RV Friendlies & Events

Featured RV Friendly Events

QUEENSLAND
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North Queensland Elite Rodeo

Event date: 14 August - 16 August 2026

North Queensland Elite Rodeo is an action-packed weekend event featuring thrilling rodeo performances across Friday night and Saturday, day and night.

The full program showcases the very best in professional rodeo competition, putting the very best rodeo athletes against the best rodeo stock in the country.

Combining world-class competition, live entertainment, and a stunning bush setting, North Queensland Elite Rodeo celebrates community, culture, and country spirit - where the best come to ride and the crowd comes alive.

NEW SOUTH WALES
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History Cruise - Clarence River Ferries

Wed 11 Jun '25 – Wed 06 May '26 (WEEKLY event)

Enjoy an informative history tour while cruising the beautiful Clarence River.

Departing from Yamba and Iluka, the Scenic River cruises to Harwood are approximately a 30-kilometre round trip, approximately four-hour river cruise.

A variety of lunch options are available, along with light refreshments and snacks, and there is a fully licensed bar on board.

Clarence River Ferries was formed in 1986. They operate a daily passenger service between the beautiful coastal towns of Yamba and Iluka on the mouth of the majestic Clarence River

TAS
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Festival of Voices

Date: 14/11/2026

We are the premier singing festival in Australia, and a linchpin in Tasmania’s winter season. Recognised nationally by choirs, musicians and audiences as the leading destination, and most inclusive celebration of vocal excellence. Everyone can participate in Festival of Voices, from curious beginner to seasoned professional.

We bring people together. We bring joy to communities, and we unite people from all over Australia, in the middle of winter, through song, through voice, and through experience.

We are inclusive, diverse, sustainable and accessible. We are for everyone, and we champion our belief that singing is for everyone; from student to professional, from punter to performer, from secret shower soloist to karaoke enthusiast and beyond. 


Featured RV Friendly Towns & Destinations

NEW SOUTH WALES
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Warragamba - NSW RVFT

Warragamba is located on the eastern edge of the Blue Mountains and is a one-and-a-half-hour drive west of Sydney. The name Warragamba comes from the Aboriginal words Warra and Gamba, meaning water running over rocks. This town is home to Warragamba Dam, the source of Sydney’s water supply.For RV travellers passing through this small town, short-term parking is available at the Warragamba Recreation Reserve. There is no cost for parking and access to bins, toilets, barbecue and water is available. Vehicles must be self-contained, pets are allowed but must be kept inside the vehicle or on a lead at all times.Warragamba Dam is the largest concrete dam in Australia and one of the largest domestic water supply dams in the world. The dam grounds are open to the public and offer a visitor centre, Water for Life exhibition, viewing platforms and several visitor facilities.Tourist/Visitor Information CentreWollondilly Shire Council Visitor Information Centre62 Menangle St, PictonPh: 02 4677 8313www.visitwollondilly.com.auCasual Parking (near retail centre)Warragamba Recreation Reserve, Farnsworth AveShort Term ParkingWarragamba Recreation Reserve, Farnsworth Ave48hrs, self-contained vehicles only, nil charge, mobile coverage, bins, toilets, BBQ, water, covered seating. Pets are allowed but must be kept inside the vehicle or on a lead at all times.Dump PointWarragamba Recreation Reserve, Farnsworth Ave-33.89363, 150.60124Potable WaterWarragamba Recreation Reserve, Farnsworth AveHospitalNearest hospital is at Penrith or CamdenDoctors Surgery39 Fourteenth St, Warragamba Ph: 02 4774 0008DentistNearest dentist is at WallaciaPharmacy25B Fourteenth St, Warragamba Ph: 02 4774 1013Supermarket3/2320 Silverdale Rd, Silverdale – Ph: 02 4774 1986
VICTORIA
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Casterton - VIC RVFT

Casterton is located along the Glenelg River in Victoria, approximately 42 kilometres east of the South Australian border. The area surrounding Casterton is picturesque with its rolling hills, and sheep, cattle and dairy farms spread throughout the landscape. Casterton is famous for being the birthplace of the Kelpie, a working dog breed that originated in the early 1870s at the Warrock Homestead. The town celebrates its connection with the Kelpie by holding the Casterton Kelpie Muster each year and has also developed a walking trail that showcases 5 unique sculptures that depict the life and times of the Kelpie.RV travellers can enjoy a leisurely stay at the Ess Lagoon campground on McPherson Street. Up to 1 month stay is allowed, and there is no charge. A dump point and potable water can be found nearby at Island Park Caravan Park.Visitors to Casterton will discover many natural attractions in the area, including Bilstons Tree, a larger river red gum standing 40 metres high, and the ancient granite boulders called ‘Baileys Rocks’ within the Dergholm State Park.Tourist/Visitor Information Centre       3 Racecourse Rd, Casterton VICP: 03 5581 2070www.glenelg.vic.gov.auCasual Parking Murray St East, CastertonShort & Long Term Parking         Ess Lagoon, McPherson St, (max 1 month stay), nil charge, pets on leadDump Point        Island Park C/P, Casterton, adj to the C/P toilet blockPotable Water    Island Park C/P, CastertonHospital    63-69 Russell St, Casterton, ph 03 5554 2555Doctors Surgery         Russell House, 67-69 Russell St, Casterton, ph 03 5554 2655Dentist      TN Halloran, 218 Henty St, Casterton, ph 03 5581 1228Pharmacy Casterton Pharmacy, 93 Henty St, Casterton, ph 03 5581 1703Supermarket     Foodworks, 50 Henty St, Casterton, ph 03 5581 1003
QUEENSLAND
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Gympie - QLD RVFT

The City of Gympie is located on the Bruce Highway 170 kilometres north of Brisbane. Gympie became known as ‘the town that saved Queensland’ with the discovery of gold in 1867. At the time the state of Queensland was struggling with financial hardship due to drought and a fall in wool prices. Within six months over 15,000 people had made their way to the goldfields from which the town of Gympie flourished. The city is a major regional service centre offering travellers most modern conveniences. The city features beautiful historic 19th century Victorian buildings, as well as manicured parks and gardens, an art gallery, and many dining options. Located in Mary Street you will find a variety of bars, cafés, banks and other shopping facilities. Regular markets and other events make the region an attractive place to visit. Annual events include the Gympie Music Muster held the last weekend every August, the Goomeri Pumpkin Festival (May), Tin Can Bay Seafood Festival (September) and RUSH Festival (October), to name only a few.Visitors to Gympie can find short term parking for up to 24 hours at Two Mile Rest Area, Bruce Hwy, which is approximately 5km N of Gympie. A dump point and potable water is also available at this location. For those wishing to stay and explore the region for a little longer, parking  is available for up to 48 hours at Gunalda Campground, Bruce Hwy, which is approximately 20km N of Gympie. Gympie is an excellent base from which to explore the beautiful surrounding coastal areas of Tin Can Bay (famous for its friendly dolphins), Fraser Island, and Rainbow Beach which is famous for its unique rainbow coloured sand cliffs.Tourist/Visitor Information Centre        Destination Gympie Region, Lake Alford, 24 Bruce Hwy, Gympie QLDPh: 1800 444 222Email: tourism.info@gympie.qld.gov.auwww.visitgympieregion.com.auCasual Parking       Long vehicle parking available at: Jaycee Way (3 spaces in public car park); Monkland St (1x4hr space); River Rd (3x4hr space) & Perserverance St (3x4hr space)Short Term Parking           Two Mile Rest Area, Bruce Hwy, approx 5km N of Gympie, (24hr)Long Term Parking            Gunalda Campground, Bruce Hwy, approx 20km N of Gympie, (48hr)Dump Point  Archery Park, Bruce Hwy; Six Mile Creek Rest Area, Bruce HwyPotable Water          Archery Park, Bruce HwySix Mile Creek Rest Area, Bruce HwyHospital        12 Henry St, Ph: 07 5489 8444 (Public)78-82 Channon St (Private)Doctors Surgery     Gympie Central Ph: 07 5483 8874; 12 Reef St, Ph: 07 5482 1555; 68 Channon St, Ph: 07 5482 1555; 21 Exhibition Rd, Ph: 07 5482 5899; 11a Channon St, Ph: 07 5481 1322; 41 Channon St, 07 5482 2311; After Hours Medical Service, 78-82 Channon St, Ph: 07 5483 9191Dentist           208 Mary St, Ph: 07 5482 2688; 116 Mary St, Ph: 07 5482 2188; 90 Channon StPh: 07 5482 7688;12 Henry St, Ph: 07 5482 1444; 33 Excelsior Rd, Ph: 07 5482 5454; 4/31 Exhibition Rd, Ph: 07 5482 2221Pharmacy     Amcal, Ph: 07 5482 1027; Friendly's, Ph: 07 5481 1015; Goldfields Plaza, Ph: 07 5482 9671; Priceline, Ph: 07 5482 4533; Chemist w/house, Ph: 07 5483 9091; Malouf, Ph: 07 5482 1199Supermarket            Centro Gympie, River Rd, Ph: 07 5482 9840; Goldfields Plaza, Monkland St, Ph: 07 5482 6820; Gympie Market Place, Reef St, Ph: 07 5483 9545