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Middle Rock Coastal Rhythm + Blues 2019

11/08/2019

Fresh from the success of our inaugural boutique music festival in 2018, Middle Rock Coastal Rhythm & Blues is back by popular demand! Our 2019 boutique festival is set to bigger and better this year, with a fantastic line up of East Coast talent ready to take to the Middle...

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Townsville Expo 2019

10/08/2019

The new look Townsville Expo, incorporating the Townsville Caravan, 4x4 and Outdoor Adventure Expo, returns to Reid Park Townsville from the 30 August to 1 September 2019! This amazing event features an enormous showcase of caravans, camper trailers, motorhomes and all things 4x4. Love to get out on the water...

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Townsville Cultural Fest

10/08/2019

Beneath the warm winter skies of Townsville, Townsville Cultural Fest celebrates the depth and diversity of many cultures.  Now celebrating 25 years, this year's event will be bigger and better than ever. A quarter of a century of developing community spirit through dance, music, food and fun.  The Official Opening...

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CraftAlive

09/08/2019

CraftAlive, Australia’s longest running craft show series is returning to the Townsville Entertainment & Convention Centre from the 9 to 11 August 2019! Featuring both local and interstate craft talent, the show is packed full of the latest craft supplies, kits and equipment.   CraftAlive is a hands-on event. A chance...

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McDonald's Townsville Running Festival

04/08/2019

The McDonald's Townsville Running Festival, one of Townsville's premier community events - bringing people together while getting fit and healthy at the same time - is on again this year Sunday 4 August 2019. Choose from seven running challenges - The Townsville Marathon, Half Marathon, 10k Fun Run, 5k Fun...

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Australian Festival of Chamber Music

26/07/2019

The Australian Festival of Chamber Music presents a 10 day musical extravaganza!  Concerts will be held at various locations around Townsville including The Ville Resort-Casino, Townsville Civic Theatre, Queens Gardens and Magnetic Island. The Festival has been delighting audiences for almost 30 years and has earned an international reputation for...

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PBR Mildura Invitational

23/07/2019

The PBR’s (Professional Bull Riders) Monster Energy Tour will bring its thrilling, adrenaline-filled, edge-of-your-seat excitement to Mildura on Saturday, 3 August 2019. For one-night only, some of the best bull riders in the world will battle the sport’s toughest bovine athletes. The thrilling eight-second rides and heart-stopping wrecks make the...

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The Gawler Show

19/07/2019

All rolled into a full weekend of fun and entertainment, the Gawler Show proudly sees an estimated gate attendance of 30,000 people and continues to go from strength to strength guided by a dedicated volunteer army of people displaying the great attributes of country life & living. The 2019 Gawler...

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Adelaide Beer & BBQ Festival Returns in 2019

12/07/2019

LIKE ALL BRILLIANT IDEAS, THIS EPIC FESTIVAL WAS BORN IN A BAR, OVER A BEER BETWEEN A PUBLICAN, A FESTIVAL MANAGER AND THE OWNER OF A BREWERY. Answering the call of Australia’s new wave of beer makers and beer lovers, our vision was simple: bring together the best beers, brewers...

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The Soweto Gospel Choir Heading to Bright in August

07/07/2019

The Soweto Gospel Choir is heading to Bright to perform one concert only on August 25th at the Bright Community Centre. Hailing from Soweto (South West Township), a town outside of Johannesburg and home of Nelson Mandela and South Africa’s democratic movement, the Soweto Gospel Choir continues to inspire audiences...

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V8 Supercars

05/07/2019

Buckle up, put the pedal to the metal and get ready for a weekend of action packed, fast paced, rubber burning V8 Supercar racing!  The Watpac Townsville 400 Supercars are on again from the 5 to 7 July 2019 at the Reid Park Raceway.  Spend your days trackside, soaking up...

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2nd Bright Running Festival

04/07/2019

The second Bright Running Festival is on Saturday 31st August 2019! Combine your ski holiday at Falls Creek or Mt Hotham with a running event, avoid the peak summer heat and run in the cooler time of year. Perfect timing to prepare for a big city marathon such as Melbourne...

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Raising Funds for Breast Cancer in Gawler

04/07/2019

The Gawler Central Sporting Club are holding a Breast Cancer fundraiser on Saturday July 6th between 10am - 1pm. Treat yourself to a traditional high tea featuring sweet treats, savoury eats as well as bubbles, wine and a Fashion Show all whilst supporting Australian Breast Cancer Research in Gawler.   Watch...

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Adventurethon Townsville

29/06/2019

A true stamina tester - Adventurethon Townsville!  Roll off your paddle craft onto your mountain bike then straight off your bike and start running!  Don't be daunted - there are options for all levels!  Make sensible choices and you are guaranteed to have fun!  Plenty to keep the whole family...

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Rivergardens Holiday Park in Gol Gol Hits the News

24/06/2019

Rivergardens Holiday Park on The Murray made headlines recently in the Mildura Weekly with the launch of their new luxury riverfront cabins. The cabins are elevated allowing guests to take full advantage of the uninterrupted Murray River views from their prime riverfront positions. Each of the cabins can comfortably sleep...

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Hattah Desert Race 2019

14/06/2019

The Penrite Hattah Desert Race is celebrating 22 years in 2019, and now attracts a large field of riders not only from Australia but also internationally, pitting themselves against each other on a course that includes dust, dirt, mud, sand with tight corners demanding agility and finesse as well as...

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Winter 2019 @ Middle Rock Holiday Resort

28/05/2019

The weather has cooled down, but our special deals are heating things back up! Whether you enjoy sleeping out under the stars, or prefer the creature comforts of one of our self-contained cabins; we've got a deal to suit everyone's needs and budgets.  With a fully licensed on-site cafe Rockpools,...

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June Long Weekend Getaway Ideas ❤ Werri Beach

09/05/2019

The perfect coastal getaway awaits you! Check Availability/Book Now Werri Beach NSW Situated only 1 ½ hours south of Sydney or 2 ½ hours from Canberra. ❤Gerringong is a smaller coastal township haven to get away from the hustle and bustle but still enjoy a holiday atmosphere... To find out...

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Rundle Mall Pigs

08/05/2019

Ever thought that rubbing a pigs nose, neck or back could bring you good luck?  Well, there is a statue of four pigs in Adelaide's Rundle Mall called "A Day Out" situated toward the west end of Rundle Mall shopping precinct that does just that. Each of the four pigs...

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'Groovin The Moo'

05/05/2019

Join in the fun of 'Groovin The Moo'!  An annual music festival held in six regional centres across Australia - and Sunday, 5 May 2019, is Townsville's turn!  A fantastic line up of live music acts to be held at the Murray Sports Complex - Townsville Cricket Grounds. A fun-filled,...

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Cooktown Discovery Festival

25/03/2019

Don't miss the Cooktown Discovery Festival on from 14th - 16th June 2019. A funfilled weekend, take in the experiences of Cooktown back in the days and the Re-enactment of Captain Cook's Landing in Cooktown.

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Sunset Tourist Park New Swimming Pool

06/03/2019

Sunset Tourist Park Mount Isa have just completed the installation of the new Swimming Pool.

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Sunset Tourist park New Swimming Pool

06/03/2019

Sunset Tourist park Mount Isa have just completed the installation of the new Swimming Pool.

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February Newsletter

19/02/2019

The Festive Season is behind us - and what a fantastic time it was for us all! We had the return of familiar faces, and welcomed so many new ones, to the Alex Beach Cabins and Tourist Park family. It was gratifying to see how excited and pleased our guests...

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EXCITING ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR 2019

19/02/2019

EXCITING ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR 2019 – DON’T MISS OUT!!   With so many new things, additions and improvements in 2018, we figured why stop there! The new 3-bedroom Heysen Cabins that rounded out 2018’s improvement program, opened just before Christmas and they are already proving to be extremely popular, as well as...

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