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Climate & Environment

Here is the link to the Peak Crossing weather. Scroll down to the blue bar, and click on the Long Range Rainfall tab. https://www.weatherzone.com.au/qld/southeast-coast/peak-crossing

What to pack: If you pack for a wide range of weather conditions you will have a comfortable time. Pack clothes that will take you from a hot afternoon to a cold evening. Clothes you can layer are the best choice. See the suggested What to Bring list in the grey drop-down below.

Amaroo’s environment and climate can be demanding. The grounds are designed for walking and there is limited transport onsite. We suggest that you wear comfortable walking shoes, bring a hat, bottle of water and a warm waterproof jacket to all event activities.

We recommend a UV 50+ umbrella which provides cool shade when walking in the heat of the day. When the sun sets, it can become cold quickly.

Internet Access

Mobile phone coverage at Ivory's Rock is patchy due to its rural location. However WiFi is good in the Pavilion and most campgrounds.

If your phone supports WiFi calling, you can make calls. You can also use messaging/voice Apps such WhatsApp, Signal & Telegram.

Recycling

Help us care for the environment and the waste removal costs by using the Recycling Bins.

Your Health

If you require medication, please bring an adequate supply.

Personal travel insurance with coverage for medical, surgical, and emergency travel is strongly recommended. If you have a pre-existing medical condition seek advice from your doctor before travelling. Attendees of events, workshops and trainings are responsible for all costs relating to their medical and health matters.

Apart from snakes, a variety of insects exist in the ecology, including ticks, wasps, ants, spiders & bees. If you have allergic reactions to bites / stings, please bring medications as recommended by your physician.

Snakes and other creatures prefer to live in the bushland and tend to avoid humans. Do not walk in long grass and keep to the pathways and roads. To avoid being bitten by ants or ticks, do not lie down on the lawns - always use a picnic rug.

What to Bring

We hope you find this list of key items useful when packing.
Choose clothes for a wide range of temperatures that are light to carry, which you can layer – taking you from a hot afternoon to a cold night comfortably.

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Sun – A wide brimmed hat – UV 50+ umbrella significantly reduces heat – Refillable water bottle – Sunglasses – Sunblock, Lip Balm
Walking – Comfortable enclosed walking shoes – Waterproof boots for wet weather – Crocs for bathroom – Torch / Flashlight (& spare batteries)
Clothes – Clothes you can layer, T-shirts, light long sleeved shirts – Warm waterproof jacket for night time – beanie/hat/scarf/shawl /jumper for cold nights – Long pants - Thermal clothing.
Rain – Rain poncho – umbrella - waterproof boots.
Sleep – Earplugs – Sleep Mask – Pyjamas – Dressing Gown
Insects – Personal insect repellent – spray for your tent
Toiletries – please do not use anti-bacterial products as this affects the onsite sewage treatment plant – Personal first aid kit
Extra – prescription medications – Spare pair of prescription glasses
Event – FM radio with headset for translation & English hearing enhancement
Recharge – International plugs for electrical equipment, – phone recharger – cords
Blankets, towel & linen - if you are staying in your own tent.

What not to bring

Weapons of any kind are not permitted onsite at Amaroo.
Ivory's Rock is fully licensed. Australian licensing laws prohibit guests from bringing any alcohol onsite.
Do not bring illicit illegal drugs. You will be asked to leave.

Bathroom and Water use

Guests are asked to be very water conscious at all times, using as little water as possible. Ivory’s Rock has it’s own onsite Sewage Treatment Plant.

Take care of the Sewage Treatment Plant by:

Not flushing personal hygiene products, wrappings or applicators
Not flushing cleaning cloths (e.g. rags, chux, wet wipes, etc)
Not flushing paper towels
Don’t allow any unapproved chemicals to enter the sewerage system (eg sewage water cartridges from motor-homes)

Save water usage by:

Trying your best to have three-minute showers
Turn off the sink taps while brushing your teeth
Report leaking taps or cisterns to the campground management

Community Awareness

Ivory's Rock is located in a quiet, rural neighbourhood. Please respect our neighbours.

Keep to 60km zone on Mt Flinders Road. Residents walk, cycle & horse-ride.
Do not trespass on neighbouring properties.
Please respect neighbours’ privacy.
Do not camp in public spaces.
Do not litter. This includes not dumping waste from motorhomes on roadsides.

Tourist Attractions for Local Area

There’s a lot to see in the local area, please visit these links: