RV Friendlies & Events

Young is situated in the south-west slopes of NSW and is widely known as the ‘cherry capital of Australia’. The town was first settled in 1826 and has grown from a sheep station into a thriving regional centre. The discovery of gold in the area in 1860 was a catalyst in the development of Young and the surrounding areas. This discovery brought 20,000 miners to the area, 2,000 of whom were Chinese. The European miners resented the Chinese, and in 1861 a series of riots took place. As a result of the riots at Lambing Flat, the Chinese Immigration Restriction Act was passed by parliament in November 1861. This Act was the forerunner of the White Australia Policy. Young is also centrally located in the ‘Hilltops’ Wine and Food Region. The area is recognised for producing quality cool climate wines, excellent local foods and offering an authentic country experience. The National Cherry Festival takes place every year in December and features a street parade, the Cherry Festival Ball, heritage train rides and a regional farmer’s market, amongst other things.Those visiting Young, can find short and long term parking at Young Showground, situated in Boorowa-Murringo Rd. Visitors will also locate a dump point and potable water here. Whilst visiting Young, all the mobile traveller’s needs are catered for, with a plethora of cafes, restaurants, supermarkets, hotels, sporting clubs and vehicle repair shops. There is lots of parking available at the railway station in Lovell Street and at the showground, which also has a dump point. The Visitor Information Centre, located at the railway station, has brochures on all the local attractions, and houses the Burrangong Art Gallery.With its rich history and unique attractions, Young is a great place to visit and offers something for everyone.Tourist/Visitor Information CentreRailway Stn, Lovell St, Young NSWPh: 02 6382 3394info@visityoung.com.auwww.young.nsw.gov.auCasual Parking (near retail centre)Railway Station, Lovell StYoung Visitor Information Centre (Old Young Railway), Lovell Street, Young NSW 2594 Short & Long Term ParkingYoung Showground, Boorowa-Murringo RdDump PointYoung Showground, Boorowa-Murringo RdPotable WaterRequires Credit Card Payment Young Showground, Boorowa-Murringo RdHospitalAllanan St, Ph: 02 6382 8888Doctors SurgeryYoung Medical Centre, Cloete St, Ph: 02 6382 1544; Young Boorowa Street Surgery, 12 Boorowa St, Ph: 02 6382 1599Dentist4 Short St, Ph: 02 6382 1202; 6 Cloete St, Ph: 02 6382 1283; 13 Boorowa St, Ph: 02 6382 4444PharmaciesBlooms the Chemist, 46 Boorowa St, Ph: 02 6382 2009; Judges Pharmacy, 151 Boorowa St, Ph: 02 6382 1042; Amcal Pharmacy, 96 Boorowa St, Ph: 02 6382 2455SupermarketsWoolworths, Boorowa St, Ph: 02 6382 3133; Supa IGA, Boorowa St, Ph: 02 6382 2443; Aldi, Zouch St, Ph: 02 9675 9000

St Helens is the largest town in the north-east coast of Tasmania, located on Georges Bay. This scenic bayside town is approximately 165 kilometres east of Launceston and 265 kilometres from Hobart. Known as the game fishing capital of Tasmania, St Helen is surrounded by scenic white, pristine sand, making it a popular tourist destination for both keen anglers and those looking to relax and unwind.Those visiting St Helens can find short-term parking on the Cnr of Tully St & Young Street. Stays are limited to 24 hours and are free of charge. Potable water and a dump point are also found here.St Helens is the perfect base when exploring the north-coast. From town, you can explore stunning Binalong Bay and the Bay of Fires, which extends to Eddystone Point. The Bay of Fires is a scenic coast of white sandy beaches dotted with giant granite boulders. Or, a popular activity in town is the breathtaking, one hour return walk to St Helens Point where you will find spectacular Peron Dunes and a vast ocean beach.Tourist/Visitor Centre       61 Cecilia St, St Helens TASPh: 03 6376 1479 / 03 6376 1744sthelensvic@bodc.tas.gov.auwww.tasmaniaseastcoast.com.au Casual Parking       Bowen Street, St Helens, - long vehicle parking provided to access supermarkets etc; Georges Bay Esplanade, St Helens – foreshore area – long vehicles able to park; Parking off Cecilia Street (main street through St Helens) – Visitor Information Centre car parkShort Term Parking           St Helens Sporting Complex, Cnr of Tully St & Young St (24hr), all RVs welcome as long as they are fully self contained.Dump Point  Cnr of Tully St & Young StPotable Water          Cnr of Tully St & Young StHospital        Circassian St, Ph: 03 6376 5222Doctors Surgery     11 Pendrigh Pl, Ph: 03 6376 1777Dentist           75 Cecilia St, Ph: 03 6376 2359Pharmacy     36 Cecilia St, Ph: 03 6376 1374Supermarket            Hilly’s Value Plus, 23 Cecilia St, Ph: 03 6376 1161; St Helens Supa IGA, Shop 4, 29/35 Cecilia St, Ph: 03 6376 1177

When travelling the outback between Charleville and Cunnamulla, you’ll find a friendly and most unusual little post office and general store.This little gem is owned by Glenn and Kim Paterson who have lived in Wyandra for over seven years, converting a rundown post office into a fully functioning tourist facility where you can enjoy a fresh cup of tea or coffee, fish and chips or their famous ‘Wyandra Whoppa Burger’.For those wishing to stay at Wyandra Post and General Store, parking is available for a cost of $15 per vehicle per night for unpower, and $20 per vehicle per night for power. This includes access to the bush cinema and mini golf.Just one kilometre away is the Warrego River where many good sized cod and yellow belly can be caught, or you can enjoy the white sandy beach and relax on the banks of the river.Cost: Unpwr $15 pvpn, Pwr $20 pvpn. Includes access to bush cinema & mini golf. Meals available from $10 pp. There also separate fenced and powered dog sites for $25