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Arno Bay is a small fishing and tourist town on the east coast of Eyre Peninsula in South Australia, and is located on the Lincoln Highway, approximately half way between Whyalla and Port Lincoln.Parking at Arno Bay Hotel Motel is available for $20 per vehicle for 3 days and this includes a $10 voucher to spend at the Pub, cafe or IGA. Vehicles must be self-contained and a permit is to be obtained from the hotel prior to parking. Arno Bay Hotel Motel is a great place to stay and relax with the beach and jetty just 200 metres away. Meals are available all week and the beer garden named ‘Shark Bar’ is a great option for dining, private parties, enjoying the jukebox or live entertainment. The beach is a stone’s throw away which makes this location both picturesque and the perfect destination for a few nights of quiet relaxation.Cost: $20 per 3 days - $20 for 3 days includes a $10 voucher to spend at the Pub Cafe or IGAParking: Permit obtainable from Hotel, 72hrs. Full self-contained vehicles only, dump point onsite

Located in the eastern branch of the Balonne River, Dirranbandi is known as the town that marks the end of the Southwest Rail Line. The town sits on the border of Queensland and New South Wales and has a population of approximately 640 people. RV parking is available at Balonne Minor Bridge Camp on Bollon-Dirranbandi Road. There is a maximum stay of 72 hours, and fees are by way of a donation. Pets on leads are welcome. The town’s dump point and potable water are accessible on Dirranbandi-Hebel Road. Make sure to make some time for the Dirranbandi Bakery – a highlight for many visitors to town. Their stocked-up cabinets feature homemade pies, bakery favourites such as vanilla slice, as well as sweet Russian delights. Visitors should also visit Cubbie Station. This is the largest irrigated cotton farm in the southern hemisphere. A four-wheel drive guided tour of the farm is not to be missed. Tourist/Visitor Information Centre        Balonne Shire Visitor Information Centre114 The Terrace, St GeorgePh: 07 4620 8877Email: vic@balonne.qld.gov.auCasual Parking (near retail centre)       Near 20 Railway St DirranbandiShort & Long Term Parking        Balonne Minor Bridge CampBollon-Dirranbandi Rd, DirranbandiFees by way of donation, 72hrs, pets on lead, covered seatingDump Point  Dirranbandi-Hebel RdLat: -28.58791Long: 148.22358Potable Water          Dirranbandi-Hebel RdSame location as dump pointHospital        Cnr Jane & Crothers St, Dirranbandi – Ph: 07 4625 6105Doctors Surgery     Cnr Jane & Crothers St, Dirranbandi – Ph: 07 4625 6105Pharmacy     50 Railway St, Dirranbandi – Ph: 07 4620 7060Supermarket            38 Railway St – Ph: 07 4625 8218

Located 92 kilometres south-east from Tailem Bend, Tintinara sits quietly on the Dukes Highway. Tintinara is primarily an agricultural town and a great place to stop, stretch your legs and enjoy the surrounding wildlife. RV travellers passing through the region can locate 48-hour parking at Lake Indawarra. There is no charge to park at the lake, and toilets, covered seating and bins are accessible. A dump point is available for use along the Dukes Highway, as well as potable water. The town is surrounded by beautiful parkland, bushlands and conservation parks, making it a great place to explore and immerse yourself in nature. The campground at Lake Indawarra features several walking trails and a disc golf park which is enjoyed by visitors of all ages. Tourist/Visitor Information CentreHeart of the Parks Tintinara – VIC1 Dukes Hwy, Tintinarawww.tintinara.com.auPh: 08 8757 2220Casual Parking (near retail centre)Becker Terrace & Tintinara Heart of the ParkShort Term ParkingLake IndawarraVia Kings Rd, Tintinara48hrs, toilets, water, covered seating, BBQ, bins, pets on lead welcome. Nil charge.Dump PointDukes Hwy, TintinaraLat: -35.885643, Long: 140.057873Potable WaterNear the Dump PointDukes Hwy, TintinaraHospitalNearest hospital is at KeithDoctors SurgeryTintinara Community Health Centre28 Wendt Tce, Ph: 08 8757 2280DentistNearest dentist is at KeithPharmacyNearest pharmacy is at KeithSupermarket47 Becker Tce, Tintinara – Ph: 08 8757 2252