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Featured RV Friendly Events

VICTORIA
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Melbourne Cup

First Tuesday of Nov 

Be part of Australia’s most loved and iconic world-class event, the Melbourne Cup Carnival.

Experience this incredible event that combines sport, entertainment, fashion and food – all in one place, the stunning Flemington Racecourse. Glamorous, refined and full of history, the Melbourne Cup Carnival is a must-do event for Melburnians

 and visitors alike.

With four big race days and a range of ticketing options, there is so many different ways to experience the Carnival - attend one or all of the race days knowing you will have an amazing time at the most anticipated event on the calendar. 

SA
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Taste the Limestone Coast Festival

The 'Taste" festival is about showcasing everything amazing that the Limestone Coast has to offer!

From local artists, to award winning wines, beers, gin and of course delicious food, all in the one location.

Don't miss this awesome event which has been running since 2001!

QUEENSLAND
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Childers Festival

Event date - from 23 July 2026

Childers Festival is a celebration of the people and heritage of Childers and the only festival that closes the Bruce Highway!

Over four days, on the last weekend in July each year, Childers is transformed into an action-packed entertainment hub, concluding with Sunday's famous market day, which regularly sees nearly 40,000 people flock to the small town for celebrity artists and live music from every genre and decade.

The incredible markets feature a highway filled with over 300 stallholders where you can pick up vintage treasures, sample local produce and admire hand-made gems and local arts and craft. Those young and young at heart will also be mesmerised by dance, culture, street performers and carnival rides.

Experience free and ticked events around Childers including Opera by the Lake, Sugar Mill and Cane Fire tours, historical tours and much more! 


Featured RV Friendly Towns & Destinations

WESTERN AUSTRALIA
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Southern Cross - WA RVFT

Southern Cross is located 375km east of Perth and 220km west of Kalgoorlie, on the Great Eastern Highway. The town was founded in 1888, by gold prospectors, and officially gazetted in 1890. Today, Southern Cross is the major town and administrative centre of the Shire of Yilgarn. The RV Service Facility is located on Achernar Street and Sirius Street, providing visitors with potable water, access to a dump point and casual parking within the CBD. For a longer stay, head out to the Old Information Bay, situated on the corner of the Great Eastern Highway and Three Boys Road, just west of Southern Cross.Southern Cross, with its historic gold mining feel, is a wonderful place to visit, especially for RV travellers. The main attractions in the area include the Number 6 Pumping Station, the Old Cemetery, the Court House and Museum, and Frasers Mine.Tourist/Visitor Centre          Shire of Yilgarn23 Antares St, Southern Cross WAPh: 08 9049 1001www.yilgarn.wa.gov.au Casual ParkingIn CBD, Antares St & Achernar St, Southern CrossShort Term ParkingOld Information Bay, cnr Great Eastern Hwy & Three Boys Rd, W of Southern Cross, (24hr)Dump PointRV Service Facility, Achernar St & Sirius St, Southern CrossPotable WaterRV Service Facility, Achernar St & Sirius St, Southern CrossHospitalCoolgardie Rd (Great Eastern Hwy), E end of town, Southern Cross, Ph: 08 9081 2222Doctors SurgeryCnr Achernar St & Altair St, Southern Cross, Ph: 08 9049 1152DentistMerredin (110km)PharmacySouthern Cross Pharmacy, Antares St, Southern Cross, Ph: 08 9049 1056SupermarketIGA with Butcher, 22 Antares St, Southern Cross, Ph: 08 9049 1074
SOUTH AUSTRALIA
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Penola - SA RVFT

Penola is 388 kilometres south-east of Adelaide in one of South Australia’s most productive wine growing regions. Heritage listed buildings line the wide streets containing many restaurants, cafes, unique shops and galleries. Penola is a fantastic base to explore the quality vineyards of the Coonawarra area, and the beautiful beaches nearby. The town is steeped in history and was once home to Mary Mackillop, the first Australian to gain Roman Catholic Sainthood. Visitors can take the self-guided ‘Walk with History’ tour, and download the talking app, which takes in many of the state heritage-listed buildings and cottages of the township. The John Riddoch Centre functions as the Visitor Information Centre, John Shaw Neilson gallery, local history display and council offices.Short-term parking is available at the CMCA RV Park for self-contained vehicles up to 11 metres. A low cost of $3 per person per night for CMCA members. Covered members area, bins and barbecues are provided, and pets on leads are permitted. A free dump point can also be found at McCorquindale Park, off Cameron Street, and potable water is available at Portland Street in front of the council depot.Penola is a wonderful place to visit, especially for RV travellers. Tourist/Visitor Centre       27 Arthur St, Penola SAPh: 08 8737 2855www.wattlerange.sa.gov.auCasual Parking       Parking avail in main & side streets, 2hr limit. IGA also has large car park.Short Term Parking           CMCA RV Park, Eastern end of John St. Grey water dump point. Five night maximum stay in any 21 day period. $3.00 per site per night and an additional fee of $2.00 per person per night (members), $15pvpn for non-members.Dump Point  McCorquindale Park (Showgrounds), Side of Rymill Hall off Cameron StPotable Water          Portland St, Penola, front of Council DepotHospital        Penola War Memorial Hospital, 18 Church St, Penola, Ph: 08 8737 2311Doctors Surgery     Penola Medical Clinic, 18 Church St, Penola, Ph: 08 8737 2218Pharmacy     Williams MG Pharmacy, 38 Church St, Penola, Ph: 08 8737 2273Supermarket            Penola IGA Fresh, 23 Church St, Penola, Ph: 08 8737 2205
SOUTH AUSTRALIA
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Black Cockatoo Bush Camp - SA RVFD

Black Cockatoo Bush Camp is located in Naracoorte, South Australia, approximately 336 kilometres south-east of Adelaide.  Naracoorte is a wonderful area to spend some time as it is within close proximity of Coonawarra wineries and the World Heritage listed Naracoorte Caves.Black Cockatoo Bush Camp offers self-contained vehicles parking at $10 per person per night and $30 per night for a family. The duration of stay will be negotiable, and bins, toilets, hot showers, water and dump point are accessible.  The Bush Camp is an ideal location to experience bush walking, bird watching and to take in the wide variety of flora and fauna in the area. Don’t forget to test your four-wheel driving skills on their new 4x4 driving course or just relax, and take in the beautiful scenery.Cost: $10pppn and $30 per night for a familyOpening Hours: Bookings required