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Featured RV Friendly Events

NEW SOUTH WALES

Murrurundi Festival - Art in the Landscape

Event date: Friday 27 March - Sunday 29 March 2026

The Murrurundi Festival is an exciting event that celebrates arts, culture and heritage in Murrurundi. The three-day program is packed with unique art experiences and exhibitions. It features a classical concert and the Art of the Kite, to fill the sky with colour.

Murrurundi will be wrapped in a vibrant display of hessian and twine, with bunting and yarn bombing. A Fairy Picnic set in the beautiful Paradise Park will provide fun for all ages, with storytelling, face painting and games. The Cobb and Co Coach will bring a touch of history to the streets.

Immerse yourself in a weekend of art and culture at the Murrurundi Festival.

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QUEENSLAND

Childers Heritage Day

Event date: 9 May 2026

Mark your calendars as the Fifth Annual Childers Heritage Day, and part of the National Trust Australian Heritage Festival, gears up to be even more fun, more unique and more creative!

This year's event promises something for everyone as the town comes alive with activities and events, not only at the Childers Heritage Complex but at many other historical locations throughout the historical town.

Organised by the passionate volunteers of the Isis District Historical Society Inc., Childers Heritage Day celebrates the region's rich history while fostering community connection and well-being. President Scott Stedman remarked "We're incredibly proud of what we've achieved with Childers Heritage Day and are excited to introduce new events, sponsors, and participants this year that align with our purpose of preserving the past for the future. It's going to be a great day!"

This year's event will feature an expanded program which will include a location map to help visitors better plan the day. With more than 25 local businesses, organisations and not for profits participating, Childers Heritage Day is a true community event!

Join in for a fun filled day of history, activities and events.

Be sure to book your accommodation early!

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QUEENSLAND

North Queensland Elite Rodeo

Event date: 14 August - 16 August 2026

North Queensland Elite Rodeo is an action-packed weekend event featuring thrilling rodeo performances across Friday night and Saturday, day and night.

The full program showcases the very best in professional rodeo competition, putting the very best rodeo athletes against the best rodeo stock in the country.

Combining world-class competition, live entertainment, and a stunning bush setting, North Queensland Elite Rodeo celebrates community, culture, and country spirit - where the best come to ride and the crowd comes alive.

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Featured RV Friendly Towns & Destinations

NEW SOUTH WALES

Tumbarumba - NSW RVFT

Tumbarumba is located on the western side of the Snowy Mountains in New South Wales, approximately halfway between Sydney and Melbourne. It has a rich heritage in goldmining, timber, agriculture and viticulture and the town is the gateway to some of Australia’s most spectacular alpine landscapes. Tumbarumba is surrounded by idyllic mountain peaks; natural bushland; expansive vineyards; lush agricultural pastures; and crystal clear streams brimming with trout.Short term parking in Tumbarumba is available in Winton Street, and visitors are welcome to stay for up to 24 hours. A dump point can be found adjacent the Visitor Information Centre in Tumbarumba, and potable water is available at Henry Angel Trackhead, (7km S of Tumbarumba).This charming town is unspoilt and virtually untouched, off the major highways and lying in a pleasant position with the dramatic peaks of the Snowy Mountains to the east. There are bubbling streams, green fields and a peaceful, gentle ambience that’s a relaxing balm to city-jangled nerves.Tourist/Visitor Centre Tumbarumba VIC, Bridge St, Tumbarumba NSWPh: 02 6948 3333Email: mail@visittumbashire.com.auwww.visittumbashire.com.auCasual Parking Cnr Bridge St & The ParadeShort Term Parking Winton Street, Tumbarumba, 24hrs.Long Term Parking Paddy’s River Flats Camping Area, Tooma Rd, Tumbarumba (18km), up to 4 weeks, self contained only.Dump Point Adj to VICPotable Water Henry Angel Trackhead, (7km S of Tumbarumba)Hospital Albury St, Tumbarumba, Ph 02 6948 9600Doctors Surgery 2 The parade, Tumbarumba, Ph 02 6948 2015Dentist 2 The parade, Tumbarumba, Ph 02 6948 2015Pharmacy 23b The Parade, Tumbarumba, Ph 02 6948 2031Supermarket Gollans Foodworks, 27 Bridge St, Ph 02 6948 2273; Lauder’s IGA, The Parade, Ph 02 6948 2137

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QUEENSLAND

Eidsvold - QLD RVFT

Eidsvold is located 425 kilometres north-west of Brisbane and 230 kilometres west of Maryborough on the A3, Australia’s Country Way (Burnett Highway). The town was founded in 1848 by European Settlers Thomas and Charles Archer, and the town takes its name from Eidsvoll, a town in Norway where the Constitution of Norway was signed. Archer Homestead, the home of the pioneering settlers, rests on the banks of the Burnett River and remains just as it was over 100 years ago. The Eidsvold Historical Complex is home to a fine collection of historic buildings, including the Knockbreak Homestead, the original Clonave Homestead, and Riverleigh Cottage, which houses memorabilia, including the Eidsvold Soldiers corner, a display of photographs, medals and equipment from the various wars, traditional owners’ artefacts, slates, desks and other school equipment, and a manual telephone exchange.Visitors to Eidsvold can find short-term parking at the RM Williams Centre. Sites are $10.40 per vehicle per night, and this rate includes access to toilets and potable water. The dump point is located on the Corner of Burnett Hwy & Esplanade Street, in Merv Hamilton Park, (next to the pool).Eidsvold is home to the RM Williams Australian Bush Learning Centre which honours this great Australian who lived at ‘Rockybar’ Eidsvold from 1955 to 1972. The Centre showcases the achievements of RM Williams, reflects his passion for bush lore and promotes rural job opportunities through education and skill development. Through this special place, RM Williams’ deep and abiding love of the bush lives on.Tourist/Visitor Centre RM Williams Australian Bush Learning Centre & Visitor Information, 23767 Gayndah-Monto Rd, Eidsvold QldPh: 1300 696 272admin@northburnett.qld.gov.au.Casual Parking Moreton St & the Rest Area off the Burnett Hwy on the southern edge of Eidsvold TownshipShort Term Parking RM Williams Centre, toilets, potable water, no pwr, $10.40 PVPN.Long Term Parking Tolderodden Conservation Park, permit required, $6.55pppn; Wuruma Dam 2 weeks free camping.Dump Point Corner Burnett Hwy & Esplanade St in Merv Hamilton Park next to poolPotable Water RM Williams CentreHospital Theodore Rd, Ph: 07 4165 7100Doctors Surgery 10 Moreton St, Ph: 07 4165 1288Pharmacy Moreton St, Ph 07 4165 1444Supermarket Foodworks, Moreton St, Ph: 07 4165 1207

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VICTORIA

Lockington - VIC RVFT

'Locky’, as the locals affectionately term their town, is a small tight knit dairy farming community, located 198km north of Melbourne. The town was named in the 20th century after William Lockington, a prominent Jesuit Priest within the community. Today, Lockington has one pub, one school, three churches and a small selection of shops. Casual parking is available in all main streets, with short and long-term parking at Lockington Travellers Rest, corner of Lockington and Pannoo Roads. There is a negotiable stay limit with a donation of $10 per vehicle per night for an unpowered site and $20 for a powered site. The dump point is also located at Lockington Travellers Rest and potable water is available at the Lions Park lawn area in Lockington Road.Lockington is the perfect base for travellers when they require a well needed rest. There are walking tracks along the irrigation channel network which features the ‘Loch Ness’ yabby, a giant crustacean which can be pulled from the channel, and like many country towns, the pub is the heart of the community with traditional home cooked meals and friendly atmosphere.Tourist/Visitor Information Centre Lockington District Business Centre9-11 Lockington Rd, Lockington VICPh 03 5486 2683www.campaspe.vic.gov.auCasual Parking All main streets in LockingtonShort & Long Term ParkingLockington Travellers Rest, Lockington Rd & Pannoo Rd,donation of $10 pvpn, unpwr; $20 pvpn pwr. Neg stay limit, pets on lead, mobile coverage, shwrs, pwr, bins, BBQ, tlts, water, c/seatingDump Point Lockington Travellers Rest, Lockington Rd & Pannoo RdPotable Water Lions Park lawn area, Lockington RdDoctors Surgery Clinic open Tuesdays & Thursdays, Pannoo Rd, 03 5486 2544Supermarket Pentreaths Foodworks, Lockington Rd, 03 5486 2200

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