RV Friendlies & Events

Nhill is a thriving country town located halfway between Melbourne and Adelaide that offers visitors a picturesque backdrop. Nhill is surrounded by beautiful national parks. In 1897, a major tornado swept through Nhill destroying most of the town. The post office, built in 1887, survived the tornado and still stands today. The town’s commercial centre boasts attractive parks, and gardens within the median strip. Short-term parking is available for self-contained vehicles at Nhill Aerodrome, free of charge and has a time limit of 96 hours. Bins and toilets are accessible at this location, and pets on leads are permitted.Nhill is definitely worth a visit, as the quaint little town has ample events and places of interest. The Nhill Aviation Heritage Centre is located at the nearby airport, and here guests can view displays of aircraft undergoing restoration. The Nhill show is held in October each year and attracts many visitors to town. The show consists of rides, show animals, farm machinery, horse riding shows and numerous other activities, all of which conclude with a fantastic fireworks display. Tourist/Visitor Information CentreNhill Tourist Information CentreGoldsworthy Park, Victoria St NhillPh: 03 5391 3086www.hindmarsh.vic.gov.auCasual Parking (near retail centre)Victoria St, Opposite Home HardwareShort Term ParkingNhill Aerodrome, Nhill Airport Aerodrome Rd - 96hrs, self-contained vehicles only, pets on lead, mobile coverage, bins, toilets, nil charge.Dump PointNhill Aerodrome, Aerodrome RdLat: -36.334933, Long: 141.648425Potable WaterVictoria St day time parking areaHospital43-51 Nelson St, Ph: 03 5391 4222Doctors Surgery45 Nelson St, Ph: 03 5391 1900Dentist43-51 Nelson St, Ph: 03 5391 4222Pharmacy21 Victoria St, Ph: 03 5391 1456Supermarket90 Nelson St, Ph: 03 5391 2005

Heywood is a small country town situated on the Fitzroy River, 352 kilometres south-west of Melbourne, Victoria. The town was settled by Europeans in the mid-1800s, however prior to this it was occupied by the Gunditjmara people. To the north and east of Heywood is the Budj Bim National Heritage Landscape, containing possibly the worlds’ oldest and most extensive aquaculture and human settlement sites.On the last Saturday in February each year, Heywood comes to life with the ‘Wood, Wine and Roses Festival’. The festival showcases the art and craft of the region, holding competitions for best cut flowers, crafts, painting, woodwork and photography. Gourmet food and wine stalls are available, along with entertainment, parades and rides. It is a fun-filled day for both visitors and locals of all ages.The campsite on Hunter Street East allows parking for up to 48 hours, with a dump point, potable water and bins provided. There is no cost to stay and pets are permitted on leads.Tourist/Visitor Information Centre        Portland Visitor Information CentreLee Breakwater Rd, Portland VICP: 03 5522 2130www.glenelg.vic.gov.auCasual Parking (near retail centre)Apex Park, Cameron St, HeywoodShort Term Parking           Hunter St East, Heywood, (48hrs), bins, water, pets on lead, nil chargeDump Point  Hunter St East, Heywood (Lat Long: -38.1311, 141.6327)Potable Water          Hunter St East, HeywoodHospital        21-23 Barclay St, Heywood, ph 03 5527 0555Doctors Surgery     21-23 Barclay St, Heywood, ph 03 5527 0555Pharmacy     Keatings Pharmacy, 63-65 Edgar St, Heywood, ph 03 5527 1683Supermarket            Daly’s IGA, 60/64 Edgar St, Heywood, ph 03 5527 2286

Corrigin is an agricultural town built on golden grain and sheep farms. Once known as ‘A Town of Windmills’ due to the abundant supply of underground water, today the town is a buzzing hub for grain production. Only 235km south-east of Perth on the Brookton Highway, Corrigin is a friendly farming community situated in the Central Wheatbelt. If you happen to be passing through town, make the most of the 48hr stopover at the Walton Street Parking Bay. There is no cost to stay at this short-term parking bay, and vehicles must be self-contained. Pets are permitted on leads, and toilets are available for use. A dump point is available at the parking bay, while potable water needs to be accessed at O’Shea Place (Corrigin Recreational & Events Centre).Even with its warm and welcoming community, Corrigin is also lucky enough to begin and end each day with breathtaking displays in the sky and ever-changing landscapes. The town’s eateries offer delicious meals and coffee, as well as delicious treats to tempt your sweet tooth. There is much to explore around the local area including the Corrigin Wildflower drive, various scenic lookouts and Gorge Rock.Tourist/Visitor Information Centre        Corrigin Community Resource Centre & Visitor Information55 Larke Cres, CorriginPh: 08 9063 2778www.corrigin.wa.gov.auCasual Parking (near retail centre)       Walton St parking bay, near corner of Campbell StShort Term Parking           Walton St Parking Bay48hrs, nil charge, self-contained vehicles only, pets on lead, bins, toiletsDump Point  Walton St Parking BayLat: -32.331295Long: 117.873167Potable Water          O’Shea Place (Corrigin Recreational & Events Centre)55 Larke CresHospital        49 Kirkwood St – Ph: 08 9063 0333Doctors Surgery     5 Murphy St – Ph: 08 9063 2107Dentist           45 Kirkwood St – Ph: 08 9063 2323Pharmacy     4 Campbell St – Ph: 08 9063 2094Supermarket            IGA, 8 Campbell St – Ph: 08 9063 2008Katem’s Supermarket, 10a Campbell St – Ph: 08 9063 2010