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Featured RV Friendly Events

QUEENSLAND

Cardwell Pioneers Tour

The Cardwell Pioneer Tours are currently operating every Monday and Thursday morning from 10am at the Visitor Information and Heritage Centre located in Cardwell. The tour incorporates all the buildings in the historic precinct and takes visitors on a fascinating journey of the area’s colourful history as they move through each building. The tour begins at the old Bush Telegraph building which was the Telegraph and Post Office and explains how Cardwell was founded in 1864 as the first port in North Queensland. Over in the Courthouse visitors can gain an understanding of the old judicial system. Several interesting items are on display including the original straight-jackets used in Tully to restrain the more energetic offenders. The old lock-up building was still in use during the1980s at the Cardwell Police Station. The final building is the old Shire Hall which the community used for a multitude of purposes included balls and other formal social events. The tour concludes on the balcony of the Visitor Information Centre where visitors can enjoy a complementary Devonshire Tea while taking in one of the best views in North Queensland overlooking Hinchinbrook Island, Gould Island and the Family Islands

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TASMANIA

Salamanca Market

Saturday (Weekly)

8:30 am to 3:00 pm

Salamanca Market showcases over 300 stallholders every Saturday and is an experience not to be missed. It’s the best place to find Tasmanian-designed and handmade products and discover the heart of a creative island. You will meet local artisans, designers, collectors, and producers and discover the story behind the makers that make a visit to Salamanca Market so special. With so much to see, give yourself plenty of time to browse, enjoy the buskers and musicians and soak up the atmosphere. There is delicious market food to enjoy and plenty of tastings and hot coffee to be found as you stroll around. You will find a huge selection of products to explore, including local gins, whisky and wines, preserves and cheeses, organic skincare, Tasmanian timber and ceramics, woolen products and handmade jewelry, clothing and homewares. Salamanca Market is the most visited tourist attraction in Tasmania and is open every Saturday from 8.30 am to 3 pm. The market is centrally located at historic Salamanca Place, nestled against historic Georgian sandstone warehouses. It is home to galleries, restaurants and cafes and is only a short stroll to the city center. Salamanca Market is proudly owned and operated by the City of Hobart.

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NSW

Brewarrina Cup

Date: 16/05/2026

The annual Brewarrina Cup horse races is an outback event not to missed! Whether you’re a seasoned racing fan or a newcomer, the Brewarrina Cup promises a day of fun, excitement, community spirit and outback hospitality.

Held every May, the annual event is a highlight of the local calendar, bringing together racing enthusiasts, families, friends, locals and visitors for a day of thrilling bush racing and entertainment.

Punters are invited to kick the dust off their boots and frock up for Fashions of the Fields, with fantastic prizes up for grabs, or just kick back and witness the speed and grace of magnificent thoroughbreds.

Browse the many accommodation options that may suite your visit and be sure to check in for a meal at one of our food outlets; you wont be disappointed.

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Featured RV Friendly Towns & Destinations

NEW SOUTH WALES

Cootamundra - NSW RVFT

Cootamundra is a thriving, lively shire, set within a natural environment. With wide tree lined streets, many parks and undulating countryside, this town is picturesque all year round. RV travellers visiting the area will find short term free parking is located at Pioneer Park. Here you can stay for up to 96 hours and your pets are more than welcome. A dump point is located at Apex Park, and potable water is also available nearby. As the birthplace of Sir Donald Bradman, there’s plenty to see and explore for cricket fans. Take a stroll along the Cricket Captain’s Walk and admire the bronze sculptures of some of Australia’s Test Cricket Captains. The Bradman’s Birthplace museum is also a must for visitors, offering plenty of information and memorabilia about Australia’s greatest batsman. Tourist/Visitor Information CentreCootamundra Visitors Information & Heritage CentreHovell StPh: 02 6940 2190www.cgra.nsw.gov.auCasual Parking (near retail centre)Hovell St adjacent to the VICShort & long Term ParkingPioneer ParkBack Brawlin RdSelf-contained vehicles only, 96hrs, nil charge, pets on leadDump PointApex Park, Hurley StLat: -34.644783 Long: 148.025138Potable WaterNear the dump point at Apex Park, Hurley StHospitalMackay St – Ph: 02 6942 0444Doctors SurgeryMedical Centre, Mackay St – Ph: 02 6942 0222Dentist91 Wallendoon St – Ph: 02 6942 1700PharmacyAmcal, 218 Parker St – Ph: 02 6942 2850SupermarketWoolworths, Bourke St – Ph: 02 6942 5000

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NEW SOUTH WALES

Mathoura Bowling Club - NSW RVFD

This friendly bowling club offers a maximum 48 hour stay for free as long as you patronise the club and use their bistro and bar facilities. Toilets and showers are available in the club house. They offer unpowered facilities and a dump station. Enter the camping area via Steven Street.The bar is open everday from 11am until late. The dining room is open for lunch daily from 12noon until 2pm. Dinner, Sunday to Wednesday is open from 6pm until 8pm. Dinner, Thursday to Saturday is open from 6pm until 8:30pm.Parking: Parking on site (facilities of club must be used), self containted vehicles only, 48rs, nil cost, pets on lead, WiFi availableOpening Hours: Bar 11.00am - late, Bistro also available

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NEW SOUTH WALES

Bridge Hotel Jingellic - NSW RVFD

The Bridge Hotel is located next to the Murray River at Jingellic, a pretty little town on the New South Wales side of the river. Here, visitors can enjoy good old-fashioned country hospitality at one of Australia’s original country pubs while taking in incredible views of the Murray River and the Snowy Mountains.The Hotel offers RV parking for up to 30 vehicles free of charge, and with ample space available the hotel is also able to accommodate those with big rigs over 11 metres in length. Dinner and lunch are available every day, with six beers available on tap.The Bridge Hotel is a lovely country pub, with a great atmosphere, fantastic meals and beautifully kept camping grounds nestled on the banks of the majestic Murray River. Whilst in the area, canoeing is a treat and Jingellic is the perfect place to go fishing and try to catch a Murray cod. Across the river on the Victorian side are the nearby towns of Walwa and Tintaldra.Address: 3149 River Rd, JingellicCost: Nil chargeParking: Suitable for vehicles over 11m, room for up to 30 vehiclesOpening Hours: Approx 11am - 1pm daily.

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