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The quaint township of Cowell is located on the beautiful Franklin Harbour on the eastern side of the Eyre Peninsular, just 493 kilometres north-west of Adelaide. Franklin Harbour was first sighted in 1802 by Matthew Flinders who mistook the natural harbour for a lagoon. In the early 1840s Governor Gawler investigated the Harbour and named it in honour of Sir John Franklin, the Governor of Tasmania. Coincidentally, Franklin was the midshipman on the exploration when Flinders decided that the ‘lagoon’ was not worth naming. Cowell was surveyed in 1880 and was first established to service the developing farm lands in the mid 1880s. The shallow harbour made it difficult for shipping, but despite this problem professional prawning fleets returned for many years. Today this coastal town has a population of around 800 people, plenty of shopping amenities, tourist attractions, and two hotels. Many tourists are being drawn to Cowell for its abundant blue swimmer crabs and excellent fishing. For those looking to cast a line, there is a secure boat launching facility and a long jetty at the end of the main street. Oyster production is another growing industry attracting tourists from near and far.Cowell offers visitors to the area parking at Cowell Motorhome Park for a cost of $10 per vehicle per night. Stays are limited to 14 days and vehicles must be self-contained vehicles. A dump point and potable water are conveniently located together on Brooks Drive.For those after something a little bit different, Cowell is famous for its jade, particularly the black jade which is extremely rare worldwide. The Cowell Jade Factory is run by the Gemstone Corporation of Australia Ltd and it is best to call ahead to confirm viewing times, however the associated store is open weekly and has a wide range of beautiful jade jewellery. The town is also home to an incredible yesteryear museum located on the highway displaying photographs, memorabilia and furnished rooms from the turn of the century. The museum can be opened on request by contacting the District Council Office next door.Tourist/Visitor Centre       Institute Building, 6 Main St, CowellPh: 08 8629 2588Casual Parking       South Terrace & High St, parking permits up to 4 vehicles within shopping hoursShort & Long Term Parking        Cowell Motorhome Park, $10 pvpn, self-contained vehicles only, (max 14 days)Dump Point  Sportsground, Brooks Drive near North TerracePotable Water          Sportsground, Brooks Drive near North TerraceHospital        South Terrace, Ph: 08 8629 2001Doctors Surgery     South Terrace, Ph: 08 8629 2504Pharmacy     Main St, Ph: 08 8629 2064Supermarket            IGA, Main St, Ph: 08 8629 2125

The shire of Morawa is situated in the North Midlands area of Western Australia, approximately 370 kilometres north of Perth. There are public art displays, an extremely well visited coffee shop and numerous attractions to see and do in town. The historic windmill collection is the only large, public display in Australia and the historic buildings scattered throughout the town tell a tale of times past.Parking is available within the hub of the town on Prater Street, or the Old Lions Park, which is located on Winfield Street, just one kilometre south of the town centre and provides parking at nil cost for 24 hours. There are toilets, bins and potable water available at the Park. For longer stays, the Morawa Caravan Park, which is located on White Avenue, is perfect for big rigs and supplies a dump point at nil cost.Beyond the town boundary, you can take in carpets of wildflowers, the colours of the broad scale agricultural crops and the Koolanooka mine.Tourist/Visitor Centre       Morawa Tourist Information Centre30 Winfield St, Morawa WAPh: 08 9971 1421 Email: mscvisitorcentre@westnet.com.au www.morawa.wa.gov.au Casual Parking       Prater St, Morawa WA, turn off at the IGA / Post Office cnrShort Term Parking           Old Lions Park, Winfield St, Morawa WA, 1km S of town centre, (24hr), tlts, bins, water, nil chargeDump Point  Morawa Caravan Park, 50 White Ave, Morawa WA, suitable for big rigs, large turning circlePotable Water          Old Lions Park, Winfield St, Morawa WA, 1km S of town centreHospital        550 Caulfield St, Morawa WA, Ph: 08 9971 0200Doctors Surgery     4 Caulfield Rd, Morawa WA, Ph: 08 9971 1103Pharmacy     Morawa Pharmacy, 60 Winfield St, Morawa WA, Ph: 08 9971 1732Supermarket            IGA, Winfield St, Morawa WA, Ph: 08 9971 1220

Yarrawonga is the largest township in Victoria’s Moira Shire, located 37.6 kilometres from Cobram and 2.9 kilometres from its twin-city Mulwala, NSW. When the Yarrawonga Weir was opened in 1939 the region quickly became a water sports haven with its wonderful climate and relatively constant water levels year round. Whether you are attracted to the lake, the river or the beach, a visit to the ‘Inland Aquatic Paradise’ of Yarrawonga, will appeal on many levels. Those visiting Yarrawonga can find short-term parking at Yarrawonga West Rest Area, situated along the Murray Valley Hwy. There are no fees to stay here and parking is limited to 24 hours. A dump point and potable water can be found at Yarrawonga Showground, entry via Dunlop Street. With over 6,000 residents, Yarrawonga enjoys all the features of a dynamic regional centre while being surrounded by vast rural lands. Wineries, art and craft galleries, parks and gardens, monthly farmers markets and local retail facilities offer many chances to take the hustle and bustle out of your holiday program. Yarrawonga also has several nightspots to cater for different tastes and ages, including pubs, restaurants and bars. Many of the businesses on the Farm Gate Trail are located in and around Yarrawonga and offer farm tours, taste testing and sales.Tourist/Visitor Centre       Yarrawonga-Mulwala VIC, 1 Irvine Pde, Yarrawonga VICPh: 1800 062 260/03 5744 1989tourism@yarrawongamulwala.com.auwww.yarrawongamulwala.com.au Casual Parking       Gilmore St, opp Showground, Shady AreaShort Term Parking           Yarrawonga West Rest Area, Murray Valley Hwy, (24hr)Long Term Parking            Greenbank Reserve, follow Cullens Rd to Murray RiverDump Point  Yarrawonga Showground, entry via Dunlop St. Potable Water          Yarrawonga Showground, N/E of dump point under a tree near a power boxHospital        33 Piper St, Ph: 03 5743 8111Doctors Surgery     Yarrawonga Medical Clinic, 29 Hume St, Ph: 03 5744 3115; Yarrawonga Denis Medical Group, 10 Woods Rd, Ph: 09 5744 1777Dentist           25 McNally St, Ph: 03 5743 3699; 54B Belmore St, Ph: 03 5744 3945Pharmacy     77-79 Belmore St, Ph: 03 5744 3089; 54 Belmore St, Ph: 03 5744 3035Supermarket            Safeway, Belmore St, Ph: 03 5743 2504; IGA, Belmore St, Ph: 03 5743 2424