RV Friendlies & Events

Millmerran sits on the Gore Highway between Toowoomba and Goondiwindi, on the border of the Darling Downs and Western Downs regions of Queensland. The traditional owners of the area are the Kambuwal Aboriginal people. The name Millmerran is a derivative of an Aboriginal term for ‘lookout’, as there is high ground in the area that was used for that purpose.The area started out in the 1700s as the vast sheep farm, Yandilla Station. In the late 1800s, land holdings became smaller and primary production changed to mixed farming, with cotton, grains, beef, dairy, poultry and honey production becoming some of the main industries.Many fantastic murals depicting the history of the area are painted on the side of the buildings in town and on the water reservoir. The Millmerran Museum also has extensive displays from the area’s past. The museum is open regularly or can be opened at other times by arrangement.Just out of Millmerran is the All Saints Anglican Church and historic cemetery, a walk through the adjoining cemetery is well worth the stop. South of town, on the Inglewood Road, is Mt Basalt. This unique geological and environmental landmark, featuring rare volcanic formations, offers a variety of walking trails and a lookout with spectacular views.Annual events include the Australia Day celebrations, the Millmerran Show in February/March, fishing competitions, shooting competitions and camp drafts. The Australian Camp Oven Festival is a biennial event held in even numbered years, with activities such as camp oven cooking competitions, country music, apron competition, damper throwing, and billy boiling speed tests.Millmerran offers a fascinating mix of experiences, sights and characters. Come along and experience the spirit of the Darling Downs through the town's unique attractions and festivalsTourist/Visitor Centre       Millmerran VIC, 24 Charlotte St, MillmerranPh: 07 4695 2560millmerraninfo@toowoombaRC.qld.gov.auwww.toowoombaRC.qld.gov.auCasual Parking       Ruttledge St, behind Campbell St CBD;Next to the Anzac Park, bordered by Campbell St and Charlotte StsShort & Long Term Parking           Walpole Park, Walpole St, (72hr), self-contained vehicles, no feesDump Point  Adj to Walpole Park, Millmerran Cecil Plains RdPotable Water          Adj to Walpole Park, Millmerran Cecil Plains RdHospital        50-60 Commens St, Ph: 07 4695 1211Doctors Surgery     45 Campbell St, Ph: 07 4695 1100Pharmacy     43 Campbell St, Ph: 07 4695 1458Supermarket            25 Campbell St, Ph: 07 4695 1260

Jamestown is a picturesque town located in the Mid North region of South Australia, 207km north of Adelaide, and is set in the stunning Southern Flinders Ranges. The town is an innovative, vibrant, rural centre servicing the region and neighbouring towns with retail, commercial, community and sporting facilities. Jamestown has a growing population of 1,407 and can satisfy all travellers’ needs with services such as a hospital, medical centre, pharmacy, library, service station, newsagent, post office, a bakery, two butchers, banks and supermarkets.Those visiting Jamestown can find short-term parking at Robinson Park. Sites are $10.00 per vehicle per night and stays are limited to 96 hours. A permit to stay is obtainable from the Foodland Supermarket, open 7am- 8pm daily. A dump point can be found at 103 Ayr St (near caravan park), and potable water is located at Robinson Park in Vohr Street.  There is so much to see and do in Jamestown, especially for RV travellers and the Jamestown community looks forward to welcoming you to their RV Friendly Town™. Attractions include the recently restored Belalie Art Gallery (contact Voumard Lawyers for keys and current events, Ph 08 8664 1043), and Belalie Creek, a calm location ideal for BBQs, picnics or peaceful walks. The Jamestown Railway National Trust Museum has a railway carriage and other memorabilia, a crop stripper, wool table and other farm equipment, a feature exhibition of Bundaleer Forest, taped reminiscences, photographs and archival items. Town murals adorn buildings in and around Ayr Street, creating a visual history of the town’s development.  Tourist/Visitor Centre       69 - 71 Ayr St, JamestownPh: 08 8664 1818www.nacouncil.sa.gov.auCasual Parking       W end of Ayr StShort & Long Term Parking        Robinson Park, $10.00 pn, permit obtainable from the Foodland Supermarket, open 7am- 8pm daily, (96hr)Dump Point  103 Ayr St (near caravan park)Potable Water          Robinson Park, Vohr StHospital        South Terrace, Ph: 08 8664 1406Doctors Surgery     66 Irvine St, Ph: 08 8664 1078Pharmacy     53 Ayr St, Ph: 08 8664 1032Supermarket            Foodland, Arran St, Ph: 08 8664 0070 (behind Council Chambers); IGA, 58 Ayr St, Ph: 08 8664 1128

Tailem Bend is situated on the cliffs of the Murray River, 99 kilometres east of Adelaide. The town came to be with the arrival of the railway line in 1887, and now thrives on pig farming, dairying and grain growing in the area.The Tailem Bend Football Club is found on Granites Road, and offers sites for $10 per vehicle per night. Please call the caretaker, Brian, to pay your fees and advise your length of stay (this is negotiable). Brian will also provide access to toilets, showers, and a BBQ on request. Potable water is provided, and pets are permitted on leads. During the football season meals are available for purchase on Thursday and Saturday evenings.For a glimpse into the pioneer era, “Old Tailem Town” is a theme park displaying the life of the settlers from 1860 to 1960. Or for those feeling brave, the park also offers nightly Ghost Tours.Cost: $10pvpn. Record of town expenditure is recorded at this site so please feel free to put your receipts etc into the box provided.Parking: Water, pets on leads, access to toilets, shower & BBQ (contact Brian), time limit neg. Keep left on entering towards netball courts, camping area under trees. Meals available Thurs & Sat during football season.Opening Hours: 7 days