RV Friendlies & Events

Kimba is a rural service town on the Eyre Highway, sitting at the top of the Eyre Peninsula. The town is widely renowned for the ‘big galah’, which stands 7 metres tall on the side of the highway. The ‘big galah’ marks the halfway point between the east and west coasts of Australia.For those travelling along the Eyre Highway and looking for a place to stop, the Lions Park offers free short-term parking. There is no cost to stay on-site, and access to toilets, a BBQ area and gazebo is available. Please note there is no power available. A dump point is available for use at Kimba Recreation Reserve and potable water is also available on-site.Kimba is the eastern gateway to the spectacular Gawler Ranges. Only a 100 kilometres drive north-west, visitors have the chance to experience the open spaces and solitude of the outback. Gawler Ranges Visitor Information Bay on Railway Terrace is a uniquely designed structure displaying directions and features of the Gawler Ranges National Park.Kmabi is a multi-award winning free camp and named in the hall of fame for the Grey Nomads Awards, camp kitchen with access to free hot plate bbqs, hot & cold running water in the kitchen for dishes, graveled parking to minimize dust, toilets, coin-operated showers, mega mural, pet friendly, dump point, portable water, access to community clubs and within walking distance of the township.Tourist/Visitor Centre       Council Office, 9 Cross St, Kimba SAPh: 08 8627 2335www.kimba.sa.gov.auCasual Parking       Cross St, High St, Park Tce & South Tce, North TceShort Term Parking           Lions Park, Park Terrace & Recreation Reserve, North TerraceLong Term Parking            Recreation Reserve, Old Pinkawillinie School site & Lake GilliesDump Point  Recreation Reserve Free Camp, North Tce, Kimba - free of charge, clearly identifiable and plenty of space to pull up along side to use Potable Water          Recreation Reserve Free Camp, North Tce, Kimba - free of charge, clearly identifiable and plenty of space to pull up along side to fill a water tankHospital        Martin Terrace, Ph: 08 8627 2400Doctors Surgery     Martin Terrace, Ph: 08 8627 2500Pharmacy     46 High St, Ph: 08 8627 2060Supermarket            IGA Friendly/Newsagency, High St, Ph: 08 8627 2006; IGA Everyday, Sth Tce, Ph: 08 8627 2015

Lawrence is a small town in the Clarence Valley of New South Wales, located 647 kilometres north of Sydney and 283 kilometres south of Brisbane. It can be accessed by the Lawrence Car Ferry from Woodford Island, or by driving 30 kilometres north from Grafton.The tavern is offering parking for RVs at the rear of the property for up to 5 nights. Pets on leads are welcome, and showers, toilets, bins, water and power are available. There is no cost to stay, however a donation to the tavern is requested.The Lawrence Tavern has a fun and family friendly atmosphere, offering lunch seven days a week and dinner Tuesday to Sunday. With regular entertainment and activities such as raffles and the fishing club weigh in, there’s always a good reason to stop in, Lawrence Tavern is a perfect spot to relax with a cold beer or wine while overlooking the river.Address: 19 Bridge St, LawrencePhone: 02 6647 7213Cost: Donation $10pvpnParking: Pets on lead, showers, bins, toilets, power, water, 5 nightsOpening Hours: 8am-10pm 7 days, lunch 7 days, dinner Tuesday - Sunday

Tarpeena Sports Ground is located in the town of Tarpeena, in the Limestone Coast region of South Australia, and is situated on the Riddock Highway between Penola and Mount Gambier.For those travelling to Tarpeena, parking is available for self-contained vehicles only at Tarpeena Sports Ground for up to 7 days, with the request that guests leave a donation to Progress Association. Access to bins, toilets, covered seating, barbecue and potable water is available. A dump point is also located on-site. Cost: Donation to Progress Association appreciatedParking: Self-contained vehicles only, 7 days, pets on lead, mobile coverage, bins, toilets, covered seating, BBQ, waterOpening Hours: 7 days