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Donald is located on the Richardson River in Victoria and is 282 kilometres from Melbourne at the junction of Sunraysia Highway and Borung Highway. The district is part of the Murray Basin, which in volcanic times was an inland sea. A large quantity of salt still remains beneath the surface creating challenges for farmers. In the sea were islands of hard stone, which now appear as small hills. The town is named after William Donald, a Scottish pastoralist who first settled the area in 1844. The railway reached Donald in 1882 and for many years it was a mainstay of the local shopkeepers, as the regular wages of the railway workers kept them solvent while waiting for the ‘after harvest’ payments of the struggling selectors. Donald is a traditional cereal growing area for wheat and barley as well as prime lambs and wool.Those visiting Donald can find short-term parking for up to 72 hours at the Byrne St Rest Area. Both the dump point and potable water can be found at Donald Caravan Park, 2 Corack Rd.Granite Rocks Reserve is a popular attraction for visitors and great place to picnic, featuring an outcrop of large granite rocks overlooking a spectacular 360 degree view of the surrounding farmlands. Self-drive sight-seeing tour guides are available from the community centre. These drives visit local tourist attractions such as, Georgie’s Hut, Lake Gil Gil, Mt Jeffcott Flora Reserve and Jeffcott Range. Annual events include the Australian Off Road Racing in the first week of April, Donald Agricultural Show in October, and Donald Cup held in November.Tourist/Visitor Centre       Donald VIC, 31 Woods St, Donald VICPh: 03 5497 1707Email: dlg@gjr.net.auwww.donald.org.auCasual Parking       Byrne St (behind the McCulloch St Mall)Short Term Parking           Byrne St Rest Area, (72hr)Long Term Parking            Donald Caravan Park, 2 Corack Rd, pwr $20 pvpn; unpwr $15.00 pvpn, Ph: 03 5497 1764Dump Point  Donald Caravan Park, 2 Corack RdPotable Water          Woods St or Donald Caravan ParkHospital        Aitken Ave, Ph: 03 5478 6200Doctors Surgery     7 McCracken Ave, Ph: 03 5497 1100Pharmacy     62 Woods St, Ph: 03 5497 1240Supermarket            IGA, 41 Woods St, Ph: 03 5497 1110

Moulamein is part of the Wakool Shire and is situated on the banks of the Edwards River and Billabong Creek, 70 kilometres from Barham and Swan Hill. Moulamein has a population of around 500 and is the oldest town in the Riverina, with grain being the main produce. It is a popular camping and fishing destination all year round with plenty of waterside camping options.Those travelling to Moulamein can find three short-term parking options available in town; Brougham Street, Carne Street and Morago Street. All parking options are free of charge and have a time limit of 96 hours.Tourist attractions include the historic wharf where paddle steamers used to drop off and pick up supplies, the old courthouse which is now a museum, the Mooloomoon Woolshed which was the first along the river to unload wool bales straight onto paddle steamers, the grain storage facility, art gallery, the Old Bullock Dray and Moulamein Lake is a great venue for water sports. Local events include monthly fishing competitions and an old-world collectables fair, the Moulamein horse races in December, sheep dog trials in September, a bowls tournament over the June long weekend and yabby races and a duathlon during the Easter holidays.Tourist/Visitor Centre       Visitor Information Board located at Café on Triangle ParkMorago St, Moulamein NSWCasual Parking       Carne St, Morago St & Baratta StShort & Long Term Parking        Brougham St, Carne St & Morago St (96hr) no feesDump Point  Patterson St off Moulamein Rd, between Tallow St & Sainsberry StPotable Water          Patterson St off Moulamein Rd, between Tallow St & Sainsberry StHospital        Local ambulance in town 24/7, nearest hospital Swan Hill (70km)Pharmacy     Swan HillSupermarket            IGA, Morago St, Ph: 03 5887 5008

Keith is a small farming town in the south-east of South Australia, 225 kilometres from Adelaide. Located at the intersection of the Dukes Highway and the Riddoch Highway, Keith is known as the gateway to the Limestone Coast. The township of Keith was proclaimed in 1889 with agriculture as its base. The region was once known as the Ninety Mile Desert however thanks to modern farming techniques it has been transformed. The underground aquifer allows for significant irrigation to take place in the area. Local artist James Darling created a water feature titled ‘Circle Work’ in the town centre. The art piece celebrates the vital cycle of water through the Australian landscape. Keith is known as the Lucerne capital of Australia. Herds of sheep and cattle make up the majority of livestock while crops of wheat, barley, small seeds and olives are also grown.Visitors to Keith can find short and long-term parking at Keith Showground, cnr Emu Flat Rd & Showground Pde. Sites are available for $15 per vehicle per night and stays are limited to 72 hours. Permits are obtainable from the caretaker & include access to toilets, potable water & showers.Keith has many attractions including museums, vineyards, wineries, art galleries, parks and gardens. Mount Monster and Ngarkat Conservation Parks are home to western grey kangaroos and emu as well as more than 120 species of birds. A number of walking trails provide close encounters with the wildlife. Panoramic views from Mount Monster showcase the spectacular beauty of the surrounding areas. The annual Keith Show is held in early October and exhibitions include livestock, poultry, produce arts and crafts, show dogs, equestrian events and more.Tourist/Visitor Centre       43 Woolshed St, Bordertown SAPh: 08 8752 0700bordertownvic@tatiara.sa.gov.auwww.visittatiara.sa.gov.auCasual Parking       Tolmer Terrace, adj to Heritage St & Anzac TerraceShort Term Parking           Keith Showground, cnr Emu Flat Rd & Showground Pde, (72hr), $15.00pvpn unpowered & $25pvpn powered, permit obtainable from caretaker & incl access to toilets, potable water & showers. Ph:0428 124 093. All travellers welcome.Dump Point  Keith Caravan Park, Naracoorte RdPotable Water          Keith Caravan Park, Naracoorte RdHospital        35 Hill Ave, Ph: 08 8755 1555Doctors Surgery     35 Hill Ave, Ph: 08 8755 1766Dentist           Tolmer Terrace, Ph: 08 8755 1835Pharmacy     26 Hender St, Ph: 08 8755 1259Supermarket            IGA, 35 Hender St, Ph: 08 8755 1270