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Featured RV Friendly Events

WA
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Rubber Riot 2026

FREE COMMUNITY EVENT – 2026 Burnout Competition Season 17-18 April 2026

Get ready to feel the ground shake and the smoke roll as Streetskids Motorsports Inc. brings you our very first Burnout Competition at the Trayning Showgrounds! This isn’t just an event – it’s the start of something HUGE for our community. Expect roaring engines, tyre-shredding action.

The Streetskids Motorsports Inc. Burnout Competition is rolling in, and this year it’s bigger, louder, and full of heart.

What’s On?
 FREE entry for spectators Market stalls & family activities FREE camping (showers & toilets onsite) Live music with Johnnie Motion Licensed bar open till late Food & coffee vans all weekend

NEW SOUTH WALES
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Aberdeen Highland Games

Event date - Saturday 4 July 2026

The annual Aberdeen Highland Games takes place on first weekend in July each year and is run in conjunction with the Scottish Australia Heritage Council's Heritage Week.

During the day a number of events take place together with stalls providing food great coffee and Scottish/Celtic displays all of which represent traditional Celtic culture and recreation.

The games are a gathering of pipe bands, Clans, dancers, heavy event participants, to help celebrate the Scottish/Celtic history of the Upper Hunter. There are a number of novelty events for children.

Parking is free attendants will guide you in.

More information available HERE

NEW SOUTH WALES
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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.


Featured RV Friendly Towns & Destinations

VICTORIA
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Macarthur - VIC RVFT

Macarthur is a small, rural township, located 311 kilometres west of Melbourne. The town was named after General Edward Macarthur in 1857, however, prior to this, it was known as Eumeralla, an aboriginal term thought to mean ‘valley of plenty’. The town offers a small service centre, including a pub, post office, chemist, rural supply store and milk bar.Macarthur Recreation Reserve on Port Fairy-Hamilton Road allows parking for up to 72 hours. There is a $10.00 per vehicle per night charge for unpowered sites, and for those requiring power, a fee of $20 per vehicle per night applies. A dump point is located at the site, along with toilets and bbqs, as well as a limited water supply. Pets on a lead are permitted.Macarthur serves as a gateway to Mount Eccles National Park, the home of the long dormant volcano, Mount Eccles, also known as Budj Bim. Within its crater lies the tranquil Lake Surprise and a variety of walking trails, including the Natural Bridge and Lava Canal.  Tourist/Visitor Centre       Mooney’s General StoreHigh St, MacarthurCasual Parking       High St, MacarthurShort & Long Term Parking           Macarthur Recreation Reserve, 5158 Port Fairy-Hamilton Rd, (72hr), $20 pvpn pwr, $10.00 for unpwr, pets on lead, tlts, ltd water, BBQDump Point  Macarthur Recreation Reserve, 5158 Port Fairy-Hamilton RdPotable Water          Macarthur Recreation Reserve, 5158 Port Fairy-Hamilton RdHospital        Nearest Hospital is at Hamilton approx 35km NDoctors Surgery     11 Ardonachie St, Macarthur, ph 03 5568 0000Pharmacy     Keatings Macarthur Depot, Market St, ph 03 5576 1001Supermarket            Mooney’s General Store, High St, Macarthur
SOUTH AUSTRALIA
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Frances - SA RVFT

Frances is a town in South Australia located approximately 291 kilometres south-east of the state’s capital Adelaide and sits on the South Australian/Victoria border. With a population of only 50 people, this border town offers a scenic alternative for people travelling from Adelaide to Melbourne or vice versa.RV travellers who decide to take this route during their travels can find 72-hour parking at Frances Recreation Reserve. Parking is available for $10 per vehicle per night (payable to Frances Store), and access to toilets and water is available. A dump point is also accessible at the reserve. The town is within close proximity to local caves and several recreational fishing lakes. Another popular attraction is Little Desert National Park; the best time to visit the park is between late winter and early summer when the temperatures are comfortable and the park is full of blossoms and wildflowers.Tourist/Visitor Information Centre        Naracoorte Visitor Information Centre36 Macdonnell St, NaracoortePh: 08 8762 1399W: naracoortelucindale.comCasual Parking (near retail centre)       Frances Recreation Reserve, East TerraceShort Term Parking           Frances Recreation Reserve, East Terrace$10pvpn payable at Frances Store, 72hrs, water, toilets, pets on lead.Dump Point  Frances Recreation Reserve, East TerraceLat: -36.712848Long: 140.960262Potable Water          Frances Recreation Reserve, East TerraceHospital        Nearest hospital is at NaracoorteDoctors Surgery     Nearest doctor is at NaracoorteDentist           Nearest dentist is at NaracoortePharmacy     Nearest pharmacy is at NaracoorteSupermarket            Frances General Store, Second St, Ph: 08 8765 1071
QUEENSLAND
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Goondiwindi - QLD RVFT

Known for its tree lined streets, colourful petunia garden beds and stunning Jacaranda’s in the spring, Goondiwindi is a town and locality in the Goondiwindi Region of Queensland. The town sits on the banks of the Macintyre River – which marks the New South Wales and Queensland boarder. The river is showcased by a stunning 4km river walk with exercise equipment and sculptures along the trail.Goondiwindi Showgrounds offers parking for up to one week – which suits RV travellers looking to thoroughly explore the region. Unpowered sites are available for a rate of $22 per vehicle per night, and powered sites are available for $30 per vehicle per night. Showers and toilets are available for use, and pets on leads are permitted. A dump point and potable water can be sourced at Redmond Park.There is something for all ages in Goondiwindi and enough to keep visitors occupied for the duration of their stay. The Natural Heritage and Water Park, Goondiwindi Botanic Garden and Goondiwindi Riverwalk are just some of the attractions available. Additionally, the Gourmet in Gundy is a local food festival that attracts attendees each September. This event celebrates the best food and wine of the region.Tourist/Visitor Information Centre        45 Bowen St, GoondiwindiPh: 07 4671 7474www.grc.qld.gov.au/visitorsCasual Parking (near retail centre)       45 Bowen StShort & Long Term Parking        Goondiwindi Showgrounds, 323 Boundary Rd, Ph: 0437 809 415 (Mon - Fri 10am - 2pm) for bookings. Check-in from 9.30am and check-out is by 11am$22pvpn unpowered for the first night then $20pvpn for consecutive nights, $30pvpn powered for the first night then $28pvpn for second and consecutive nights, additional guests $5, max stay 14 nights, pets on lead, showers & toilets, bins, waterDump Point  Redmond Park, 1 Anderson St, GoondiwindiLat: -28.55077, Long: 150.31989Potable Water          Redmond Park, 1 Anderson St, GoondiwindiSeparate tap to DP.Water Fill Station, Barwon Hwy (Goondiwindi-Talwood Rds) (Fee)Hospital        4 Bowen St, Goondiwindi – Ph: 07 4578 2400Doctors Surgery     49 Bowen St, Goondiwindi – Ph: 07 4671 1444Dentist           24 Bowen St, Goondiwindi – Ph: 07 4671 1806Pharmacy     95 Marshall St, Goondiwindi – Ph: 07 4671 1288Supermarket            Coles, Cnr Herbert & Callandoon St, Goondiwindi – Ph: 07 4671 5902