RV Friendlies & Events

Condobolin is the largest centre in the heart of New South Wales and is home to around 3,500 people. Affectionately known as Condo, the town lies on the bank of the Lachlan River, an hour from Parkes, Forbes, West Wyalong and Lake Cargelligo. Condobolin was gazetted in 1859 but for over 20 years prior it was essentially a stopover and river-crossing for drovers moving stock from the north and west of New South Wales to Victoria. Since the early settlers, the Condobolin district has been a prime cropping, and sheep and beef producing area. But, when a major copper discovery was made north at Melrose in 1885, the town greatly benefited from the subsequent traffic. Gold was also found north-west at Overflow Station, immortalised in Banjo Paterson’s poem Clancy of the Overflow in 1896 and a major copper and gold mine was eventually put into operation at Condobolin from 1898 until around 1910.Riverview Caravan Park, offers those staying in self-contained vehicles, unpowered sites for $20 per van per night, which includes the use of all park facilities. An additional short stay, free of charge, is located at Gum Bend Lake Condobolin, 6km from town.Condobolin continues to be a busy country town, with small industrial services and businesses, excellent medical services, a modern hospital and retirement village, banking services along with a variety of sporting and recreation facilities, and the life blood of the town, the Lachlan River with all its natural beauty, fishing and wildlife. Enjoy the view of Condobolin at Reservoir Hill Lookout at the eastern end of Brady Street or visit Mt Tilga, eight kilometres north of Condobolin on Cobar Road, where you can park your vehicle and take in the great views while stretching your legs.Tourist/Visitor Centre       Condobolin VIC, 18 William St, Condobolin NSWPh: 02 6895 3301web.wpd@qualitel.com.auwww.condobolin.nsw.auCasual Parking       Lachlan StShort Term Parking           Riverview Caravan Park, self-contained vehicles, Unpwr $21 pvpn; includes use of all park facilities. Also, short stay free at Gum Bend Lake Condobolin, 6km from town. (14 day time limit applies)Long Term Parking            Gum Bend Lake, (72hr)  (14 day time limit applies)Dump Point  Riverview Caravan Park and 216 Bathurst RdPotable Water          Riverview Caravan Park and Gum Bend LakeHospital        Madline St, Ph: 02 6890 1500Doctors Surgery     Melrose Medical Centre, 3 Melrose St, Ph: 02 6895 2411; Whiley St Medical Centre, 3 Whiley St, Ph: 02 6895 4211; Condobolin Health Centre, Madline St, Ph: 02 6890 1500; Condobolin Aboriginal Health Service, 99 Bathurst St, Ph: 02 6895 4311Dentist           130 Bathurst St, Ph: 02 6895 2091Pharmacy     Shortis & Timmins Pharmacy, 75 Bathurst St, Ph: 02 6895 2477Supermarket            IGA, 60 Bathurst St, Ph: 02 6895 2055; Foodworks, 24 Denison St, Ph: 02 6895 2236

The Pondering Frog Tearoom is located on the Tasman Highway, (11km south of Bicheno), 400 metres from the Coles Bay turn-off and approximately 177 kilometres north-east of Hobart. The tearoom is open every day and offers homemade ice creams, Devonshire teas, lunches and snacks. Jams, chutneys, pickles, fruit wine and liqueurs are also available for sale. The majority of produce is sourced locally to provide a true taste of Tasmania.The Pondering Frog allows self-contained vehicles to park on their grounds for up to 96 hours with payment via a donation box on site. Pets on leads are permitted, and bins and water are accessible.There is an abundance of natural beauty to explore in the Bicheno area. Freycinet National Park and the famous Wineglass Bay are close by, perfect for kayaking and walks along the peninsula. No visit to Bicheno would be complete without taking an evening Bicheno Penguin Tour, an up close experience with penguins in their natural habitat.Cost: $10 per vehicle per nightParking: Self-contained vehicles only, 96hrs, pets on lead, some mobile coverage, bins, waterOpening Hours: Tearoom - Summer: 8am – 7pm; Winter: 9am – 5pm. Tearoom is licensed

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