RV Friendlies & Events

Barcaldine was one of the first towns in Central Western Queensland to be registered as RV Friendly. When visitors arrive in Barcaldine they are always impressed with how many locals stop and say G'Day. Barcaldine residents are very tourism friendly and have a genuine interest in getting to know more about the people who visit their town. The Visitor Information Centre, in Oak Street and the friendly staff will help with brochures and information to ensure your stay is enjoyable. Many organisations such as the Cultural Centre and Rotary encourage visitors to call in and meet them at their functions and meetings. There is also the Grey Nomad project that aims to get visitors and locals together to work on community projects. Many visitors have expressed a wish to get to know the locals and to give something back to the communities that have welcomed them. A place to visit is the Australian Workers Heritage Centre where a tribute to the history of all Australian working men and women is on display. Set in five acres of beautifully landscaped gardens, it is the perfect spot for a picnic or barbecue. For a meal there are plenty of restaurants and hotels in Barcaldine along with cafes and takeaways. Visit Gay at 'Roses n Things Cafe' for a meal or snack amongst an abundance of roses and pick up that special little gift from the shop.Barcaldine offers visitors to the area, 24 hour parking at Barcaldine Rest Area. For those needing access to potable water and a dump point, Barcaldine Showground offers these facilities.Barcaldine has been referred to as the friendliest town in the west, so be sure to stop in and take advantage of all the town has to offer.Tourist/Visitor Centre       Barcaldine Visitor Information Centre149 Oak St, BarcaldinePh: 07 4651 1724tourism@barc.qld.gov.auwww.barcaldinerc.qld.gov.auCasual Parking       Oak StShort Term Parking           Barcaldine Rest Area, toilets, (24hr).  Area with trees behind is now fenced off but overnight parking still allowed in front rest area.Dump Point  Barcaldine ShowgroundPotable Water          Barcaldine ShowgroundHospital        Ash St, Ph: 07 4650 4000Doctors Surgery     Ash St, Ph: 07 4651 1598Pharmacy     Oak St, Ph: 07 4651 1121Supermarket            IGA, Oak St, Ph: 07 4651 2207; O’Donnell’s Friendly Grocery, Ph: 07 4651 2233

Carpenter Rocks Recreation Reserve is located in the small coastal town of Carpenter Rocks, 35 kilometres south-west of Mount Gambier. Carpenter Rocks is known for its rugged coastline, and the area provides wonderful fishing and diving locations. The rocks of the coast were named ‘Les Carpentiers’ or ‘The Carpenters’ by a Dutch navigator, as the indented and serrated nature of the coastline reminded him of a carpenters saw.Carpenter Rocks Recreation Reserve, provides parking for self-contained vehicles for up to 72 hours, free of charge, however, a donation to Progress Association is always appreciated. Visitors will find amenities such as toilets, covered seating and barbecue areas. Pets on lead are also welcome.Come to Carpenter Rocks Recreation Reserve and experience the beauty of the Australian coast.Cost: Nil charge but donation to Progress Association appreciatedParking: 72hr, self-contained vehicles only, pets on lead, mobile phone coverage, toilets, bbq, covered seating. Please note: The Hall is not part of the RVFDOpening Hours: 7 days

Kingston, located on the Southern Ocean coastline, is a historic coastal port sheltered by Cape Jaffa. The district is flat and low-lying, with some areas of untouched Mallee scrub. Kingston is well known for its lobster and other seafood catches. Appropriately, the town mascot is a 17 metre sculptured lobster, affectionately named Larry by the locals. The four tonne sculpture can be found poised above a seafood restaurant and gift shop located at the town entrance. Kingston was established in 1858. The quality of its harbour was valued by primary producers, the majority of which were sheep and wheat farmers. The Cooke brothers where very influential in the construction of a railway line between Naracoorte and Kingston which originally connected to Kingston’s three quarter of a mile long jetty. Visitors to Kingston can find short-term parking at Kingston S.E RV Park, located on Marine Pde, for $20 per vehicle per two nights (6 day max). Ticket machine located on-site.  A dump point and potable water can be found at Railway Terrace (past the water tower). Kingston is a wonderful place to visit, especially for RV travellers, with the town ideal for those who are attracted to the relaxed nature of this coastal town. The calm waters and long soft sandy beaches of Lacapede Bay lend themselves to gentle water activities and fishing opportunities. You will find several seaside sculptures around town including an analemmatic sundial, the second in Australia and one of only eight in the world. The bay is overlooked by the historical Cape Jaffa Lighthouse which was resurrected upon the Kingston foreshore after servicing the shipping community of Cape Jaffa in its original position, out to sea, on the Margaret Brock Reef. Tourist/Visitor Centre       Council Office & VIC, 29 Holland St, Ph: 08 8767 2036 or 08 8767 2033 (Council Office)vio@kingstondc.sa.gov.auwww.kingstonse.com.auCasual Parking       Hanson St; Holland St; Agnes StShort Term Parking           Kingston S.E RV Park, Marine Pde, $20 per vehicle per two nights (6 day max), ticket machine on site; Pinks Beach, Pinks Beach Rd, (24hr)Dump Point  Next to Kingston S.E RV Park, Marine PdePotable Water          Kingston S.E RV Park, Marine PdeHospital        Young St, Ph: 08 8767 0222Doctors Surgery     89 Agnes St, Ph: 08 8767 2024 (GP & various specialist services, open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm)Pharmacy     Kingston Pharmacy, 17 Agnes St, Ph: 08 8767 2119Supermarket            Kingston IGA, 32 Holland St, Ph: 08 8767 2020; Kingston Foodland, 2 Hanson St, Ph: 08 8767 2204