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Waikerie, located in the Riverland region of South Australia, is surrounded by more than a million fruit trees, making it the centre of the citrus and fruit industry in South Australia. With the Sturt Highway passing through the south of the town, Waikerie makes for a great place to stop in for a visit on your next trip.For those wanting to stay in town for a night or two, parking is available at Holder Bend Reserve & Boat Ramp, along Holder Bottom Road. At no cost, parking only accommodates those with self-contained vehicles, and a maximum stay of seven days applies. Pets on leads are also permitted on-site.Waikerie’s convenient location means it is only a short drive to neighbouring towns making it the perfect base to explore the Riverland region. Nestled on the river, activities such as fishing, boating, and thrilling water sports, are a popular attraction for most people. Whilst in the region, indulge in some of their delicious local wines, and with plenty of eateries, your taste buds will certainly be tempted.Tourist/Visitor Information CentreWaikerie District Visitor Information Centre1a Strangman Rd, WaikeriePh: 08 8541 0708requests@waikerie.comwww.waikerie.comCasual Parking (near retail centre)Civic Ave, WaikerieShort & Long Term ParkingHolder Bend Reserve & Boat Ramp, Holder Bottom Rd WaikerieSelf-contained vehicles only, 7day maximum stay, nil charge, pets on lead, mobile coverage, binsDump PointCivic Ave, WaikerieLat: -34.18207; Long: 139.98834Potable WaterCivic Ave, WaikerieSeparate tap near the dump pointHospital1 Lawrie Tce, Waikerie Ph: 08 8541 0555Doctors Surgery2 Strangman Rd, Waikerie Ph: 08 8541 3500Dentist5 McCoy St, Waikerie Ph: 08 8541 3166Pharmacy19 McCoy St, Waikerie Ph: 08 8541 2366SupermarketWoolworths, 1 White St and Foodland, 4 McCoy St Waikerie

Cootamundra is a thriving, lively shire, set within a natural environment. With wide tree lined streets, many parks and undulating countryside, this town is picturesque all year round. RV travellers visiting the area will find short term free parking is located at Pioneer Park. Here you can stay for up to 96 hours and your pets are more than welcome. A dump point is located at Apex Park, and potable water is also available nearby. As the birthplace of Sir Donald Bradman, there’s plenty to see and explore for cricket fans. Take a stroll along the Cricket Captain’s Walk and admire the bronze sculptures of some of Australia’s Test Cricket Captains. The Bradman’s Birthplace museum is also a must for visitors, offering plenty of information and memorabilia about Australia’s greatest batsman. Tourist/Visitor Information CentreCootamundra Visitors Information & Heritage CentreHovell StPh: 02 6940 2190www.cgra.nsw.gov.auCasual Parking (near retail centre)Hovell St adjacent to the VICShort & long Term ParkingPioneer ParkBack Brawlin RdSelf-contained vehicles only, 96hrs, nil charge, pets on leadDump PointApex Park, Hurley StLat: -34.644783  Long: 148.025138Potable WaterNear the dump point at Apex Park, Hurley StHospitalMackay St – Ph: 02 6942 0444Doctors SurgeryMedical Centre, Mackay St – Ph: 02 6942 0222Dentist91 Wallendoon St – Ph: 02 6942 1700PharmacyAmcal, 218 Parker St – Ph: 02 6942 2850SupermarketWoolworths, Bourke St – Ph: 02 6942 5000

Rainbow is a small town in north-west Victoria, just 400kms from Melbourne, in the southern Mallee region. The town was first settled in 1893 and flourished with the establishment of the railway line in 1899. Its name is derived from ‘Rainbow Rise’, a crescent shaped ridge covered in colourful wildflowers found west of the township.Those visiting Rainbow can find short-term parking on the old tennis courts located in Park Street. There is no fee to stay here and parking is limited to 24 hours. There is a dump point located on-site as well as potable water, and pets on a lead are permitted.  Rainbow is an excellent place to visit, especially for RV travellers. The vibrant main street features a unique median strip of parkland with historical buildings and colourful hand-painted murals. Rainbow is the perfect base to explore the nearby Wyperfield National Park and Lake Hindmarsh. While visiting be sure to visit the Yuranga Homestead, an Edwardian-style home originally built in 1909, or drop into the Pella Church to view the magnificently restored pipe organ. Rainbow also hosts the Local Agricultural Show in October every year.Tourist/Visitor Centre       Hindmarsh Shire Council92 Nelson StreetNhill VIC 341803 5391 4429Casual Parking       King St Park & Railway St between Federal & Bow St.Short Term Parking           Park St on old tennis courts near dump point, 24hrs, pets allowed, nil chargeDump Point  Park St, RainbowPotable Water          Park St, RainbowHospital        2 Swinbourne Ave, 03 5391 4222Doctors Surgery     Tristar Medical Group, 14 Sanders St, 03 5395 1623Pharmacy     Rainbow Community Pharmacy, 6 Federal St, 03 5395 1023Supermarket            IGA X-Press, 36 Federal St, 03 5395 1090