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Coolgardie is known as “Mother of the Goldfields” and was the birthplace of the 1892 gold rush. The small town is situated 558 kilometres east of Perth, and a leisurely drive from Kalgoorlie. Coolgardie was once the third largest town in Western Australia, and today many charming heritage buildings remain; evidence of former glory days of the gold mining era.Coolgardie offers 48 hour parking for RVs free of charge at the Railway Station on Woodward Street. Bins and potable water are available, and a dump point is located nearby the railway station. Potable water is also available at the Mercy Gregory Memorial Park.While in town, visitors can learn about the gold rush history at the Goldfields Exhibition Museum and Ben Prior’s Park. Also, worth visiting is the Varischetti Mine Rescue Display, outlining the amazing story of workers who were trapped for nine days in an underwater mine; and the Pharmaceutical Museum, with its interesting collection of 18th and 19th century medicines and memorabilia.Tourist/Visitor Centre       Coolgardie Visitors Centre & Goldfields Exhibition Museum62 Bayley St, Coolgardie WAP 08 9026 6090www.coolgardie.wa.gov.au Casual Parking       Woodward St, CoolgardieShort Term Parking           Railway Station, 75 Woodward St, (48hr), bins, water, pets on lead, nil costDump Point  Near railway stationPotable Water          Near Railway Station or Visitor CentreHospital        Nearest hospital is Kalgoorlie - 30min away.Doctors Surgery     Wilkie St, Coolgardie, open Mon - Fri. Coolgardie Ambulance Service is available 24/7Pharmacy     Nearest pharmacy is in Kalgoorlie – 30min awaySupermarket            Morans Store (IGA), 28/30 Bayley St, Coolgardie, ph 08 9026 6024

Ararat is a city in south-west Victoria, approximately 198km west of Melbourne. The Ararat region is home to numerous towns and villages founded in the 1840's by pioneer farmers herding cattle and sheep. The area fast became a prosperous agricultural district. Ararat was founded following the discovery of gold in 1857, and the subsequent influx of Chinese immigrants. Located near the magnificent Grampians National Park, Ararat is an ideal base to start exploring the region and the best place to start this exploration is the Visitor Information Centre.Visitors to Ararat can find short-term parking at Green Hill Lake. There is no fee to stay here, however a donation is appreciated. A dump point and potable water can be found at Green Hill Lake Reserve camping area.When visiting Ararat, be sure to immerse yourself in the deep history the town has to offer. The Gum San Chinese Heritage Centre gives an insight into the lives of the Chinese miners who discovered one of the world's richest shallow alluvial goldfields in the area.  An interesting relic of Ararat's past, is the J Ward Old County Gaol. Originally built as a gaol, the buildings were transformed in 1887 into an asylum for the criminally insane, where chilling details of the prisoners and their crimes are on display. The Trash & Treasure Market is held every second Sunday of the month at Alexandra Hall across from McDonalds. With the Grampians so close, there are always many interesting walks to take, from the short and easy to the more advanced treks, taking in the views and the native flora and fauna. The Halls Gap Wildlife Park and Zoo, nestled at the foot of the Grampians Ranges, has a wide display of both native and exotic animals and birds.Tourist/Visitor Centre       82 Vincent St, Ararat VICPh: 1800 657 158tourinfo@ararat.vic.gov.auCasual Parking       High St near VIC & High St behind the Civic Centre, near the council offices; Ingor St alongside SafewayShort Term Parking           Green Hill Lake, donation, max stay 5 days without permit, if visitors would like to stay longer they need to obtain a free permit from Ararat Rural City Council, 59 Vincent St, Ararat, opposite the Visitor CentreDump Point  Green Hill Lake Reserve Camping Area.  LAT: -37.296457 LONG: 142.979597.Potable Water          Service Stations, Alexander AveHospital        Girdlestone St, Ph: 03 5352 9300, Email: info@eghs.net.au or visit www.eghs.net.auDoctors Surgery     55 High St, Ph: 03 5352 2311Dentist           220 - 222 Barkly S, Ph: 03 5352 1024Pharmacy     Advantage Pharmacy, 119 Barkly St, Ph: 03 5352 1007; Healthwise Pharmacy, 137 Barkly St, Ph: 03 5352 1114SupermarketAldi, 41-47 Moore St, Ph: 03 8369 3000; Fishers IGA, 41-47 Vincent St, Ph: 03 5352 1020; Safeway, Ingor St, Ph: 03 5352 4377

Deniliquin is situated on the Edward River, an anabranch of the Murray River. The town is 280 kilometres north of Melbourne and 737 kilometres south-west of Sydney. Established in 1842 as a suitable river crossing for livestock, the town has many natural and cultural attractions and special events. Local farms produce a wide range of summer and winter crops, sheep and cattle. Rice produced regionally is processed for export and domestic markets. The surrounding natural plains provide perfect conditions for Merino sheep, with many large sheep properties calling Deniliquin home. Historical buildings in the CBD feature on the Town Walk, with detailed historical displays located at the Peppin Heritage Centre and the Deniliquin Historical Society. Being located on the edge of the world’s largest red gum forest and within national and regional parks, there are many opportunities for bird watching, flora and fauna observation. The River allows visitors to enjoy swimming, skiing, fishing, kayaking or you can hire a houseboat. The Island Sanctuary in the town centre, is a preserved natural sanctuary for birds and animals, especially kangaroos.The Waring Gardens adjacent to the main shopping centre provide visitors with a shaded area for walks and picnics. Barbeques, child friendly play areas and public toilet facilities are all located within the Gardens. The major event for the town is the annual Play on the Plains Festival and Ute Muster. This event, held on the NSW Labour Day long weekend, attracts thousands to the ‘ute capital of the world’ for two days of top-class entertainment. Deniliquin is an oasis of green on the edge of the expansive Old Man Plain. This flat plain provides visitors with opportunities to view vast clear skies, spectacular sunsets and dazzling stellar displays at night.Known as ‘Deni’ to the locals, this friendly town is well worth a visit.Tourist/Visitor Information CentrePeppin Heritage Centre, George St, Deniliquin NSWPh: 03 5898 3120Email: info@deniliquin.nsw.gov.au www.denitourism.com.au Casual Parking (near retail centre)George St, Cressy St, Ute on a PoleShort & Long Term ParkingDavidson St & Civic Place, (72hr)Dump PointDavidson StPotable WaterDavidson StHospitalCharlotte St, Ph: 03 5882 2800Doctors SurgeryShiloh Medical Centre, Wood St, Ph: 03 5881 1413; Mulwala Plaza, shop 5/342 George St, Ph 03 5881 7480Dentist404 Charlotte St, Ph: 03 5881 3468; Macauley St, Ph: 1800 450 046; Denture Clinic, 405 Cressy St, Ph: 03 5881 5456Pharmacy17-23 Napier St, Ph: 03 5881 2081; 289 Cressy St, Ph: 03 5881 2233SupermarketIGA, George St, Ph: 03 5881 2344; Coles, Hardinge St, Ph: 03 5881 8001