RV Friendlies & Events

Kimba is a rural service town on the Eyre Highway, sitting at the top of the Eyre Peninsula. The town is widely renowned for the ‘big galah’, which stands 7 metres tall on the side of the highway. The ‘big galah’ marks the halfway point between the east and west coasts of Australia.For those travelling along the Eyre Highway and looking for a place to stop, the Lions Park offers free short-term parking. There is no cost to stay on-site, and access to toilets, a BBQ area and gazebo is available. Please note there is no power available. A dump point is available for use at Kimba Recreation Reserve and potable water is also available on-site.Kimba is the eastern gateway to the spectacular Gawler Ranges. Only a 100 kilometres drive north-west, visitors have the chance to experience the open spaces and solitude of the outback. Gawler Ranges Visitor Information Bay on Railway Terrace is a uniquely designed structure displaying directions and features of the Gawler Ranges National Park.Kmabi is a multi-award winning free camp and named in the hall of fame for the Grey Nomads Awards, camp kitchen with access to free hot plate bbqs, hot & cold running water in the kitchen for dishes, graveled parking to minimize dust, toilets, coin-operated showers, mega mural, pet friendly, dump point, portable water, access to community clubs and within walking distance of the township.Tourist/Visitor Centre       Council Office, 9 Cross St, Kimba SAPh: 08 8627 2335www.kimba.sa.gov.auCasual Parking       Cross St, High St, Park Tce & South Tce, North TceShort Term Parking           Lions Park, Park Terrace & Recreation Reserve, North TerraceLong Term Parking            Recreation Reserve, Old Pinkawillinie School site & Lake GilliesDump Point  Recreation Reserve Free Camp, North Tce, Kimba - free of charge, clearly identifiable and plenty of space to pull up along side to use Potable Water          Recreation Reserve Free Camp, North Tce, Kimba - free of charge, clearly identifiable and plenty of space to pull up along side to fill a water tankHospital        Martin Terrace, Ph: 08 8627 2400Doctors Surgery     Martin Terrace, Ph: 08 8627 2500Pharmacy     46 High St, Ph: 08 8627 2060Supermarket            IGA Friendly/Newsagency, High St, Ph: 08 8627 2006; IGA Everyday, Sth Tce, Ph: 08 8627 2015

Cranbrook is located in the great southern region of Western Australia, 320 kilometres south of Perth and less than an hour’s drive north of Albany. The town is renowned as ‘The Gateway to the Stirlings’. The Stirling Range National Park provides an opportunity to experience an entire mountain range maintained in its natural state. The park is renowned for its spectacular wildflowers, some of which are unique to the area and cannot be found growing in their natural state anywhere else in the world. Visitors may enjoy a trip to the local museum or wineries.Those visiting Cranbrook can fine short-term parking along Gathorne Street, opposite the Cranbrook Hotel. Parking is for self-contained vehicles only, and sites are $5 per vehicle per night, permit obtainable from the Shire Office. A dump point and potable water can be found at Cranbrook Caravan Park. There is so much to do while visiting Cranbrook, and every season brings another festival. Local events include the Cranbrook Show held in March/April each year and the Cranbrook Golf Tour held in September/October. Whilst visiting, take a trip to Lake Poorarecup, an enormous freshwater lake with sandy beaches, which is located twenty minutes’ drive west of the town centre. It is a perfect location to enjoy many water activities such as boating and swimming.Tourist/Visitor Centre       Council Office, 19 Gathorne St, Cranbrook WAPh: 08 9826 1008shire@cranbrook.wa.gov.auwww.cranbrook.wa.gov.au Casual Parking       Climie St, Great Southern Hwy, Gordon St & Dunn StShort Term Parking           Gathorne St, opp Cranbrook Hotel, self-contained vehicles, $5pn, permit obtainable from the Shire Office, 48hrLong Term Parking            Lake Poorarecup for self-contained vehicles, 72hr, fees apply in peak periodsDump Point  Cranbrook Caravan ParkPotable Water          Cranbrook Caravan ParkHospital        Mt Barker Hospital, Langton Rd, Mount Barker, Ph: 08 9851 1422, 48kmDoctors Surgery     Provided each Thursday in the Town Hall, Gathorne St, appointments made through Plantagenet Medical, Ph: 08 9892 1000 ambulance available 24/7 in townPharmacy     Cranbrook Supermarket is an agent of Mt Barker Country Chemist, Gathorne St, Ph: 08 9826 1018; 23 Lowood Rd, Mt Barker, Ph: 08 9851 1010, 48kmSupermarket            Cranbrook IGA, Gordon St, Ph: 08 9826 1752; Gateway General Store, Gathorne St, Ph: 08 9826 1018

Situated on the fringe of the Hunter Valley's wine country, between Kurri Kurri and Cessnock, RV travellers can find a perfect place to park at the Abermain Bowling and Recreation Club.Self-contained vehicles can park on-site (entry is through the members’ car park), where the grassy area at the rear of the car park has room for up to seven vehicles. Awnings cannot be opened, but pets on a lead are permitted. Parking is provided for up to 72 hours free of charge.The friendly club has all the regular facilities including a bistro, which is open for lunch and dinner from Tuesday through to Sunday. With six beers on tap, a TAB lounge, KENO, pool table and dart boards, it's the perfect place to escape for a refreshing drink in your down time. The club opens at 10am daily, seven days a week.Address: Cnr Armidale St & Goulburn St, AbermainCost: Nil chargeParking: Entry through member's car park, grassy area at rear of car park, 72hrs, awnings not to be opened, room for 7 vehicles up to 7m, pets on leadOpening Hours: 10am to 11pm