RV Friendlies & Events

Tullamore is a small town located in the Parkes Shire in the Central West of New South Wales. Nestled in an area north west of Parkes, south west of Dubbo and north east of Condobolin, Tullamore is a strong community with all the necessary services to sustain a vibrant town. The town has become best known for the incredibly popular Tullamore Irish Festival, featuring Irish dancers and entertainers, an Irish hurdle race and a program of Irish fun. This annual festival held in April has been running since 2004 and celebrates Tullamore’s strong Irish links.Tullamore offers short and long term parking at the showground, which is located in Henry Parkes Way. Powered and unpowered sites are available for a fee, and a dump point and potable water can be found on-site. An interesting piece of trivia, the iconic Australian song I’ve Been Everywhere, written by Geoff Mack and made popular by singer Lucky Starr, mentions Tullamore in the first verse. The Tullamore Showground is located close to town and has plenty of parking for recreational vehicles, including facilities such as a dump point and potable water.Tourist/Visitor Centre       Tullamore Coffee Shop, Museum & Art Gallery29 Cardigan St, TullamorePh: 02 6892 5558www.visitparkes.com.auCasual Parking       Parallel parking in front of the silos in the CBD & on either end of the other side of the street (street light area).Short & Long Term Parking        Tullamore Showground, Cornet St, TullamoreDump Point  Tullamore Showground, Cornet St, TullamorePotable Water          Memorial Park, Cardigan St, Tullamore & Tullamore Showground (if staying on site), Cornet St, TullamoreHospital        1 Hinkler St, Tullamore, ph: 02 6892 5003Doctors Surgery     1 Hinkler St, Tullamore, ph: 02 6892 5003Pharmacy     Multipurpose Health Service, 1 Hinkler St, Tullamore, ph: 02 6892 5285Supermarket            General Store, Cardigan St, Tullamore, ph: 02 6892 5192

Baralaba is situated on the Dawson River in Central Queensland and is located 160 kilometres south-west of Rockhampton and 667 kilometres north-west of Brisbane. It was once an important coal mining area, but is now a thriving beef/stud cattle, grain and irrigated crop farming district. Baralaba is an Aboriginal word meaning ‘Land of the Blue Mountain’. Mt Ramsay, the large ‘blue mountain’ dominates the skyline around the town. Located 14 kilometres south-east of town, it is a popular hiking spot, with spectacular views of the surrounding districts from the top. There are a number of annual events held in the town, such as the Agricultural Show in May, an annual Art Exhibition and the Baralaba Saratoga Classic Fishing Competition in October. The town is also host to many sporting tournaments. There are water sports on the river, a golf course, tennis courts, a bowling green and a farm stay, where horse riding is available. Visitors are encouraged to join in the activities and can find out what’s happening from notices in shop windows or by asking the locals.Those visiting Baralaba can find short-term parking at Neville Hewitt Weir, and can park for up to 48 hours. Potable water is available here, and a dump point is located on Wooroonah Rd.Everything you need for your stay is available in town, including groceries, a drink or meals at the pub, mechanical repairs and fuel. There is also a newsagency, post office and ATM’s. So, when visiting the Dawson River, be sure to make Baralaba your base.Tourist/Visitor Centre       Landcare & Community Centre, cnr Stopford St & Ashfield St, Baralaba QLDOnly open Wednesdayswww.sandstonewonders.com Casual Parking       Stopford StShort Term Parking           Neville Hewitt Weir, (7days); Baralaba Showgrounds, Wooroonah Rd, 07 4998 1581 $10pvpn poweredDump Point  Wooroonah Rd (near showgrounds)Potable Water          Neville Hewitt WeirHospital        Baralaba Multipurpose Health Service, Stopford St, Ph: 07 4998 2800Doctors Surgery     1 Stopford St, Ph: 07 4998 1233Pharmacy     Moura Pharmacy, Marshall St, Ph: 07 4997 1476, delivers to town twice weekly, (50km); Baralaba hospital has a dispensary for urgent suppliesSupermarket            29 Stopford St, Ph: 07 4998 1351

Crystal Brook is located 197 kilometres north of Adelaide and is 111 metres above sea level. Named after the spring-fed creek next to which it was founded, Crystal Brook is a pleasant service centre in the heart of South Australia. Known for its natural scenery, historic buildings and laid-back approach to life, Crystal Brook is an oasis for RV travellers. If you would like to stay in town and explore the local region for a couple of days, parking is also available at Jubilee Park, which is located on Railway Terrace. A dump point, potable water, toilets, bins and covered seating are supplied, pets are allowed on leads and there is no cost for up to 48 hours. Travellers can pick-up information from the visitor centre, which doubles as an impressive gallery and antiques store. The main street and surrounds are convenient for large recreational vehicles and there is parking available in Adelaide Square, where travellers can easily walk into the main street. Tourist/Visitor Centre       Port Pirie Visitor Information Centre3 Mary Elie St, Port PiriePh: 08 8633 8700tourism@pirie.sa.gov.auwww.pirie.sa.gov.au  Casual Parking       Adelaide Square, Crystal Brook, unlimited all day parkingShort Term Parking           Jubilee Park, Railway Terrace, Crystal Brook SA (48hr), tlts, bins, covered seating, water, pets on lead, nil chargeDump Point  Jubilee Park, Railway Terrace, Crystal Brook SAPotable Water          Jubilee Park, Railway Terrace, Crystal Brook SAHospital        Edmond Tce & Huddlestone Rd, Crystal Brook SA, Ph: 08 8636 1100Doctors Surgery     Crystal Brook Medical Centre, Claridge Rd, Crystal Brook SA, Ph: 08 8636 1180Pharmacy     Ramsey Pharmacy, 32 Bowman St, Crystal Brook SA, Ph: 08 8636 2063Supermarket            Foodland, Bowman St, Crystal Brook SA, Ph: 08 8636 2017