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Featured RV Friendly Events

TASMANIA

Festival Of Voices

Friday 28 June 2026 - Sunday 7 July 2026 (Annual)

Festival of Voices celebrates the transformative power of singing that brings people together. Inspired by the age-old tradition of gathering around a fire, this Tasmanian winter event series has become Australia's leading singing celebration. Since the first Festival in 2005, our series of events has become a symbol of warmth and community, drawing 30,000 people during the Festival period. The Big Sing Bonfire, where it all began, remains a vital part of the Festival, symbolising the joy and vitality of singing together. The program includes various music styles, including choral, contemporary, and cabaret, attracting music lovers worldwide. Experience Festival of Voices with opportunities to attend concerts, participate in learning and development sessions, and engage in informal singalongs. It's an immersive blend of entertainment and development, ensuring a well-rounded celebration where all can enjoy a shared passion for singing.

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NEW SOUTH WALES

Gunnedah Bird Sale and Expo

Event Date: Saturday 11 April 2026.

The Gunnedah Bird Sale and Expo have been running for over 20 years and has grown to be the biggest sale in Australia.

The 2019 expo showcased over 4,000 birds, and 175 exhibitors with 26 trade stands selling everything from seed, aviaries, nest boxes, books, medications and many other bird-related products.

A must for the bird enthusiast, the expo offers a hot breakfast and canteen facilities throughout the day at the Gunnedah Showgrounds Basketball Stadium and Griffiths Pavilion.

Please check the website for more details or call the Gunnedah Visitor Information Centre.

The Gunnedah Bird Sale and Expo is scheduled for Saturday, 11 April 2026, at the Gunnedah Showground's Basketball Stadium and adjacent Griffith Pavilion in Gunnedah, NSW. Organized by the Namoi Valley Aviculture Club (NVAC), this event is among the largest bird sales on Australia's east coast, attracting exhibitors and enthusiasts from across the country.

Trade Stands: The Griffith Pavilion will host various trade stands offering bird-related products, including seed mixes, aviaries, nest boxes, cages, books, and medications.

Catering: A BBQ breakfast will be available from 7:00 AM, complemented by canteen facilities and a coffee van on-site.

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WESTERN AUSTRALIA

Dowerin Field Days

Event date: 26 - 27 August 2026

The Dowerin Machinery Field Days is one of Western Australia’s largest and longest-running agricultural events, held each August in the Wheatbelt town of Dowerin. It brings together farmers, industry leaders, and the public to explore the latest in farm machinery, technology, and agribusiness. Alongside the big equipment displays, the event features livestock exhibits, demonstrations, lifestyle and leisure stalls, educational displays, and services for rural communities. Attracting thousands of visitors and hundreds of exhibitors, the Field Days are both a major showcase for innovation in agriculture and a community-driven event that supports local projects.

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Featured RV Friendly Towns & Destinations

WESTERN AUSTRALIA

Northam - WA RVFT

Northam is a charming regional town in Western Australia’s Avon Valley, around 90 minutes east of Perth. Nestled along the banks of the Avon River, it blends country tranquility with historic character - home to beautifully preserved heritage buildings, scenic walking trails, and one of Australia’s longest pedestrian suspension bridges.RV travellers visiting Northam will find convenient facilities designed to make their stay comfortable and hassle-free. Short-term parking is available at Northam RV Park located at 55 Mitchell Avenue. This RV park offers a peaceful spot to stay for up to 48 hours free of charge. The site includes bins, potable water, and is pet-friendly (with pets to be kept on a lead). For waste disposal, dump points are available both at Northam RV Park and on Peel Terrace.There’s plenty to see and do around Northam, making it a rewarding stop for travellers exploring Western Australia’s Avon Valley. Take in the town’s heritage charm with a stroll along Fitzgerald Street, where beautifully restored buildings tell stories of the region’s past, or cross the Avon River Suspension Bridge, one of the longest pedestrian bridges in Australia. Adventure seekers can experience breathtaking views from a hot-air balloon ride at sunrise, while nature lovers will enjoy spotting native birdlife along the Avon River Walk Trail. Tourist/Visitor Information Centre Northam Visitor Information Centre2 Grey St, Northam WAPh: 08 9622 2100www.northam.wa.gov.au/visit/Casual Parking (near retail centre) Bernard Park, Minson AveShort Term Parking Northam RV Park, 55 Mitchell Ave48hrs, bins, water, nil charge, pets on leadDump PointNortham RV Park, 55 Mitchell Ave, Lat: -31.65787 Long: 116.66021 andPeel Terrace (opposite Maccas) Lat: -31.64949 Long: 116.67762Potable Water Northam RV Park, 55 Mitchell AveHospital Northam Health Service50 Robinsons StPh: 08 9690 1300Doctors Surgery There are multiple GP practices in NorthamDentist Avon Valley Dental: Duke St, Ph: 08 9622 1245Northam Dental Surgery: Fitzgerald St, Ph: 08 9622 1801Pharmacy Discount Drug Stores: Fitzgerald St, Ph: 08 9622 1521Good Price Pharmacy Warehouse: Fitzgerald St, Ph: 08 96221644Wheatbelt Health Centre Pharmacy: Holtfreter Ave, Ph: 08 9622 7905Supermarket Aldi: Beamish AveColes: Beamish AveWoolworths: Fitzgerald St

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QUEENSLAND

Townsville - QLD RVFT

Townsville is located halfway between Cape York and Brisbane and lies on the shore of Cleveland Bay. Townsville is a paradise for travellers who desire all the amenities of a big city, but also enjoy a relaxed, friendly lifestyle, tropical weather and easy access around the city. Townsville is surrounded by a diversity of environments, with over 100 kilometres of pristine coastline to explore, as well as the Great Barrier Reef, the Mount Spec National Park rainforest and the rugged bushland of Hervey’s Range.Those visiting Townsville have ample short-term parking options, including , Bluewater Park, Balgal Beach and Toomulla, all of which allow parking for up to 48 hours. Several dump points are located within town and potable water can be obtained from numerous locations.A must see is Riverway, a recreational precinct stretching along 11km of magnificent Ross River frontage that offers walking and bike paths, swimming lagoons, an art gallery, sports stadium and a theatre. Spend time outdoors at the freedom camping areas north of the city and be sure to visit the annual CMCA Dam Fine rally, which is held in the first week of July. CMCA members who attend are invited to stay and use the facilities at Dam Park for the week immediately after, coinciding with the highly anticipated Townsville 400 V8 Supercar event.Tourist/Visitor Information CentreFlinders Square, Flinders St Townsville CityPh: 07 4721 3660 or 1800 801 902www.townsvilleholidays.infoCasual Parking (near retail centre)Dean St car park in the CBD & Thuringowa DrShort ParkingBluewater Park (48hr); Toomulla (48hr); Tooth St, Balgal Beach (48hr); please note that no parking is allowed in Justin St, Balgal BeachDump PointRoss Dam, Kelso; Bluewater; Bushy Parker Park in Rollingstone; Balgal at Tooth St; Bohle’s Little Acre Service Stn, 900 Ingham Rd, Bohle; Black River Stadium, 700 Black River RdPotable WaterDam Park, Kelso; Saunders; Bluewater; Balgal; Bushy Parker Park in RollingstoneHospitalTownsville General, 100 Angus Smith Drv, Douglas, Ph: 07 4796 1111; Mater Hospital, 21-37 Fulham Rd, Pimlico, Ph: 07 4727 4444Doctors SurgeryAitkenvale Family Health Centre, 295 Ross River Rd; Aitkenvale, Ph: 07 4725 6060; The Doctors, Warburton St, Belgian Gardens, Ph: 07 4781 1111DentistCasey Dentists, 199 Ross River Rd, Aitkenvale, Ph: 07 4725 3324; 1300Smiles, Ground Floor 105 Denham St, Townsville, Ph: 07 4721 1238PharmacyChemist warehouse, 2/21 Stokes St, Ph: 07 4771 2348SupermarketFoodworks, 4 Highrange Dr Thuringowa Central, Ph: 07 4723 8366, Woolworths Sturt St, Ph: 07 4772 6677, 24 Henry St, Ph: 07 4722 4000, 249 Fulham Rd, Ph: 07 4779 2795

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NEW SOUTH WALES

Batlow - NSW RVFT

Batlow is a small rural town located in the South West Slopes region of New South Wales, on the edge of the Great Dividing Range. The town is well known for its apples and its collective love of Princess Diana – who is said to have paid the town a discrete visit during a royal trip in 1987.RV travellers visiting Batlow can park their vehicles at Batlow Showground. Parking is available for up to 96 hours at no charge and access to showers, toilets and a barbecue is available. Potable water is available on site at the showground; however, the dump point is located at 14 Memorial Drive.Tourists can visit a number of attractions in town including the Orchards, farm gate road stalls, the Sugar Pine Eco walk, as well as a wide range of outdoor activities such as bush walking, cycling and mountain bike riding.Tourist/Visitor Information CentreCoffee and More33 Pioneer Street, BatlowPh: 02 6949 2053www.visitbatlow.com.auCasual Parking (near retail centre)Pioneer St & Memorial Ave, BatlowShort & Long Term ParkingBatlow ShowgroundCnr Memorial Ave & Park St Batlow96hrs, nil charge, pets on lead, mobile coverage, showers, bins, toilets, BBQ, waterDump Point14 Memorial Ave, BatlowLat: -35.51994 Long: 148.15036Potable WaterBatlow Showground, Cnr Memorial Ave & Park StAlso in Pioneer St at a filtered water station.Hospital61 Pioneer St – Ph: 02 6941 4333Doctors Surgery32 Tumbarumba Rd – Ph: 02 6949 1120Pharmacy39 Pioneer St – Ph: 02 6949 1163SupermarketIGA, 21 Selwyn St – Ph: 02 6949 1405

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