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CMCA Member Deals: Unpowered Site $15pppn, two nights paid and get the third free with full use of amenities. Self-contained Site: Weekly (7 nights) rates of $60pppw with no amenities.Mount Ive Station is a remote sheep station and tourist destination in the heart of South Australia's Gawler Ranges. Covering approximately 900 square kilometres, the station offers visitors a unique rugged outback experience. Since its establishment in the early 20th century, Mount Ive Station has operated as a working sheep station, and continues to upgrade facilities, infrastructure and tracks for travellers seeking a unique adventure. Mount Ive Station offers CMCA members a special unpowered rate of $15 per person per night, with a "pay for two nights, stay for three" deal, including full access to amenities. Alternatively, a self-contained rate of $60 per person per week is available, although it does not include access to any amenities. A BBQ and bins are provided for use, and pets on a lead are welcome. A basic kiosk and bar are also available for visitors.A highlight of staying at Mount Ive Station is its private access to Lake Gairdner, Australia’s third largest salt lake. Visitors to the station can also explore historic buildings, enjoy scenic views, and tackle the station’s 4×4 tracks, ensuring plenty of activities to keep you entertained throughout your stay.CampingWe have both powered and unpowered camping available at the homestead catering to caravans, campers, swags and tents. Camp gazebo equipped with BBQ, microwave, kettle & toaster. Fire pits available for hire during the appropriate season. Wood is available for purchase or BYO. You cannot collect or cut wood from the station, our neighbours or the national park. Lots of shady trees are around and plenty of space to stretch out. There are also a number of Bush Camps for those who wish to stay out a bit further.Getting to Mount Ive StationMount Ive is located in the Gawler Ranges in South Australia, approximately 200 kilometres west of Port Augusta and 500 kilometres from Adelaide.You can get to Mount Ive Station via a number of different routes. There is an airstrip located right near the homestead. Ensure that you also check the South Australian Outback Roads Report prior to coming out.The station is located in a regional area of the state and so telephone coverage is not available. In an emergency as you get closer, you can contact the station using the UHF repeater/duplex station on channel 7.Please give the station a call if you need help with your planning or have any questions. Staff are always happy to discuss your options and suggest ideas to help you.

Miles is a small town located in the Western Downs region of Queensland, 340 kilometres west of Brisbane and is an ideal stopping place for travellers heading west to the Stockman’s Hall of Fame or north to the Great Barrier Reef. Founded in 1884, the township was formally known as Dogwood Crossing. In 1878 the railway from Brisbane ran into trouble crossing Dogwood Creek and the delay meant that railway workers settled in the area. The township began to develop, dairy farms were established, shops and pubs were built. These new services meant that the town became valued as a supply route to the west. Later it was renamed in honour of local Member for Parliament and Minister for Railways, William Miles.Visitors to Miles can find short and long term parking at Gil Weir Campground, where travellers have the option to stay up to 72 hours.  Miles has a rich historical past which has been preserved for public education and enjoyment. At the eastern end of the town you will find The Miles Historical Village, an accurate recreation of a Queensland country town's main street at the turn of the century. There are more than 20 historic buildings, including a hospital, cafe, bank, post office and bakery. Miles is the centre of a native wildflower region extending north to the Great Divide. Travellers to Miles in September will witness the beauty of the wildflower season, and are urged to stay around for the Beef, Bells and Bottle Tree Festival.Tourist/Visitor Centre       Miles VIC, 141 Murilla St, MilesPh: 07 4627 1492mileshistoricalsoc@bigpond.comwww.mhv.org.au or www.wdrc.qld.gov.auCasual Parking       Corbett Drv (in front of Railway Stn)Short & Long Term Parking        Moraby Park, Dogwood Creek Warrego Highway Miles Toilets (M/F & Disabled), open area not designated sites or power available Miles Showgrounds Hawkins Street Miles P: 0419 028 905 - David Smith (Caretaker) Toilets, powered, unpowered sites, laundry Dogs allowed on lead Powered $24.50 per night Unpowered $17.80 per nightDump Point  Industrial LanePotable Water          Miles Visitor Information Centre 141 Murilla Street Miles 4415 no key (free) Hospital        Colamba St, Ph: 07 4628 5600Doctors Surgery     Pine St, Ph: 07 4627 1388, open 9am - 6pmPharmacy     63 Murilla St, Ph: 07 4627 1552Supermarket            Foodworks, Murilla St, Ph: 07 4627 1178; IGA, Murilla St, Ph: 07 4627 1521

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