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Featured RV Friendly Events

SOUTH AUSTRALIA
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Clare Valley Gourmet Week

Event date: May 2026

Australia’s longest running wine and food festival, the Clare Valley Gourmet Festival will return again in May 2026. 

The festival showcases the region’s wine and food culture by offering a range of unforgettable experiences, including the exciting new Gourmet Bus Trails. These offer a full day itinerary of curated indulgence with transport, food, wine and unique experiences all taken care of. 

Book your stay today and indulge in a sensory feast amidst the beauty of the Clare Valley, South Australia.

NEW SOUTH WALES
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Walgett Show

Event date: 9 May - 10 May 2026

The Walgett Shire's largest community event promises a wide variety of activities and entertainment for all ages. There will be pavilions featuring child, adult, and open classes to enter, along with the excitement of Sideshow Alley. Specialty stalls will offer unique items, while pet and dog shows, sporting events, and horse competitions will provide plenty of action for animal lovers.

Visitors can also enjoy displays, quick shear demonstrations, and the bar, all set against a backdrop of ongoing entertainment. The day will culminate in a spectacular fireworks display, with even more attractions to be announced soon!

For more information, visit the Walgett Show Society Inc.'s Facebook page HERE.

QLD
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Mackay Show

Dates: 16/06/2026 - 18/06/2026

Times: 9am-4pm

Get ready for three big days of fun, food and festivity at the Mackay Show! Held at the iconic Mackay Showgrounds, this beloved regional event brings together exciting rides, delicious local food, lively entertainment, fireworks, and unforgettable agricultural and animal displays. Whether you’re exploring livestock competitions, cheering on woodchoppers, or grabbing a showbag in Sideshow Alley, there’s something for everyone. Bring the whole family and celebrate community spirit in the heart of Mackay!


Featured RV Friendly Towns & Destinations

SOUTH AUSTRALIA
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Kadina - SA RVFT

Kadina is located on the Yorke Peninsula of South Australia, approximately 144km north-north-west of the state capital of Adelaide. Kadina offers all the facilities of a large town including supermarkets, variety stores, medical services and much more. A feature of the town is the central Victoria Square; a beautiful shady parkland that includes a playground, barbecue facilities, a historic rotunda and public amenities.The Kadina Showgrounds, located on the corner of Mines Road and Agery Road, provides visitors with ample parking starting at just $15 per vehicle per night. A dump point can be found on Doswell Terrace and potable water is available from the Copper Coast Visitors Information Centre located on Mines Road.Kadina is a popular stopover for travellers visiting the many stunning scenic and family-friendly beaches in Moonta Bay, Port Hughes and Wallaroo. In addition, Kadina is a great base for exploring the northern end of the Yorke Peninsula and its rich history.Tourist/Visitor Centre          Copper Coast Visitor Information Centre50 Mines Rd (formerly Moonta Rd), Kadina SAPh: 08 8821 2333Casual Parking          CBD Frances Terrace (between Ewing St & Hay St), Kadina SAVictoria Square Park Taylor ST KadinaShort Term Parking  Kadina showgrounds Corner of Mines Rd and Agery Rd Kadina $15 per night, $25 per night with power $20 refundable key depositSelf contained vehicles only Access to toilets not showers Dump Point   Free Dump point is located at the corner Doswell Tce and Mine Crescent Kadina Potable Water            Copper Coast Visitor Information Centre, 50 Mines Rd (formerly Moonta Rd), Kadina SA, Ph: 08 8821 2333Hospital          Northern Yorke Peninsula Regional Health Service, Wallaroo (12km)Doctors Surgery       Kadina Medical Associates, 77-79 Copper Coast Hwy, Kadina SA, Ph: 08 8821 3133 or A/H: 08 8823 0200Pharmacy       Newbery Chemists, 24 Graves St, Kadina SA, Ph: 08 8821 2055; Soul Patterson Chemist, 77-79 Copper Coast Hwy, Ph: 08 8821 2600Supermarket  Woolworths, Digby St. Kadina; IGA, Goyder St, Kadina
WESTERN AUSTRALIA
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Pingelly - WA RVFT

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          
TASMANIA
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Hagley RV Farm Stay - Tas RVFD

This farm stay closes each year from May to October for the winter season.Hagley RV Farm Stay is a low-cost campground ($10 per vehicle per night) for self-contained RVs. Established for opening in October 2019, the 3 acre campground is located on a 60 acre hobby farm owned and operated by local couple Annette & Stephen Camino.  Located within the village of  Hagley the property is easily accessible from Meander Valley Road (B54), 70km east of the Spirit of Tasmania terminal at Devonport and 30km west of Launceston. Farming activities are primarily cropping - growing fodder crops including grass and lucerne for silage and hay. Both Annette & Stephen also work locally - Annette is a nurse at the Launceston General Hospital while Stephen works in the Tasmanian poppy industry at Tasmanian Alkaloids in Westbury. Avid caravanners themselves, Annette & Stephen consider fellow RV travellers friends and as such are committed to the provision of a welcoming, personalised, quality, value for money camping experience. Facilities and Services  Pets welcome on a leadHagley RV Farm Stay "Happy Hour" ShedCommunal fire-pit (wood provided)Entertainment Books (discount voucher books) available for purchase.  Save $$$$ on your Tasmanian trip while supporting the Save the Tasmanian Devil Appeal - a double bonus.  You can buy one here: https://www.entertainmentbook.com.au/orderbooks/9y63159Tourist Information availableCommunal rest & recreation area with out-door games and activities avialable.  Disc-bowls, darts & quoits. And for the younger ones; footballs, soccer balls, cricket sets, kids darts, frisbees and the great Pokemon Search and Find!!  Hagley Recreation ground is also just a short 300m walk away where there is a playgroundBook / magazine exchange well stocked with a wide range of titles to satisfy anyone’s tasteHagley General Store/Australia Post is a short 650m walk to purchase your daily newspaper and supplies.Hagley Garage /United Petroleum is next door, consistently offering the cheapest fuel within the north of the state with a 6c/L discount for RACT card holders