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Geeveston is a small town located in southern Tasmania, approximately 62 kilometres south west of Hobart. Situated in the picturesque Huon Valley, Geeveston is surrounded by rolling hills, lush green valleys and apple orchids. The town has a history of forestry and apple growing, however, tourism is now a major focus for the township.The Geeveston Ex Servicemen & Women’s Club is found approximately one kilometre south of the town centre, on Memorial Drive. With parking available for up to 96 hours, the club makes an ideal camping base while exploring the local area. Fees are set at a low $20 per vehicle per night, with toilets, bins and water available also pets are permitted on leads. The town itself has many creative shops and eateries, and the main street features hand-carved timber sculptures of famous locals. Just outside of Geeveston is the popular Tahune Airwalk, with its treetop walkways and views across the Picton and Huon Rivers.Cost: $20pvpnParking: Toilets, water, bins, 96hrs, pets on lead, mobile serviceOpening Hours: Some meals available, see club for details

Texas is located on the Bruxner Highway, along the banks of the Dumaresq River in southern QLD. The town was originally established on the river flats, but was relocated after several major floods, although remnants of the original township still exist for visitors to explore. The renovated and restored Texas Rabbit Works Factory was officially opened on 13 May 2017, this largely intact example of the struggle to control the rabbit plague and the industry that developed as a result is a must-see on your visit to Texas. An excellent array of artworks is on display at the Texas Regional Art Gallery, and the Heritage Centre and Tobacco Museum house a large collection of local memorabilia. Then there is the beautiful Pecan Park, which contains trees donated in 1988 by the people of Texas, USA (Texas Queensland’s namesake). For fantastic 360 degree views of Texas, take a trip to Goat Rock, which is located within a working sheep property. Campsites and picnic facilities are set in natural bushland surrounded by large granite boulders, and you can participate in everyday farm activities and tours of the property. You’ll never go hungry at Goat Rock, with true country style cooking available at ‘The Shed’.Visitors to Texas can find short and long term parking at Dumaresq River Camping Area, also known as Les (Jingles) Myer Rest Area and there is 14 day time limit to stay here. Both potable water and a dump point are located at the council depot, situated in Flemming Street.Texas is central to a number of interesting attractions in surrounding regions. The town is only one hour drive from Goondiwindi. Limestone Caves and MacIntyre Falls can be found at the nearby town of Ashford, NSW, and a number of national parks are also ideal day trips from Texas.In September each year, Texas comes alive for a week of country music and bush poets with walk-up artists welcome from Monday to Thursday and invited artists performing on the main stage from Friday to Sunday.Tourist/Visitor Centre       Texas VIC, High St, TexasPh: 07 4653 1384 or 0448 762 016https://www.facebook.com/texasqldinc/Casual Parking       Avon St off High St, opposite Memorial Hall, marked with caravan parking signShort Term Parking           Dumaresq River Camping Area, also known as Les (Jingles) Myer Rest Area, (14 days); Goat Rock, unpwr $5.00pppn; Bonshaw Weir, (unlimited)Dump Point  Flemming St, (council depot)Potable Water          Water Fill Station, Flemming St, (council depot) (Fee)Hospital        Mingoola Rd, Ph: 07 4653 3200Doctors Surgery     31 St John St, Ph: 07 4653 1363Pharmacy     28 High St, Ph: 07 4653 1367Supermarket            Foodworks, 62-68 High St, Ph: 07 8651 2506

Eidsvold is located 425 kilometres north-west of Brisbane and 230 kilometres west of Maryborough on the A3, Australia’s Country Way (Burnett Highway). The town was founded in 1848 by European Settlers Thomas and Charles Archer, and the town takes its name from Eidsvoll, a town in Norway where the Constitution of Norway was signed. Archer Homestead, the home of the pioneering settlers, rests on the banks of the Burnett River and remains just as it was over 100 years ago. The Eidsvold Historical Complex is home to a fine collection of historic buildings, including the Knockbreak Homestead, the original Clonave Homestead, and Riverleigh Cottage, which houses memorabilia, including the Eidsvold Soldiers corner, a display of photographs, medals and equipment from the various wars, traditional owners’ artefacts, slates, desks and other school equipment, and a manual telephone exchange.Visitors to Eidsvold can find short-term parking at the RM Williams Centre. Sites are $10.40 per vehicle per night, and this rate includes access to toilets and potable water. The dump point is located on the Corner of Burnett Hwy & Esplanade Street, in Merv Hamilton Park, (next to the pool).Eidsvold is home to the RM Williams Australian Bush Learning Centre which honours this great Australian who lived at ‘Rockybar’ Eidsvold from 1955 to 1972. The Centre showcases the achievements of RM Williams, reflects his passion for bush lore and promotes rural job opportunities through education and skill development. Through this special place, RM Williams’ deep and abiding love of the bush lives on.Tourist/Visitor Centre       RM Williams Australian Bush Learning Centre & Visitor Information, 23767 Gayndah-Monto Rd, Eidsvold QldPh: 1300 696 272admin@northburnett.qld.gov.au.Casual Parking       Moreton St & the Rest Area off the Burnett Hwy on the southern edge of Eidsvold TownshipShort Term Parking           RM Williams Centre, toilets, potable water, no pwr, $10.40 PVPN.Long Term Parking            Tolderodden Conservation Park, permit required, $6.55pppn; Wuruma Dam 2 weeks free camping.Dump Point  Corner Burnett Hwy & Esplanade St in Merv Hamilton Park next to poolPotable Water          RM Williams CentreHospital        Theodore Rd, Ph: 07 4165 7100Doctors Surgery     10 Moreton St, Ph: 07 4165 1288Pharmacy     Moreton St, Ph 07 4165 1444Supermarket            Foodworks, Moreton St, Ph: 07 4165 1207