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Northam is a charming regional town in Western Australia’s Avon Valley, around 90 minutes east of Perth. Nestled along the banks of the Avon River, it blends country tranquility with historic character - home to beautifully preserved heritage buildings, scenic walking trails, and one of Australia’s longest pedestrian suspension bridges.RV travellers visiting Northam will find convenient facilities designed to make their stay comfortable and hassle-free. Short-term parking is available at Northam RV Park located at 55 Mitchell Avenue. This RV park offers a peaceful spot to stay for up to 48 hours free of charge. The site includes bins, potable water, and is pet-friendly (with pets to be kept on a lead). For waste disposal, dump points are available both at Northam RV Park and on Peel Terrace.There’s plenty to see and do around Northam, making it a rewarding stop for travellers exploring Western Australia’s Avon Valley. Take in the town’s heritage charm with a stroll along Fitzgerald Street, where beautifully restored buildings tell stories of the region’s past, or cross the Avon River Suspension Bridge, one of the longest pedestrian bridges in Australia. Adventure seekers can experience breathtaking views from a hot-air balloon ride at sunrise, while nature lovers will enjoy spotting native birdlife along the Avon River Walk Trail. Tourist/Visitor Information Centre         Northam Visitor Information Centre2 Grey St, Northam WAPh: 08 9622 2100www.northam.wa.gov.au/visit/Casual Parking (near retail centre)      Bernard Park, Minson AveShort Term Parking Northam RV Park, 55 Mitchell Ave48hrs, bins, water, nil charge, pets on leadDump PointNortham RV Park, 55 Mitchell Ave, Lat: -31.65787 Long: 116.66021 andPeel Terrace (opposite Maccas) Lat: -31.64949 Long: 116.67762Potable Water        Northam RV Park, 55 Mitchell AveHospital       Northam Health Service50 Robinsons StPh: 08 9690 1300Doctors Surgery    There are multiple GP practices in NorthamDentist         Avon Valley Dental:  Duke St, Ph: 08 9622 1245Northam Dental Surgery:  Fitzgerald St, Ph: 08 9622 1801Pharmacy    Discount Drug Stores: Fitzgerald St, Ph: 08 9622 1521Good Price Pharmacy Warehouse: Fitzgerald St, Ph: 08 96221644Wheatbelt Health Centre Pharmacy: Holtfreter Ave, Ph: 08 9622 7905Supermarket          Aldi: Beamish AveColes: Beamish AveWoolworths: Fitzgerald St

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

Whyalla is located 396km north-west of Adelaide and is the largest city in the Upper Spencer Gulf region. The town was founded in 1906 and was originally named Hummock Hill, and it was not until 1914 the town was renamed as Whyalla and was established as a port to ship iron. For a long time Whyalla was a steel and shipbuilding hub and is now experiencing a tourism renaissance based on its proud industrial history and natural phenomena, including the annual spawning of giant, luminescent cuttlefish each winter.Those visiting Whyalla can find short term parking at Weerona Bay Football & Sports Club, Stuart Park, Cartledge Ave for $10 per vehicle per night. There are no other facilities available here and parking is limited to 7 days. A dump point and potable water can be located at Jubilee Park, Jenkins Ave. Whyalla boasts a fabulous Mediterranean style climate that provides around 300 days of clear and sunny skies each year, making this city the perfect place to visit. Spend a lazy afternoon swimming or windsurfing at the local beach, or fishing from the nearby jetty. At low tide, walk out to the ‘blue line’ to search for crabs. A short drive from town is the beautiful Point Lowly Peninsula and Lighthouse - the oldest building in the area. You can experience the heritage of the area at the Whyalla Martime Museum, featuring the largest permanently land-locked warship in Australia, or take a fully guided tour of the vast OneSteel Whyalla steelworks. As the regional shopping centre for the area, Whyalla has all the facilities you would expect from a major shopping area, with service stations open 24 hours a day, a myriad of dining venues and many other facilities. Tourist/Visitor Centre       Lincoln Hwy, Whyalla SAPh: 08 8645 7900www.whyalla.comCasual Parking       Jamieson St, between McBryde Tce & Horwood StShort Term Parking           Stuart Park (Weeroona Bay Football Club) Cartledge Ave, $10 pn, (7 days)Long Term Parking            Point Lowly Campground $5 pn, 14 days.Dump Point  Jubilee Park Showgrounds, Jenkins AvePotable Water          Jubilee Park, Jenkins Ave; Southern Information Bay, Lincoln Hwy; Point Lowly Campground; Whyalla Foreshore Marina, fish wash down tableHospital        Wood Terrace, Ph: 08 8648 8300Doctors Surgery     For Medical Services enquire at VICDentist           10 Forsyth St, Ph: 08 8644 0215; Playford Ave, Ph: 08 8645 8777; 55-59 Norrie Ave, Ph: 08 8645 9000; Cnr Nicholson & McDouall-Stuart Ave; (Westlands Shopping Centre), Ph: 08 8645 5045Pharmacy     Coles, Westland Shopping Centre, Ph: 08 8645 9033 Supermarket IGA, McRitchie Cres, Ph: 08 8649 3003; Jenkins Friendly Grocer, Jenkins Ave, Ph: 08 8645 0692; OneStop Foodland, Flinders Ave, Ph: 08 8649 3100; Whyalla Foodland, Essington Lewis Ave, Ph: 08 8645 3300; Woolworths, Westland Shopping Centre, Ph: 08 8644 1677; Woolworths, Viscount Slim Ave, Ph: 08 8645 7851