RV Friendlies & Events

Birdsville is situated between the sands of the Simpson Desert and the gibber plains of Sturt’s Stony Desert. The town is home to the famous Birdsville Hotel and the Birdsville Races, which bring thousands of people to town in September each year. Previously known as Diamantina Crossing, Birdsville was renamed due to the diverse birdlife of the area. In town you can visit the Australian Inland Mission Hospital, the Birdsville Working Museum and the two art galleries. Near town, the attractions include the Simpson Desert, ‘Big Red’- the tallest sand dune of the Simpson, the old Diamantina Crossing and a Burke and Wills campsite. The Simpson Desert National Park is home to many mammals and reptiles and over 180 bird species. After a day’s sightseeing, take a picnic and go swimming at Pelican Point, the billabong near town.Those visiting Birdsville can find short and long term parking at Diamantina River Reserve (Diamantina Development Road).The Birdsville of today is a modern community offering travellers a general store, bakery, restaurants, medical clinic, auto services and a police station.Tourist/Visitor Centre       Wirrari Visitors Centre, Billabong Boulevard, Birdsville QLDPh: 07 4656 3300visitors@diamantina.qld.gov.auwww.diamantina.qld.gov.auCasual Parking       Both sides of Adelaide Street as well as the large vacant block in front of the Wirrarri Visitor Centre bounded by Burt and Adelaide StreetsShort & Long Term Parking        Diamantina River Reserve (Diamantina Development Road).Dump Point  Adelaide St, (W side of town)Diamantina Development Rd, (route to race course)Potable Water          Numerous taps located in front of the Wirrarri Visitor Centre (bounded by Burt and Adelaide Streets) and at the Birdsville Roadhouse (Frew Street) and the Mobil Service Station (Adelaide Street)Hospital        Cnr Adelaide St & Vaughan St, Ph: 07 4656 3245Doctors Surgery     Located at hospital, cnr Adelaide St & Vaughan St, Ph: 07 4656 3245Dentist           Visits every six monthsSupermarket            Birdsville Roadhouse, cnr Frew St & Florence St, Ph: 07 4656 3226

Kurri Kurri is a small town located in the Hunter Valley region of New South Wales, approximately 120km north-west of Sydney. Kurri Kurri is well renowned for its murals, with over 60 displayed throughout the town. These magnificent public artworks tell the story of the people, events and places that shaped the areas unique culture and heritage.Travellers passing through the town can find free accommodation at Kurri Kurri Central Oval, located in Allworth Street. Sites are available for 72 hours. Vehicles must be self-contained; however, bins and water are provided. Pets on a lead are permitted.When visiting Kurri Kurri, experience an array of tourist attractions including a day trip to the surrounding wine region of the Hunter Valley, the Big Kookaburra located in Rotary Park, a visit to the steam railway or watch a movie at the local drive-in cinema. Kurri Kurri is a great place to visit, especially for RV travellers.Tourist/Visitor Information CentreKurri Kurri Visitor Information Centre199 Lang St, Kurri KurriPh: 02 4936 1909www.visitkurrikurri.comCasual Parking (near retail centre)Barton St, southern side of Rotary Park, Kurri KurriShort Term ParkingKurri Kurri Central Oval, Allworth St, between Hopetoun & Coronation StsSelf-contained vehicles only, 72hrs, mobile coverage, bins, water, pets on leadDump PointKurri Kurri Central Oval, Allworth St, between Hopetoun & Coronation StsLat: -32.82313 Long: 151.48172Potable WaterKurri Kurri Central Oval, Allworth St, between Hopetoun & Coronation Sts, near dump point site.Hospital434 Lang St, Kurri Kurri – Ph: 02 4936 3200Doctors Surgery312 Lang St, Kurri Kurri – Ph: 02 4937 1022DentistHappy Tooth, 3 Lang St, Kurri Kurri – Ph: 02 4936 2011PharmacyPriceline Pharmacy, Kingsway Plaza – Ph: 8 Lang St, Kurri Kurri – Ph: 02 4937 1162SupermarketColes, 259 Lang St – Ph: 02 4936 5100Aldi, 106 Barton St – Ph: 13 25 34IGA, 178 Lang St – Ph: 02 4937 2588

Murgon is nestled at the foot of Boat Mountain, in the lush Burnett Valley. Shaped like an upturned boat, the Boat Mountain Conservation Park offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding region.Murgon offers short-term parking at Murgon Free Camp for up to 48 hours. At no cost, the camp offers RV travellers the perfect base with access to toilets, showers, bins and potable water all on-site. A dump point is located nearby along Kreb Street.With so much to see and do within the region, visitors will enjoy every minute of their stay in Murgon. There are numerous award winning wineries nearby offering a wide array of locally crafted wines and dining options. Additionally, Bjelke-Peterson dam offers some of the best inland fishing sites for those of interest, holding an annual fishing competition each year.Tourist/Visitor Information CentreMurgon Visitor Information CentreCBD Lamb St, MurgonPh: 07 4189 9387www.discoversouthburnett.com.auCasual Parking (near retail centre)Lamb St, outside VIC. Additional parking available in Krebs St, MurgonShort Term ParkingMurgon Free Camp, Kreb St Murgon48hrs, nil charge, pets on lead, mobile coverage, showers, bins, toilets, covered seating, BBQ, waterDump PointMurgon Free Camp3 Kreb St, MurgonLat: -26.242186, Long: 151.937557Potable WaterMurgon Free Camp, 3 Kreb St MurgonHospitalCoronation Dr – Ph: 07 4168 1444Doctors Surgery43 Stephens St West, Murgon – Ph: 07 4168 2722Dentist101 Lamb St, Murgon – Ph: 07 4168 1540Pharmacy111 Lamb St, Murgon – Ph: 07 4168 1022SupermarketLamb St, Murgon – Ph: 07 4168 3411