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Penola is 388 kilometres south-east of Adelaide in one of South Australia’s most productive wine growing regions. Heritage listed buildings line the wide streets containing many restaurants, cafes, unique shops and galleries. Penola is a fantastic base to explore the quality vineyards of the Coonawarra area, and the beautiful beaches nearby. The town is steeped in history and was once home to Mary Mackillop, the first Australian to gain Roman Catholic Sainthood. Visitors can take the self-guided ‘Walk with History’ tour, and download the talking app, which takes in many of the state heritage-listed buildings and cottages of the township. The John Riddoch Centre functions as the Visitor Information Centre, John Shaw Neilson gallery, local history display and council offices.Short-term parking is available at the CMCA RV Park for self-contained vehicles up to 11 metres. A low cost of $3 per person per night for CMCA members. Covered members area, bins and barbecues are provided, and pets on leads are permitted. A free dump point can also be found at McCorquindale Park, off Cameron Street, and potable water is available at Portland Street in front of the council depot.Penola is a wonderful place to visit, especially for RV travellers. Tourist/Visitor Centre       27 Arthur St, Penola SAPh: 08 8737 2855www.wattlerange.sa.gov.auCasual Parking       Parking avail in main & side streets, 2hr limit. IGA also has large car park.Short Term Parking           CMCA RV Park, Eastern end of John St. Grey water dump point. Five night maximum stay in any 21 day period. $3.00 per site per night and an additional fee of $2.00 per person per night (members), $15pvpn for non-members.Dump Point  McCorquindale Park (Showgrounds), Side of Rymill Hall off Cameron StPotable Water          Portland St, Penola, front of Council DepotHospital        Penola War Memorial Hospital, 18 Church St, Penola, Ph: 08 8737 2311Doctors Surgery     Penola Medical Clinic, 18 Church St, Penola, Ph: 08 8737 2218Pharmacy     Williams MG Pharmacy, 38 Church St, Penola, Ph: 08 8737 2273Supermarket            Penola IGA Fresh, 23 Church St, Penola, Ph: 08 8737 2205

Situated 138 kilometres south-east of Perth, Brookton is a typical small wheatbelt town. With a population of only 576 (according to the 2006 census), the town today is a key agricultural centre for a rich mixed farming industry. The town also offers food, shopping and accommodation facilities for those looking for a place to stop and refuel.The Lions Park welcomes self-contained vehicles to park overnight at no charge. Vehicles must not exceed the 24-hour maximum stay. Pets are permitted on leads and access to bins is available. Potable water and a dump point can be located at the Brookton Caravan Park.Those looking to spend some time exploring all that the region has to offer, will not be disappointed with the array of local tourist attractions available. Visitors can keep busy by visiting the Old Railway Station and Pioneer Park, Nine Acre Rock, Boyagin Rock and Brookton Museum and Heritage Centre.Tourist/Visitor Information CentreBrookton Community Resource Centre89 Robinson Rd, BrooktonPh: 08 9642 1377Casual Parking (near retail centre)Robinson Rd, BrooktonShort Term ParkingLions Park, Brookton HwySelf-contained vehicles only, 24hrs, pets on lead, mobile coverage, binsDump PointBrookton Caravan Park, Brookton Hwy via Stan Wall Memorial entranceLat: -32.369532, Long: 117.002317Potable WaterBrookton Caravan Park, Brookton Hwy via Stan Wall Memorial entranceHospitalNearest hospital is at Pingelly or BeverleyDoctors SurgeryLot 456 Whittington St – Ph: 08 9642 1485DentistNearest dentist is in NarroginPharmacyUnit 2/100 Brookton Hwy, Brookton – Ph: 08 9642 1991Supermarket113 Robinson Rd – Ph: 08 9642 1001

Visit Gulgong and discover a small quaint town steeped in mining history. Nestled in the Mudgee wine region of NSW, this colonial goldmining town offers unique streetscapes with approximately 130 National Trust-listed heritage buildings for visitors to admire. For RV travellers passing through Gulgong or looking to explore the surrounding area, parking is available at Gulgong Showground for up to two weeks. Unpowered and powered sites are available for a rate of $20 (can choose whether to access power or not). The rate includes access to showers, toilets, bins, barbecues and water, and pets on leads are permitted. A free dump point is located at 17 Saleyards Lane. The town celebrates Australian writer and bush poet Henry Lawson with their establishment of the Henry Lawson Centre and the annual Henry Lawson Festival. There’s also plenty to see and do in the surrounding region. Visitors are encouraged to sample wines at one of the many acclaimed wineries and explore the magnificent Goulburn River National Park. Tourist/Visitor Information CentreGulgong Visitor Information CentreCnr Medley & Mayne Sts, GulgongPh: 02 6374 1204www.visitmudgeeregion.com.auCasual Parking (near retail centre)Goolma Rd, Tallawang Rd and Medley St.Short & Long Term ParkingGulgong Showground, Guntawang St7 night max stay, $20pvpn, pets on lead, showers, bins, toilets, BBQ and water. Dump PointCouncil Depot, Saleyards LaneLat: -32.35813     Long: 149.54595Potable WaterGulgong Showground, Guntawang StHospital34 Goolma Rd, Gulgong, Ph: 02 6374 1200Doctors Surgery102 Herbert St, Gulgong, Ph: 02 6374 1104Dentist114 Mayne St, Gulgong, Ph: 02 6374 2428Pharmacy119 Mayne St, Gulgong, Ph: 02 6374 1107Supermarket90-100 Mayne St, Gulgong