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Merriwa is located in the Upper Hunter Shire, which is situated within in the far west of the Hunter region in New South Wales. It is on the Golden Highway, 273km north west of Sydney and about half way between Newcastle and Dubbo.   The town is an old community with many colonial buildings and churches and Merriwa’s historic connections makes it a great place to explore. Within close proximity of the town, visitors will find mines, horse studs and wineries, as well as historical museums and national parks. For those visiting Merriwa, short term parking can be found at Merriwa Caravan Park with the use of toilets and showers for $17.50 unpowered. Overnight stays are also welcomed for self-contained vehicles behind the RSL Club on Bow Street. Potable water and a dump point are outside the caravan park, which is situated on Blaxland Street.While visiting the region, don’t forget to take a trip to Goulburn River National Park that offers 70,000 hectares of mostly sandstone country along the Goulburn River. The Aboriginal rock art site known as Hands on the Rock in the park is another very popular tourist spot.Tourist/Visitor Centre       Merriwa Visitor Information Centre34-40 Vennacher St, Merriwa NSWPh: 02 6521 7046Casual Parking       Sollys Lane; Vennacher St; Bow StShort Term Parking           Merriwa Caravan Park, Golden Hwy. $17.50 unpowered per night, includes use of toilets, showers and access to laundry facilities (small fee)Merriwa RSL Club, grassy block behind the RSL, nil charge, access via Bow St, toilets available during day, no other facilities availableDump Point  29 Blaxland StPotable Water          29 Blaxland StHospital        McKenzie St, Merriwa, (inpatient services, ambulance transfers to other centres for major operations, 24hr service available or transfers if necessary), Ph: 6532 5000Doctors Surgery     Bettington St or McKenzie St, Ph: 02 6548 2305 or Ph: 02 6532 5013, open Monday to Friday by appointmentPharmacy     Merriwa Pharmacy, Bettington St, Merriwa, Ph: 02 6548 2213Supermarket            Merriwa IGA, Bettington St, Merriwa, Ph: 02 6548 2315

Oatlands is a pretty, historical village dating back to the early 1800s, located approximately 84 kilometres north of Hobart. Over 150 convict-built sandstone buildings remain in the village, many now operating as cafes, art galleries and antique stores. Oatlands reflects an early European village, with its colonial cottages and original court house still standing in Campbell Street, as well as the iconic Callington Mill, built in 1837 and the only operating mill of its type in the southern hemisphere.Lake Dulverton Stop Over is a tranquil location to pull up for a few days. Parking is permitted for up to 72 hours at no charge, and toilets, bins, BBQs and potable water are available. A dump point is located nearby on the corner of William and Wellington Streets.The Oatlands District Historical Society is worth a visit to learn all about the town’s past. It has an interesting historical display that provides a detailed insight into the rich history of the area. There is also a public nine-hole golf course for those who remembered to pack their golf clubs.Tourist/Visitor Centre       Business and Information Centre65 High StreetOatlands, TASPh: 03 6254 1175Casual Parking       Various locations within the CBD, (no designated zones for larger vehicles)Short & Long Term Parking        Lake Dulverton Stop Over, Esplanade Oatlands (Barrack St), (72hr), donations welcome, pets on lead, bins, tlts, BBQ, waterDump Point  4 William St, cnr of Wellington St, OatlandsPotable Water          Lake Dulverton Stop Over, Esplanade Oatlands (Barrack St)Hospital        13 Church St, Oatlands, ph 03 6254 5030Doctors Surgery     13 Church St, Oatlands, ph 03 6254 5155Pharmacy     90 High St, Oatlands, ph 03 6254 1165Supermarket            54 High St, Oatlands, ph 03 6254 1183

Glenreagh is a small town in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, approximately 568 kilometres north-east of Sydney. The village sits at the gateway to the Clarence Valley, and is surrounded by an abundance of flora and fauna, in particular the colourful wildflowers and wattle in late winter and spring.The Glenreagh Public Recreation Ground has unpowered sites available for $15 per vehicle night, or $25 per vehicle per night for a powered site. Stays of up to 50 days are permitted and showers, toilets, bins and water are available on the grounds. Pets on a lead are permitted.Shannon Park offers a lovely spot to enjoy a picnic by the river, with tables and bbqs provided.  If visiting on a Saturday, be sure to drop in at the museum to learn of Glenreagh’s history, and if you’re lucky to be in town on the first Saturday of the month, Glenreagh Markets are a great place to sample the local produce and chat with the locals.Address: Bridge St, GlenreaghCost: $15pvpn unpowered, $25pvpn power (paid to the caretaker)Parking: Showers, toilets, pets on lead, power, water, up to 50 days, camp kitchen, dump point. Opening Hours: 7 days