RV Friendlies & Events

Pingelly is a small agricultural town situated in the Great Southern Region of Western Australia, approximately 158 kilometres Southeast of Perth. With a population of approximately 1,260 it is a genuinely small, friendly town with a great community spirit. Memorial Park, in the main street of town, has been upgraded to host picnics in the beautiful, gardened grass area, whilst children play on the newly refurbished play areas. New barbecue facilities are available free to the public. Free Wi-Fi and publics toilets are available.  The Pioneer Park is another great location for recreational use with barbecue and picnic facilities, also a short walk from the traveller’s rest area. The Pingelly Recreation and Cultural Centre is a marvellous, unique sustainable wooden building, and an interesting place to stop by and watch the footy or enjoy dinner at the Stringybark Bistro. The Pingelly Hotel and the Exchange Tavern are also within walking distance from the rest area and provide hearty meals, and ice-cold beverages. The Town Hall is home to the Driver Revivor and the Pingelly Museum. For anyone interested in History, the Pingelly Museum has some great displays of historic photographs, local memorabilia, buggies, sulkies, and more. We mustn’t forget the unique “weather Rock” outside the Old Pingelly Courthouse. Why not explore the pioneering past of the areas on the Mourambine Heritage Trial which begins at St Patrick’s Church and takes in several early settler’s cottages. Consider visiting the local reserves including the Boyagin Rock Nature reserve, with a blissful hiking trail, Dryandra Woodland which is home to over 100 species of birds and 24 mammals and scenic area and the Barna Mia Animal Sanctuary,  or the Tutanning Reserve, situated on 2381 hectares of bushwalking, bird watching, wildflower rambles and more. Pingelly is also a significant part of the Hothan Way Trail tourist drive, with fascinating story told along the way. The trail follows Hotham River between Pingelly and Pinjarra passing though the towns of Wandering, Bodington, and Dwellingup. Along the Hotham way tourists can visit wineries, olive groves and artisans who open their doors to the public.Tourist/Visitor Centre         Community Resource Centre, 18 Parade St,Ph: 08 9887 1409 (BH)www.pingelly.wa.gov.auPingelly Community Craft Shop, 28 Parade StPh: 08 9887 1351Casual Parking             Pingelly Caravan Park Phone or visit the Community Craft Shop for all bookings.  Ph: 08 9887 1351 Short Term Parking             Pingelly Caravan Park, Unpowered sites - $20 PV for the first night, $15 PVPN for executive nights. ($110 for 7 days), Powered sites - $30 PV for the first night, $20 PVPN for executive nights ($150 for 7 days), Pingelly RV Parking, Hall St, at rear of Caravan Park, self-contained vehicles onlyLong Term Parking              Pingelly RV Parking, Hall St, at rear of Caravan Park, self-contained vehicles onlyDump Point    Caravan Park on Hall St & outside the Pingelly Swimming pool on Community Pl/Somerset StPotable Water            Pingelly Caravan ParkHospital          18 Brown St, Ph: 08 9887 2222Pharmacy       14 Parade St, Ph: 08 9887 1075   Supermarket              Pingelly Village Grocer, 10 Parade St, Ph: 08 9887 1002          

Stay and play at Jandowae Golf Club! In addition to their lush green golf course, this club offers RV travellers fantastic parking options. Located in the town of Jandowae, in the Western Downs Region of Queensland, this small town has a lot to offer its visitors.RV parking is available on-site at the Jandowae Golf Club, where powered and unpowered sites are available (No tents allowed). Travellers can stay for up to 72 hours, and access to showers, bins, barbecues and toilets is available. Pets are also permitted on-site if they are on leads.Jandowae holds a major festival biennially, the Jandowae Timbertown Festival. This fantastic event recognises and celebrates the contribution that the timber industry has made to the town. This event attracts up to 4000 people, and it is encouraged that you plan your visit around the event.Cost: $5 per person, per night for visitors over 14. Additional $5 per vehicle for powered sites. Parking: 72hrs max stay, showers, bins, toilets, seating, power, BBQ, water, pets on leadOpening Hours: Bar open on demand.

Mount Perry is located between the Bruce and Burnett Highways, approximately 450kms north of Brisbane and 100kms inland from Bundaberg. During your visit in town call in and see the museum, the Masonic Club, St Patrick’s Catholic Church, a delightful timber bush church. Casual parking in town is available in Heusman Street and short and long term parking can be found at Wolca Reserve, Bania Rd. The dump point and potable water are available at the Mt Perry Caravan Park. The enthusiastic bushwalker will find true delights at the top of Mount Perry 750 metres above sea-level. The track passes through stands of hoop pine and rainforest and offers fantastic views of the surrounding countryside.Tourist/Visitor Information Centre        Mt Perry OfficeHeusman St, Mt Perrywww.northburnett.qld.gov.auPh: 1300 696 272Casual Parking       Heusman St, Mt PerryShort & Long Term Parking        Wolca Reserve, Bania Rd off Gin Gin-Mount Perry Rd, toilets & showers, $11pppn unpowered, maximum stay 14 nights.Dump Point  Mt Perry Caravan Park Lat: -25.1761 Long: 151.6404Potable Water          Mt Perry Caravan Park Heusman StHospital        150 Heusman St – Ph: 07 4156 3222Doctors Surgery     c/- Mt Perry Health Service – Ph: 07 4156 3222Pharmacy     Nearest pharmacy EidsvoldSupermarket            Corner Store, Heusman St