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Featured RV Friendly Events

NEW SOUTH WALES

Cobargo Folk Festival

Event date - 27/02/2026 - 1/3/2026

The 2026 Cobargo Folk Festival is a welcoming, family-friendly event featuring a weekend of folk and roots music in the NSW village of Cobargo in the beautiful Bega Valley.

Established in 1996, the Festival has grown to become one of Australia’s best-loved village festivals because of its intimate size, fun and friendly vibe, and its high-quality artistic program.

The Cobargo Folk Festival is a place to reconnect, relax and get creative with family and friends. The Festival offers a warm and authentic experience on the NSW Sapphire Coast, featuring the best of live folk and roots music from Australian and overseas.

The family friendly vibe continues with KidBARGO! our special kids' program and The Crossing Youth Performers' stage.

Come and try the best of Sapphire Coast produce at the festival food village and enjoy local art and craft offerings at the festival market.

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Desert Harmony Festival

Dates 01/08-04/08/2026

Yarntarnpa Kululu-jju Nyinta (Living together as One)

A celebration of culture, community, and creativity in the heart of the Barkly. This year's festival theme, Yarntarnpa Kululu-jju Nyinta, acknowledges the diversity of the people in the Barkly region which continues to enrich the cultural fabric of the community.

Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids) Caters for people who use a wheelchair. Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)

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QLD

Dam Fine Rally - Tropical Coast Wanderers

The Dam Fine Rally (DFR) is a CMCA approved Members only event and runs from 3rd to 7th July 2026.

The DFR is a self contained rally. Sorry, showers are not provided. The site provides a small permanent toilet block and a modern dump point. There are potable water taps throughout the camping area. The DFR is an un-powered event.

The DFR is a five day event, however participants can stay another six days for those who want to attend the Townsville 500 Supercar Race from 10th to 12th July at Reid Park. Alternatively, you may wish to explore the many tourist and cultural attractions of Townsville and surrounds. Or just a stop over on your way to the fantastic Christmas Rally at Mareeba from the 23rd to the 26th of July.

Check out the gallery to give you an indication of the activities and entertainment we offer you.

A Disc Bowles Competition is in the wind. Watch this space.

Live entertainment every night and activities during the day.

The Open Day is on Saturday the 5th of July. Food stalls, coffee and ice cream traders will be on site. Check out the gallery and read about our history.

This year we celebrate 22 Years of Dam Fine Rally.

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Featured RV Friendly Towns & Destinations

VICTORIA

Heyfield - VIC RVFT

Heyfield is located on the Thompson River, 206 kilometres east of Melbourne, within the Wellington Shire Council district. It is seen as a gateway to the Alpine National Park and Victorian High Country. The Alpine National Park stretches from central Gippsland, all the way to the New South Wales Border, where it adjoins Kosciuszko National Park. Heyfield was established in the early 1840s, where an early settler described the district as resembling ‘a field of waving corn’ and it was from this the name Hayfield was coined. The town further developed as a stopping point for prospectors en route to the Gippsland goldfields. Today, Heyfield relies upon dairy, timber and tourism industries for its prosperity. It is the principal source of hardwood in Victoria and is home to one of the largest timber mills in the southern hemisphere.Those visiting Heyfield can field short-term parking at the old Gordon St Reserve, on the corner of Macfarlane & Clark Streets. A donation is required to park here and stays are limited to 48 hours. Visitors also have access to a dump point and potable water at the reserve. Maffra Golf Club & Sale Showground offers visitors extended parking for up to 28 days, at a cost of $15 per vehicle per night.When visiting Heyfield, there is an abundance of water sport activities on offer, including and not limited to, boating, swimming, sailing, skiing and fishing. For land based activities, the town offers an excellent bike trail along the Gippsland Plains Rail Trail, as well as stunning historical buildings such as Victorian Timber Workers Memorial and St Michael's Roman Catholic Church to explore. Tourist/Visitor Centre Wetlands VIC, 1A Macfarlane St, Heyfield VICPh: 03 5148 3404Casual Parking George StShort Term Parking Old Gordon St Reserve, cnr Macfarlane St & Clark St, Donation required and showers $2(48hr)Long Term Parking Maffra Golf Club & Sale Showground, (28 days), $15.00 pvpnDump Point Cnr Macfarlane St & Clark StPotable Water Cnr Macfarlane St & Clark StHospital Heyfield Hospital, 14 Licola Rd, Ph: 03 5139 7979Doctors Surgery Heyfield Medical Centre, 19 Tyson Rd, Ph: 03 5147 2370Dentist 51-53 Temple St, Ph: 03 5148 3450Pharmacy Amcal Pharmacy, 16 George St, Ph: 03 5148 2370Supermarket IGA Supa, 18-22 George St, Ph: 03 5148 2380

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TASMANIA

Mole Creek Hotel - TAS RVFD

Mole Creek Hotel is located in the heart of the village of Mole Creek, set on approximately two acres of gardens and lawns, including a magnificent English magnolia tree planted in 1915 by the Lee family. The lovely creek, which runs through the property, has platypus, trout and eels in residence.The Hotel is located at the foot of the Great Western Tiers and offers a terrific ‘stop’ for travellers moving through what may eventually be termed the ‘NW Tiger Trail’. Unpowered sites are $10 per vehicle per night - no parking permits required. Is the Tiger gone forever? Read the stories, talk to the locals and decide for yourself.Cost: Unpowered site $10pvpnParking: 72hrs, no pets, limited site numbers, contact before arrival to ensure space.

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WESTERN AUSTRALIA

Quairading - WA RVFT

The farming community of Quairading is located less than two hours from Perth and reflects a rural history of 140 years, with a variety of cultural, sporting and social activities on offer. Whilst in town, take some time to view the homes and beautiful gardens that the locals take great pride in. The Shenton Gallery displays paintings by local artists, Margaret and Noel Shenton, and the wood sculpture display in the old railway station exhibits work by the late Ian Wills.Those visiting Quairading can find short-term parking for 1-2 nights directly across from the Caravan Park for $5.50 per night. It is a short distance walk to the local shops with toilet facilities location close by. The Quairading District Heritage Trail, which incorporates the Dangin Town site, is a good place to begin experiencing the town’s history. Another feature is the rabbit proof fence, which crosses the Bruce Rock Road about 10 kilometres from Quairading. The tourist information centre is located within the shire offices in Heal Street, and a tourist stop is located 20 kilometres south of Quairading, on the Corrigin Road. Take in the many scenic drives around the area; marvel at the glow of the salmon gums at dawn and dusk, or take a trip to pink lake, which derives its distinct colour from salt deposits. Tourist/Visitor Centre Shire Administration Centre, within Old Railway Station, Heal St, Quairading WAPh: 08 9645 1001www.quairading.wa.gov.au Casual Parking Heal St; Additional parking available off Parker Street near the new Community Resource CentreThere are bays on Jenaberring road directly across from the local supermarket which accommodate large and long vehicles including trucks, towed caravans and campers and RV vehicles. Short Term Parking + Long Term Parking Overnight stay across from the caravan park maximum 1-2 nights. The fee is $5.50 per night. It is a short walk to the local shops (approximately 5 minutes) with toilet Facilities located nearby. Payment for this area is taken at the local shire office on Jenaberring Road. Dump Point The dump point is located at the layover bay near the BP roadhouse. The pin has been recently updated on google maps to show the exact location of the dump point. There are no access requirents and is open to the general public.Potable WaterPotable water is accessible by the layover bay near the BP roadhouse. The caravan park also has potable water available, however we ask that you contact the park manager on 0438213042 prior to using this source of potable water.Hospital Harris St, Ph: 08 9645 1100Doctors Surgery 19 Harris St, Ph: 08 9645 1210Dentist Bookings through Shire Administration Centre, Jennaberring Rd, Ph: 08 9645 1001Pharmacy 29 Heal St, Ph: 08 9645 1061Supermarket IGA, 13-20 Heal St, Ph: 08 9645 1205

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