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Featured RV Friendly Events

WESTERN AUSTRALIA
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Dowerin Field Days

Event date: 26 - 27 August 2026

The Dowerin Machinery Field Days is one of Western Australia’s largest and longest-running agricultural events, held each August in the Wheatbelt town of Dowerin. It brings together farmers, industry leaders, and the public to explore the latest in farm machinery, technology, and agribusiness. Alongside the big equipment displays, the event features livestock exhibits, demonstrations, lifestyle and leisure stalls, educational displays, and services for rural communities. Attracting thousands of visitors and hundreds of exhibitors, the Field Days are both a major showcase for innovation in agriculture and a community-driven event that supports local projects.

QUEENSLAND
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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!

NSW
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Coonamble Rodeo and Campdraft

Dates: 05/06/2026 - 08/06/2026

Coonamble Rodeo & Campdraft is one of Australia’s most iconic country sporting events and the largest combined rodeo and campdraft in the Southern Hemisphere

Off-site camping primitive camping facilities are available directly across from the Coonamble Showground. 

$20 per person for the weekend.


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
QUEENSLAND
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Royal Hotel Tiaro - QLD RVFD

Tiaro is a small town set on the Mary River, 27 kilometres south of Maryborough, and is situated 50 metres off the Bruce Highway. It is predominantly a timber and farming community, however its location on the Queensland Coastal Highway makes it a popular destination for travellers.Royal Hotel offers RV travellers free overnight parking at the rear of the hotel. The hotel serves daily meals and also has an adjoining bottle shop.The Royal Hotel is known in the Maryborough Fraser Coast region as an excellent venue for live music. Monthly jam sessions are held on the first Saturday of the month and are a very popular event. Cost: Nil chargeParking: Rear of hotelOpening Hours: Bar 10am till late, lunch 12pm-2pm, dinner 5pm - 7.30pm
WESTERN AUSTRALIA
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Beacon - WA RVFT

Beacon is a small country town located in the north-east Wheatbelt and sits approximately 70 kilometres south of the Emu Proof Fence. The area primarily produces wheat and coarse grains and is known for its cattle and sheep farming. However, it once had a thriving Sandalwood industry. Beacon offers safe and secure parking at the Beacon Caravan Park. Unpowered sites are available for $11 per vehicle per night and powered sites are available for $26 per vehicle per night. The park provides visitors with access to showers, bins, toilets and barbecues. A dump point is located at the carpark opposite the Beacon Co-op, and potable water can also be sourced at this location. For those looking to explore the area, a visit to Billiburning Rock and Nature Reserve is a must – the natural beauty of the area is breathtaking. Beacon is also well-known for its spectacular wildflowers, when the correct opening season rain occurs. Tourist/Visitor Information CentreBeacon Central Community Resource Centre11 Rowlands St, BeaconPh: 08 9686 1014www.beaconwa.com.au/information-centre.htmlCasual Parking (near retail centre)Lucas St, across the road from the Beacon Co-opShort & Long Term ParkingBeacon Caravan ParkLucas St, Beacon – Ph: 08 9686 1057 or 0488 025 853Please contact in advance for weekend bookings.$11pvpn non-power $26pvpn power. Showers, bins, toilets, covered seating, BBQ, water, negotiable stay limitDump PointCarpark opposite Beacon Co-op, Lewis St Lat: -30.451201, Long: 117.863228Potable WaterCarpark opposite Beacon Co-op, Lewis St HospitalNearest hospital is at KununoppinDoctors SurgeryVisit each Wednesday at Beacon Silver Chain, Lindsay St Ph: 08 9686 1020PharmacyScripts can be dropped off at the Bencubbin Post Office and delivered the next day if requiredSupermarketLucas St, Beacon opposite tourist bay – Ph: 08 9686 1057