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Featured RV Friendly Events

QLD
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St George Show

Date: 3/5/26

Welcome to the St George Show, celebrating over 140 years of our wonderful community event. This year promises to be more spectacular than ever, with an array of exciting activities, exhibitions, and performances that showcase the rich heritage and vibrant spirit of our town. From thrilling carnival rides and games to delicious food stalls offering local delicacies, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

Our talented local artists and craftsmen will be displaying their unique creations, and you'll have the chance to purchase one-of-a-kind souvenirs. Don't miss the livestock shows and agricultural displays that pay homage to our farming roots, as well as our rodeo and spectacular horse events on throughout the day!

Families will love the interactive children's zone, where kids can participate in fun, educational activities and meet friendly farm animals. 

As the sun sets, gather around the main arena for an evening of music and entertainment, culminating in a dazzling fireworks display that will light up the night sky. We are thrilled to have you join us in this grand celebration of community, tradition, and togetherness. Here's to another 140 years of memories and milestones at the St George show!

NEW SOUTH WALES
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Grazing Down the Lachlan

Event date: Saturday 12 September 2026. 

Grazing Down the Lachlan will make a return to Forbes.

This multi-award winning foodie adventure is set alongside the picturesque Lachlan River and celebrates produce native to the Central West NSW region, prepared by local restaurateurs and caterers.

‘Grazers’ are free to wander along the designated corridor of the nine-mile reserve between six stations offering delicious food with a matched beverage.

What makes this dining experience truly unique is the underlying commitment to delivering a no-waste, environmentally responsible event.


SOUTH AUSTRALIA
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Kernewek Lowender Copper Coast Cornish Festival

Event date: 10 - 16 May 2027

One may ponder,  what does Kernewek Lowender mean or what does it represent?

Kernewek Lowender means “Cornish Happiness”.

Cornish Happiness is what the Cornish migrants discovered when they migrated to the towns of Moonta, Kadina & Wallaroo. 

Why do we hold a festival biennially to celebrate this one may ask?  

We celebrate the traditions, culture, and heritage of our Cornish ancestors.

The Kernewek Lowender Copper Coast Cornish Festival is a beloved staple on the events calendar of both Yorke Peninsula and South Australia.

The festival week sees tens of thousands of people gather to celebrate Cornish heritage and traditions, while enjoying the best of the region’s food and beverage, culture, and of course, welcoming hospitality.




Featured RV Friendly Towns & Destinations

WESTERN AUSTRALIA
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Varley Chicken Ranch - WA RVFD

Varley is a small town located between Hyden and Lake King in the Wheatbelt region of Western Australia. The town is named after the nearby Lake Varley and Varley Rock, which were both named by explorer Frank Hahn in 1901. For those visiting the area, parking is available at Varley Chicken Ranch, which is approximately halfway between Wave Rock and Ravensthorpe, and 418 km south-east of Perth. Varley Chicken Ranch allows parking for up to 48 hours, with payment via a donation box on-site. Toilets, covered seating, barbecues and bins are provided, and pets on leads are welcome.There is plenty to see and do in Varley, which makes the ranch the ideal location to base yourself. A comprehensive museum, a recreation centre and a golf course are all located in town, whilst also located close by is the Rabbit Proof Fence and the abandoned gold mining town Hatters Hill. Cost: Donation box on siteParking: 48hrs, covered seaing, bins, toilets, BBQ, pets on lead, dump pointOpening Hours: 7 days
WESTERN AUSTRALIA
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Kulin - WA RVFT

Located in the heart of the Wheatbelt, the vibrant Kulin region offers a fantastic array of visitor experiences and is a convenient stopover for those travelling to Wave Rock, or between Perth and Esperance.Those visiting Kulin can find short-term parking at the southern end of Johnston Street, within Kulin’s Discovery Zone, behind the playground & public toilets. Vehicle access is opposite the Memorial Hall, and stays are limited to 72 hours. A dump point and potable water are available on-site. Kulin is part of the Pathways to Wave Rock Drive Trail. The Pathways to Wave Rock links the shires of Quairading, Bruce Rock, Narembeen, Hyden, Lake Grace, Kulin, Kondinin and Corrigin. From massive granite outcrops to spectacular views, vibrant wildflowers and true county hospitality, this trail offers a range of unique experiences across the region. Famous for the annual October Kulin Bush Races and the Tin Horse Highway, the Kulin region provides an array of unique events, visitor experiences and true rural hospitality.Tourist/Visitor Information CentreKulin Resource Centre38 Johnston St, Kulin WAPh: 08 9880 1021Email: rcmgr@kulin.wa.gov.auwww.kulin.wa.gov.au Casual Parking (near retail centre)S end of Johnston St, next to public playgroundShort Term ParkingS end of Johnston St, between playground & Resource Centre, 48hr Dump PointS end of Johnston St, located at public tltsPotable WaterS end of Johnston St, located at public tltsHospitalKondinin (25km)Doctors Surgery38 Johnston St, Kulin, Ph: 08 9880 1315PharmacyKulin doctor services pharmacy needsSupermarketIGA, High St, Kulin, Ph: 08 9880 1007
QUEENSLAND
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Bedourie - QLD RVFT

Known as the ‘Oasis in the Desert’, Bedourie is the administration centre of the Diamantina Shire, which covers an area of 94,690 square kms. It was settled in the 1880’s as a major watering and rest stop for drovers moving cattle from the north to Birdsville.Those visiting Bedourie can find short-term parking at Bedourie Tourist Park. There is no time limit to stay here, and sites will cost $10 per vehicle per night for unpowered and $15 per vehicle per night for powered. Things to see and do in Bedourie include the magnificent artesian spa and swimming pool, the heritage listed Mud Hut, the Royal Hotel, the cemetery and the outback nine hole golf course. The town itself has many facilities such as restaurants and a tavern, a general store, post office, fuel and auto services, a police station and medical clinic. There is a dump point located 0.5 km along the Boulia Road.Tourist/Visitor Centre       13 Herbert St, Bedourie QLDPh: 1300 794 257tourism@diamantina.qld.gov.auwww.thediamantina.com.auCasual Parking       Herbert Street, Eyre Street, Nappa Street, Timor StreetShort Term Parking           Bedourie Tourist Park (no time limit), Corner Herbert and Nappa Street. Ph: 1300 794 257(unpowered - $20pvpn; powered - $30pvpn)Dump Point  Eyre Developmental Rd (road north to Boulia)Potable Water          Bedourie Tourist Park, Corner Herbert and Nappa Streets; Anzac Park, Herbert StreetDoctors Surgery     Bedourie Clinic, Kepler St, Ph: 07 4746 1226, provides two rural nurses, Ambulance also in clinic groundsSupermarket            Simpson Desert Oasis, Herbert St, Ph: 07 4746 1291