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Featured RV Friendly Events

QUEENSLAND
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Childers Festival

Event date - from 23 July 2026

Childers Festival is a celebration of the people and heritage of Childers and the only festival that closes the Bruce Highway!

Over four days, on the last weekend in July each year, Childers is transformed into an action-packed entertainment hub, concluding with Sunday's famous market day, which regularly sees nearly 40,000 people flock to the small town for celebrity artists and live music from every genre and decade.

The incredible markets feature a highway filled with over 300 stallholders where you can pick up vintage treasures, sample local produce and admire hand-made gems and local arts and craft. Those young and young at heart will also be mesmerised by dance, culture, street performers and carnival rides.

Experience free and ticked events around Childers including Opera by the Lake, Sugar Mill and Cane Fire tours, historical tours and much more! 

TASMANIA
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Soup and Sing Bothwell

Event date - 1 August, 15 August, 22 August, 10:30am.

Location: Bothwell Football Club and Community Centre.

Soup and Sing is the perfect opportunity to come together as a community this winter.

For more information, feel free to reach out to Lisa at lisa@familiestasmania.org.au

PS - The team is working on adding an extra week on the 8th just awaiting a venue confirmation. 

NEW SOUTH WALES
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History Cruise - Clarence River Ferries

Wed 11 Jun '25 – Wed 06 May '26 (WEEKLY event)

Enjoy an informative history tour while cruising the beautiful Clarence River.

Departing from Yamba and Iluka, the Scenic River cruises to Harwood are approximately a 30-kilometre round trip, approximately four-hour river cruise.

A variety of lunch options are available, along with light refreshments and snacks, and there is a fully licensed bar on board.

Clarence River Ferries was formed in 1986. They operate a daily passenger service between the beautiful coastal towns of Yamba and Iluka on the mouth of the majestic Clarence River


Featured RV Friendly Towns & Destinations

TASMANIA
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Sheffield - TAS RVFT

Sheffield is located 30 kilometres from Devonport and 93 kilometres from Launceston, in the Kentish District of Tasmania. The town is nestled under Mount Roland and is famous for its colourful and fascinating murals. The history of the town is depicted on every blank wall, giving a remarkable insight into Sheffield’s past. The Visitor Information Centre is in Pioneer Crescent where the friendly staff are happy to supply all the brochures and information required for an enjoyable stay. Purchase a mural book which provides both a map and detailed descriptions of each of the murals.Those visiting Sheffield can find short-term parking at Sheffield Recreation Reserve. Sites are $10 per vehicle per night and stays are limited to 96 hours; however, visitors will also have access to a dump point and potable water. A small drive throughout the region of Sheffield will reward visitors with stunning views of Mount Roland and ample quirky named towns, each with a unique personality. For those looking for a bit of excitement, nearby you will find Tasmazia and the Village of Lower Crackpot, one of the world’s largest maze complexes, which consists of eight mazes, a model village, a pancake parlour, and a gift shop. Tourist/Visitor Centre       5 Pioneer Crescent, SheffieldPh: 03 6491 1036kvic@kentish.tas.gov.auwww.sheffieldcradleinfo.com.auCasual Parking       Off High St, adj to public toiletsShort Term Parking           Sheffield Recreation Reserve, (96hr), $10pvpnDump Point  Sheffield Recreation Reserve, West Nook RdPotable Water          Sheffield Recreation ReserveHospital        Mersey Community Hosp, Bass Hwy Latrobe, Ph: 03 6426 5111, (25min)Doctors Surgery     48 High St, Ph: 03 6491 1166Pharmacy     57 Main St, Ph: 03 6491 1155Supermarket            59 Main St, Ph: 03 6491 1140; 46 Main St, Ph: 03 6491 1306
SOUTH AUSTRALIA
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Booleroo Centre - SA RVFT

Booleroo Centre is a town in the southern Flinders Ranges region of South Australia. Located in the Mount Remarkable District Council local government area, the town is approximately 280 kilometres north of Adelaide.RV travellers will find the town to be an accommodating place to stay, with suitable parking available at Booleroo Centre Recreation Ground RV Park. Parking is available for up to 48 hours, with powered sites offered at $20 per night and unpowered sites for just $10 per night. Guests will have access to showers, toilets and water, and pets are welcome. As well as potable water being accessible, a dump point is also available for use at the grounds.History, adventure and the essence of country life can all be found within the peaceful township of Booleroo Centre. Well known for its collection of tractors, steam exhibits, stationary engines and equipment associated with rural and agricultural requirements, Booleroo Centre is home to the Booleroo Steam and Traction Preservation Society Museum. The museum features South Australia's largest collection of steam and traction engines, with more than 150 machines on permanent display, and also holds an annual rally where the machines are cranked into action to showcase how they were once used. Tourist/Visitor Information Centre    Booleroo Centre Post Office32B Arthur St, Booleroo CentrePh: 08 8667 2185Casual Parking (near retail centre)    Arthur St as well as plenty of other streets in town as they are wide.Short Term Parking    Booleroo Centre Recreation Ground RV Park, 46-54 Arthur St48hrs, $10 unpowered $20 powered, showers, bins, toilets, water, seating, pets welcome. Please contact caretaker Ian on 0438 823 896Dump Point    Booleroo Centre Recreation Ground RV Park. 46-54 Arthur StPotable Water    Booleroo Centre Recreation Ground RV Park. 46-54 Arthur StHospital    3-13 Stephen St – Ph: 08 8667 2211Doctors Surgery    3-9 Stephen St – Ph: 08 8667 2046Pharmacy    11a Stephen St – Ph: 08 8667 2044Supermarket    IGA, 40 Stephen St
QUEENSLAND
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Richmond - QLD RVFT

Richmond is situated in outback Queensland, halfway between Townsville and Mt Isa. The surrounding region is very stark and dramatic but the town itself, lying on the banks of the Flinders River, boasts colourful bougainvillea, grassy parks and a recreational lake. The area around Richmond was once covered by an inland sea, making it a great place to find marine and dinosaur fossils. Kronosaurus Korner, an award winning fossil museum, houses an amazing collection of fossils found in the area, some of which are the most significant ever found. The Visitor Information Centre, which provides fossicking maps, heritage walk maps and other tourist information, is also found here.Those visiting Richmond can find parking for up to 72 hours at the Richmond RV Park, located in Hillier Street. Visitors must register at Kronosaurus Korner, and sites are available for $10 per 72hrs stay, use of the dump point is included with this rate. Potable water is obtainable from every tap located within town.Richmond is a lush oasis in the middle of outback Queensland and offers visitors many of the essential services, as well as unique tourist attractions. The town is host to many festivals throughout the year, including four race days, a rodeo, Australia Day celebrations, a fishing competition and the biennial Fossil Festival and camel races.Tourist/Visitor Centre       Kronosaurus Korner, Overlanders Way, RichmondPh: 07 4741 3429enquiries@kronosauruskorner.com.auwww.kronosauruskorner.com.auCasual Parking       Centre and angle parking along Goldring Street and side streets ie Harris and Larsen StreetsShort & Long Term Parking        RV Park, Hillier St, 72hr parking, $10 per 72hrs stay, register at Kronosaurus KornerDump Point  Rv Park, Hillier StPotable Water          All taps within the town have potable waterHospital        Gallagher’s Drive, Ph: 07 4741 3233Doctors Surgery     1 Hospital Rd, Ph: 07 4741 3390Pharmacy     Available through hospitalSupermarket            Spar, 26 Goldring St, Ph: 07 4741 3124