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Norseman is a historic goldmining town located at the junction of the Eyre and Coolgardie-Esperance Highways, 726 kilometres east of Perth. The town was named by Lawrence Sinclair in 1894 who, according to legends, discovered part of a gold reef that his horse ‘Norseman’ had pawed up when tethered for the night.The Norseman Recreation Reserve allows parking for up to 72 hours free of charge, with a dump point and potable water located nearby at the Norseman Visitor Centre, situated on Robert Street.There is much to see in and around Norseman, making this town the perfect place to visit. Some attractions include the Dundas Rock, which is 22 kilometres from town and is ideal for bushwalking and picnics. Visitors can also try their hand at fossicking for gemstones in the nearby bushland, with permits and directions available from the visitor centre.Tourist/Visitor Information CentreNorseman Visitor Centre86 Prinsep St, Norseman WAP: 08 9039 0040E: norsevc@bigpond.net.auCasual Parking (near retail centre)Roberts & Talbot St, NorsemanShort Term ParkingNorseman Recreation Reserve, Mildura St, (72hr), nil charge, bins, pets on lead. Water and shower available - tokens to be purchased.Dump PointOld Norseman Visitor Centre, no key required, 68 Robert St(Lat Long: -32.1960, 121.7804)Potable WaterOld Norseman Visitor Centre, 68 Robert StHospitalTalbot St, Norseman, 08 9039 9200Doctors SurgeryNorseman Hospital, Talbot St, Norseman, 08 9039 9235PharmacyNorseman Gold Pharmacy, 83 Robert St, Norseman, 08 9039 0205SupermarketNorseman IGA, 89 Roberts St, Norseman, 08 9039 1032

Armidale is located approximately halfway between Sydney and Brisbane in the Northern Tablelands of NSW. This historic town features cathedrals and stately buildings from the 1860’s and the best way to experience the history is with a 2 ½ hour sightseeing tour on the Armidale Heritage Tour Bus. The town boasts galleries, museums and many shops for you to explore, along with fine food and wine outlets. Armidale is known as the ‘centre of education’ with the University, TAFE and many prestigious schools located in the town. Casual parking is available at the Visitor Information Centre in Marsh St as well as Dumaresq and Taylor Streets. Short and long term is available at Armidale Showground in Kennedy Street for $25 per vehicle per night unpowered and $30 per vehicle per night for power. The showground has showers, bins and potable water and pets are permitted on leads. The dump point is located at Armidale Arboretum in Galloway Street.  While in the area take a scenic drive along the picturesque Waterfall Way and through World Heritage listed national parks.Tourist/Visitor Information CentreArmidale Visitor Information Centre82 Marsh St, Armidale NSW 235002 6770 3888www.armidaletourism.com.auCasual Parking (near retail centre)Armidale Visitor Information Centre, 82 Marsh St; Dumaresq St and Taylor St ArmidaleShort & Long Term ParkingArmidale ShowgroundKennedy St, Armidale$25 pvpn non powered, $30 pvpn powered site2 week stay limit, pets on lead, mobile coverage, showers, bins, water, powerDump PointArmidale Arboretum, Galloway St ArmidaleLat: -30.5209 Long: 151.6463Potable WaterArmidale ShowgroundKennedy St, ArmidaleHospital226 Rusden St, Armidale – 02 6776 9500Doctors SurgeryMarsh St Medical Practice – 02 6772 5022DentistArmidale Dental Centre, Marsh St – 02 6772 9386PharmacyPriceline Pharmacy, Beardy St – 02 6772 3327SupermarketWoolworths, cnr Jessie & Beardy St – 02 6771 8002Coles, cnr Marsh & Dumaresq St – 02 6771 4777

Sorell is located 26 kilometres east of Hobart, 13 kilometres from Cambridge and 30 kilometres from Dunalley, and is at the crossroads of the East Coast Escape and the Convict Trail touring routes. It is a great base for the Southern Beaches Touring Route and the wealth of other nearby country region touring options available to explore. The town was named in 1821 after Lieutenant Governor William Sorell, (Governor of Van Diemen’s Land from 1817-1824) and was known as Tasmania’s most important grain centre. In 1874 Sorell became known as the gateway to the east coast of the Tasman Peninsula and has remained a popular service centre for local farms, light industry and its growing suburbs.Visitors to Sorell can find short-term parking at Pembroke Park Rest Area in Montagu Street. A permit is required and will cost $15 per vehicle per night, or five nights for $30. Permit available from council chambers, 47 Cole Street, between 8am & 5pm Mon–Fri. Alternatively, a permit can be obtained on-site where you can deposit fees and forms into an on-site security box. Pembroke Park provides potable water and an on-site dump point.Attractions within Sorell include bird watching at the Orielton Lagoon Conservation site, which is an internationally recognised habitat for migratory birds. You can also pick your own seasonal stone and berry fruit at the Sorell Fruit Farm where the annual Cherry Blossom Festival is held during September and October, or enjoy some wine tasting at the Orani Vineyard. Local events include the Sorell Markets (every Sunday) and the Dodges Ferry Market (first Sunday of every month from November to April).Tourist/Visitor Information Centre16 Gordon St,Ph: 03 6269 2924Casual Parking (near retail centre)Woolworths Shopping Plaza Cole St, Gordon St in the vicinity of Visitors Information CentreShort Term ParkingPembroke Park, Montagu St, permit fee $15pvpn or 5 nights for $30 avail from Council Chambers between 8:00am and 4.45pm Mon – Fri,a/h there will be a security box for deposit of fees near the dump point. Please ensure all permits are displayed on dash board of vehicle.Dump PointPembroke Park, Montagu St Potable WaterPembroke Park, Montagu St HospitalHobart, 30 mins awayDoctors SurgerySorell Family Practice – Shop 11, 12 Cole Street, Ph: 03 6265 2341Sorell Doctors Surgery – 31 Gordon Street, Ph: 03 6165 1595DentistAllcare Dentist,13/5 Fitzroy St, Ph: 03 6265 2009PharmacyTerry White Chemist – 31 Gordon Street, Ph: 03 6265 1195Chemist Warehouse – 2 Gordon Street Ph: 03 6265 2153Sorell Plaza Pharmacy – 10b 12 Cole Street, Ph: 03 6269 3981SupermarketWoolworths – Cole Street, Ph: 03 6265 1204Coles – 12 Cole Street, Ph: 03 6269 1400