RV Friendlies & Events

The Commercial Hotel is located 18 kilometres south-east of Gunnedah just off the Kamilaroi Highway. With fantastic food and great beer in the heart of the Liverpool Plains, what more could you want when searching for an overnight stay. The Hotel provides RV parking to self-contained vehicles for a negotiated length of time. Access to showers and toilets is available, and pets are permitted on leads. There is no cost to stay, however patronage of the hotel is appreciated. A country welcome awaits the weary traveller at this historic country pub that was built back in 1912. Enjoy the relaxed atmosphere with friendly staff to serve you a delightful selection of beverages. Meals are available and the menu offers home style, hearty meals and seasonal specials.

Situated on the fringe of the Hunter Valley's wine country, between Kurri Kurri and Cessnock, RV travellers can find a perfect place to park at the Abermain Bowling and Recreation Club.Self-contained vehicles can park on-site (entry is through the members’ car park), where the grassy area at the rear of the car park has room for up to seven vehicles. Awnings cannot be opened, but pets on a lead are permitted. Parking is provided for up to 72 hours free of charge.The friendly club has all the regular facilities including a bistro, which is open for lunch and dinner from Tuesday through to Sunday. With six beers on tap, a TAB lounge, KENO, pool table and dart boards, it's the perfect place to escape for a refreshing drink in your down time. The club opens at 10am daily, seven days a week.Address: Cnr Armidale St & Goulburn St, AbermainCost: Nil chargeParking: Entry through member's car park, grassy area at rear of car park, 72hrs, awnings not to be opened, room for 7 vehicles up to 7m, pets on leadOpening Hours: 10am to 11pm

Devonport is a city located in Northern Tasmania, at the mouth of the Mersey River, and is where you will disembark from the Spirit of Tasmania. For a touch of history, the Maritime Museum & Historical Society features a display of detailed models from the days of sail and the age of steam to the present seagoing passenger ferries. The Don River Railway Museum has the largest collection of steam locomotives and passenger carriages in Tasmania; the trains run daily along the Don River. Built in 1916, Home Hill is a National Trust property containing many interesting and historic mementos of Tasmania’s only Prime Minister, Joseph Lyons. The Tiagarra Aboriginal Cultural Centre portrays the life of tribal Tasmanian Aborigines in dioramas.Those visiting Devonport can find short term parking at Horsehead Creek, Devonport Rd. Sites are available for $10 per vehicle per night with permits obtainable from the Visitor Information Centre. Please note stays are limited to 3 nights.  A dump point can be located just across the road from Horsehead Creek and potable water can be found Atkenhead Point Car Park on Victoria Parade.Devonport is your starting point to explore the friendly state of Tasmania, with plenty of things to do and ample flora and fauna on offer. Close to Devonport is the Tasmanian Arboretum in Eugenana. Although this has some native animals such as platypus, the feature is the 47ha collection of native trees. Also, near Devonport is Braddon's Lookout, offering a view of the coast. Those wanting to take in even more of the scenery can book on one of the sight-seeing flights at Devonport airport. Other great places to visit include the Devonport Regional Gallery and the Pandemonium Discovery & Adventure Centre. The Australian Weaving Mills Factory Outlet is just the place to pick up discounted towels and manchester. Devonport’s Farmer’s Market is held on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month at the Showgrounds. Local produce ranging from fruit and vegetables to jams and relishes are on sale.Tourist/Visitor Centre       Devonport VIC, Paranaple Arts Centre, 145 Rooke St DevonportPh: 03 6420 2900www.visitdevonport.com.au.Casual Parking       Paid parking at Fenton Way, between Best St & Oldaker St Victoria Parade boat ramp parking area. Access is via the northern entrance and is signposted accordingly.Short Term Parking           Horsehead Creek, Devonport Rd, (max 3 nights), permit from VIC by calling 03 6420 2900 with card payment, $10 pn.Dump Point  Devonport Rd - opposite Horse Head CreekLat: -41.199853 Long: 146.355346Potable Water          Atkenhead Point Car Park, Victoria Pde, DevonportLat: -41.166562Long: 146.36491837-49 Mersey Main Rd, SpreytonNear gymnastics clubHospital        Bass Hwy, Latrobe, Ph: 03 6426 5111 (7km E)Doctors Surgery     8 Wenvoe st, Ph: 03 6422 6200Dentist           51 Best Street, Ph: 03 6423 1516; 3 Barker Street, Ph: 03 6424 5486Pharmacy     56-58 Rooke St,Ph: 03 6424 1591; 155 William St, Ph: 03 6424 4233Supermarket            Coles, Best St, Ph: 03 6424 6510; Woolworths, Best St, Ph: 03 6424 8733