All Rest Area (RA)
The following is a comprehensive list of Rest Areas (RA) available to the Public for their Comfort, Enjoyment & Well-being. The Category of Rest Areas incorporates the fundamental facilities available as part of a Rest Area.
Sub Categories Include: RA- < 2 km to Town, RA- < 200 m to Waterfront, RA-Absolute Waterfront, RA-BBQ’s, RA-Boat Ramp, RA-Drinking Water, RA-Dump Point, RA-Information, RA-Large Vehicles, RA-Overnight Stay, RA-Pet Friendly, RA-Picnic Tables, RA-Playground, RA-Public Toilets, RA-Shelter, RA-Shower, Washroom & RA-Wheelchair Access.
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Category: Disabled Toilet, Picnic Table, Amenities & Facilities, Public Toilet, RA-Large Vehicles, RA-Pet Friendly, RA-Picnic Tables, RA-Public Toilets, RA-Shelter, RA-Wheelchair Access, Rest Area (RA), and Shelter | Pavilion
Disabled Access: Yes
Pet Friendly: Yes
Shade & Shelter: Yes
Longitude: 152.154025 Latitude: -32.548414 Located on the western flank of the Pacific Highway, some 10 km north of the Myall Street turnoff to Hawks Nest, the Browns Flat Rest Area easily accommodates large rigs, providing ample parking whilst affording an easy: drive-in – park – drive-out scenario. The Rest Area is a large area and is well equipped with sheltered picnic tables, public toilets and rubbish bins. Read more…
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Category: Picnic Table, Amenities & Facilities, RA-Information, RA-Large Vehicles, RA-Pet Friendly, RA-Picnic Tables, RA-Shelter, RA-Wheelchair Access, Rest Area (RA), and Shelter | Pavilion
Disabled Access: Yes
Pet Friendly: Yes
Shade & Shelter: Yes
Longitude: 149.636377 Latitude: -30.495048 Travelling along the Newell Highway, in New South Wales, heading southwards from Narrabri, and, situate on the eastern flank of the highway – selected rest stops form part of “The World’s Largest Virtual Solar System Drive – A scaled model 38 million times smaller than outer space!”. This fascinating representation of our Solar System uses Read more…
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Category: Disabled Toilet, Picnic Table, Amenities & Facilities, Public Toilet, RA-Information, RA-Large Vehicles, RA-Pet Friendly, RA-Picnic Tables, RA-Playground, RA-Public Toilets, RA-Shelter, RA-Wheelchair Access, Rest Area (RA), and Shelter | Pavilion
Disabled Access: Yes
Pet Friendly: Yes
Shade & Shelter: Yes
Longitude: 152.314807 Latitude: -32.350927 Located on the northern flank of the Pacific Highway, some 15.8 km north of the exit to the Bulahdelah township, the Bulahdelah Rest Area is a one of the smaller but more tranquil rest areas. It easily accommodates large rigs, providing ample parking whilst affording an easy: drive-in – park – drive-out scenario. This Rest Area is equipped with sheltered picnic Read more…
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Category: Picnic Table, Amenities & Facilities, RA-Large Vehicles, RA-Pet Friendly, RA-Picnic Tables, RA-Shelter, RA-Wheelchair Access, Rest Area (RA), and Shelter | Pavilion
Disabled Access: Yes
Pet Friendly: Yes
Shade & Shelter: Yes
Longitude: 149.524776 Latitude: -30.722911 Surrounded by the beautiful and varied ‘Pilliga East State Forest’, this Rest Area is situated on the eastern flank of the Newell Highway, some 68 km North of Coonabarabran, New South Wales. This large rest area is well shaded with mature trees, and is equipped with sheltered picnic tables, and rubbish bins. A great place to Read more…
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Disabled Access: Yes
Pet Friendly: Yes
Shade & Shelter: Yes
Longitude: 147.079479 Latitude: -37.971324 ‘Apex Park’, located in Stratford, Victoria – on the banks of the Avon River. Beautifully landscaped and equipped with playgrounds, picnic tables, BBQ’s, seating, public toilets, walking paths, mature trees, expansive lawns, and so many POI . . . An absolutely delightful locale to spend a day enjoying a picnic with the family or friends, or, Read more…
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Category: Disabled Toilet, Picnic Table, Amenities & Facilities, Public Toilet, RA-Information, RA-Large Vehicles, RA-Pet Friendly, RA-Picnic Tables, RA-Playground, RA-Public Toilets, RA-Shelter, Rest Area (RA), and Shelter | Pavilion
Disabled Access: Yes
Pet Friendly: Yes
Shade & Shelter: Yes
Longitude: 152.464928 Latitude: -31.964697 Located on the western flank of the Pacific Highway, some 7.3 km north of the Tuncurry Road & The Lakes Way turnoff to Tuncurry, the Four Mile Hill Rest Area easily accommodates large rigs, providing ample parking whilst affording an easy: drive-in – park – drive-out scenario. A great spot to stretch the legs and learn about the area from the information panels. Read more…
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Category: Disabled Toilet, Picnic Table, Amenities & Facilities, Public Toilet, RA-Large Vehicles, RA-Pet Friendly, RA-Picnic Tables, RA-Public Toilets, RA-Shelter, RA-Wheelchair Access, Rest Area (RA), and Shelter | Pavilion
Disabled Access: Yes
Pet Friendly: Yes
Shade & Shelter: Yes
Longitude: 149.317174 Latitude: -31.234609 This Rest Area signifies the end of the Road Train route. Though not physically separated from the Newell Highway, it provides ample room for large rigs, as well as small vehicles, to stop for a break, a quick refresh, and a toilet . . . Located some 6.5 km north-east of the beautiful township Read more…
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Category: Infrastructure | Landmark, Park | Garden | Reserve, Amenities & Facilities, and Rest Area (RA)
Disabled Access: Yes
Pet Friendly: Yes
Shade & Shelter: Yes
‘Memorial Park’ is situate along the Princes Highway in Stratford, Victoria, is set within beautifully landscaped gardens and is well equipped with playgrounds, sheltered and unsheltered picnic tables, barbeques, seating and public toilets – perfect for the family picnic or a rejuvenating break for the weary traveller. Sited directly within the town centre, shopping and eateries are close at hand. The lush lawns, mature trees Read more…
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Category: RA-Large Vehicles, RA-Pet Friendly, RA-Picnic Tables, RA-Public Toilets, RA-Shelter, and Rest Area (RA)
Disabled Access: Yes
Pet Friendly: Yes
Shade & Shelter: Yes
Longitude: 152.322296 Latitude: -32.155042 Located on the western flank of the Pacific Highway, some 7.5 km north of the Midge Street intersection, Coolongolook, the Wang Wauk Rest Area is a large, bushy area which easily accommodates large rigs, providing ample parking whilst affording an easy: drive-in – park – drive-out scenario. The Rest Area is well equipped with sheltered picnic tables, exercise area, walking tracks, Read more…
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Category: Disabled Toilet, Picnic Table, Amenities & Facilities, Public Toilet, RA-Information, RA-Large Vehicles, RA-Pet Friendly, RA-Picnic Tables, RA-Public Toilets, RA-Shelter, RA-Wheelchair Access, Rest Area (RA), and Shelter | Pavilion
Disabled Access: Yes
Pet Friendly: Yes
Shade & Shelter: Yes
Longitude: 149.457044 Latitude: -30.854065 Travelling along the Newell Highway, in New South Wales, heading southwards from Narrabri, and, situate on the eastern flank of the highway – selected rest stops form part of “The World’s Largest Virtual Solar System Drive – A scaled model 38 million times smaller than outer space!”. This fascinating representation of our Solar System uses the Read more…
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Category: Disabled Toilet, Picnic Table, Amenities & Facilities, Public Toilet, RA-Absolute Waterfront, RA-BBQ's, RA-Large Vehicles, RA-Overnight Stay, RA-Pet Friendly, RA-Picnic Tables, RA-Public Toilets, RA-Shelter, Rest Area (RA), and Shelter | Pavilion
Disabled Access: Yes
Pet Friendly: Yes
Shade & Shelter: Yes
Longitude: 146.657902 Latitude: -38.623777 Located on the northern flank of the South Gippsland Highway, some 4 km west of the township of Alberton, the ‘Albert River Rest Area’ is equipped with a shelter, picnic tables, seating and public toilets – perfect for a rejuvenating break and possible an overnight stay for the weary traveller. The 500 m track meanders along the Read more…
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Disabled Access: Yes
Pet Friendly: Yes
Shade & Shelter: Yes
Longitude: 152.788035 Latitude: -31.533219 Located on the northern flank of the Pacific Highway, some 3.2 km north of the Ron Banks Road Intersection to Herons Creek, the Burrawan Rest Area easily accommodates large rigs, providing ample parking whilst affording an easy: drive-in – parallel park – drive-out scenario. The Rest Area is equipped with a sheltered picnic table, public toilets, and rubbish bins. Helpful Hints: Read more…
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Disabled Access: Yes
Pet Friendly: Yes
Shade & Shelter: Yes
Longitude: 149.788756 Latitude: -29.873407 Located on the eastern flank of the Newell Highway, some 48 km south of the township of Moree in New South Wales, the ‘Tookey Creek’ Rest Area is a generous, beautifully vegetated facility, which easily accommodates large rigs. Ample parking is available, whilst affording an easy: drive-in – park – drive-out scenario. The Rest Area is equipped with sheltered picnic Read more…
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Category: BBQ, Picnic Table, Amenities & Facilities, Public Toilet, RA-Absolute Waterfront, RA-BBQ's, RA-Information, RA-Large Vehicles, RA-Overnight Stay, RA-Pet Friendly, RA-Picnic Tables, RA-Public Toilets, RA-Shelter, RA-Wheelchair Access, Rest Area (RA), and Shelter | Pavilion
Pet Friendly: Yes
Overnight Stay: Yes
Shade & Shelter: Yes
Longitude: 146.299551 Latitude: -38.652703 Located on the northern flank of the South Gippsland Highway, some 3 km west of the township of Toora, the Franklin River Rest Area is equipped with shelters, picnic tables, BBQ’s, seating and public toilets – perfect for a rejuvenating break and overnight stays for the weary traveller as well as family gatherings, picnics, lazy Sunday afternoons with friends Read more…
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Category: Picnic Table, Amenities & Facilities, Public Toilet, RA-Drinking Water, RA-Large Vehicles, RA-Pet Friendly, RA-Picnic Tables, RA-Shelter, Rest Area (RA), and Shelter | Pavilion
Disabled Access: Yes
Pet Friendly: Yes
Shade & Shelter: Yes
Longitude: 150.533649 Latitude: -35.084974 Located on the northern flank of the Princes Highway, some 2.8 km north of the Wandean Road turn off, Wandandian, the Bewong Rest Area easily accommodates large rigs, providing ample parking whilst affording an easy: drive-in – park – drive-out scenario. The Rest Area is equipped with sheltered picnic tables, a drinking fountain and public toilets. We caution that the quality Read more…
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Category: Disabled Toilet, Amenities & Facilities, Public Toilet, RA-Large Vehicles, RA-Pet Friendly, RA-Public Toilets, RA-Wheelchair Access, and Rest Area (RA)
Disabled Access: Yes
Pet Friendly: Yes
Shade & Shelter: Yes
Longitude: 150.226055 Latitude: -28.840164 Located on the eastern flank of the Newell Highway, some 84 km north of the township of Moree in New South Wales, the ‘North Star’ Rest Area is a huge facility, providing various pockets in which vehicles of and size and shape can easily park and make the most of a little peace and quiet – some of which provide welcome shade Read more…
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Pet Friendly: Yes
Shade & Shelter: Yes
Longitude: 146.077668 Latitude: -38.694872 Located on the southern flank of the Meeniyan-Promontory Road, some 500 m west of the township of Fish Creek, this rest area is equipped with a sheltered seating area, expansive lawns, and is sited alongside Fish Creek – perfect for a peaceful, rejuvenating break. A stroll through the reserve offers the traveller an opportunity to stretch their legs, quietly take in the Read more…
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Disabled Access: Yes
Pet Friendly: Yes
Shade & Shelter: Yes
Longitude: 153.008212 Latitude: -29.784074 Located on the western flank of the Pacific Highway, some 13.8 km north of the Parker Road turn off, Wells Crossing, the Lambrinos Nortaras Memorial Rest Area easily accommodates large rigs, providing ample parking whilst affording an easy: drive-in – park – drive-out scenario. The Rest Area features expansive lawn areas surrounded by delightful woodlands. It is well equipped with Read more…
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Category: Disabled Toilet, Picnic Table, Amenities & Facilities, Public Toilet, RA-Absolute Waterfront, RA-Large Vehicles, RA-Pet Friendly, RA-Picnic Tables, RA-Public Toilets, RA-Shelter, RA-Wheelchair Access, Rest Area (RA), and Shelter | Pavilion
Disabled Access: Yes
Pet Friendly: Yes
Shade & Shelter: Yes
Longitude: 147.519439 Latitude: -33.763604 Located on the eastern flank of the Newell Highway, some 800 m south of the Mid Western Highway intersection, this Rest Area is nestled on the meandering banks of Bland Creek in New South Wales. The Rest Area is a huge facility, with a sealed road that stretches some 450 m from end to end, as well as some extra gravel Read more…
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Category: RA-Information, RA-Large Vehicles, RA-Pet Friendly, RA-Picnic Tables, RA-Playground, RA-Shelter, RA-Wheelchair Access, and Rest Area (RA)
Disabled Access: Yes
Pet Friendly: Yes
Shade & Shelter: Yes
Longitude: 146.438815 Latitude: -38.665438 Located in the heart of the township of Welshpool in Victoria, this shady Rest Area provides a perfect opportunity to stop and enjoy a relaxing break. Situate within a beautiful park, the landscaped gardens compliment the beautiful facilities and amenities. Stretch your legs and take a walk around this pretty little town, as it is Read more…