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Baralaba is situated on the Dawson River in Central Queensland and is located 160 kilometres south-west of Rockhampton and 667 kilometres north-west of Brisbane. It was once an important coal mining area, but is now a thriving beef/stud cattle, grain and irrigated crop farming district. Baralaba is an Aboriginal word meaning ‘Land of the Blue Mountain’. Mt Ramsay, the large ‘blue mountain’ dominates the skyline around the town. Located 14 kilometres south-east of town, it is a popular hiking spot, with spectacular views of the surrounding districts from the top. There are a number of annual events held in the town, such as the Agricultural Show in May, an annual Art Exhibition and the Baralaba Saratoga Classic Fishing Competition in October. The town is also host to many sporting tournaments. There are water sports on the river, a golf course, tennis courts, a bowling green and a farm stay, where horse riding is available. Visitors are encouraged to join in the activities and can find out what’s happening from notices in shop windows or by asking the locals.Those visiting Baralaba can find short-term parking at Neville Hewitt Weir, and can park for up to 48 hours. Potable water is available here, and a dump point is located on Wooroonah Rd.Everything you need for your stay is available in town, including groceries, a drink or meals at the pub, mechanical repairs and fuel. There is also a newsagency, post office and ATM’s. So, when visiting the Dawson River, be sure to make Baralaba your base.Tourist/Visitor Centre       Landcare & Community Centre, cnr Stopford St & Ashfield St, Baralaba QLDOnly open Wednesdayswww.sandstonewonders.com Casual Parking       Stopford StShort Term Parking           Neville Hewitt Weir, (7days); Baralaba Showgrounds, Wooroonah Rd, 07 4998 1581 $10pvpn poweredDump Point  Wooroonah Rd (near showgrounds)Potable Water          Neville Hewitt WeirHospital        Baralaba Multipurpose Health Service, Stopford St, Ph: 07 4998 2800Doctors Surgery     1 Stopford St, Ph: 07 4998 1233Pharmacy     Moura Pharmacy, Marshall St, Ph: 07 4997 1476, delivers to town twice weekly, (50km); Baralaba hospital has a dispensary for urgent suppliesSupermarket            29 Stopford St, Ph: 07 4998 1351

The riverside town of Bulahdelah is found on the mid-north coast of New South Wales, 235 kilometres north-east of Sydney. The town was named after an aboriginal word meaning ‘the meeting of waters’, due to its location on the Myall River near the junction with the Crawford River. Bulahdelah is the gateway to the Myall Lakes region and is a popular holiday destination with its many national parks and waterways.A range of services are offered in the town including a supermarket, butcher, bakery, hardware store, service stations and mechanical repairs. Visitors will also find several dining options including cafes, bowling club, pubs and take-away stores. RVs are welcome to stay at the Lions Park on the Pacific Highway for up to 72 hours. Pets are allowed on leads, and bins and potable water are available on site. A free dump point is located at the Bulahdelah Showground on Prince Street.Bulahdelah makes an ideal base for exploring Myall Lakes National Park and the coastal towns of Seal Rocks, Hawkes Nest and Forster.Tourist/Visitor Information Centre        Bulahdelah VICCnr Crawford St & Pacific Hwy, BulahdelahP: 02 4997 4981www.greatlakes.org.auCasual Parking       Crawford St btwn Pacific Hwy & Meade St & along Meade StShort & Long Term Parking        Lions Park, Pacific Hwy, (72hrs), bins, pets on lead, payment by way of donation box. Dump Point  Bulahdelah Showground, Prince StPotable Water          Lions Park, Pacific Hwy BulahdelahHospital        Richmond St, Bulahdelah, ph 02 4987 9900Doctors Surgery     Richmond St, Bulahdelah, ph 02 4987 9900Pharmacy     Bulahdelah Pharmacy, Stroud St, Bulahdelah, ph 02 4997 4275Supermarket            IGA, 86 Stroud St, Bulahdelah, ph 02 4997 4230

Tarpeena Sports Ground is located in the town of Tarpeena, in the Limestone Coast region of South Australia, and is situated on the Riddock Highway between Penola and Mount Gambier.For those travelling to Tarpeena, parking is available for self-contained vehicles only at Tarpeena Sports Ground for up to 7 days, with the request that guests leave a donation to Progress Association. Access to bins, toilets, covered seating, barbecue and potable water is available. A dump point is also located on-site. Cost: Donation to Progress Association appreciatedParking: Self-contained vehicles only, 7 days, pets on lead, mobile coverage, bins, toilets, covered seating, BBQ, waterOpening Hours: 7 days