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Jeparit is situated on the Wimmera River in western Victoria, 370 kilometres from Melbourne. The town services the surrounding agricultural area with wheat, wool, barley and oats. Jeparit is also the birth place of Australia’s longest serving Prime Minister, Sir Robert Menzies, and a town square has been established to commemorate his legacy. Near Jeparit lies the largest freshwater lake in Victoria, Lake Hindmarsh. Four Mile Beach, on the southern shore, is a great spot for fishing, swimming and boating. RV travellers can camp here for a nominal fee, payable to the council. The dump point and potable water are located on Lower Roy Street.While in town, be sure to visit the Wimmera-Mallee Pioneer Museum, one of the best of its type in Australia. The museum contains an extensive historical farming machinery display and several buildings relating to the colonial era. Jeparit has significant wetlands in the area with a diverse bird population. The nearby Birdcage Flora and Fauna Reserve is also well worth visiting.Tourist/Visitor Centre       Hindmarsh Shire Council92 Nelson StreetNhill, VIC 3418P: 03 5391 4429Casual Parking       Roy & Broadway StShort Term Parking           Wimmera Mallee Pioneer Museum, Charles St, Jeparit, (24hrs), pets ok, bins, nil chargeLong Term Parking            Four Mile Beach, Lake Hindmarsh, pets ok, charges apply (payable to Hindmarsh Shire Council)Dump Point  Lower Roy St, JeparitPotable Water          Lower Roy St, JeparitHospital        Charles St, Jeparit, 03 5397 2021Doctors Surgery     2 Charles St, Jeparit, 03 5396 5506Pharmacy     Rainbow Community Pharmacy, 42 Roy St, Jeparit, 03 5397 2025Supermarket            Jeparit Supermarket, 52 Roy St, Jeparit, 03 5397 2036

Koondrook is a picturesque and historic town on the Murray River and is surrounded by the magnificent Redgum trees of the Gunbower State Forest. The town has wide, open, tree-lined streets along with an historic hotel, modern motel, general store and small shopping centre.RV travellers can make use of this town’s excellent facilities including the short-term parking at Koondrook Wetland Reserve. Sites are only available to people travelling in self-contained vehicles for up to 72 hours, and guests are expected to leave a donation for their stay. If you plan to stick around for a little longer, Gunbower State Forest offers parking too. Potable water is accessible at Koondrook Wetland Reserve, and travellers will find the town’s dump point located at 62 Penglase St.The Murray River is accessible via the architecturally awarded wharf, floating pontoon and boat ramp. This part of the Murray rewards anglers with the odd Murray Cod, golden perch, silverfish and catfish. And, if fishing is not your thing, you can enjoy a leisurely stroll along the Redgum Statue River WalkTourist/Visitor Information Centre    Gateway to Gannawarra Visitor Centre90 King St, Cohunawww.thegannawarra.com.au03 5456 2047Casual Parking (near retail centre)    Main St between Station & Maunder StreetsShort Term Parking    Koondrook Wetland Reserve, Cnr Penglase & View Sts72hrs, self-contained vehicles only, water, BBQ, pets on lead, donation requiredLong Term Parking    Gunbower State Forest, Kerang-Koondrood RdDrop toilets, unlimited stay, picnic tables, pets on lead.Dump Point    62 Penglase St, KoondrookLat: -35.63366 Long: 144.124331Potable Water    Koondrook Wetland Reserve, Cnr Penglase & View StsHospital    Nearest hospital in either Cohuna or KerangDoctors Surgery    Nearest doctor in either Cohuna or KerangDentist    Nearest dentist in either Cohuna or KerangPharmacy    Nearest pharmacy in either Cohuna or KerangSupermarket    Koondrook General Store, 87 Main St – Ph: 03 5453 2442

Wee Waa is located on the north-western slopes of the New England region in New South Wales and is situated within the Narrabri Shire. The town itself is known as the Cotton Capital of Australia and is the oldest town along the meandering length of the Namoi River.Those visiting Wee Waa can find short-term parking at Wee Waa Showground at a cost of $10.00 per vehicle per night. Potable water is located here, and a dump point is located at Dangar Park.Attractions within the area include Namoi Echo Museum, and it is here you can learn the history of the town through a self-guided tour; CSIRO Australia Telescope (located at Paul Wild Observatory), the largest and most powerful radio telescope in the southern hemisphere; and Yarrie Lake, a three kilometre saucer shaped expanse of water, which is thought to have formed by a falling meteorite.Tourist/Visitor Information CentreNamoi Echo Museum, Rose St, Wee Waa NSWPh: 0427 668 932Explore Narrabri Region Casual Parking (near retail centre)Dangar Park, Kamilaroi Hwy; Ludawici Park, Alma StShort + Long Term ParkingWee Waa Showground $10.00 pvpnPilliga Artesian Bore Baths, (one week) $5Dump PointDangar ParkPotable WaterWee Waa ShowgroundHospitalAlma St, Ph: 02 6795 0400Doctors Surgery29 George St, Ph: 02 6795 1100Pharmacy93 Rose St, Ph: 02 6795 4231SupermarketIGA, Rose St, Ph: 02 6795 4201