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Featured RV Friendly Events

NSW

Camden Haven Show

Date: 25/10/2026-26/10/2026

Get set for the Camden Haven Show, a classic country agricultural show that’s all about community, competition and family fun! Held each year in the heart of the beautiful Camden Haven district at Kendall Showground, this event is a celebration of rural life, local produce, livestock and tradition

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NEW SOUTH WALES

Gunnedah Bird Sale and Expo

Event Date: Saturday 11 April 2026.

The Gunnedah Bird Sale and Expo have been running for over 20 years and has grown to be the biggest sale in Australia.

The 2019 expo showcased over 4,000 birds, and 175 exhibitors with 26 trade stands selling everything from seed, aviaries, nest boxes, books, medications and many other bird-related products.

A must for the bird enthusiast, the expo offers a hot breakfast and canteen facilities throughout the day at the Gunnedah Showgrounds Basketball Stadium and Griffiths Pavilion.

Please check the website for more details or call the Gunnedah Visitor Information Centre.

The Gunnedah Bird Sale and Expo is scheduled for Saturday, 11 April 2026, at the Gunnedah Showground's Basketball Stadium and adjacent Griffith Pavilion in Gunnedah, NSW. Organized by the Namoi Valley Aviculture Club (NVAC), this event is among the largest bird sales on Australia's east coast, attracting exhibitors and enthusiasts from across the country.

Trade Stands: The Griffith Pavilion will host various trade stands offering bird-related products, including seed mixes, aviaries, nest boxes, cages, books, and medications.

Catering: A BBQ breakfast will be available from 7:00 AM, complemented by canteen facilities and a coffee van on-site.

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VICTORIA

Melbourne Cup

First Tuesday of Nov

Be part of Australia’s most loved and iconic world-class event, the Melbourne Cup Carnival.

Experience this incredible event that combines sport, entertainment, fashion and food – all in one place, the stunning Flemington Racecourse. Glamorous, refined and full of history, the Melbourne Cup Carnival is a must-do event for Melburnians

and visitors alike.

With four big race days and a range of ticketing options, there is so many different ways to experience the Carnival - attend one or all of the race days knowing you will have an amazing time at the most anticipated event on the calendar.

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Featured RV Friendly Towns & Destinations

QUEENSLAND

Wyandra Post General Store & Camping - QLD RVFD

When travelling the outback between Charleville and Cunnamulla, you’ll find a friendly and most unusual little post office and general store.This little gem is owned by Glenn and Kim Paterson who have lived in Wyandra for over seven years, converting a rundown post office into a fully functioning tourist facility where you can enjoy a fresh cup of tea or coffee, fish and chips or their famous ‘Wyandra Whoppa Burger’.For those wishing to stay at Wyandra Post and General Store, parking is available for a cost of $15 per vehicle per night for unpower, and $20 per vehicle per night for power. This includes access to the bush cinema and mini golf.Just one kilometre away is the Warrego River where many good sized cod and yellow belly can be caught, or you can enjoy the white sandy beach and relax on the banks of the river.Cost: Unpwr $15 pvpn, Pwr $20 pvpn. Includes access to bush cinema & mini golf. Meals available from $10 pp. There also separate fenced and powered dog sites for $25

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QUEENSLAND

Gin Gin QLD - RVFT

Gin Gin is a small rural town located in the Bundaberg region of Queensland. The town is often referred to as Wild Scotsman country with the capture of one of Queensland’s rogue bushrangers taking place in town back in 1866. A gateway to great Barramundi fishing, Gin Gin is just 20 minutes south of Lake Monduran which is popular for both fishing and camping.Gin Gin Rest Area on the Bruce Highway offers RV travellers with an overnight parking option up to 24 hours. There is no-cost for parking in the rest area and access to toilets, water and covered seating is available. A dump point can also be located there, and visitors will find potable water located at this site (a short distance from the dump point).Whether travelling north or south, a stopover in Gin Gin is always worthwhile. The Wild Scotsman markets are held every Saturday in the main street offering plenty of local produce to sample and indulge in. While in town, you can also pay a visit to the old Courthouse which now houses a community run gallery space.Tourist/Visitor Information CentreGin Gin Visitor Information CentreMulgrave St, Gin GinPh: 07 4153 8888www.bundabergregion.orgCasual Parking (near retail centre)Mulgrave St, Gin GinShort Term ParkingGin Gin Rest Area, Bruce Hwy Gin Gin24hrs, nil charge, pets on lead, mobile coverage, toilets, water, covered seatingDump PointGin Gin Rest Area, Bruce Hwy Gin GinPotable WaterGin Gin Rest Area, Bruce Hwy Gin GinHospital5 King St, Gin Gin Ph: 07 4157 2222Doctors Surgery59 Mulgrave St Gin Gin Ph: 07 4157 2922DentistNearest dentist BundabergPharmacy48 Mulgrave St – Ph: 07 4157 2184Supermarket52 Mulgrave St – Ph: 07 4157 2166

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SOUTH AUSTRALIA

Carpenter Rocks Recreation Reserve - SA RVFD

Carpenter Rocks Recreation Reserve is located in the small coastal town of Carpenter Rocks, 35 kilometres south-west of Mount Gambier. Carpenter Rocks is known for its rugged coastline, and the area provides wonderful fishing and diving locations. The rocks of the coast were named ‘Les Carpentiers’ or ‘The Carpenters’ by a Dutch navigator, as the indented and serrated nature of the coastline reminded him of a carpenters saw.Carpenter Rocks Recreation Reserve, provides parking for self-contained vehicles for up to 72 hours, free of charge, however, a donation to Progress Association is always appreciated. Visitors will find amenities such as toilets, covered seating and barbecue areas. Pets on lead are also welcome.Come to Carpenter Rocks Recreation Reserve and experience the beauty of the Australian coast.Cost: Nil charge but donation to Progress Association appreciatedParking: 72hr, self-contained vehicles only, pets on lead, mobile phone coverage, toilets, bbq, covered seating. Please note: The Hall is not part of the RVFDOpening Hours: 7 days

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