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Featured RV Friendly Events

WA
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Big Sky Readers and Writers Festival

Set against the sweeping coastline of Western Australia’s Coral Coast, the Big Sky Readers and Writers Festival transforms Geraldton into a vibrant hub of storytelling, creativity and culture each October. Visitors can experience inspiring author talks, engaging panel discussions and interactive workshops while exploring Geraldton’s cafés, foreshore precinct and historic streets. With spring sunshine, ocean views and a welcoming regional atmosphere, the festival offers the perfect excuse for a cultural getaway. Pair a weekend of books and ideas with coastal walks, fresh Mid West seafood and day trips to nearby natural attractions — making Big Sky not just a literary event, but a memorable regional escape under WA’s wide open skies.

NEW SOUTH WALES
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Merriwa Springtime Show

Event date: Friday 18 September - Sunday 20 September 2026

 An Agricultural show that fosters agricultural pursuits in the community.

The show strives to showcase agricultural achievement and foster young farmers and judges in the region.

The show holds events for sheep, cattle, horses, poultry, Young Judges and Farmers, horticulture, photography, art, needlework, preserves, and cooking.

This is a family-friendly show that nurtures the community.


VIC
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Heathcote Wine & Food Festival

Head to Heathcote Showgrounds on Saturday 10 – Sunday 11 October 2026 for two days of exquisite wine, delicious local food, live music and good-times vibes in the heart of one of Victoria’s most celebrated wine regions. With tastings from over 40 Heathcote producers, family-friendly fun, lawn games, gourmet food and a true community atmosphere, this festival is a must-visit for wine lovers and foodies alike.


Featured RV Friendly Towns & Destinations

NEW SOUTH WALES
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Coutts Crossing Tavern - NSW RVFD

Coutts Crossing Tavern offers delicious meals, cold beverages and parking for RV travellers passing through the area. Coutts Crossing is in the Clarence Valley region and approximately 18 kilometres south-west of Grafton. The tavern offers parking for up to 72 hours free of charge. Access to toilets is available and there is water and a barbecue on-site. The small town of Coutts Crossing boasts the tavern, a general store, community hall and church. Over the last twenty-five years, several sporting and community services have been established in the area, including tennis and squash courts as well as football and croquet grounds and a nine- hole golf course. Cost: Nil charge Parking: Tar sealed drive though, continue to northern side of tavern, 72hrs, pets on lead, bins, toilets, BBQ, water, covered seating. Opening Hours: Tavern open 7 days 10am - 10pm
SOUTH AUSTRALIA
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Wudinna - RVFT SA

Wudinna is a small town of 600 people, located approximately 260km west of Port Augusta, SA. It is a wheatbelt town dominated by grain silos and was recently awarded 2024 Agricultural Town of the Year. Wudinna is especially appealing to travellers due to its proximity to the Gawlers Ranges National Park. RV travellers wishing to explore the region can base themselves at Wudinna RV Park, along Naylor Terrace. The cost to stay is $10 per vehicle per night for an unpowered site and $20 per vehicle per night for a powered site. The length of stay is negotiable and access to showers, toilets, bins, covered seating and water is included. A dump point is also accessible at the site.  There is plenty to see in Wudinna and the surrounding region including the granite sculpture which is located next to the Gawler Ranges Visitor Information Centre. The sculpture was designed and sculpted by Marijan Bekic as a symbolic representation of all Australian farmers. Visitors can also take a short drive to Mount Wudinna and Turtle Rock and Mount Wudinna Gawler Ranges National Park, or travel along the Mount Wudinna Touring Route to view interesting granite outcrops.Tourist/Visitor Information Centre       Wudinna & Districts Telecentre44 Eyre Hwy, WudinnaPh: 08 8680 2969www.wudinnatelecentre.com.auCasual Parking (near retail centre)      46 Ballantyne StShort & Long Term Parking       Wudinna RV ParkNaylor TerraceNegotiable stay limit, $10 unpowered, $20 powered, pets on lead, showers, bins, toilets, covered seating, waterDump Point Wudinna RV Park, Naylor TerraceLat: -33.04736  Long: 135.46582Potable Water        Wudinna RV Park, Naylor TerraceHospital       16-24 Richards Ave, WudinnaPh: 08 8680 2519Doctors Surgery    8 Richards Ave, WudinnaPh: 08 8680 2005Dentist         8 Richards Ave, WudinnaPh: 08 8680 2255Pharmacy    62 Ballantyne St, WudinnaPh: 08 8680 2038Supermarket          49 Ballantyne StPh: 08 8680 2004
QUEENSLAND
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Bajool Country Hotel - QLD RVFD

Bajool Country Hotel is a friendly pub in a small town within the Rockhampton Region of Queensland. Situated on the Bruce Highway, approximately 583 kilometres north-west of Brisbane, visitors can use this as a base while exploring nearby attractions such as Mount Archer National Park and the Capricorn Caves. Gladstone and Rockhampton are both within an hours’ drive also.The owners of Bajool Hotel welcome self-contained RV travellers to stop in for a few days and enjoy their country hospitality. Guests can stay free of charge , with showers, toilets, and bins available. Pets are permitted on leads.The hotel sells counter meals daily, and has a good range of beer and wine available for purchase. Live music, raffles and other regular activities entertain grey nomads and locals alike; visitors are sure to enjoy the relaxed and fun atmosphere of the Bajool Country Hotel.Cost: A security deposit will be required before entering and will be returned within business hours if applicableParking: Self-contained vehicles only, 72hrs, pets on lead, binsOpening Hours: Hotel – 3pm till late, Monday - Saturday. counter meals avail 6pm – 8.30pm. Lunch menu also available