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Warragamba is located on the eastern edge of the Blue Mountains and is a one-and-a-half-hour drive west of Sydney. The name Warragamba comes from the Aboriginal words Warra and Gamba, meaning water running over rocks. This town is home to Warragamba Dam, the source of Sydney’s water supply.For RV travellers passing through this small town, short-term parking is available at the Warragamba Recreation Reserve. There is no cost for parking and access to bins, toilets, barbecue and water is available. Vehicles must be self-contained, pets are allowed but must be kept inside the vehicle or on a lead at all times.Warragamba Dam is the largest concrete dam in Australia and one of the largest domestic water supply dams in the world. The dam grounds are open to the public and offer a visitor centre, Water for Life exhibition, viewing platforms and several visitor facilities.Tourist/Visitor Information CentreWollondilly Shire Council Visitor Information Centre62 Menangle St, PictonPh: 02 4677 8313www.visitwollondilly.com.auCasual Parking (near retail centre)Warragamba Recreation Reserve, Farnsworth AveShort Term ParkingWarragamba Recreation Reserve, Farnsworth Ave48hrs, self-contained vehicles only, nil charge, mobile coverage, bins, toilets, BBQ, water, covered seating. Pets are allowed but must be kept inside the vehicle or on a lead at all times.Dump PointWarragamba Recreation Reserve, Farnsworth Ave-33.89363, 150.60124Potable WaterWarragamba Recreation Reserve, Farnsworth AveHospitalNearest hospital is at Penrith or CamdenDoctors Surgery39 Fourteenth St, Warragamba Ph: 02 4774 0008DentistNearest dentist is at WallaciaPharmacy25B Fourteenth St, Warragamba Ph: 02 4774 1013Supermarket3/2320 Silverdale Rd, Silverdale – Ph: 02 4774 1986

Springsure is located 66km south of Emerald on the Gregory Highway. Overlooking the town is the unusual escarpment range, Mt Zamia. On the eastern side of the range is Virgin Rock, acquiring its name from the weathered likeness of the Virgin Mary holding her child, depicted in the niche of the rock. Take a drive out to the Lions Park, on the northern side of town, to view this breathtaking sight lit up at night. The Bauhinia Shire has one of the highest percentages of National Parks of any Shire in Queensland.   Those visiting Springsure can find short-term parking for up to 24 hours at Virgin Rock Rest Area, located along the Gregory Hwy. Potable water and a dump point are both located at the showgrounds.Minerva Hills, just 10 minutes’ drive from Springsure, overlooks the town, offering spectacular views from several lookouts. Carnarvon is the most popular inland National Park featuring sandstone gorges, crystal clear streams and plenty of ferns, palms and trees. The Staircase Range was built in the 1880s by the Chinese to service the new settlements of the area and is a testament to the pioneering spirit of early road builders. With so many national parks to explore, Springsure is the place to make your base and experience the amazing natural beauty of the region.Tourist/Visitor Centre       Wool Shed & Tourist Info, SpringsurePh: 07 4984 1961Casual Parking       William St; Charles St; Pophyry StShort Term Parking           Lions Park Rest Area (Virgin Rock), Gregory Hwy, toilets, water, BBQDump Point  Springsure Showgrounds, Barcoo StPotable Water          William St; Springsure Showgrounds, Barcoo StHospital        21 Woodbine St, Ph: 07 4984 1200Doctors Surgery     39 Wood St, Ph: 07 4984 1477Pharmacy     Eclipse St, Ph: 07 4984 1472Supermarket            Spar, 71 Eclipse St, Ph: 07 4984 1151