RV Friendlies & Events

Sheffield is located 30 kilometres from Devonport and 93 kilometres from Launceston, in the Kentish District of Tasmania. The town is nestled under Mount Roland and is famous for its colourful and fascinating murals. The history of the town is depicted on every blank wall, giving a remarkable insight into Sheffield’s past. The Visitor Information Centre is in Pioneer Crescent where the friendly staff are happy to supply all the brochures and information required for an enjoyable stay. Purchase a mural book which provides both a map and detailed descriptions of each of the murals.Those visiting Sheffield can find short-term parking at Sheffield Recreation Reserve. Sites are $10 per vehicle per night and stays are limited to 96 hours; however, visitors will also have access to a dump point and potable water. A small drive throughout the region of Sheffield will reward visitors with stunning views of Mount Roland and ample quirky named towns, each with a unique personality. For those looking for a bit of excitement, nearby you will find Tasmazia and the Village of Lower Crackpot, one of the world’s largest maze complexes, which consists of eight mazes, a model village, a pancake parlour, and a gift shop. Tourist/Visitor Centre       5 Pioneer Crescent, SheffieldPh: 03 6491 1036kvic@kentish.tas.gov.auwww.sheffieldcradleinfo.com.auCasual Parking       Off High St, adj to public toiletsShort Term Parking           Sheffield Recreation Reserve, (96hr), $10pvpnDump Point  Sheffield Recreation Reserve, West Nook RdPotable Water          Sheffield Recreation ReserveHospital        Mersey Community Hosp, Bass Hwy Latrobe, Ph: 03 6426 5111, (25min)Doctors Surgery     48 High St, Ph: 03 6491 1166Pharmacy     57 Main St, Ph: 03 6491 1155Supermarket            59 Main St, Ph: 03 6491 1140; 46 Main St, Ph: 03 6491 1306

This picturesque town is located in the Upper Hunter region of NSW. It’s the closest stepping off point to the Barringtons from Sydney and renowned for its rugged countryside, old shops and facades, instilling visitors with a sense of old-world charm and heritage. Dungog offers visitors an array of entertainment throughout the year, including the Dungog Festival in October, the Dungog Show in November and Pedalfest in September. The Visitors Information Centre is located on the corner of Dowling and Brown streets and can provide travellers with ample information on nearby bushwalking and drive trails. Frank Robinson Park on Stroud Hill Road, offers CMCA members free short term parking on an unpowered site, with potable water and a dump point also available at the showground.To the north of Dungog is Barrington Tops National Park, with its many camping areas and walking tracks, it is a must stop attraction for nature lovers. There’s also a lot to see in the neighbouring towns of Clarence Town, Paterson, Gresford and Vacy.Tourist/Visitor Information CentreCnr Dowling & Brown St, Ph: 02 4992 2212,www.visitdungog.com.au Casual Parking (near retail centre)Railway Stn Car Park, at the eastern end of Brown St is best for longer vehicles. There is on street parking available for other vehicles in the main st (Dowling St) and adjacent sts.Short Term ParkingFrank Robinson Park Rest Area, unlimited stay, nil charge, toilets, pets on leadDump PointDungog Showground, off Abelard StPotable WaterDungog Showground adj to Dump PointHospitalHospital Hill Rd, Ph: 02 4995 7000Doctors Surgery245 Dowling St, Ph: 02 4992 1739Dentist197 Dowling St, Ph: 02 4992 3366PharmacyAmcal, 178 Dowling St, Ph: 02 4992 3095SupermarketIGA, Dowling St, Ph: 02 4992 1988

Chinchilla is located approximately 300 kilometres north-west of Brisbane along the Warrego Highway. The town was established in 1878, and while a number of industries prosper in the area, Chinchilla is perhaps most famous for its melon production, supplying 25% of Australia’s melons. There’s plenty to see and do, including sporting matches, tours, trivia nights, the big melon weigh-in, a pip spitting competition, cooking shows, melon dash, melon skiing, melon bullseye, melon eating competition, melon smashing (where only the head can be used) and much, much more.Those visiting Chinchilla can find short and long-term parking at Chinchilla Weir, donations are payable to the Visitor Information Centre. A dump point is located at Wondai Road.A number of other delightful and diverse experiences await you in Chinchilla. Nature lovers will enjoy the amazing variety of bird life and unusual flora, and history buffs will find hours of enjoyment discovering the historic landmarks on the various tourist drives available. The Barakula Forest Drive is one such tour, and along the way you will find numerous flora and fauna species (including over 60 wattle species), a mysterious grave, the old stockyards, and peaceful lagoons. Chinchilla is also recognised as one of the largest areas of petrified wood in the world, and fossickers can search for these ancient specimens on several properties in the area. Visit White Gums Gallery, or the Chinchilla Historical Museum with its comprehensive display of farming machinery, the first tickets issued by Qantas, and fashions of yesteryear. Chinchilla is also a stop on The Leichhardt Trail, which explores sites relevant to the life of botanist Friedrich Leichhardt, who disappeared in 1848.Tourist/Visitor Centre       Chinchilla VIC, Warrego Hwy, Chinchilla QLDPh: 07 4679 4491chinchilla.vic@wdrc.qld.gov.auwww.westerndownsqueensland.com.auCasual Parking       Railway Street (railway side) or in Bell Street (northern side) near Helena StreetShort Term Parking and Long-Term Parking                        Chinchilla Weir, donations to VIC. Toilets, Picnic Shelters, Fire Pits, Powered and & Non Powered sites. No Bookings first in best dress. Dump Point  Wondai RdPotable Water          Chinchilla Vistor Centre, VIC. no cost- key required. Hospital        Slessar St, Ph: 07 4662 8888Doctors Surgery     58 Middle St, Ph: 07 4662 7188Dentist           50 Middle St, Ph: 07 4662 8311Pharmacy     Chinchilla Pharmacy, 58 Middle St, Ph: 07 4662 7162; Grath’s Amcal Pharmacy, 32 Middle St, Ph: 07 4662 8588Supermarket            IGA, Heeney St, Ph: 07 4662 7553; Super IGA, Middle St, Ph: 07 4668 9820; Woolworths, crn Bell St & First Ave, Ph: 1300 767 969; Foodworks, crn Glasson St & Windmill Rd, Ph: 1800 356 395