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Featured RV Friendly Events

NEW SOUTH WALES

Hay Pro Rodeo

Event date: Saturday 28 February - Saturday 18 April 2026

It's always a great day/night at the Hay Pro Rodeo. This event brings pro rodeo riders from all over the country, performing for you and competing for the prize, promising an unforgettable evening.

Events include bull riding, saddle bronc, steer riding, bareback, barrel racing, pole buck jump, team roping, steer wrestling, rope and tie, junior barrel, breakaway roping, and junior steer.

e note that there is no BYO policy. However, full catering and bar facilities will be available on the grounds. Additionally, EFTPOS will be available in all areas of the event.

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York Motorcycle Festival

Date: 22/03/2026

The York Motorcycle Festival is a free and family friendly event held at Avon Terrace, York WA. The Festival will be held on Sunday 22nd March. Featuring motorbike stunt shows, live music, Show & Shine, trade displays, market stalls, kids’ activities and the Black Dog charity ride.

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QUEENSLAND

Vision Splendid Outback Film Festival

Event date: 26 June - 5 July 2026

The Vision Splendid Outback Film Festival is Australia’s only Outback film festival and the world’s only festival dedicated to profiling and supporting the Australian film industry. Held in Winton, Queensland, this family-friendly festival offers an immersive experience that caters to diverse audiences, celebrating Australian storytelling against the stunning backdrop of the Outback.

The festival’s dynamic program features themed special events, Breakfast with the Stars, the unique Silent Night Experience, film-student-led Short Film Competition and film location tours. These engaging activities allow visitors to connect deeply with Australian cinema and culture. The festival also plays a vital role in the industry by supporting Queensland and Australian filmmakers, often providing premiere screenings for local productions that face distribution challenges.

Showcasing the best new Australian films alongside a retrospective program, the Vision Splendid Outback Film Festival ensures that authentic Australian stories reach appreciative audiences.

A highlight of the festival is its venue—the historic Royal Theatre, Winton’s open-air theatre. Established in 1918, it is one of only two remaining open-air theatres in Australia, making it a must-visit destination for film lovers and history buffs alike.

Experience the magic of Australian cinema under the Outback stars at the Vision Splendid Outback Film Festival, where stories come to life in the heart of Queensland.

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Featured RV Friendly Towns & Destinations

NEW SOUTH WALES

Bridge Hotel Jingellic - NSW RVFD

The Bridge Hotel is located next to the Murray River at Jingellic, a pretty little town on the New South Wales side of the river. Here, visitors can enjoy good old-fashioned country hospitality at one of Australia’s original country pubs while taking in incredible views of the Murray River and the Snowy Mountains.The Hotel offers RV parking for up to 30 vehicles free of charge, and with ample space available the hotel is also able to accommodate those with big rigs over 11 metres in length. Dinner and lunch are available every day, with six beers available on tap.The Bridge Hotel is a lovely country pub, with a great atmosphere, fantastic meals and beautifully kept camping grounds nestled on the banks of the majestic Murray River. Whilst in the area, canoeing is a treat and Jingellic is the perfect place to go fishing and try to catch a Murray cod. Across the river on the Victorian side are the nearby towns of Walwa and Tintaldra.Address: 3149 River Rd, JingellicCost: Nil chargeParking: Suitable for vehicles over 11m, room for up to 30 vehiclesOpening Hours: Approx 11am - 1pm daily.

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QUEENSLAND

Murgon - QLD RVFT

Murgon is nestled at the foot of Boat Mountain, in the lush Burnett Valley. Shaped like an upturned boat, the Boat Mountain Conservation Park offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding region.Murgon offers short-term parking at Murgon Free Camp for up to 48 hours. At no cost, the camp offers RV travellers the perfect base with access to toilets, showers, bins and potable water all on-site. A dump point is located nearby along Kreb Street.With so much to see and do within the region, visitors will enjoy every minute of their stay in Murgon. There are numerous award winning wineries nearby offering a wide array of locally crafted wines and dining options. Additionally, Bjelke-Peterson dam offers some of the best inland fishing sites for those of interest, holding an annual fishing competition each year.Tourist/Visitor Information CentreMurgon Visitor Information CentreCBD Lamb St, MurgonPh: 07 4189 9387www.discoversouthburnett.com.auCasual Parking (near retail centre)Lamb St, outside VIC. Additional parking available in Krebs St, MurgonShort Term ParkingMurgon Free Camp, Kreb St Murgon48hrs, nil charge, pets on lead, mobile coverage, showers, bins, toilets, covered seating, BBQ, waterDump PointMurgon Free Camp3 Kreb St, MurgonLat: -26.242186, Long: 151.937557Potable WaterMurgon Free Camp, 3 Kreb St MurgonHospitalCoronation Dr – Ph: 07 4168 1444Doctors Surgery43 Stephens St West, Murgon – Ph: 07 4168 2722Dentist101 Lamb St, Murgon – Ph: 07 4168 1540Pharmacy111 Lamb St, Murgon – Ph: 07 4168 1022SupermarketLamb St, Murgon – Ph: 07 4168 3411

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NEW SOUTH WALES

Walgett - NSW RVFT

Walgett is found in outback northern New South Wales, located 691 kilometres north-west of Sydney. The town is known as the gateway to the opal fields, with Lightening Ridge situated just 78 kilometres to the north. The area was made famous in 1928 when the ‘Light of the World’ opal was found in fields nearby, weighing almost half a kilo. Walgett is the Gamilaroi word for ‘the meeting of two rivers’, named for its location at the junction of the Namoi and Barwon Rivers. The rich, fertile soil of Walgett Shire has made the region a successful producer of quality wheat, chickpeas, cotton and beef.The Walgett Primitive Camping Ground, located in Alex Trevallion Park, allows short-term parking up to 48 hours at no cost. A free dump point is located at the camping ground, along with potable water, toilets, bins, covered seating and barbecue facilities. Along with fossicking for opals, another popular activity is fishing for Murray cod and yellowbelly in one of the nearby rivers, so be sure to make Walgett a priority when visiting outback northern NSW. Tourist/Visitor Centre Walgett Visitor Information Centre88 Fox St, Walgett NSWPh: 02 6828 6139www.walgett.nsw.gov.au Casual Parking Walgett VIC, 88 Fox St, WalgettShort Term Parking Walgett Primitive Camping Ground, Alex Trevallion Park, Castlereagh Hwy, (48hrs), nil cost, tlts, bins, c/seating, water, BBQ, pets on leadDump Point Walgett Primitive Camping Ground, Alex Trevallion Park, Castlereagh HwyPotable Water Walgett Primitive Camping Ground, Alex Trevallion Park, Castlereagh HwyHospital 141 Fox St, Walgett. Ph: 02 6828 6000Doctors Surgery 141 Fox St, Walgett. Ph: 02 6828 2133. Mon-Fri: 9-5, Sat: 9-12Dentist Walgett Aboriginal Medical Service Dental Clinic, 37 Pitt St, Walgett. Ph: 02 6828 2249Pharmacy Walgett Pharmacy, 48 Fox St, Walgett. Ph: 02 6828 1049Supermarket IGA, Fox St, Walgett. Ph: 02 6828 1555

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