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NEW SOUTH WALES
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Australian Celtic Festival 2024

The Australian Celtic Festival is renowned as the premier Celtic event of New South Wales. It is the only Celtic themed festival in Australia to recognise different Celtic Nations each year and have the unique atmosphere being located at the nationally acclaimed Australian Standing Stones. 

The Festival is held from Thursday through to Sunday over the first weekend of May each year.  Over the four days there is close to 200 individual events. The Thursday night “100,000 Welcomes Concert” gives a taster of the weekends’ performances and the non-stop entertainment. Alongside music and dance the program includes a street parade, re-enactment groups, Highlands games and Strongman event, Kirking of the Tartan, massed pipe bands, children’s activities, boutique stalls including themed food and beverages, poets breakfast souvenirs, merchandise, and a fun run.

The 2023 festival will be held 2-5 May 2024. 

Come and experience this unique Festival in the spectacularly colourful autumn that is a highlight of our cool New England climate.


NEW SOUTH WALES
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Albury Caravan and Camping show

Friday 03 May 2024 to Sunday 05 May 2024

The Albury Caravan, Camping, Four Wheel Drive, Fish and Boat Show with loads of exhibits and entertainment over the three days. It's a day not to be missed!

NEW SOUTH WALES
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Perfect light film festival

Friday 22 March 2024 to Sunday 24 March 2024


Held in the iconic film town of Broken Hill, NSW, the Perfect Light Film Festival is a free three-day annual event.

The Perfect Light Film Festival Festival kicks off with a launch, the night featuring an Independent Aussie Feature Film, followed by a Q&A at Silver City Cinema.

On Saturday , the popular short film festival will run outdoors at Sturt Park in Broken Hill. Up to 20 short films will be screened and awarded monetary prizes by a panel of celebrity judges. Markets, food stalls and arts / crafts will accompany the Short Film Festival as well as live music and entertainment.

The Perfect Light Film Festival advises films are unclassified and some are suited to 15+ years.

The Sunday features a filmmaking and acting workshop held at the Civic Centre from 10am-2pm in Broken Hill and is a chance to learn from industry experts about the industry.

The entire festival is free.

See the website for more details.


Featured RV Friendly Towns & Destinations

QUEENSLAND
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Gatton - QLD RVFT

Gatton is a town in south-east Queensland, which sits in the lovely Lockyer Valley. Gatton is also the administrative centre of the Lockyer Valley local government area. The area has rich agricultural history, and today, vegetables make up the majority of local crops. Up until the 1990’s, fruit was grown extensively throughout the region; however, with changing economic conditions, many of the orchards were removed.Those visiting the friendly town of Gatton have access to short-term parking at Gatton RV Park. Parking is available only for those travelling with self-contained vehicles and a maximum stay of 48 hours applies. Pets are permitted to stay on-site as long as they are on leads. and covered seating, a barbecue, and water, are all available too. A dump point is also located at the park, which is of value.During a visit to Gatton, spend some time at the Lockyer Valley Culture Centre, which has only been open to the public since 2009. The centre houses a library, art gallery, café, visitor information centre, the Lockyer Legends Hall of Fame, and the Queensland Transport Museum. For those who enjoy birdwatching, take a walk along the circular walking track at Apex Park. Here you can also check out the Dry Rainforest and the Lights on the Hill Trucking memorial.Tourist/Visitor Information CentreLockyer Valley Cultural Centre34 Lake Apex Dr, GattonPh: 07 5466 3426www.lockyervalleyculturalcentre.com.auCasual Parking (near retail centre)Lockyer Creek side of East St and Railway St, excluding between Spencer to Crescent Sts Gatton.Short Term ParkingGatton RV Park, East St Gatton48hrs, s/c only, pets on lead, mobile phone coverage, bins, covered seating, BBQ & water.Dump PointGatton RV Park, East St GattonLat: -27.555288, Long: 152.274589Potable WaterGatton RV Park, East St GattonHospital97 William St, Gatton – Ph: 07 5468 4188Doctors Surgery18 William St, Gatton – Ph: 07 5462 0100Dentist123 Spencer St, Gatton – Ph: 07 5462 1133PharmacyShop 6 Gatton Plaza, 114 Spencer St, Gatton – Ph: 07 5462 1071SupermarketColes, Spencer St, IGA, Railway St, Aldi, Ballantine St
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Windorah - QLD RVFT

Windorah is located in Central West Queensland and is situated 35km downstream from where the Thomson and Barcoo Rivers join. The town was established in the 1880s by the Whitman brothers and has a small population of just 80 people. Windorah’s main industry is sheep and cattle grazing, which is due largely to the abundance of Mitchell Grass and other herbage that is available. Featuring a waterhole of about 19 kilometres in length and up to ten metres in depth, Windorah is a fantastic spot for those who enjoy a spot of fishing and birdwatching.Coopers Creek Camp Area has free camping with a negotiable stay limit.  Access to toilets, shade and picnic tables are also available at his great site. Both a dump point and potable water can be found at Quilpie Windorah Rd, Windorah. Those visiting the region are encouraged to explore the red sand hills of Windorah, a sight that will truly welcome you to the great Australian outback. The perfect time to visit the sand hills is at sunset, with a glass of wine in hand, taking in the panorama of the starlit sky.Tourist/Visitor Information CentreWindorah Visitor Information Centre7 Maryborough St, WindorahPh: 07 4656 3063windorahinfo@barcoo.qld.gov.auwww.barcoo.qld.gov.auCasual Parking (near retail centre)Albert St & Maryborough StShort & Long Term ParkingCooper Creek Camp Area, Diamantina Development Rd, nil cost, toilets, shade, picnic table, pets are allowed and is suitable for any sized rig. Dump PointQuilpie Windorah Rd, WindorahLat: -25.417679, Long: 142.659655Potable WaterWindorah Caravan Park, Albert St and at the dump point siteDoctors SurgeryWindorah Primary Health Clinic, 15 Victoria St.Dr visits one day per fortnight and for emergencies Ph: 07 4656 6100PharmacyLimited pharmacy supplies available at Windorah Primary Health Clinic. Ph: 07 4656 6100Supermarket16 Albert St (Outback Shop)Fruit & veg truck every second Thursday, check with VIC.
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Maryborough - QLD RVFT

Maryborough is a town steeped deep in history, and the town boasts a relaxed atmosphere and is nestled upon the Mary River. With beautifully preserved colonial streets, visitors have the chance to soak up some of Queensland’s richest history and heritage architecture.RV travellers will find short term parking available at Alan & June Brown Carpark, on Kent Street. Parking is available for self-contained vehicles only and for a maximum of 48 hours. Long term parking is located at Doon Villa Self-contained RV Park. This is available for self-contained vehicles only, for a maximum of seven days at $10 per vehicle per night. Pets on a lead are permitted and access to toilets, showers and water is included.Maryborough is a delightful town with a variety of attractions for its visitors. Take some time to check out the original wharf district, now home to a variety of vintage restaurants, pubs, museums and art galleries. The weekly markets are also a must, with the city centre transforming into a bustling outdoor market boasting a wide range of art, craft and fresh produce. Visitors are encouraged to end their week with Sunday in the Park, a lazy Sunday morning filled with fun, food, brass bands and steam train rides.Tourist/Visitor Information Centre        Maryborough/Fraser Island Visitor Information Centre388-396 Kent St, MaryboroughPh: 1800 214 789www.visitfrasercoast.comCasual Parking       McDowell Carpark and Alan & June Brown Carpark, Kent St MaryboroughShort Term Parking           Alan & June Brown Carpark, Kent St Self-contained vehicles only, 48 hrs, no pets, mobile coverage, nil charge, must obtain a permit from the Info Centre nearby Long Term Parking            Doon Villa Self-Contained RV Park Airport Dr off Saltwater Creek Rd Self-contained vehicles only, 7-day max stay, pets on lead, mobile phone coverage, showers, bins, tlts, water. $10pvpn.Dump Point  Maryborough Airport off Saltwater Creek Rd Lat: -25.51905 Long: 152.7102Potable Water          Maryborough Airport off Saltwater Creek Rd, near dump point via two headed tap and outside of nearby shedHospital        185 Walker St, MaryboroughDoctors Surgery     Several doctors in town, too numerous to listDentist           Several dentists in town, too numerous to listPharmacy     Several pharmacies in town, too numerous to listSupermarket            Woolworths, Sussex St Maryborough