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Featured RV Friendly Events

QUEENSLAND
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Childers Heritage Day

Event date: 9 May 2026

Mark your calendars as the Fifth Annual Childers Heritage Day, and part of the National Trust Australian Heritage Festival, gears up to be even more fun, more unique and more creative!

This year's event promises something for everyone as the town comes alive with activities and events, not only at the Childers Heritage Complex but at many other historical locations throughout the historical town.

Organised by the passionate volunteers of the Isis District Historical Society Inc., Childers Heritage Day celebrates the region's rich history while fostering community connection and well-being. President Scott Stedman remarked "We're incredibly proud of what we've achieved with Childers Heritage Day and are excited to introduce new events, sponsors, and participants this year that align with our purpose of preserving the past for the future. It's going to be a great day!"

This year's event will feature an expanded program which will include a location map to help visitors better plan the day. With more than 25 local businesses, organisations and not for profits participating, Childers Heritage Day is a true community event!

Join in for a fun filled day of history, activities and events. 

Be sure to book your accommodation early!

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

SOUTH AUSTRALIA
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Flame Festival - Copper Coast

Event date: 8 - 10 May 2026

Get ready to ignite your senses at the FLAME Festival 2026, a vibrant celebration of creativity, culture, and community across the Copper Coast. Returning for its third edition, this biennial event lights up the towns of Kadina, Moonta, and Wallaroo with a spectacular showcase of local talent and artistic flair.

Whether you're a curious visitor or a proud local, FLAME Festival offers something for everyone, a chance to connect, create, and celebrate the spirit of the Copper Coast.



Featured RV Friendly Towns & Destinations

SOUTH AUSTRALIA
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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
WESTERN AUSTRALIA
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Nungarin - WA RVFT

Nungarin is found in the North Eastern Wheatbelt region of Western Australia, 278 kilometres east of Perth. The town is characterised by a single street with bulk loading facilities, a railway siding on one side of the road with the pub and a handful of shops adjacent.Those visiting Nungarin can find casual and short-term parking at Nungarin Rest Area, located on Railway Ave. Stays are limited to 24 hours, and a dump point and potable water can be found on-site. For those wishing to stay in town a little longer, long-term parking can be found at the Shire Recreation Ground. Rates apply, and permits can be obtained from the Shire Office.The Nungarin Heritage Machinery and Army Museum are popular visitor attractions. Tenth Light Horse military armoured vehicles and many items that support an army in the field are displayed in Western Australia’s only remaining WWII Five Base Ordnance Depot. In addition to militaria, dolls and matchbox toys are featured and an outstanding agricultural equipment collection reflects early settlers’ lives. Another popular attraction, the Mangowine Homestead, was a wayside stop on the way to the goldfields for many travellers.Tourist/Visitor Centre       Post Office, 32 Railway Ave, Nungarin WAPh: 08 9046 5148Casual Parking       Railway AveShort Term Parking           Nungarin Rest Area, Railway AveLong Term Parking            Shire Recreation Ground, pwr $20 pvpn; unpwr $15 pvpn, payable at the Shire OfficeDump Point  Nungarin Rest Area, Railway AvePotable Water          Nungarin Rest Area, Railway AveHospital        Kununoppin Hospital, Leake St, Ph: 08 9683 2044 Doctors Surgery     2 Hughes St, Kununoppin, Ph: 08 9683 2032Pharmacy     Savings Plus Chemist, 102 Barrack St, Merredin, Ph: 08 9041 1311; Kellerberrin Pharmacy, 92 Massingham St, Kellerberrin, Ph: 08 9045 4306Supermarket            Nungarin General Store, Railway Ave, Ph: 08 9046 5070 (basic pharmaceutical products avail)
QUEENSLAND
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Gympie - QLD RVFT

The City of Gympie is located on the Bruce Highway 170 kilometres north of Brisbane. Gympie became known as ‘the town that saved Queensland’ with the discovery of gold in 1867. At the time the state of Queensland was struggling with financial hardship due to drought and a fall in wool prices. Within six months over 15,000 people had made their way to the goldfields from which the town of Gympie flourished. The city is a major regional service centre offering travellers most modern conveniences. The city features beautiful historic 19th century Victorian buildings, as well as manicured parks and gardens, an art gallery, and many dining options. Located in Mary Street you will find a variety of bars, cafés, banks and other shopping facilities. Regular markets and other events make the region an attractive place to visit. Annual events include the Gympie Music Muster held the last weekend every August, the Goomeri Pumpkin Festival (May), Tin Can Bay Seafood Festival (September) and RUSH Festival (October), to name only a few.Visitors to Gympie can find short term parking for up to 24 hours at Two Mile Rest Area, Bruce Hwy, which is approximately 5km N of Gympie. A dump point and potable water is also available at this location. For those wishing to stay and explore the region for a little longer, parking  is available for up to 48 hours at Gunalda Campground, Bruce Hwy, which is approximately 20km N of Gympie. Gympie is an excellent base from which to explore the beautiful surrounding coastal areas of Tin Can Bay (famous for its friendly dolphins), Fraser Island, and Rainbow Beach which is famous for its unique rainbow coloured sand cliffs.Tourist/Visitor Information Centre        Destination Gympie Region, Lake Alford, 24 Bruce Hwy, Gympie QLDPh: 1800 444 222Email: tourism.info@gympie.qld.gov.auwww.visitgympieregion.com.auCasual Parking       Long vehicle parking available at: Jaycee Way (3 spaces in public car park); Monkland St (1x4hr space); River Rd (3x4hr space) & Perserverance St (3x4hr space)Short Term Parking           Two Mile Rest Area, Bruce Hwy, approx 5km N of Gympie, (24hr)Long Term Parking            Gunalda Campground, Bruce Hwy, approx 20km N of Gympie, (48hr)Dump Point  Archery Park, Bruce Hwy; Six Mile Creek Rest Area, Bruce HwyPotable Water          Archery Park, Bruce HwySix Mile Creek Rest Area, Bruce HwyHospital        12 Henry St, Ph: 07 5489 8444 (Public)78-82 Channon St (Private)Doctors Surgery     Gympie Central Ph: 07 5483 8874; 12 Reef St, Ph: 07 5482 1555; 68 Channon St, Ph: 07 5482 1555; 21 Exhibition Rd, Ph: 07 5482 5899; 11a Channon St, Ph: 07 5481 1322; 41 Channon St, 07 5482 2311; After Hours Medical Service, 78-82 Channon St, Ph: 07 5483 9191Dentist           208 Mary St, Ph: 07 5482 2688; 116 Mary St, Ph: 07 5482 2188; 90 Channon StPh: 07 5482 7688;12 Henry St, Ph: 07 5482 1444; 33 Excelsior Rd, Ph: 07 5482 5454; 4/31 Exhibition Rd, Ph: 07 5482 2221Pharmacy     Amcal, Ph: 07 5482 1027; Friendly's, Ph: 07 5481 1015; Goldfields Plaza, Ph: 07 5482 9671; Priceline, Ph: 07 5482 4533; Chemist w/house, Ph: 07 5483 9091; Malouf, Ph: 07 5482 1199Supermarket            Centro Gympie, River Rd, Ph: 07 5482 9840; Goldfields Plaza, Monkland St, Ph: 07 5482 6820; Gympie Market Place, Reef St, Ph: 07 5483 9545