RV Friendlies & Events

Yarram is situated in the South Gippsland, and is only 2.5 hours from Melbourne. The town was gazetted in 1893; however, was originally known as ‘Yarram Yarram’ until 1924; the origins of the name are thought to have originated from an Aboriginal phrase meaning ‘plenty of water’. Today, Yarram is still a rural farming town with a population of 2,100 people. Yarram offer RV travellers a wide variety of free services, including 24 hour parking at Tarra River Rec Area, 96 hour parking at White Woman’s Waterhole, and a dump point and potable water which can be found along Buckley Street.Yarram is a wonderful place to visit, especially for RV travellers. The town is in close proximity to Ninety Mile Beach, the spectacular cool rainforest of the Tarra-Bulga National Park, the Strzelecki Ranges and Wilsons Promontory. Tourist/Visitor Centre       Yarram VIC & Art Gallery8 Rodger St, Yarram VICPh: 03 5182 6553 Open 10.00am - 3.00pmCasual Parking       Lawler St (behind Library)Short Term Parking           Tarra River Rest Area, South Gippsland Hwy, 24hr; Port Albert Foreshore, 24hrLong Term Parking            White Woman's Waterhole, Won Wron Woddside Rd, (96hr)Dump Point  Railway AvePotable Water          Railway AveHospital        Yarram District Health Service, 20 Nicol St, Ph: 03 5182 0222Pharmacy     Advantage Pharmacy, 199 commercial Rd, Ph: 03 5182 5005; Neilson's Pharmacy, 247 Commercial Rd, Ph: 03 5182 5042Supermarket            Woolworths, 17 James St, Ph: 1300 767 969; Foodworks, 261 Commercial Rd, Ph: 03 5182 5003

Boonah is located just one hour's drive from Brisbane and a half hour drive from the Gold Coast. The region is known as the Scenic Rim, encompassing vast mountain ranges, rainforests, valleys and peaceful lakes. Boonah is a great place to enjoy some laid back shopping, with an array of galleries featuring talented local artists specialising in painting, photography and sculpture. The Templin Museum showcases the rich farming history of the region with its strong German influence. Parking is available in Walter, Park and Railway Streets, all within walking distance of the shops. While browsing take the opportunity to relax in one of the many cafes. Potable water and a dump point are located at Boonah Showground Caravan Park.The friendly volunteers at the VIC will be only too happy to help you with information. Pick up the brochures for the four themed drive tours, all with their own unique character. The Colourful Characters Trail for history, Inspiration Trail for those who appreciate art, Serenity Trail for the outdoors, and the bird watchers can follow the Feathered Friends Trail. Visit some of the national parks where you can take a day hike or a short stroll to enjoy spectacular views. Sample the local wines at Kooroomba Vineyards, just a short drive town. Boonah is a very friendly country town and the locals are proud of where they live. So, when visiting this area, don't forget to ask a local to find that special place to visit.Tourist/Visitor Centre       Bicentennial Park, 20 Boonah-Fassifern Rd, Boonah QLDPh: 07 5463 2233vic@scenicrim.qld.gov.auwww.scenicrim.qld.gov.auCasual Parking       Walter St, Park St & Railway StShort & Long Term Parking        Boonah Showground Caravan Park, Ph: 07 5463 4080, (96hr); Free overnight parking for self contained vehicles available VIC car park from 4.00pm - 8.00am, (24hr); Kalbar Showground Caravan Park, George St, Ph: 07 5463 7360Dump Point  Boonah Showground Caravan Park, Melbourne StPotable Water          Boonah Showground Caravan Park, Boonah VICHospital        Leonard St, Ph: 07 5463 3300Doctors Surgery     High St, Ph: 07 5463 1200; Leonard St, Ph: 07 5463 2266Dentist           Yeates Ave, Ph: 07 5463 1034Pharmacy     Terry Foote Pharmacy, High St, Ph: 07 5463 1542Supermarket            IGA Supermarket, 58 High St, Ph: 07 5463 1031

The historic Overland Corner Hotel is situated 21 kilometres from Barmera in the Riverland, South Australia (1.5 kilometres off the Goyder Highway on a loop road). The building was originally erected in 1859 as a resting place for drovers passing through, and a stopping place for paddle steamers operating on the Murray River, found 680 metres from the hotel. Today, the hotel is a pub as well as a living museum. The hotel offers free unpowered parking to RV travellers, the stay limit is negotiable and access to toilets is possible when the hotel is open. An additional fee for showers is required, and pets on a lead are welcome. Visitors to the hotel can enjoy the walking trails in surrounding reserves (Overland Corner Reserve and Herons Bend Reserve), see water fowl in their habitats as well as fossils exposed on the river cliffs and old quarry walls. With regular live events, several of the finest locally-brewed beers and wines, and a friendly and comfortable atmosphere, the Historic Overland Corner  Hotel is a ‘must visit’ location for locals and travellers alike.Cost: Nil cost for unpowered sites. $5 for use of showersParking: No time restriction, bins, pets on lead & toilets available when hotel is open.Opening Hours: Thurs – Sun: 11am - 9pm.  Wed: 11am - 4pm. Check website for restaurant opening hours