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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

Wongan Hills is situated approx 190 kilometres north-east of Perth, and is a small rural town packed with historical sites. Although discovered in the 1830s, the town was not officially proclaimed until 1911 with the opening of the railway line. The buildings within the town reflect this era; the Museum being housed in the original hospital building and the hotel of similar vintage.Today, the town has all the conveniences needed for the mobile traveller. The Tourist Information Centre, housed in the old Railway Station building, is a great place to start your exploration. The staff, who are immensely proud of their town, will be only too happy to assist you with information and a cuppa. In wildflower season there are tours from the centre which take in the beauty of the landscape; brochures are available from the Tourist Information Centre, where the dump point is also located.Places to visit while in town include the Pioneer Museum with true life displays depicting the early pioneer days. Among other historical sites is the place of the first commercially grown wheat crop in the region and the Lake Hinds School, the first school in the district.The Agricultural Research Station conducts guided tours from June to November. It started in 1925 to study light land farming and it is now a main crop breeding station. Prior notice of visits is necessary. The Ballidu Craft Shop is open Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturday mornings, and is full of locally made crafts.Visit Mount O'Brien for a picnic while taking in the expansive view of the area. Dingo Rock is a large rock and fauna reserve with an Aboriginal water hole and an abundance of flowers in late winter and early spring. Reynoldson's Reserve and Gathercole Reserve are also incredible places to enjoy and appreciate the display of wildflowers.After your days of travelling and sightseeing, Wongan Hills Hotel is a great place to sit back, relax and enjoy a cool drink and a meal. For a quick bite or a sit down meal, the Liberty Roadhouse has a cafe known as Ah Wong's. The IGA Shopping Centre has a meal outlet with quality food including a Sunday roast (special price for families).The Historic Railway Precinct, off Wongan Road, has an area available for overnight short stays. If you are looking for a longer stay to fully appreciate this town, the Recreational Grounds next to the PCYC Building, the swimming pool area south of the Bowling Club and 'The Gap', off Piawaning Road all have designated areas.Wongan Hills is a friendly place to visit.Tourist/Visitor Centre       Wongan Hills VIC, 49 Fenton Place, Wongan Hills WAPh: 08 9671 1973Email: wongantourism@westnet.com.auCasual Parking       Rest Area, crn Patterson St & Wongan RdShort Term ParkingWongan Hills Parking Area, off Ninan St, 96hrs, toiletsLong Term Parking            Recreational Grounds, 96hrsDump Point  49 Fenton Place (outside front of Visitor Information Centre).Potable Water          Rest Area, crn Patterson St & Wongan RdHospital        Ackland St, Ph: 08 9691 1222Doctors Surgery     Cnr of Mitchell St & Ackland St, Ph: 08 9671 1000Dentist           1 Ackland St, Ph: 08 9671 1267Pharmacy     IGA Complex, Fenton Plc, Ph: 08 9671 1157Supermarket            Fenton Plc, Ph: 08 9671 1010

Lockhart is a charming Riverina town located 530 kilometres south-west of Sydney via the Hume and Sturt Highways. Listed by the National Trust, its old-world charm lies in the wide main street verandas, ornate lacework and carefully restored facades of its buildings. Leeton was named Green’s Gunyah in the 1850s after Mr Green, who set up a roadside shack that became a watering hole for travellers. The New Gunyah Hotel and ruins of the original stables now stand on this site. Renamed Lockhart in 1896, the district is today renowned as a centre for farming excellence. The Green’s Gunyah Historic Museum has displays depicting the historic Brookong, Rand and Urangeline Stations and information on the famous 1888 Brookong Shearers’ Strike. This strike had a role in the lead-up to the Barcaldine Strike in 1891 and the formation of the Australian Labour Party. The museum is also host to the Doris Golder Gallery with its unique wool paintings.Those visiting Lockhart can find short-term parking at Lockhart Showgrounds, Treasure Street. Sites are free for up to 24 hours, however a donation of $5 is appreciated and a donation box is provided. The showground gates styled from life-sized wool bales are a tribute to the early settlers of the district and form a grand entrance to the Grandstand and Bar Pavilion. These turn of the century buildings are used on the picnic race day in October and at the annual Agricultural & Pastoral Show.Around town, admire the restored buildings, browse in the craft and antique shops and step through the town’s history etched into the main street pavers. For the more adventurous, there are walking tracks at Galore Hill. This 500 hectare nature reserve has a lookout tower which affords panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. The Spirit of the Land Festival, celebrating regional art in country Australia, is held annually on the second weekend in October. Other activities include tours of the Urangeline Shearing Shed, wineries and Opera at Sunset. Take a wander through town in the evening to enjoy the twinkling fairy-lights that brighten up the town’s historic buildings.Tourist/Visitor Information CentreLockhart Council, 69 Green St, Lockhart NSWPh: 02 6920 5305visitlockhartshire.com.auCasual Parking (near retail centre)Designated RV parking in Urana StreetShort Term ParkingLockhart Showgrounds, Treasure St, 24 hours, donation of $5 to is appreciated in box supplied, no facilities..Long Term ParkingLockhart Caravan Park, Green StDump PointLockhart Caravan Park, Green StPotable WaterLockhart Caravan Park, Green StHospitalHebden St, 02 6920 5206Doctors Surgery132 Green St, 02 6920 5249DentistGreen St, 02 6920 5534Pharmacy86 Green St, 02 6920 5538SupermarketIGA, 146 Green St, 02 6920 5543