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QUEENSLAND

Festival of Outback Skies 2026

Event date - 1 - 3 May 2026

The Festival of Outback Skies is a three day event that includes a range of activities including a bull ride, arts and craft workshops. Markets, cooking demonstrations, live music, a fine dining dinner under the stars, lantern parade to name a few.

Volunteer Opportunities

Seeking volunteers to participate in a range of roles from administration, bar sales, traffic direction, showing people to their campsites, waitering, art workshops, minibus shuttle drivers and site set up. Volunteers receive a free powered camping site and entry to all ticketed events (except the dinner) To register your interest as a volunteer, please go to the festival website and fill out a volunteer application under the get involved tab. For all enquires contact Jennifer Tasker at tdo@flinders.qld.gov.au or phone 07 4741 2971.

Festival Location

The festival site is spread across three precincts all within 500m of each other. The site is also walking distance from the Hughenden CBD. The Hughenden Showgrounds will host the Dinner Under the Stars and the Bull Ride events, with live music, art workshops, cooking demos and more. The Art Sculpture Trail at the historic Coolabah Tree will showcase sculptural pieces entered into our Art Sculptural Competition. At the Hughenden Recreational Lake you can enjoy star gazing, water sports and food markets. The closing lantern parade is alongside the lake before they are released across the water.

Getting There

Hughenden and surrounds are serviced by rail, plane and bus routes and is a very accessible destination for those who prefer self-drive. There are five major roads entering Hughenden, from the north, south, east and west. Situated on the Overlander’s Way approximately half-way between Townsville and Mount Isa, the Hughenden region is a hub for many destinations.

Festival Camping

Flinders Shire Council have powered and unpowered sites available at the festival site. The sites do have access to toilets and showers. Powered sites are $90 for three nights (max 4 people per site), and unpowered sites are $45 for 2 nights (max 4 people).

Festival Glamping

For the ultimate accommodation experience at the festival treat yourself to a glamping tent located on the banks of the Flinders River. These glamping tents are next level luxury in camping. Six meter high European Bells tents with quality bedding, chairs, floor rugs, side tables, lights, phone charging station and a welcome pack. You also have a concierge 24/7 to look after your needs. The glamping tents are located a short walk across the river to the festival site. 3 nights twin share is $1,450. An additional queen bed can be rented for your tent to increase capacity to four people.

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TAS

TrailGaze

For one weekend only, Tasting Trail Tasmania presents TrailGraze an exclusive food and drink event celebrating the best of North West Tasmania.

Back by popular demand, some favourite events are returning – think grape stomping, tastings, workshops, tours… and yes, the annual dinner (with a twist). We’ve also got a few new surprises brewing. We can’t spill the beans yet, but you may just get a peek behind the scenes of what happens before a farmer even plants your food. Plenty more to come – stay tuned.

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QUEENSLAND

Childers Heritage Day

Event date: 9 May 2026

Mark your calendars as the Fifth Annual Childers Heritage Day, and part of the National Trust Australian Heritage Festival, gears up to be even more fun, more unique and more creative!

This year's event promises something for everyone as the town comes alive with activities and events, not only at the Childers Heritage Complex but at many other historical locations throughout the historical town.

Organised by the passionate volunteers of the Isis District Historical Society Inc., Childers Heritage Day celebrates the region's rich history while fostering community connection and well-being. President Scott Stedman remarked "We're incredibly proud of what we've achieved with Childers Heritage Day and are excited to introduce new events, sponsors, and participants this year that align with our purpose of preserving the past for the future. It's going to be a great day!"

This year's event will feature an expanded program which will include a location map to help visitors better plan the day. With more than 25 local businesses, organisations and not for profits participating, Childers Heritage Day is a true community event!

Join in for a fun filled day of history, activities and events.

Be sure to book your accommodation early!

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Featured RV Friendly Towns & Destinations

SOUTH AUSTRALIA

Port Augusta - SA RVFT

Port Augusta is perfectly positioned within a three hour drive from Adelaide; an arm’s reach of the majestic Flinders Ranges; located on the quiet waterways at the head of Spencer Gulf; and is the doorway to the South Australian outback.Within Port Augusta is the Wadlata Outback Centre, providing visitors with an introduction to life in the Australian outback. The information centre recently had a million dollar upgrade and offers visitors an unbelievable journey through the evolution of the Flinders Ranges and the outback of South Australia.The Motorhome Park on Power Station Road is the ideal base to stop and explore this scenic region. A dump point and other facilities are available at the Park, with potable water located just one kilometre from Port Augusta at the Coles Express Shell Meteor Service Station.Modern shopping facilities are located within a friendly mall atmosphere and there are a number of historic places of interest that can be enjoyed while on a leisurely heritage walk through the town.Tourist/Visitor Centre Wadlata Outback Centre, 41 Flinders TerracePh: 08 8641 9193wadlata@portaugusta.sa.gov.auwww.wadlata.sa.gov.auCasual Parking Woolworths/Big W car park off Wharflands Esp. (cnr Gibson St & El Alamein Rd, adj. to skatepark)Short Term Parking Motorhome Park, Power Station Rd (adjoining ETSA Oval Precinct), $10.00 pvpn, (96hr)Dump Point Motorhome Park, Power Station Rd (adjoining ETSA Oval Precinct). Free for staying guests otherwise $3 fee to use. Potable Water Coles Express Shell Meteor Service Station, cnr Highway 1 & Stirling Rd, Port Augusta East (1km from Port Augusta)Hospital 71 Hospital Rd, Ph: 08 8648 5500Doctors Surgery Augusta Westside Medical Centre, 25 Loudon Rd, Ph: 08 8642 2100Pharmacy Crossroads Pharmacies, 25 Loudon Rd, Ph: 08 8642 5655Supermarket Coles Supermarket, Augusta Hwy, Ph: 08 8641 0202; Woolworths, 25 Tassie St, Ph: 08 8642 2600; Foodland Supermarket, 23 Loudon St, Ph: 08 8642 2589

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VICTORIA

Jeparit - VIC RVFT

Jeparit is situated on the Wimmera River in western Victoria, 370 kilometres from Melbourne. The town services the surrounding agricultural area with wheat, wool, barley and oats. Jeparit is also the birth place of Australia’s longest serving Prime Minister, Sir Robert Menzies, and a town square has been established to commemorate his legacy. Near Jeparit lies the largest freshwater lake in Victoria, Lake Hindmarsh. Four Mile Beach, on the southern shore, is a great spot for fishing, swimming and boating. RV travellers can camp here for a nominal fee, payable to the council. The dump point and potable water are located on Lower Roy Street.While in town, be sure to visit the Wimmera-Mallee Pioneer Museum, one of the best of its type in Australia. The museum contains an extensive historical farming machinery display and several buildings relating to the colonial era. Jeparit has significant wetlands in the area with a diverse bird population. The nearby Birdcage Flora and Fauna Reserve is also well worth visiting.Tourist/Visitor Centre Hindmarsh Shire Council92 Nelson StreetNhill, VIC 3418P: 03 5391 4429Casual Parking Roy & Broadway StShort Term Parking Wimmera Mallee Pioneer Museum, Charles St, Jeparit, (24hrs), pets ok, bins, nil chargeLong Term Parking Four Mile Beach, Lake Hindmarsh, pets ok, charges apply (payable to Hindmarsh Shire Council)Dump Point Lower Roy St, JeparitPotable Water Lower Roy St, JeparitHospital Charles St, Jeparit, 03 5397 2021Doctors Surgery 2 Charles St, Jeparit, 03 5396 5506Pharmacy Rainbow Community Pharmacy, 42 Roy St, Jeparit, 03 5397 2025Supermarket Jeparit Supermarket, 52 Roy St, Jeparit, 03 5397 2036

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SOUTH AUSTRALIA

Barmera - SA RVFT

Barmera is located in the Riverland region of South Australia, 220 kilometres north-east of Adelaide. Situated adjacent to Lake Bonney, the natural sparkling freshwater lake is fed from the mighty Murray River and is an excellent spot for aquatic activities such as fishing, sailing, wind surfing, kite surfing and canoeing. Bruce Oval, located on Sims St in Barmera, provides free access to a dump point and potable water. Travellers can also stay at the Oval for up to 96 hours for a cost of just $5 per vehicle per night (payable to Barmera VIC). Bins are provided and pets on a lead are permitted.While in town, be sure to take the time to enjoy the Barmera Heritage Walk and Drive Tour to get to know the town. The Country Music Hall of Fame displays extensive memorabilia for all music lovers and is another must see when visiting Barmera.Tourist/Visitor Centre Barwell Ave, Barmera SAPh: 08 8588 2289vic@barmeratourism.com.auwww.barmeratourism.com.au Casual Parking Pascoe Terrace, W of Barmera VIC & a short walk to the CBDShort & Long Term Parking Bruce Oval, Sims St, Barmera SA, $5.00 pvpn payable to Barmera VIC, (96hr), bins, water, pets on lead OKDump Point Bruce Oval, Sims St, Barmera SAPotable Water Bruce Oval, Sims St, Barmera SA, 20m S of dump pointHospital Hawdon St, Barmera SA, Ph: 08 8588 0400Doctors Surgery Hawdon St, Barmera SA, Ph: 08 8588 2040; Riverland Family Practice, Scott Ave, Barmera SA, Ph: 08 8588 0465Dentist Barmera Dental Clinic, 36 Dickerson St, Barmera SA, Ph: 08 8588 2267Pharmacy Barmera Pharmacy, 20 Barwell Ave, Barmera SA, Ph: 08 8588 2363Supermarket Big River Supermarket, Barwell Ave, Barmera SA, Ph: 08 8588 2277

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