RV Friendlies & Events

Devonport is a city located in Northern Tasmania, at the mouth of the Mersey River, and is where you will disembark from the Spirit of Tasmania. For a touch of history, the Maritime Museum & Historical Society features a display of detailed models from the days of sail and the age of steam to the present seagoing passenger ferries. The Don River Railway Museum has the largest collection of steam locomotives and passenger carriages in Tasmania; the trains run daily along the Don River. Built in 1916, Home Hill is a National Trust property containing many interesting and historic mementos of Tasmania’s only Prime Minister, Joseph Lyons. The Tiagarra Aboriginal Cultural Centre portrays the life of tribal Tasmanian Aborigines in dioramas.Those visiting Devonport can find short term parking at Horsehead Creek, Devonport Rd. Sites are available for $10 per vehicle per night with permits obtainable from the Visitor Information Centre. Please note stays are limited to 3 nights.  A dump point can be located just across the road from Horsehead Creek and potable water can be found Atkenhead Point Car Park on Victoria Parade.Devonport is your starting point to explore the friendly state of Tasmania, with plenty of things to do and ample flora and fauna on offer. Close to Devonport is the Tasmanian Arboretum in Eugenana. Although this has some native animals such as platypus, the feature is the 47ha collection of native trees. Also, near Devonport is Braddon's Lookout, offering a view of the coast. Those wanting to take in even more of the scenery can book on one of the sight-seeing flights at Devonport airport. Other great places to visit include the Devonport Regional Gallery and the Pandemonium Discovery & Adventure Centre. The Australian Weaving Mills Factory Outlet is just the place to pick up discounted towels and manchester. Devonport’s Farmer’s Market is held on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month at the Showgrounds. Local produce ranging from fruit and vegetables to jams and relishes are on sale.Tourist/Visitor Centre       Devonport VIC, Paranaple Arts Centre, 145 Rooke St DevonportPh: 03 6420 2900www.visitdevonport.com.au.Casual Parking       Paid parking at Fenton Way, between Best St & Oldaker St Victoria Parade boat ramp parking area. Access is via the northern entrance and is signposted accordingly.Short Term Parking           Horsehead Creek, Devonport Rd, (max 3 nights), permit from VIC by calling 03 6420 2900 with card payment, $10 pn.Dump Point  Devonport Rd - opposite Horse Head CreekLat: -41.199853 Long: 146.355346Potable Water          Atkenhead Point Car Park, Victoria Pde, DevonportLat: -41.166562Long: 146.36491837-49 Mersey Main Rd, SpreytonNear gymnastics clubHospital        Bass Hwy, Latrobe, Ph: 03 6426 5111 (7km E)Doctors Surgery     8 Wenvoe st, Ph: 03 6422 6200Dentist           51 Best Street, Ph: 03 6423 1516; 3 Barker Street, Ph: 03 6424 5486Pharmacy     56-58 Rooke St,Ph: 03 6424 1591; 155 William St, Ph: 03 6424 4233Supermarket            Coles, Best St, Ph: 03 6424 6510; Woolworths, Best St, Ph: 03 6424 8733

Wee Waa is located on the north-western slopes of the New England region in New South Wales and is situated within the Narrabri Shire. The town itself is known as the Cotton Capital of Australia and is the oldest town along the meandering length of the Namoi River.Those visiting Wee Waa can find short-term parking at Wee Waa Showground at a cost of $10.00 per vehicle per night. Potable water is located here, and a dump point is located at Dangar Park.Attractions within the area include Namoi Echo Museum, and it is here you can learn the history of the town through a self-guided tour; CSIRO Australia Telescope (located at Paul Wild Observatory), the largest and most powerful radio telescope in the southern hemisphere; and Yarrie Lake, a three kilometre saucer shaped expanse of water, which is thought to have formed by a falling meteorite.Tourist/Visitor Information CentreNamoi Echo Museum, Rose St, Wee Waa NSWPh: 0427 668 932Explore Narrabri Region Casual Parking (near retail centre)Dangar Park, Kamilaroi Hwy; Ludawici Park, Alma StShort + Long Term ParkingWee Waa Showground $10.00 pvpnPilliga Artesian Bore Baths, (one week) $5Dump PointDangar ParkPotable WaterWee Waa ShowgroundHospitalAlma St, Ph: 02 6795 0400Doctors Surgery29 George St, Ph: 02 6795 1100Pharmacy93 Rose St, Ph: 02 6795 4231SupermarketIGA, Rose St, Ph: 02 6795 4201

Bingara is situated on the Gwydir River, approximately 150 kilometres north of Tamworth. The area was discovered in 1827, immediately attracting graziers, and in 1852 the gold prospectors followed. In the 1880s, copper and diamonds were discovered, and Bingara was the largest producer of diamonds at that time. The Gwydir River Camping Areas (off White & Faithful Sts) offer both short and long-term parking. There is no cost to stay at these sites; however, vehicles must be self-contained, and a maximum stay of 7 days applies. Pets on leads are welcome at the camping areas. Potable water can be found at Cunningham Park (a small fee applies for water), and a dump point is located at the corner of Riddle Street & Bingara Cementery Road. The Gwydir River offers plenty of activities, including fishing, canoeing and river rafting. One of the best ways to experience the area is on horseback with Gwydir River Trail Rides, taking in the pleasure of superb bush trails along the river and high into the ranges. Bingara is a wonderful place to visit, especially for RV travellers.Tourist/Visitor Information CentreRoxy Theatre Building, 74 Maitland StPh: 02 6724 0066bingaratourism@gwydir.nsw.gov.auwww.bingara.com.au Casual Parking (near retail centre)Cunningham St (btwn Maitland & Riddell Sts)Cunningham St (btwn Maitland & Junction Sts)Short & Long Term ParkingGwydir River Camping Area, off White St and off Faithfull St, 7 day maximum stay, self-contained vehicles only, nil charge, pets on leadDump PointNear Cemetery on Riddell StLat: -29.879591, Long: 150.57219Potable WaterCunningham Park, Copeton Dam Rd.   -29.864124, 150.576   Small fee appliesHospitalCopeton Dam Rd, Ph: 02 6728 0100Doctors Surgery94 Maitland St, Ph: 02 6724 1900Pharmacy42 Maitland St, Ph: 02 6724 1400SupermarketIGA,41-45 Maitland St, Ph: 02 6724 1303