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Featured RV Friendly Events

WESTERN AUSTRALIA

Dowerin Field Days

Event date: 26 - 27 August 2026

The Dowerin Machinery Field Days is one of Western Australia’s largest and longest-running agricultural events, held each August in the Wheatbelt town of Dowerin. It brings together farmers, industry leaders, and the public to explore the latest in farm machinery, technology, and agribusiness. Alongside the big equipment displays, the event features livestock exhibits, demonstrations, lifestyle and leisure stalls, educational displays, and services for rural communities. Attracting thousands of visitors and hundreds of exhibitors, the Field Days are both a major showcase for innovation in agriculture and a community-driven event that supports local projects.

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Kakadu Bird Week

Dates: 23-27/09/2026

Home to more than a third of Australia's bird species, Kakadu is a bird lover's paradise. It's the perfect place to discover and learn about the unique birdlife of this magical part of the world, which is dual World Heritage-listed for both its natural and cultural values.

Kurrung season is a great time to visit Kakadu — expect hot weather, fewer crowds and more wildlife

Event is across Kakadu with different activities running on different days. Check the website for details!

Hotel Pickups for activities: Kakadu Lodge (5.50 am), Anbinik (5.55 am), Croc Hotel (6 am)

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QUEENSLAND

Vision Splendid Outback Film Festival

Event date: 26 June - 5 July 2026

The Vision Splendid Outback Film Festival is Australia’s only Outback film festival and the world’s only festival dedicated to profiling and supporting the Australian film industry. Held in Winton, Queensland, this family-friendly festival offers an immersive experience that caters to diverse audiences, celebrating Australian storytelling against the stunning backdrop of the Outback.

The festival’s dynamic program features themed special events, Breakfast with the Stars, the unique Silent Night Experience, film-student-led Short Film Competition and film location tours. These engaging activities allow visitors to connect deeply with Australian cinema and culture. The festival also plays a vital role in the industry by supporting Queensland and Australian filmmakers, often providing premiere screenings for local productions that face distribution challenges.

Showcasing the best new Australian films alongside a retrospective program, the Vision Splendid Outback Film Festival ensures that authentic Australian stories reach appreciative audiences.

A highlight of the festival is its venue—the historic Royal Theatre, Winton’s open-air theatre. Established in 1918, it is one of only two remaining open-air theatres in Australia, making it a must-visit destination for film lovers and history buffs alike.

Experience the magic of Australian cinema under the Outback stars at the Vision Splendid Outback Film Festival, where stories come to life in the heart of Queensland.

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Featured RV Friendly Towns & Destinations

QUEENSLAND

Julia Creek - QLD RVFT

Julia Creek, known as ‘The Gateway to the Gulf’, is a very friendly town located on the Overlander's Way (Flinders Highway), 650 kilometres west of Townsville and 250 kilometres east of Mount Isa. The town is at the centre of the Great Artesian Basin (GAB), which is one of the largest artesian groundwater basins in the world. The district's main industries are cattle, sheep and silver and lead mining. The Julia Creek Information Centre, at the corner of Burke and Quarrell Streets, has a large range of travel brochures covering North West Queensland’s outback. Whilst there, have a look at the mounted Julia Creek Dunnart Display. Only found in the Mitchell Grass downs of North West Queensland, the Julia Creek Dunnart (Sminthopsis douglasi) is a small, nocturnal, insect-eating marsupial thought to be extinct until 1992, and now considered an endangered species. In the late afternoon, take a stroll along the nature trail to enjoy the wonderful birdlife, or watch the sunset while relaxing in the caravan park’s naturally heated artesian spa. A 30m wineglass shaped water tower can be seen up to 20 kms away from Julia Creek, with the blue coloured feature lighting installed creating a visual effect.Those visiting Julia Creek can find short-term parking for up to 96 hours at Julia Creek RV Friendly camping area. Permits are requirement to stay, and these are obtainable from the Julia Creek Visitor Information Centre, located in Burke Street. A dump point and potable water are accessible at the Race Course.Whether you’re looking for fun, or simply have a hankering to see the country behind the main roads, you can find it at Julia Creek.Tourist/Visitor Centre Julia Creek VIC, 34 Burke St, Julia Creek QLDPh: 07 4746 7690tourism@mckinlay.qld.gov.auwww.atthecreek.com.auCasual Parking Burke St, Julia St & side streetsShort Term Parking Julia Creek RV Friendly camping area, permit avail from VIC, self-contained vehicles only. On board showers are also essential at this site. (96hr)Dump Point Hickman St; Race Course, Julia Creek Caravan Park and Mclntyre Park (Showground)Potable Water Race Course; Picnic Area; Peter Dawes Park; Lions Park; Julia Creek BPHospital Burke St, Ph: 07 4746 4000Doctors Surgery Quarrell St, Ph: 07 4746 7159Pharmacy Julia Creek Hospital, Burke St, Ph: 0747 464 000, all prescription medication must be ordered through the hospitalSupermarket Foodmart, Burke St, Ph: 07 4746 7193; Friendly Grocer, Burke St, Ph: 07 4746 7201

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QUEENSLAND

Childers - QLD RVFT

Childers is located in southern Queensland, at the junction of the Bruce and Isis Highways. The township lies 325 kilometres north of Brisbane and 52 kilometres south-west of Bundaberg. This historical town is positioned on a ridge with magnificent views overlooking thousands of hectares of vivid green sugarcane and avocado farms. Childers offer wide, tree-lined streets with a relaxed and welcoming country atmosphere. Visitors can step back in time as they visit the town’s many historical buildings, some well over 100 years old.Those visiting Childers can find short-term parking at Childers Overnight Stay Area and park for up to 20 hours. Additional parking is also available at Apple Tree Creek, as well as the Sugar Bowl Caravan Park. A dump point and potable water can be found along Crescent Street.Just seven kilometres north of Childers on the Bruce Highway is the delightfully named rural township of Apple Tree Creek, and nearby Woodgate Beach offers an unspoilt coastal playground for visitors seeking peace and quiet.Tourist/Visitor Centre Childers VIC, 72 Churchill St, Childers QLD07 4153 8888childersvisitors@bundaberg.qld.gov.auCasual Parking Crescent StShort Term Parking Childers Overnight Stay Area (20hr) and Apple Tree Creek, (20hr)Dump Point Crescent StPotable Water Crescent StHospital 44 Broadhurst St, Ph: 07 4126 1733Doctors Surgery Ashbury Lane, Ph: 07 4126 1635; 66 Churchill St, Ph: 07 4126 2922Dentist 88 Churchill St, Ph: 07 4126 1666Pharmacy 60 Churchill St, Ph: 07 4126 1308Supermarket IGA, 114 Churchill St, Ph: 07 4126 1308; Woolworths, 111 – 115 Churchill St, Ph: 07 4126 2845

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NEW SOUTH WALES

Aloomba Lavender Farm - NSW RVFD

Aloomba Lavender Farm is located on the Mt Lindesay Road, approximately 4kms north of Liston and is set amongst picturesque cattle country of rolling hills and green pastures. The 12,000 established lavender plants are a pretty sight whether in flower or not. It presents a great opportunity for photos, particularly late November to early December when flowers are at their peak for harvesting.Aloomba Lavender Farm offers visitors short term parking for $15 per person per night for an unpowered site, and $20 per person per night for power. Here, guests will have access to the fire pit, and wood is provided. Visitors can enjoy a wide range of activities in the region from wineries to national parks, and the largest granite rock in Australia, Bald Rock. Guests can also discuss the workings of the lavender farm with Tere and Peter, relax with a coffee and browse the gift shop. Why not take a walk through the lavender field and let the aroma and tranquility of Aloomba Lavender Farm enfold you.Address: 5425 Mt Lindsay Rd, ListonPhone: 07 4686 1191Cost: $20 pppn power, $15 pppn unpowerParking: Fire pit and wood available, negotiable stay limit

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