RV Friendlies & Events

Winton, located on the Matilda Highway between Longreach and Cloncurry, is a friendly outback town with a lot to offer the RV traveller. When in town, be sure to visit the Winton Visitor Information Centre, as it offers current local knowledge and has all the brochures you will need to explore the region and discover its history. Winton is often referred to as the ‘Dinosaur Capital of Australia’, where you can see dinosaur fossils and the only dinosaur stampede on the planet. The Australian Age of Dinosaurs; located 24 kilometres south-east of Winton, houses the largest collection of Australian dinosaur fossils in the world and the largest preparation facility in the southern hemisphere. The Dinosaur Stampede at Lark Quarry Conservation Park; located 110 kilometres south-west of Winton, has the only recorded dinosaur stampede on the planet with 3,300 stampeding dinosaur tracks, it is Australia’s first national monument to a natural heritage site. Another exciting thing to do in the area is opal mining.Those visiting Winton can find short-term parking at the rear of North Gregory Hotel. Sites are $15 per vehicle per night and parking is limited to 72 hours. A dump point and potable water can be found at Riley Street, dump point (opposite rear of former Waltzing Matilda Centre site).Winton is an outback town full of interesting attractions, and as the day fades away there is nothing as beautiful as the sunset that graces the sky.Tourist/Visitor Centre       Winton Visitor Information Centre73 Elderslie St, Winton QLDPh: 1300 665 115vic@matildacentre.com.auwww.experiencewinton.com.auCasual Parking       Riley St, opp rear of former Waltzing Matilda Centre siteShort Term Parking           Rear of North Gregory Hotel, (72hr), $15 per nightLong Term Parking            Long Waterhole & North Gregory HotelDump Point  Riley Street dump point (opposite rear of fomer Waltzing Matilda Centre site) and Vindex Street dump point at the Eric Lenton Recreational Grounds near the Skate ParkPotable Water          Riley Street dump point (opposite rear of fomer Waltzing Matilda Centre site) and Vindex Street dump point at the Eric Lenton Recreational Grounds near the Skate ParkHospital        Blomfield St, Ph: 07 4657 2700Dentist           34 Oondaroo St, Ph: 07 4657 1263Pharmacy     73 Elderslie St, Ph: 07 4657 1340Supermarket            5 Star, 37 Vindex St, Ph: 07 4657 1254; Parkers 4 Square, 79 Vindex St, Ph: 07 4657 1177; Shoprite, cnr Manuka St & Dagworth St, Ph: 07 4657 1244; Orlando Orchards, Oondaroo St, Ph: 07 4657 1398; Winton Butchers, Crn Oondooroo & Cork St, Ph: 07 4657 1351; Balamara Bakery, 76A Elderslie St, Ph: 07 4657 1242

Biggenden is in the North Burnett Region on the Isis Highway, 339km north-west of Brisbane and 84km west of Maryborough. Biggenden’s wonderful climate offers the opportunity for everyone to be involved in outdoor activities all year round and Paradise Dam, renowned for freshwater fishing, is only 35km from Biggenden’s quaint country town charms.For those looking to explore the local region, short-term parking is available adjacent to Mount Walsh National Park and Mount Woowonga Forestry Area, and self-contained vehicles can also stay at Lakeside Rocky Creek and Chowey Bridge for 48 hours. The Mountain View Caravan Park and Paradise Dam Recreational Area offer long-term parking, with a dump point available adjacent to the caravan park on the Isis Highway.The town has wide streets, incredible rose gardens and is surrounded by picturesque mountain ranges with attractions such as Mount Walsh National Park and Paradise Dam, on the Burnett River.Tourist/Visitor Information Centre Biggenden Arts & Crafts Centre"Biggenden Place" 21 Edward StPh: 0460 503 693Casual ParkingEdward St, immediately opp Railway yard & opp the main shopping centreShort Term Parking  Old Railway Station Site, Edward St Biggenden (negotiable hrs) $10.00 pvpnDump Point   Isis Hwy, adj to caravan park & opp Biggenden MotelPotable Water            Isis Hwy, adj to caravan park & opp Biggenden MotelHospital          Alice St, Ph: 07 4127 1166Doctors Surgery       23 Edward St, Ph: 07 4127 1404Pharmacy       37 Edward St, Ph: 07 4127 1365Supermarket  Foodworks, 33 Edward St, Ph: 07 4127 1435  

Mount Mary is a tiny town in South Australia, situated on the Theil Highway, 24 kilometres from Morgan.This tiny historical village was once a thriving town supported by the railway and the logging industry.Today there are only three remaining residents with the publicans of the Hotel being two of them.The Mount Mary Hotel offers unpowered sites at a cost of $9 per person per night and powered sites at a cost of $28 per vehicle per night for two people. Parking is located in a very quiet position, with shower and toilet facilities available.Enjoy the hospitality of Peter and Tracey Anderson, while viewing the historical memorabilia adorning the Hotel.Cost: Unpwr $9pppn, Pwr $28pvpn for two people, showers & toilets includedParking: No pets