RV Friendlies & Events



Australia is built for the open road — and RV Friendlies is how we celebrate the towns and places that welcome you with open arms.


The RV Friendly Town™ program recognises councils that go the extra mile for RV travellers, with easy access, safe parking and welcoming facilities. RV Friendly Destinations™ do the same for specific sites within a community — perfect for towns still building their offering.


We also share events happening in these towns, so members can plan their next trip around a local market, festival or rally, not just a place to park.


Together, these programs connect our 60,000+ members with places that genuinely want them there. Because when a town says "RV Friendly," you know you're welcome.


Featured RV Friendly Events

SA Opal Evolution – Stones that Flow with Light
Opal Evolution – Stones that Flow with Light

Dates: 02/10/2026 - 04/10/2026

Opal Evolution is an immersive outback arts and culture festival held in Andamooka, the home of the world's rarest opal. Across three nights the desert landscape comes alive with large-scale light projections, live music, giant puppets, and community parades. By day, visitors can join creative workshops, explore opal mining heritage, and connect with artists, locals, and the unique spirit of this opal-rich town. Blending art, story, and stars under vast desert skies, Opal Evolution offers a once-in-a-lifetime experience in the heart of Outback South Australia.

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QUEENSLAND Sweet Days Hot Nights Festival
Sweet Days Hot Nights Festival

Event date: 28 May 2027

The Sweet Days Hot Nights Festival celebrates the essence of the Burdekin region, renowned as the Sugarcane Capital of Australia, by showcasing its people, produce and culture.

Consisting of two headline events, the Sweet Days Hot Nights Festival starts with the Burdekin Cultural Fair featuring First Fire on Friday night, followed by the Australian Hand Cane Cutting Championships on Saturday at the Home Hill Showgrounds.

The Burdekin Cultural Fair featuring First Fire celebrates the diversity of the Burdekin region bringing together a diverse range of cultures through a variety of culinary delights, interactive activities and captivating entertainment. Don't miss the highlight of the night, the lighting of the first fire of the 2027 sugarcane crushing season. Hear the crackling of the crop burning, smell the sweet essence of the burning sugar and feel the heat of the fire as it tears through the paddock.

The Australian Hand Cane Cutting Championships is the ultimate test of skill and endurance, with competitors swinging their cane knives in hopes to be crowned the Australian Hand Cane Cutting Champion! Spectators will have the opportunity to walk through a paddock of burnt sugarcane, immersing themselves in the dirty, back-breaking work of a by-gone era. This family-friendly event promises great food, live music, captivating entertainment and so much more!


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SA Ceduna Oysterfest
Ceduna Oysterfest

Grab your friends and family and head to the beautiful shores of Murat Bay on Saturday & Sunday, 3–4 October 2026 for the Ceduna Oysterfest — the must-visit free festival on South Australia’s Far West Coast! Gorge on the freshest oysters and seafood, soak up the live music and entertainment, join in fun activities for all ages, and enjoy food, drink and local culture in a stunning seaside setting. Whether you’re a foodie, music lover or adventure seeker, Oysterfest is the perfect way to welcome spring with sun, sea and seaside vibes. See you on the foreshore!

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Featured RV Friendly Towns & Destinations

QUEENSLAND Rosewood - QLD RVFT
Rosewood - QLD RVFT

Sitting 20 kilometres west of Ipswich, Rosewood offers a unique and vibrant township infused with country hospitality, heritage beauty and village charm. With a small population of 2,834, the town’s border is marked by the Bremer River to the south and the decommissioned Marburg Branch railway line to the north.Parking is available at Rosewood Showgrounds, where unpowered sites are offered at a rate of $15 per vehicle per night. To have access to power, a rate of $18 per vehicle per night applies. A maximum stay of 14 days exists, and the rates include access to showers, toilets and water. Conveniently, potable water and a dump point is located at the showgrounds.Explore this quaint little town with visits to the popular Cobb & Co display, Rosewood heritage trail, St Brigid’s Church and the intricate arts and crafts that line the main street. Rosewood is a beautiful town, offering visitors plenty to see and do during a leisurely stroll down its streets.Tourist/Visitor Information CentreIpswich Visitor Information CentreQueens Park, 14 Queen Victoria Parade, IpswichPh: 07 3281 0555www.discoveripswich.com.auCasual Parking (near retail centre)Railway St, Albert St and Matthew StShort & Long Term ParkingRosewood Showgrounds, cnr Railway St & Showground Ln, RosewoodMax 14 consecutive nights, $15pvpn non pwr, $18pvpn pwr, mobile coverage, showers, bins, toilets, water.Dump PointRosewood Showgrounds, cnr Railway St & Showground Ln, RosewoodLat: -27.640203, 152.599264Potable WaterRosewood Showgrounds, cnr Railway St & Showground Ln, RosewoodHospitalNearest hospital is at Ipswich – Ph: 07 3810 1111Doctors SurgeryThe Lockyer Doctors, Shop 5, 40 John St Rosewood – Ph: 07 5468 0100DentistNearest dentist is at Wallon – Ph: 07 3067 7990PharmacyFoote’s Pharmacy, Shop 6 40 John St Rosewood – Ph: 07 5464 1453SupermarketDrakes Supa IGA, John St

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VICTORIA Tatura - VIC RVFT
Tatura - VIC RVFT

Our latest RV Friendly Town is Tatura, Vic! Next to Shepparton, Tatura is the second largest town in municipality of Great Shepparton. With a population of 5000, the town boasts a bustling main street with a diverse range of businesses and services available. RV travellers are well-accommodated with 48-hour parking available at the Douglas Street Car Park. The allocated parking area is accessible via the laneway at 71 Park Street. Parking is only available for people travelling in self-contained vehicles. A dump point and potable water can be located at Tatura Park on Hastie Street. The access code for use of the dump point can be found by visiting http://greatershepparton.com.au/visitors/dump-point. With seven Prisoner of War Camps having operated around Tatura during World War II, the German War Cemetery and one of Australia's most significant war time museums are located here, depicting cultural history through photographs, memorabilia, artefacts, intelligence reports and newspaper articles. The town also host many events throughout the year, with the largest and most prestigious being International Dairy Week – the southern hemisphere’s largest dairy show which is held in January each year.Tourist/Visitor Information Centre        Greater Shepparton Visitor Centre530 Wyndham St, Victoria Park Lake, SheppartonPh: 1800 808 839info@sheppandgv.com.auCasual Parking (near retail centre)       Douglas St, accessed via laneway at 71 Park StShort Term Parking           Douglas St Car park, accessed via laneway at 71 Park StSelf-contained only, 48hrs, nil charge, binsDump Point  Tatura Park, 20 Hastie StThis DP has coded access, please click on the link https://sheppandgv.com.au/stay/rv and use the code listed.Lat: -36.4442, Long: 145.2327Potable Water          Tatura Park, 20 Hastie StHospital        64 Park St, Tatura, Ph: 03 5824 8400Doctors Surgery     4 Thomson St, Tatura Ph: 03 5824 1244Dentist           2 Thomson St, Tatura Ph: 03 5824 1038Pharmacy     Tatura Pharmacy, 151 Hogan St, Tatura Ph: 03 5824 1043Supermarket            Foodworks, 112 Hogan StIGA, 2-4 Walshe St

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QUEENSLAND Theebine Hotel - QLD RVFD
Theebine Hotel - QLD RVFD

The Theebine Hotel is set in the foothills of the Gunalda Ranges, and is located just two hours north of Brisbane. The Theebine Hotel offers a quiet getaway in country surrounds, with delicious meals, live music, and raffles in the beer garden on a Sunday afternoon.The Theebine Hotel is RV friendly, offering travellers the perfect place to rest up for the night. Parking is available for up to 72 hours at no cost; however, patronage of the hotel is always appreciated. Access to showers and power are available for an additional fee, and toilets are available for use.The hotel is open from 10am to 12pm and offers a selection of breakfast, lunch, and dinner options. The hotel itself, is one of the town’s most popular attractions, restored to protect its rich history. Built in 1909, the original building still stands today. The hotel was built to service the train junction opposite, opening up the South Burnett.Cost: Nil charge, but patronage of the hotel is appreciatedParking: 72hrs, pets on lead, mobile coverage, bins, covered seating. Showers and power for a charge. Toilets also available.Opening Hours: 10am - 12 midnight

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