RV Friendlies & Events



Australia is built for the open road — and RV Friendlies is how we celebrate the towns and places that welcome you with open arms.


The RV Friendly Town™ program recognises councils that go the extra mile for RV travellers, with easy access, safe parking and welcoming facilities. RV Friendly Destinations™ do the same for specific sites within a community — perfect for towns still building their offering.


We also share events happening in these towns, so members can plan their next trip around a local market, festival or rally, not just a place to park.


Together, these programs connect our 60,000+ members with places that genuinely want them there. Because when a town says "RV Friendly," you know you're welcome.


Featured RV Friendly Events

NSW Black Gully festival
Black Gully festival

The Black Gully Festival is a free, eco-friendly community celebration held annually in the parklands behind the New England Regional Art Museum in Armidale, New South Wales. This entirely volunteer-run event brings locals and visitors together for a full day of live music across two stages, showcasing genres from jazz to progressive funk. Alongside the music, the festival promotes sustainable living through vibrant makers' markets, hands-on environmental science workshops, children's art activities, and a massive community clothes swap.

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TASMANIA Street Eats at Franko
Street Eats at Franko

A hyperactive inner-city night market explodes around Franklin Square: bring your tastebuds and your dancing shoes for a Friday night fling. Nothing but Tasmanian street food and craft drinks. 


4.30pm - 9.00pm | December – April every year!

Friday (Weekly)  

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NEW SOUTH WALES History Cruise - Clarence River Ferries
History Cruise - Clarence River Ferries

Wed 11 Jun '25 – Wed 06 May '26 (WEEKLY event)

Enjoy an informative history tour while cruising the beautiful Clarence River.

Departing from Yamba and Iluka, the Scenic River cruises to Harwood are approximately a 30-kilometre round trip, approximately four-hour river cruise.

A variety of lunch options are available, along with light refreshments and snacks, and there is a fully licensed bar on board.

Clarence River Ferries was formed in 1986. They operate a daily passenger service between the beautiful coastal towns of Yamba and Iluka on the mouth of the majestic Clarence River

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Featured RV Friendly Towns & Destinations

QUEENSLAND Nanango - QLD RVFT
Nanango - QLD RVFT

Nanango is the fourth oldest town in Queensland and is situated 190kms north-west of Brisbane. The town is rich in history, and this is evident in the many buildings still standing today, including the Butter Factory building and the Nanango Court House. The area was established on the timber industry, in particular red cedar. The centre of town features many sculptures and murals depicting Nanango’s timber felling past. Those visiting the area can find casual parking at the Scott carpark and RSL Club carpark, both of which are located in Henry Street. Short-term parking, free of charge and up to 20 hours can be found at Tipperary Flat on the D’Aguilar Highway, and a dump point is also situated at this location. Potable water is available at the corner of Brisbane and Drayton Streets. There is so much to do when visiting Nanango, and the visitor information located in Henry Street is a great place to start. There are plenty of events held in Nanango throughout the year, such as the Country Music Festival, the Nanango Show, Campdraft and the Medieval Festival.Tourist/Visitor Information Centre        South Burnett Energy & Information Centre 41 Henry St Ph: 07 4189 9100 www.southburnett.qld.gov.auCasual Parking       Scott carpark, Henry St & RSL Club carpark, Henry StShort Term Parking           Tipperary Flat, D’Aguilar Hwy, 20hrs, pets on lead, m/coverage, bins, tlts, c/seat, BBQ, water, nil chargeDump Point  Tipperary Flat, D’Aguilar Hwy Lat: -26.6800 Long: 151.9963Potable Water          Cnr Brisbane & Drayton Sts,Hospital        135 Brisbane St, Nanango 07 4171 6700Doctors Surgery     Dr F Morgan 07 4163 1777 Dr Robinson 07 4163 1203 Drayton St Medical Centre 07 4171 0711Dentist           Dr David Kenny 07 4163 1166Pharmacy     Nanango Pharmacy, 86 Drayton St 07 4163 1257 Pharmacy Essential, 58 Fitzroy St 07 4163 1631Supermarket            IGA, 62 Fitzroy St 07 4163 1504

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VICTORIA Balmoral Mural Square - VIC RVFD
Balmoral Mural Square - VIC RVFD

Balmoral is a historic township in redgum country on the Glenelg River, 79 kilometres south-west of Horsham and 328km north west of Melbourne. The area produces fine merino wool, lamb, beef, hay, herbs, cereal and oil seed crops. Balmoral’s many facilities include the Bush Nursing Centre, Community Store, 24-hour fuel, golf, bowls and swimming pool. The large-scale Martinich-Carran mural makes a contemporary statement in the village centre. For those visiting Balmoral, parking is permitted in the square for up to eight vehicles for a maximum of 48 hours, free of charge. Bins and barbecues are provided, and free potable water is available at Seymour Park on the corner of Glendinning Street and Rocklands Road.Balmoral is the gateway to the popular Rocklands Reservoir for camping, fishing and recreational water sports. The Grampians and Black Range State Forests surround, with excellent bush walking, Aboriginal rock art, wildflowers and breathtaking views, making the square the perfect location to base yourself while you explore the region. Contact: Balmoral Post OfficePhone: 03 5570 1280 or 0400 191 610Cost: Nil cost. Donations can be made to Balmoral Post Office or Community Store.Parking: In town centre, access via Bell St or Glendinning St, self-contained RVs only, 48hrs, BBQ, bins, free potable water at Seymour Park (Cnr of Glendinning St & Rocklands Rd).Opening Hours: 7 days

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VICTORIA Avoca - VIC RVFT
Avoca - VIC RVFT

Avoca is located in the heart of the Pyrenees Shire, in central west Victoria. Gold was first found in Victoria in 1849 in the Pyrenees State Forest near Avoca, and by June the following year, Avoca, with a population of 16,000 was regarded as one of Victoria’s important gold rush districts. Today gold still attracts fortune seeking prospectors to the district; however most visitors stop over in the Pyrenees region to sample their renowned wine and enjoy magnificent state forests. There are over 30 cellar doors providing a large variety of wines from savoury, spicy reds to sparkling wine, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc. Avoca Riverside Park, Dundas Street, offers visitors short-term parking for up to 48 hours.  A dump point and potable water can be found outside Avoca Caravan Park in Faraday Street. The township is surrounded by mountain ranges and is the perfect environment for bike riding and bushwalking. With the backdrop of the Pyrenees Ranges and the Avoca River running through the centre of town, Avoca is an idyllic rural town to visit. Many of the buildings lining the streets today are still in their original condition with the gorgeous main street maintaining a historic façade that harkens back to the gold rush days. There is ample parking along their impressive divided main street and the modern amenities and services will impress travellers. Cafes, specialty shops and galleries now line the main street, creating an excellent stopping point before heading out to the many attractions. Just outside the township of Avoca, you can escape to the Pyrenees State Forest where you can sit around a campfire under a clear sky. One of the more popular locations is the Waterfalls Picnic Ground which is the perfect setting to rest your RV, with walking tracks and 4WD tracks to lead you in and through the State Forest.Tourist/Visitor Centre       122 High St, Avoca VICPh: 03 5465 100aic@pyrenees.vic.gov.auwww.pyreneestourism.com.au Casual Parking       172 High St, Avoca; Dundas St, AvocaShort Term Parking + Long Term Parking             Avoca Riverside Park, Dundas St, Avoca, (48hr)    Waterfalls Campground, Vinoca Rd, Avoca, (10km), pets OK, toilets & BBQ facilities availThe Free Camp is located at Lions Park in Creek St. Dump Point  Opposite Avoca Caravan Park, 2 Liebig St, AvocaPotable Water          Lions Club Park, Creek St, Avoca; Avoca Caravan Park, 2 Liebig St, AvocaHospital        24hr ambulance service avail in Avoca, closest hospital is in Maryborough (26km)Pharmacy     Avoca Gold Chemist, 107 High St, Ph: 03 5465 3021Supermarket            Friendly IGA, 172 High St, Avoca, Ph: 03 5465 3095

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