RV Friendlies & Events

Goomeri is a rural town located in the Gympie local government area and is 180 kilometres north-west of Brisbane. It has a small, friendly population of 500 residents. The town is surrounded by beef cattle and dairy grazing country intersected by small ranges and eucalyptus scrub. Rural stations and homesteads were established with European settlement around 1846. Goomeri is said to retain a certain ‘old world charm’, this is reflected in the preservation of its many historic buildings constructed during its agricultural heyday (1930s - 1960s). The art deco inspired Memorial Clock was built in 1939 and is considered one of the towns favourite landmarks. Goomeri boasts a variety of local gourmet food producers including specialty cheeses, olives, and award winning pies. The township lies within easy reach of the South Burnett wine district with numerous vineyards and cellar doors in close proximity. The recently refurbished public park in Goomeri’s town centre now provides an attractive rest stop for visitors to this attractive regional town.Visitors to the town can find short-term parking at Goomeri Showground, cnr Moore St & Laird St (Burnett Hwy). Parking is available for 96 hours, however prior arrangements can be made for extended stays by phoning 07 4168 4177. Parking will cost $15 per vehicle per night for an unpowered site and $20 per vehicle per night for power, and visitors have access to potable water (fee) and a dump point. Goomeri is home to Australia’s only Pumpkin Festival, a free, family-friendly event which is held in late May. The Festival began in the 1990s when farmers were doing it tough and morale was low due to prolonged drought. The highlight of the Pumpkin Festival is the 'Great Australian Pumpkin Roll' down Policeman's Hill. The Festival has expanded to include more pumpkin based competitions including Decorated Pumpkins, Giant Pumpkins and a Pumpkin Quilt Challenge. These events are complemented by market stalls, a heritage and outback street parade, whip cracking, working dog displays, horsemanship displays, roving entertainment and great local food.Tourist/Visitor Centre       Goomeri Information & Heritage Centre, cnr Moore St & Maudsley St, Goomeri QLDPh: 07 4168 4488Casual Parking       Main St; Goomeri ShowgroundShort & Long Term Parking        Goomeri Showground, cnr Moore St & Laird St (Burnett Hwy), (96hr), $15 unpwr, pvpn; $20pwr, pvpn (extended stays by arrangement), Ph: 07 4168 4177Dump Point  Goomeri Showground $2 fee if not staying at the showground - CMCA is working with Council on another potential site for a free dump point.Potable Water          Goomeri Showground, (water has a charge)Hospital        Murgon Hospital (12min), (ambulance transports to Murgon)Doctors Surgery     2/19 Moore St, Ph: 07 4168 4244 (BH); 07 4168 4244 (A/H)Dentist           101 Lamb St, Murgon, Ph: 07 4168 1540Pharmacy     19 Moore St, Ph: 07 4169 7800Supermarket            Foodworks, 20 Boonara St, Ph: 07 4168 4103

Junee is a charming rural town set between rolling hills and the Murrumbidgee River and is approximately 437 kilometres south-west of Sydney. Junee Golf Club is home to one of the most stimulating and challenging 18 hole, 72 par golf courses.The golf club offers parking for self-contained RV travellers at a rate of $17 per vehicle per night for an unpowered site. CMCA Members will receive a $5 per night discount on rates. There is a maximum stay of 5 days, and access to toilets, restricted water and covered seating is available. Club facilities are only available during the club’s business hours, and if the club is unattended on your arrival, simply select a site in the striped areas and contact the club when it reopens. Visitors to the region may also enjoy a short trip to the city of Wagga Wagga. Known for its stunning parks and valued gardens, a tour through the Wagga Wagga Botanic Gardens will not disappoint. The 20 hectares of themed garden beds, complete with a mini zoo and free-flight aviary, makes for a fun day trip.Address: 2 Golf Ave, JuneePhone: 02 6924 3371Cost: Unpowered $16pvpn, powered $30pvpn (CMCA members receive a 20% discount on the powered site rate)Parking: 5 day maximum stay, toilets, restricted water, covered seating, pets on lead, powerOpening Hours: Please note, meals are currently unavailable (Oct 19)

Swan Reach is located on the Murray River approximately 127 kilometres north-east of Adelaide and  makes for an ideal stopover between the Riverland and Barossa regions. Swan Reach gained its name from the large number of black swans that once thrived in the area. Nestled among farmlands, with a pristine waterfront location, Swan Reach is a popular holiday spot as well as a successful horticultural and farming community.Visitors to Swan Reach can find casual parking at Len White Reserve and short-term parking can be found at Tenbury Hunter Reserve, Stott Hwy. There a nil charge to stay at Tenbury Hunter Reserve, however a 5 night maximum stay applies. Toilets, bins and a dump point are located on-site and pets on a lead are permitted. Potable water can be obtained at Len White Reserve. There is something for everyone whilst visiting Swan Reach. High cliffs shelter the river, providing excellent conditions for all types of water sports. The tallest cliffs along the Murray can be found at the ‘Big Bend’, offering spectacular scenery. The Swan Reach Hotel (circa 1865) is a lovely spot to enjoy views of the river and wildlife while enjoying a meal and learn about the history of the hotel through their photograph collection.Tourist/Visitor Centre       Swan Reach Museum20-22 Nildottie Rd, Swan Reach, SAPh: 08 8570 2019Casual Parking       Len White Reserve, River Reserve Rd Swan Reach & Anzac Ave, Swan ReachShort & Long Term Parking        Tenbury Hunter Reserve, Stott Hwy, nil charge (maximum of 5 nts, possibility of more w/approval), tlts, bins, pets on leadDump Point  Tenbury Hunter Reserve, Stott Hwy, Swan ReachPotable Water          Len White Reserve, River Reserve RdDoctors Surgery     Nildottie Rd, Swan Reach, ph 08 8564 2266, Wed 9am – 5pmPharmacy     Pharmaceutical products can be ordered through the Angaston Pharmacy & delivered to the Swan Reach General Store dailySupermarket            Swan Reach General Store, 47-49 Anzac Ave, Swan Reach, ph: 08 8570 2036