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Featured RV Friendly Events

SOUTH AUSTRALIA
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Flame Festival - Copper Coast

Event date: 8 - 10 May 2026

Get ready to ignite your senses at the FLAME Festival 2026, a vibrant celebration of creativity, culture, and community across the Copper Coast. Returning for its third edition, this biennial event lights up the towns of Kadina, Moonta, and Wallaroo with a spectacular showcase of local talent and artistic flair.

Whether you're a curious visitor or a proud local, FLAME Festival offers something for everyone, a chance to connect, create, and celebrate the spirit of the Copper Coast.


SOUTH AUSTRALIA
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Clare Valley Gourmet Week

Event date: May 2026

Australia’s longest running wine and food festival, the Clare Valley Gourmet Festival will return again in May 2026. 

The festival showcases the region’s wine and food culture by offering a range of unforgettable experiences, including the exciting new Gourmet Bus Trails. These offer a full day itinerary of curated indulgence with transport, food, wine and unique experiences all taken care of. 

Book your stay today and indulge in a sensory feast amidst the beauty of the Clare Valley, South Australia.

NEW SOUTH WALES
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Canowindra International Balloon Challenge

Event date: 11 April - 19 April 2026 

See the magic and spectacle as one of the Southern Hemispheres biggest Hot air balloon events takes to the sky over the beautiful Canowindra countryside in Central West NSW.

The action is at either end of the day with balloons flying at sunrise and in the last hour before sunset over a 9 day period at the beginning of April.

The signature event is the Cabonne Community Glow and night markets where you will enjoy local produce, wine, crafts and entertainment culminating in a night display as the balloons light up synchronised to music.

Watching the balloons each day is free but there is an entry charge for the Balloon Glow.

As the action happens at either end of the day this leaves plenty of time for exploring the incredible sights in the area and visting the villages and town of the area. Stop in at wineries and local food producers to get a real sense of how wonderful this area is.

Whilst in Canowindra visit the Age of Fishes Museum (home of the State Fossil), wander down the historic main street or enjoy art galleries, wonderful coffee, cellar doors and quirky shopping.



Featured RV Friendly Towns & Destinations

QUEENSLAND
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Jundah - QLD RVFT

Jundah is a small outback town in Central West Queensland, situated above the floodplains of the Thomson River, but close enough to view the local fauna or try your hand at fishing.For those passing through and looking for a convenient place to park their vehicle for a night or two, parking can be found at Jundah Caravan Park. This friendly caravan park offers non-powered sites for a rate of $10.25 per vehicle per night, and lengths of stays can be negotiated. Powered sites are also available for a rate of $15.35 per vehicle per night. Sites are small in size and only suited for vehicles under 11 metres; however, showers, bins, toilets, and barbecue are all accessible on-site.Visitors can take a stroll down to the scenic Thompson River, where many enjoy an afternoon of fishing and recreational activities. A must do for anyone passing through Jundah, is a visit to Welford National Park, 124,000 hectares of nature’s diverse landscape. The park is approximately 45 kilometres south-east of town; however, the drive is one many won’t forget.Tourist/Visitor Information CentreJundah Information Centre11 Dickson St, JundahPh: 07 4658 6930www.barcoo.qld.gov.auCasual Parking (near retail centre)Dickson St, JundahShort Term ParkingJundah Caravan Park, 4-6 Dickson St JundahNegotiable stay limit, pets on lead, Telstra phone coverage, showers, bins, toilets, covered seating, BBQ, water. $10.25pvpn non powered. $15.35pvpn powered site. Vehicles of under 11m only.Long Term ParkingThe Thomson River, Thomson Development Rd Jundah.Self-contained vehicles only, negotiable stay limit, pets on lead, bins.Dump PointThomson Development Rd3klm from JundahLat: -24.822109, Long: 143.063077Potable WaterWar Memorial Park, Dickson St JundahDoctors SurgeryHospital Rd Jundah. Dr appointments 1 day a fortnight or emergencies. Ph: 07 4658 6500PharmacyJundah Primary health clinic, limited items available. Ph: 07 4658 6500Supermarket22 Dickson St Jundah – Ph: 07 4658 6135
QUEENSLAND
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Laidley - QLD RVFT

Laidley is located just 83 kilometres west of Brisbane and is the second largest town in the Lockyer Valley. The Valley is one of the top ten most fertile farming areas in the world and is referred to as ‘Australia’s Salad Bowl’ due to the many different types of fruit and vegetables grown there. White ‘i’ (unaccredited) Tourist Information Centre’s are located at Laidley Pioneer Village & Museum, corner of Drayton and Pioneer Streets and Das Neumann Haus, corner of William and Patrick Streets. The Pioneer Village allows visitors to explore the history of migrant settlement as well as local industries and early pioneering lifestyles. Displays include an historic church, school, post office, butcher shop, police cells, plus equipment and machinery used by the early settlers. Das Neumann Haus is a house museum restored and furnished in the style of the 1930s. Enjoy a coffee and light lunch and browse local handmade arts, crafts and preserves.Those visiting Laidley can find short-term parking free of charge, for up to 48 hours at Narda Lagoon, Drayton Street. A dump point is located at John St North and potable water can be obtained from the card operated filling station, opposite 2108 Laidley Rosewood Rd, (Outside Council Depot).Spend a few days in Laidley and enjoy the friendly atmosphere and the many activities and events the region offers.Tourist/Visitor Centre       Das Neumann Haus, William Street, Laidley QLDPh: 07 5465 3241info@luvyalockyer.com.auwww.visitlockyer.com.auCasual Parking       John St NorthShort Term Parking           Narda Lagoon, Drayton St, (48hr), no chargeLong Term Parking            Lake Dyer Camping Ground, (7 nights), fees apply; Centenary Park Camping Ground, (7 nights), fees applyDump Point  John St NorthPotable Water          Card operated filling station, opposite 2108 Laidley Rosewood Rd. Outside Council Depot.Hospital        75 William St, Ph: 07 5466 8100Doctors Surgery     36 Ambrose St, Ph: 07 5465 1388; 128 Patrick St, Ph: 07 5465 1644Dentist           Laidley Dental Surgery, 132 Patrick St, Ph: 07 5465 2211Pharmacy     125 Patrick St, Ph: 07 5465 1297Supermarket            132 Patrick St, Ph: 07 5465 2266
SOUTH AUSTRALIA
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Port Lincoln - SA RVFT

Port Lincoln is located on the Eyre Peninsula of South Australia, 650 kilometres west of Adelaide. The beautiful township overlooks Boston Bay, and claims to be the ‘Seafood Capital of Australia’, with local fisheries specialising in tuna, kingfish, abalone, muscles and oyster production. There is an extensive variety of shopping in Port Lincoln, including supermarkets and department stores, as well as art galleries and craft stores.There are two options for RV parking in Port Lincoln; the Axel Stenross Boat Ramp, and the Billy Lights Point Boat Ramp. Both permit parking for up to 3 nights, at $13.50 per vehicle per night, and have toilets, bins and potable water available. A free dump point is located in Windsor Avenue.Port Lincoln is a fantastic base to explore the nearby Coffin National Park and Kellidie Bay Conservation Park. Water sports such as yachting, diving and game fishing are popular activities in the surrounding Spencer Gulf and Great Australian Bite.Tourist/Visitor Centre       3 Adelaide Place, Port LincolnPh 08 8683 3544www.visitportlincoln.net Casual Parking       Tasman Tce (on seaside opp Makybe Diva Statue) & Washington St (btwn Adelaide Pl & Lewis St)Short & Long Term Parking        Axel Stenross Boat Ramp, (96hrs), tlts, bins, water; or Billy Lights Point Boat Ramp, (3 nts), tlts, bins, water, BBQ. Both sites $13.50 pvpn payable to Port Lincoln VIC or Axel Stenross Maritime MuseumDump Point  Windsor Ave, Port Lincoln Potable Water          Windsor Ave, Port LincolnHospital        Oxford Tce, Port Lincoln, ph 08 8683 2200Doctors Surgery     2 in Liverpool St & 1 in Oxford StDentist           1 in Eyre St, 1 in Park St & 1 in Napoleon St.Pharmacy     2 in Liverpool St & 1 in Oxford StSupermarket            Foodland, Woolworths & Coles, all on Liverpool St.