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Featured RV Friendly Events

WESTERN AUSTRALIA
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Dowerin Field Days

Event date: 26 - 27 August 2026

The Dowerin Machinery Field Days is one of Western Australia’s largest and longest-running agricultural events, held each August in the Wheatbelt town of Dowerin. It brings together farmers, industry leaders, and the public to explore the latest in farm machinery, technology, and agribusiness. Alongside the big equipment displays, the event features livestock exhibits, demonstrations, lifestyle and leisure stalls, educational displays, and services for rural communities. Attracting thousands of visitors and hundreds of exhibitors, the Field Days are both a major showcase for innovation in agriculture and a community-driven event that supports local projects.

SA
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SALT Festival

SALT IS…

A convergence of art, innovation and creativity
A showcase of art in all its forms; conferences, innovation and ideas
A focus on sustainability and how working creatively, we can secure the future.
A platform for all that is possible.
The astonishing things which happen when innovative people connect and combine.
A community of artists, innovators, creators and visionaries.
A culture that cares and embraces possibility, is inclusive and celebrates together.
A culture that acknowledges the planet that we are part of and that sustains us.
Pivotal in the creation of civilisations.
Essential for human life

SA
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Opal Evolution – Stones that Flow with Light

Dates: 02/10/2026 - 04/10/2026

Opal Evolution is an immersive outback arts and culture festival held in Andamooka, the home of the world's rarest opal. Across three nights the desert landscape comes alive with large-scale light projections, live music, giant puppets, and community parades. By day, visitors can join creative workshops, explore opal mining heritage, and connect with artists, locals, and the unique spirit of this opal-rich town. Blending art, story, and stars under vast desert skies, Opal Evolution offers a once-in-a-lifetime experience in the heart of Outback South Australia.


Featured RV Friendly Towns & Destinations

NEW SOUTH WALES
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Warragamba - NSW RVFT

Warragamba is located on the eastern edge of the Blue Mountains and is a one-and-a-half-hour drive west of Sydney. The name Warragamba comes from the Aboriginal words Warra and Gamba, meaning water running over rocks. This town is home to Warragamba Dam, the source of Sydney’s water supply.For RV travellers passing through this small town, short-term parking is available at the Warragamba Recreation Reserve. There is no cost for parking and access to bins, toilets, barbecue and water is available. Vehicles must be self-contained, pets are allowed but must be kept inside the vehicle or on a lead at all times.Warragamba Dam is the largest concrete dam in Australia and one of the largest domestic water supply dams in the world. The dam grounds are open to the public and offer a visitor centre, Water for Life exhibition, viewing platforms and several visitor facilities.Tourist/Visitor Information CentreWollondilly Shire Council Visitor Information Centre62 Menangle St, PictonPh: 02 4677 8313www.visitwollondilly.com.auCasual Parking (near retail centre)Warragamba Recreation Reserve, Farnsworth AveShort Term ParkingWarragamba Recreation Reserve, Farnsworth Ave48hrs, self-contained vehicles only, nil charge, mobile coverage, bins, toilets, BBQ, water, covered seating. Pets are allowed but must be kept inside the vehicle or on a lead at all times.Dump PointWarragamba Recreation Reserve, Farnsworth Ave-33.89363, 150.60124Potable WaterWarragamba Recreation Reserve, Farnsworth AveHospitalNearest hospital is at Penrith or CamdenDoctors Surgery39 Fourteenth St, Warragamba Ph: 02 4774 0008DentistNearest dentist is at WallaciaPharmacy25B Fourteenth St, Warragamba Ph: 02 4774 1013Supermarket3/2320 Silverdale Rd, Silverdale – Ph: 02 4774 1986
SOUTH AUSTRALIA
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Tantanoola - SA RVFT

Tantanoola is in the south of the Wattle Range Council area, located ten kilometres south of Millicent, 51 kilometres south of Beachport and 67 kilometres west of Penola. In 1893, there were reports of a strange animal in the Tantanoola area; it was described as a tiger. The tiger prowled the district for several years and in 1895, the tiger was killed, only to be discovered that it was actually an Assyrian Wolf and is now on display in a glass case at the Tantanoola Tiger Hotel.Those visiting Tantanoola can find casual and short-term parking at Tantanoola Park (across from the Tantanoola Hotel). There are 30 parking spots available for nil charge and stays are limited to 48 hours. Toilets are available and dogs are allowed, provided they are on a lead. A dump point and potable water can be found at Tantanoola Park Tank. The spectacular Tantanoola Cave is located 16 kilometres from Millicent on the Princes Highway. It is the only single chamber pink dolomite cave in Australia and features easy access pathways, which are suitable for wheelchair access. The strategically placed lighting enhances the Cave’s natural beauty and is open daily for tours.Tourist/Visitor Centre       Millicent VIC, 1 Mount Gambier Rd, Millicent SAPh: 08 8733 0904millicent@wattlerange.sa.gov.auwww.wattlerange.sa.gov.auCasual Parking       Tantanoola Park (across from the Tantanoola Hotel), 30 parking spots, (48hr), tlts providedShort Term Parking           Tantanoola Park (across from the Tantanoola Hotel), 30 parking spots, (48hr), tlts provided, dogs allowed on leadDump Point  Tantanoola Park TankPotable Water          Tantanoola Park (near playground)
NEW SOUTH WALES
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Ariah Park - NSW RVFT

Ariah Park is a picturesque, heritage village established at the beginning of the twentieth century. The town is famed for the original retro petrol bowsers and peppercorn trees that line the main street and is home to the iconic Ariah Park Hotel.RV travellers in the region will be able to make use of the excellent facilities at Ariah Park Campground. Parking is available for up to 7 days, with powered sites available for $15 per vehicle per night and unpowered sites available for just $8 per vehicle per night. The campground offers access to showers and toilets, and a dump point and potable water is located at the site. The bronze wheat lumper statue was built in 2016 and is a tribute to the hardworking men who lumped and stacked bags of wheat until the advent of bulk grain handling in 1916 saw the construction of large concrete railway silos begin in the region. More history of the town can be discovered on the self-guided walking tour, a must for any visitor to the area.Tourist/Visitor Information Centre        Temora Shire Visitor Information CentreCoolamon St, near the tennis courtsPh: 02 6977 5921www.temora.com.auCasual Parking (near retail centre)       Coolamon St, Ariah ParkShort & Long Term Parking        Ariah Park Campground, Barnes St$8pvpn unpowered, $15pvpn powered, 7 night max stay, showers, power, bins, BBQ, toilets, water, covered seating, pets on leadDump Point  Cnr Barnes St & Mary Gilmore Way, entry via Barnes St.Lat: -34.352968Long: 147.221125Potable Water          Ariah Park Campground, Barnes StHospital        Nearest Hospital is located at TemoraDoctors Surgery     CWA Rooms, 15 Pitt St, Ariah Park – appts via Temora Medical Centre Ph: 02 6977 3600Dentist           Nearest Dentist is located at TemoraPharmacy     71 Coolamon St, Ariah Park Ph: 02 6974 1097Supermarket            72 Coolamon St, Ph: 02 6974 1275