CMCA - RV Friendlies & Events

Featured RV Friendly Events

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.

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NSW

AORC Pooncarie Desert Dash

The 2026 AORC Pooncarie Desert Dash launches the Motorsport Australia Off Road Championship season with a fast, rugged, and fiercely competitive opener set in the remote Wentworth Shire of far‑west New South Wales. Held from 10–12 April 2026, the event sends competitors across harsh desert terrain, sandy creek beds, and wide‑open station country, creating a true test of endurance and machine reliability.

Spectators flock to the small outback township of Pooncarie to witness high‑horsepower off‑road machines tear through the landscape, bringing a festival‑like atmosphere to the region. The combination of challenging terrain, remote beauty, and intense competition has cemented the Desert Dash as one of the AORC’s most anticipated rounds, offering both seasoned teams and rising talents a dramatic stage to showcase their speed and resilience.

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QUEENSLAND

Childers Festival

Event date - from 23 July 2026

Childers Festival is a celebration of the people and heritage of Childers and the only festival that closes the Bruce Highway!

Over four days, on the last weekend in July each year, Childers is transformed into an action-packed entertainment hub, concluding with Sunday's famous market day, which regularly sees nearly 40,000 people flock to the small town for celebrity artists and live music from every genre and decade.

The incredible markets feature a highway filled with over 300 stallholders where you can pick up vintage treasures, sample local produce and admire hand-made gems and local arts and craft. Those young and young at heart will also be mesmerised by dance, culture, street performers and carnival rides.

Experience free and ticked events around Childers including Opera by the Lake, Sugar Mill and Cane Fire tours, historical tours and much more!

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Featured RV Friendly Towns & Destinations

SOUTH AUSTRALIA

Port Lincoln - SA RVFT

Port Lincoln is located on the Eyre Peninsula of South Australia, 650 kilometres west of Adelaide. The beautiful township overlooks Boston Bay, and claims to be the ‘Seafood Capital of Australia’, with local fisheries specialising in tuna, kingfish, abalone, muscles and oyster production. There is an extensive variety of shopping in Port Lincoln, including supermarkets and department stores, as well as art galleries and craft stores.There are two options for RV parking in Port Lincoln; the Axel Stenross Boat Ramp, and the Billy Lights Point Boat Ramp. Both permit parking for up to 3 nights, at $13.50 per vehicle per night, and have toilets, bins and potable water available. A free dump point is located in Windsor Avenue.Port Lincoln is a fantastic base to explore the nearby Coffin National Park and Kellidie Bay Conservation Park. Water sports such as yachting, diving and game fishing are popular activities in the surrounding Spencer Gulf and Great Australian Bite.Tourist/Visitor Centre 3 Adelaide Place, Port LincolnPh 08 8683 3544www.visitportlincoln.net Casual Parking Tasman Tce (on seaside opp Makybe Diva Statue) & Washington St (btwn Adelaide Pl & Lewis St)Short & Long Term Parking Axel Stenross Boat Ramp, (96hrs), tlts, bins, water; or Billy Lights Point Boat Ramp, (3 nts), tlts, bins, water, BBQ. Both sites $13.50 pvpn payable to Port Lincoln VIC or Axel Stenross Maritime MuseumDump Point Windsor Ave, Port Lincoln Potable Water Windsor Ave, Port LincolnHospital Oxford Tce, Port Lincoln, ph 08 8683 2200Doctors Surgery 2 in Liverpool St & 1 in Oxford StDentist 1 in Eyre St, 1 in Park St & 1 in Napoleon St.Pharmacy 2 in Liverpool St & 1 in Oxford StSupermarket Foodland, Woolworths & Coles, all on Liverpool St.

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QUEENSLAND

Barcaldine - QLD RVFT

Barcaldine was one of the first towns in Central Western Queensland to be registered as RV Friendly. When visitors arrive in Barcaldine they are always impressed with how many locals stop and say G'Day. Barcaldine residents are very tourism friendly and have a genuine interest in getting to know more about the people who visit their town. The Visitor Information Centre, in Oak Street and the friendly staff will help with brochures and information to ensure your stay is enjoyable. Many organisations such as the Cultural Centre and Rotary encourage visitors to call in and meet them at their functions and meetings. There is also the Grey Nomad project that aims to get visitors and locals together to work on community projects. Many visitors have expressed a wish to get to know the locals and to give something back to the communities that have welcomed them. A place to visit is the Australian Workers Heritage Centre where a tribute to the history of all Australian working men and women is on display. Set in five acres of beautifully landscaped gardens, it is the perfect spot for a picnic or barbecue. For a meal there are plenty of restaurants and hotels in Barcaldine along with cafes and takeaways. Visit Gay at 'Roses n Things Cafe' for a meal or snack amongst an abundance of roses and pick up that special little gift from the shop.Barcaldine offers visitors to the area, 24 hour parking at Barcaldine Rest Area. For those needing access to potable water and a dump point, Barcaldine Showground offers these facilities.Barcaldine has been referred to as the friendliest town in the west, so be sure to stop in and take advantage of all the town has to offer.Tourist/Visitor Centre Barcaldine Visitor Information Centre149 Oak St, BarcaldinePh: 07 4651 1724tourism@barc.qld.gov.auwww.barcaldinerc.qld.gov.auCasual Parking Oak StShort Term Parking Barcaldine Rest Area, toilets, (24hr). Area with trees behind is now fenced off but overnight parking still allowed in front rest area.Dump Point Barcaldine ShowgroundPotable Water Barcaldine ShowgroundHospital Ash St, Ph: 07 4650 4000Doctors Surgery Ash St, Ph: 07 4651 1598Pharmacy Oak St, Ph: 07 4651 1121Supermarket IGA, Oak St, Ph: 07 4651 2207; O’Donnell’s Friendly Grocery, Ph: 07 4651 2233

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QUEENSLAND

Cloncurry - QLD RVFT

Cloncurry, affectionately known as "The Curry," is an historic outback town in north-west Queensland. Established in 1867 by explorer Ernest Henry following his discovery of copper, Cloncurry has played a pivotal role in Australia's mining history. With a population of 3,167 as of the 2021 census, Cloncurry is celebrated for its strong community spirit, earning the title of Queensland's Friendliest Town twice. Travellers visiting town can spend up to 48 hours at the Coppermine Freedom Camp. There is no cost to stay here, and sites are suitable for vehicles over 11 metres. Guests must be travelling in a self-contained vehicle as no amenities are available. Pets are welcome to stay, as long as they remain on a lead. A dump point is accessible at 57 McIlwraith Street and the Cloncurry Equestrian Centre, while potable water is available at 51 McIlwraith Street.Cloncurry offers a rich outback experience with a mix of history, nature, and local charm. Visitors can explore aviation and medical heritage at John Flynn Place Museum and relax or fish at Chinaman Creek Dam. The Cloncurry Unearthed Museum, historic courthouse, and mining relics offer insights into the town’s past, while annual events like the Cloncurry Show and Stockman’s Challenge bring the community to life.Tourist/Visitor Information CentreCloncurry Unearthed Visitor Information Centre48 McIlwraith St, Cloncurry07 4742 1361 info@cloncurry.qld.gov.auwww.experiencecloncurry.comCasual Parking (near retail centre) Scarr St, Cloncurry. Our town streets are wide with optimal turning room and parking space for large vehicles; all within 1km of the post office, pharmacy, grocery stores and retail shops. Short Term ParkingCoppermine Freedom Camp (Free)Located off Daintree St, CloncurrySuitable for vehicles over 11m, self contained vehicles only, 48hrs max stay, pets allowed on lead, mobile phone service, Dump Point 57 McIlwraith St, Lat: -20.707248, Long: 140.51821 Cloncurry Equestrian Centre lot 1 Hensley drive, Cloncurry. Lat: -20.682094, Long: 140.503227Potable Water 51 McIlwraith St, CloncurryHospital 44 Palmer St (off Musgrave St), Cloncurry Ph: 07 4742 4500Doctors Surgery 27 Ramsay St, Cloncurry Ph: 07 4426 2100Pharmacy 32 Ramsay St, Cloncurry Ph: 07 4742 1454Supermarket 34 Scarr St, Cloncurry Ph: 07 4426 2809 and 5/41 Ramsay St, Cloncurry Ph: 07 4742 1303

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