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QUEENSLAND

Cardwell Pioneers Tour

The Cardwell Pioneer Tours are currently operating every Monday and Thursday morning from 10am at the Visitor Information and Heritage Centre located in Cardwell. The tour incorporates all the buildings in the historic precinct and takes visitors on a fascinating journey of the area’s colourful history as they move through each building. The tour begins at the old Bush Telegraph building which was the Telegraph and Post Office and explains how Cardwell was founded in 1864 as the first port in North Queensland. Over in the Courthouse visitors can gain an understanding of the old judicial system. Several interesting items are on display including the original straight-jackets used in Tully to restrain the more energetic offenders. The old lock-up building was still in use during the1980s at the Cardwell Police Station. The final building is the old Shire Hall which the community used for a multitude of purposes included balls and other formal social events. The tour concludes on the balcony of the Visitor Information Centre where visitors can enjoy a complementary Devonshire Tea while taking in one of the best views in North Queensland overlooking Hinchinbrook Island, Gould Island and the Family Islands

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NEW SOUTH WALES

Aberdeen Highland Games

Event date - Saturday 4 July 2026

The annual Aberdeen Highland Games takes place on first weekend in July each year and is run in conjunction with the Scottish Australia Heritage Council's Heritage Week.

During the day a number of events take place together with stalls providing food great coffee and Scottish/Celtic displays all of which represent traditional Celtic culture and recreation.

The games are a gathering of pipe bands, Clans, dancers, heavy event participants, to help celebrate the Scottish/Celtic history of the Upper Hunter. There are a number of novelty events for children.

Parking is free attendants will guide you in.

More information available HERE.

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NEW SOUTH WALES

2026 National 1 & 2 Cylinder Rally

The Veteran and Vintage Car Club of Australia (ACT) have selected Temora, NSW for the 2026 National 1 and 2-Cylinder Rally to be held from the 19th April to 25th April 2026.

Temora and surrounding towns have an interesting farming and industrial history with some great museums, historic buildings and other interesting places to visit. The roads are flat which makes it ideal for all 1 and 2 cylinder cars and motor cycles.

The rally will be based at the Temora Air Field Tourist Park which is approximately 3km from the centre of Temora and next door to the Temora Aviation Museum. The rally will start each day from the Temora Air Field Tourist Park where there will also be parking for trailers.

The committee is now seeking expressions of interest for this exciting vehicle rally. This will give you up-to-date information as it comes to hand, and you will then be sent the official entry form once more details become available. To submit your expression of interest, visit our Expression of Interest page.

For information on Accommodation in Temora visit our Accommodation page.

For more information you can contact us via the Contact Us page.

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Featured RV Friendly Towns & Destinations

NEW SOUTH WALES

Moulamein - NSW RVFT

Moulamein is part of the Wakool Shire and is situated on the banks of the Edwards River and Billabong Creek, 70 kilometres from Barham and Swan Hill. Moulamein has a population of around 500 and is the oldest town in the Riverina, with grain being the main produce. It is a popular camping and fishing destination all year round with plenty of waterside camping options.Those travelling to Moulamein can find three short-term parking options available in town; Brougham Street, Carne Street and Morago Street. All parking options are free of charge and have a time limit of 96 hours.Tourist attractions include the historic wharf where paddle steamers used to drop off and pick up supplies, the old courthouse which is now a museum, the Mooloomoon Woolshed which was the first along the river to unload wool bales straight onto paddle steamers, the grain storage facility, art gallery, the Old Bullock Dray and Moulamein Lake is a great venue for water sports. Local events include monthly fishing competitions and an old-world collectables fair, the Moulamein horse races in December, sheep dog trials in September, a bowls tournament over the June long weekend and yabby races and a duathlon during the Easter holidays.Tourist/Visitor Centre Visitor Information Board located at Café on Triangle ParkMorago St, Moulamein NSWCasual Parking Carne St, Morago St & Baratta StShort & Long Term Parking Brougham St, Carne St & Morago St (96hr) no feesDump Point Patterson St off Moulamein Rd, between Tallow St & Sainsberry StPotable Water Patterson St off Moulamein Rd, between Tallow St & Sainsberry StHospital Local ambulance in town 24/7, nearest hospital Swan Hill (70km)Pharmacy Swan HillSupermarket IGA, Morago St, Ph: 03 5887 5008

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NEW SOUTH WALES

Inverell - NSW RVFT

Inverell is located 489 kilometres south-west of Brisbane and 675 kilometres north-west of Sydney. Known as the ‘Sapphire City’, Inverell is popular due to its great country hospitality, beautiful climate, spectacular scenery and wide range of entertaining activities. As part of the Fossickers Way, this thriving rural city offers much for the traveller. The Copeton and Pindari Dams attract visitors for water skiing, speed boat racing, sailing and fishing. Go fossicking or gem mining for sapphires and other gems at several places around the city and take away more than just memories from your stay here.Those visiting the area can find short and long term parking at Inverell Showground, Tingha Rd. Sites will cost $30 per vehicle per night, with six sites available. If the showground is full please call into the Visitor Information Centre to get information on other low-cost options as there are a few to choose from. A dump point is also located at the showground, and potable water can be found at the Visitor Information Centre.Whilst travelling to Inverell, why not stretch your legs in Goonoowigall Bushland Reserve, a unique wilderness area that supports some 120 species of native birds. Explore the marked walking trails and look out for Thunderbolts Rock and the remains of a Chinese settlement. Other highlights include walking back in time at the Inverell Pioneer Village, a re-created colonial village; and the Inverell Transport Museum, with its display of all things wheeled.Tourist/Visitor Information CentreInverell VIC, Campbell St, Inverell NSWPh: 1800 067 626, 02 6728 8161tourism@inverell.nsw.gov.auwww.inverell.com.auCasual Parking (near retail centre)Captain Cook Drv & Campbell St, (adj to river bank); Turnam car park (off Campbell St) or long vehicle parking area off Sweeny St (behind McDonalds)Short & Long Term ParkingInverell Showground, Tingha Rd, $30.00pvpn, six sites avail. If the showground is full please call into the Visitor Information Centre to get information on other low cost options as there are a few to choose from.Dump PointInverell Showground, Tingha RdPotable WaterVIC, Campbell StHospitalSwanbrook Rd, Ph: 02 6721 9500Doctors Surgery46 Evans St, Ph: 02 6722 2855; 69 Otho St, Ph: 02 6722 1999; 77 Otho St, Ph: 02 6722 3377; 4 Ross St, Ph: 02 6721 2763Dentist22 Sweaney St, Ph: 02 6722 3108; 33 Otho St, Ph: 02 6722 3218; 16 Ross St, Ph: 02 6721 0254Pharmacy77 Byron St, Ph: 02 6722 2639; 132-134 Byron St, Ph: 02 6722 3146SupermarketColes, Byron St, Ph: 02 6722 3811; Woolworths, Sweaney St, Ph: 02 6722 4100; Ritchies Supa IGA, Ph: 02 6721 4955

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VICTORIA

Kyabram - VIC RVFT

Kyabram is located between Echuca and Shepparton, in the centre of a rich irrigation district of the Goulburn Valley. It is a substantial rural town, which has proven attractive to large numbers of retirees. Brought to life by one of the state's irrigation projects, the district is a major producer of fruit, agriculture and dairy products. Local industries include a jam, conserve and topping factory, clothing manufacturers and container production. The town takes its name from the Aboriginal word for thick forest, but the native bush these days is largely confined to the magnificent Kyabram Fauna Park.Those visiting Kyabram can find short term parking at Kyabram Mural Picnic Area, Tulloh St. There are no fees to stay here and parking is limited to 24 hours. Visitors can find a dump point and potable water at Kyabram Fauna Park on Lake Road. Set on 55ha, the Kyabram Fauna Park houses extensive wetlands and lakes; whose waterfowl can be viewed from an observation tower and a waterfowl viewing hide. The Park exhibits 600 Australian Native Fauna and has introduced more than 6,000 native trees and plants. Fauna can be viewed in the heated reptile house which features 'Getcha' a salt water crocodile, a magnificent walk-thru aviary, numerous enclosures and a vast open range. Animal species that can be seen include the Parma wallaby, Red, Eastern and Kangaroo Island Kangaroos, Alpine dingoes, Tasmanian devils, Wombats (Forest & Southern Hairy-nosed), Echidnas, Emus, Koalas, and Cape Barren geese. A Koala 'petting' exhibit is currently under construction. The Park is also guardian to a cottage built in 1867 for French adventurer Theodore Hazleman, who sailed the high seas as a cabin boy and survived the American Civil War before coming to Australia.Tourist/Visitor Centre Kyabram Fauna Park, Lake Rd, Kyabram VICPh: 03 5852 2883Email: kyfaupar@mcmedia.com.auwww.kyabramfaunapark.com.au Casual Parking Drum St Reserve, cnr of Drum St & Union StShort & Long Term Parking Kyabram Mural Picnic Area, Tulloh, Drum, Union Sts intersection, free camp, 24hrsDump Point Kyabram Fauna Park, Lake RdPotable Water Kyabram Fauna Park, Lake RdHospital Fenaughty St, Ph: 03 5857 0200Doctors Surgery 98 Fenaughty St, Ph: 03 5852 1888Dentist 88 Allan St, Ph: 03 5852 2553; 80 Fenaughty St, Ph: 03 5852 2978; 80 Union St, Ph: 03 5852 1860Pharmacy 174 Allan St, Ph: 03 5852 1213; 155 Allan St, Ph: 03 5852 1023Supermarket Union St, Ph: 03 5852 2140; Allan St, Ph: 03 5852 2311

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