re looking to stay in Cleve, give them a call!The Cleve Hotel Motel is a friendly place and welcomes the RV traveller with self-contained vehicles to stay free of charge for up to 48 hours. The site is conveniently located only a short walk to the main street, and here you can purchase all of your essentials. Accommodation on offer also includes ensuite motel rooms and common bathroom hotel rooms - all air-conditioned.The Cleve Hotel Motel also offers meals which are available daily from 12pm till 2pm and every night from 6pm till 8:30pm, as well as a bottle shop, ATM, beer garden and Happy Hour.Parking: Self contained vehicles only, (48hr), specially designated area in the spare car park across the road from the hotel.Opening Hours: Mon-Sat 10.30am - 12am, Sun 11am - 8pm

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SOUTH AUSTRALIA

Terowie Rail Station Yard - SA RVFD

Terowie is a small village located approximately 221 kilometres north of Adelaide. Officially declared a historical town, visitors can find authentic and well preserved 1880s buildings scattered throughout Terowie, making this town the perfect place to visit for photographers, historians and rail buffs. The Terowie Railway Station was once the junction of the broad gauge line south to Adelaide, the narrow gauge lines east to Peterborough and Broken Hill, north to Quorn and Alice Springs, and west to Port Augusta and Western Australia. Today, the railway offers free parking for up to 96 hours for those travelling in RVs. Visitors will have access to bins, barbecues, fuel, covered seating and toilets, and pets on a lead are welcome. TV reception and mobile coverage is also available in the area.The Terowie Rail Station is the ideal destination for a peaceful stopover, experiencing a time forgotten.Parking: 96hrs

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