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The staff were most welcoming and helpful on arrival. Not only were we provided with a local map and brochures but also a verbal run through of the local attractions. Very good management, friendly management, management responsive to comments, management was helpful. Good value for money. Good amenities, adequate number to cater for tourists, close to sites, were clean, water pressure was okay, there was adequate hot water. Good sites, sites were level, lighting at night was adequate, the site size was okay, annexe slabs were available, drive-through sites were available, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Laundry, late checkout allowed (past noon), good camp kitchen, kiosk, disabled facilities, car wash. Good atmosphere to park, quiet, shady park, family-friendly park. Clean free gas bbq in congenial UC area lit at night, with seating provided. Good pool rating. Clean pool, kid-safe pool area, seating around the pool was provided. The park was well maintained, the park can be considered kid-safe.
Likes: Well laid out. Quiet. Roomy. Very friendly and helpful staff.
Dislikes: Although clean, the amenities are old.
Parking: Adequate parking area for check in and check out.
Roads: Excellent roads throughout the area.
Date 10/2006. Park Rating 3.5: Suitable for a few days.
Report submitted by Frequent Traveller, NSW.

Manager's name is Rita & Ross Stewart. Well signposted from all directions as are all the other caravan parks. This is one of the better parks we have stayed in during our current trip and would certainly stay again. Very unfriendly staff, no complaints. Price was higher than expected, reasonable value for money ($23 2A per night powered). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to most sites, were clean, condition is good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, soap provided, dry change area, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation, disabled facilities. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, average sized sites, concrete annex slabs, hard to negotiate into site, adequate taps close by. Good laundry, good rec room, good camp kitchen, kiosk, disabled facilities, dump point. Peaceful, open and roomy, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere. No permanents. Clean UC electric bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Good playground in good condition. No pool. Suitable for month or longer, suitable for families, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: This park is very clean and tidy. The park surrounds are beautifully maintained. The bbq area is exceptional, very large and undercover and suitable as an entertainment area. Park is close to the beach but not too far from ton.
Dislikes: We weren't shown to our site and were not given any tourist information. The site sullage point was some distance away and our sullage hose was not long enough, even with our extension.
Parking: Outside reception.
Added Touches: 10% discount passed on to customers for the Kalgan Queen boat cruise when booking is made through the park.
Roads: Very good
Date 05/2006. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Fran & Trevor, Melbourne.

Located about 10km out of Albany on Chester Pass Road. The friendly staff who make an effort to maintain this pet friendly park are what sets it apart. Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, good value for money ($26 2A per night powered). Amenities are close to all sites, were clean, condition is reasonable, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, soap provided, dry change area, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, average sized sites, concrete annex slabs, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, no rec room, kiosk, secure entry. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere. Kennels available. Clean free gas bbq, congenial UC bbq area. Good playground, no pool. A well maintained park.
Likes: lovely river view, lots of birds, quiet. nearby farming property and farm animals added to the atmosphere. the staff were exceptionally cheerful and helpful. Attention was paid to keeping it clean.
Dislikes: amenity block was small and a little tired. The staff do a good job at keeping it clean and serviceable, but it will need an update soon or it may be what lets and otherwise good pet friendly facility down.
Added Touches: free firewood and a barbeque available at each site if requested.
Date 12/2006. Park Rating 4.5: Suitable for a week or more.
Report submitted by shelly.

Very good management, friendly management, management responsive to comments, management was helpful. Reasonable value for money. Poor amenities, water pressure was okay, there was adequate hot water. Average sites, sites were level, lighting at night was adequate, the site size was okay. Laundry, good camp kitchen. Park atmosphere was okay, quiet, open and roomy park, family-friendly park. Clean bbq (free), lit at night, with seating provided. Basic playground in good condition. Suitable for overnighter, the park was well maintained, the park can be considered kid-safe.
Likes: The friendly wildlife, golf course and management.
Dislikes: The toilets kept blocking up continually. As there was no pool, when it was hot, in the park it was very hot. The kiosk was too far to walk to, being on the main road. We also thought it was fairly close to the town of Albany, but it was much too far and as we had friends in town, it was lots of long drives. Don't get caught thinking what we did.
Date 01/2007. Park Rating 2.5:
Report submitted by Le, Glenn and Stacey.

Signposted, but due to silly council by-laws limiting the number of signs allowed, you're left in the lurch once you leave the South Coast Highway. Heading towards Ravensthorpe, turn right to Nanarup and look for signs to Kalgan River. Large park, located by the Kalgan River. Houseboats available. Good facilities, golf, tennis. Has been let run down but new owners trying to revamp the place. Amenities old but clean. Small maintenance work needed eg bolt missing from toilet door, showerhead fell down all the time, couldn't be tightened. Sites quite large, water, power & sullage available. Some permanents. Park empty at time of stay. Galah in loo to keep us company, very funny. Pleasant surroundings. $20 per night, quite reasonable.
Date 05/2006. Park Rating 2.5:
Report submitted by Joan & Sam, Clifton Park WA.

Very good management, friendly management, management responsive to comments, management was helpful. Very good value for money. Very good amenities, adequate number to cater for tourists, close to sites, were clean, were in good condition, water pressure was okay, there was adequate hot water. Good sites, sites were level, lighting at night was adequate, the site size was okay, annexe slabs were available, drive-through sites were available, adequate taps close by. Laundry, rec room, late checkout allowed (up to noon), good camp kitchen, kiosk, disabled facilities. Very good park atmosphere, quiet, open and roomy park, shady park, family-friendly park. No pets because of abundant native wildlife. Good playground, condition okay. Suitable for families, the park was well maintained.
Likes: On the banks of the Kalgan river. Small boat ramp available. 2 man canoes are available for hire. Noticed some folk trying their luck fishing. A small well maintained 9 hole par 3 (and a few par 4 holes) golf course. A tennis court. All equipment can be hired. Lovely long walks among very quiet kangaroos and bandicoots. When we were there, 3 ducks visited us every morning looking for tit bits! Also a very quiet pink & grey Galah and a white cockatoo wandered from site to site!
Dislikes: Poor TV reception, seemed to depend on the weather conditions. Did not notice a BBQ, however this is quite a large park and I may have missed one. I guess the river could be dangerous for small children.
Roads: Satisfactory, although bitumen somewhat narrow.
Date 01/2006. Park Rating 4: suitable for any length stay.
Report submitted by Thommo.

Manager's name is Shuttleworth. Originally we booked into an ensuite van site but two of our adult kids invited themselves along so we changed the booking to a cabin two days before arrival, our booking was happily changed. Heated pool & spa open until 9:00 pm, theatre with free DVD's on application, pool table, table tennis, air hockey, tea coffee facilities in rec room. A group had a rowdy party at the pool/spa & trashed it, staff evicted them quickly & pool area was cleaned & spa cleaned & refilled by mid morning next day. Will definitely go back again. Friendly staff, good staff response to complaints, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, good value for money ($120 A4 per night cabin). Water pressure is good. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, average sized sites, concrete annex slabs, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, good rec room, good camp kitchen, kiosk. Quiet, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere, no permanents. Clean UC gas bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Basic playground in good condition. Clean heated pool is open to the sun, kid-safe pool area, tables and chairs provided, toddlers catered for. Suitable for a week or more, suitable for families, well maintained park.
Likes: 50 metres from beach, spotless BBQ heated spa (35 degrees) with towels supplied, free movies in the theatre, Afternoon tea on Wednesdays
Dislikes: Small park makes it a bit squeezy near the entrance.
Added Touches: Free scones & tea/coffee on Wednesday afternoons, Fish cleaning table, Kids movies daily at theatre during school holidays, free movies at theatre anytime.
Local Information: Whales at beach in season.
Date 09/2008. Park Rating 4.5:
Report submitted by Brisey.

Very friendly staff, good staff response to complaints, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, very good value for money ($60 2A 2C powered). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to all sites, were clean, condition is very good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, separate bathroom. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, average sized sites, concrete annex slabs, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, good rec room, good camp kitchen, kiosk, dump point. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere. Clean UC gas bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere. Good playground. Clean heated pool is open to sun, kid-safe pool area, tables and chairs provided, toddlers catered for. Suitable for month or longer Suitable for families, well maintained park.
Likes: We had an ensuite site, which was practically brand new. The park was clean and the owners really friendly and helpful. Friends of ours book every year, and I think we will be joining them. This is the nicest park we've stayed at.
Added Touches: They have a heated pool, and heated spa, really clean bbq facilities and they have tongs etc there. Also a big recreation room with internet access via a PIE terminal, plenty of electronic games, table tennis and a big room with data projector screen where they showed kids movies during the day, and also screened the Eagles / Dockers derby.
Date 04/2007. Park Rating 5:
Report submitted by We stayed there.

Friendly staff, average staff response to complaints. Price was much higher than expected, poor value for money ($45 2A per night powered). Amenity number would not cope in peak times, are close to only some sites, were clean, condition is very good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, average sized sites, adequate taps close by. Good laundry, good rec room. Quiet, claustrophobic park, not enough shade, family/friendly atmosphere. No pets allowed. Clean UC gas bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. No playground. Clean heated pool is shaded, kid-safe pool area, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for few days, well maintained park.
Likes: Friendly staff, clean well maintained park. Toilets and showers clean. Good lighting.
Dislikes: Not enough bbq, toilets, showers, we had to line up at peak times especially at the rear of the park. Even though the park was clean I felt it was expensive, much more expensive than advertised in the BIG4 members book, management claimed it was a printing error. Site was flooded on arrival due to watering, management provided ground sheet. No play area for kids, the kids tended to use roads to play.
Date 01/2007. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by Steve, Perth.

Manager Trish & Simon Shuttleworth. Follow the back of their pamphlet, and blue signs on roads. Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, van parking assistance provided by staff, staff helped us at the site, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, good value for money ($24.30 2A per night powered with BIG4 discount). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to all sites, were clean, condition is very good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, separate bathroom, soap provided, dry change area, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation, disabled facilities. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, average sized sites, large sites, concrete annex slabs, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, good rec room, late checkout allowed (up to noon), good camp kitchen, kiosk, disabled facilities, car wash, dump point, secure entry. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere. No pets allowed. Clean free electric bbq in UC congenial area, lighting, seating provided. Clean pool is shaded, kid-safe pool area, tables and chairs provided, heated. Suitable for families, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: On the beach. Excellent pool and spa area. Beautiful gardens and nice green grass. Movies during school holidays; DVD's & videos at reception.
Dislikes: The taps in the shower were at the back, so you were in the hot water to regulate them.
Parking: Area at the office.
Date 03/2006. Park Rating 4: Suitable for month or longer.
Report submitted by Gary & Cate, Maryland NSW.

This is definitely not the best park in town as we were led to believe. We were put right down the end of the park squashed into the tent site area even though we had a caravan. Only one entrance to park and has one narrow road through it. The park has a very claustrophobic feel to it and we would not stay here again. Our site had lots of grass. Tractor had to manoeuvre caravan onto site because of tightness. Other sites in park had concrete slabs and appeared to have a little more room. Heated Pool and spa, recreation room, kids activities during school holidays which seemed to be more of a free baby sitting service for 3-5 year olds, movies played twice daily, beach frontage. Laundry located a fair distance from our site. Campers Kitchen and BBQ's. Amenities well maintained and clean. Soap was provided in the main amenities block, but not the one located at the tent site area. Each time you drove through the park to the exit, you had to "run the gauntlet" continually dodging kids on bikes and pedestrians not looking where they were walking. There was no room for the kids to play apart from the road, the pool and spa area were always overcrowded so we never used it whilst there. During the day you had to leave the annex windows closed as the groundsmen would put the sprinkler on next to it and everything would get wet. However, he did move the clothes hoist so the towels would not get wet. The sites were watered continually as soon as one became vacant and sprinklers not turned off until the next group arrived and had to put their tent up on wet grass. After our week was finished we moved to another park in the town. We would never stay there again. It was the most expensive park ($46 2A 2C per night powered) and was not worth the money we paid. A congenial UC bbq area, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Good playground in good condition. Dirty pool is open to sun, kid-safe pool area, tables and chairs provided, heated. A well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe. It was windy at night.
Likes: Beach frontage.
Dislikes: Crowded, expensive, too many unsupervised kids on bikes, only one vehicle entrance to a long and narrow park.
Date 01/2006. Park Rating 3.5: Suitable for few days.
Report submitted by Pete, Deb, Jack & Lucy, NSW.

Manager's name is Hugh and Melva Browne. Beautiful small family farm and grassed caravan park with chalet and cottage. Lovely ablution block that is clean and big with separate showers. Nice undercover camp kitchen with BBQ, washing up facility, chairs and tables. Laundry with pay machine. Great for quiet family stay. Small with plenty of room to park approximately 12 caravans on green grass and two on pads. Ideal to get away from traffic. Lots of bird life and farm animals to enjoy. Walks around the farm, countryside and the Blackwood River runs by the park where you can hire canoes to paddle. Hugh and Melva Browne are very hospitable and help with anything you may need to make your stay enjoyable. Ideal for that extended stay after a long trip or a weekend away where it is quiet with only the birds. Very friendly staff, good staff response to complaints, staff offered tourist advice, van parking assistance provided by staff, staff helped us at the site, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, very good value for money ($20 2A per night powered). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to all sites, were clean, condition is very good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, separate bathroom, dry change area, exhaust fans/good ventilation, disabled facilities. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly unlevel sites, good night lighting, large sites, concrete annex slabs, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, no rec room, late checkout allowed (up to noon), good camp kitchen, disabled facilities, dump point. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere, no permanents. Clean UC gas bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere. Excellent playground in good condition. No pool. Suitable for a week or more, suitable for families, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Date 07/2008. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Greg and Marg.

Manager's name is Melva & Hugh Browne. Sleepy Hollow is how we see this wonderful little park west from the beautiful town of Bridgetown along Maranup Ford Road. Lush green grassed bays with two hard based bays. Set in the farm grounds of Maranup Ford farm owned by Melva and Hugh Browne who have lived on this property all their lives. A generation farm established by Hugh's grandfather in the late 1800's on the banks of the Blackwood River where Hugh and Melva have provided canoes for hire to paddle this lovely peaceful spot. Plenty of areas to walk and animals of the farm type to see along with hundreds of birds among the gardens so lovingly looked after by Melva. Not far to services, fuel, doctor, hospital, and general shops of all type at Bridgetown a short 18km drive east. This farming and tree plantation area is abundant with beautiful scenery, rivers and wildlife. A wonderful place to relax in a real country farm area. The park is excellent with full ablution block and camp kitchen. There is a chalet, cottage stay and bed and breakfast in the main farm house. Melva and Hugh are wonderful hosts that make every effort to make sure your stay is a memorable stay. Very friendly staff, good staff response to complaints, staff offered tourist advice, van parking assistance provided by staff, staff helped us at the site, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, very good value for money ($15 2A per night powered). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to all sites, were clean, condition is very good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, separate bathroom, dry change area, exhaust fans/good ventilation, disabled facilities. Adequate number of tourist sites, some unlevel sites, good night lighting, average sized sites, large sites, concrete annex slabs, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, good rec room, late checkout allowed (up to noon), good camp kitchen, disabled facilities, dump point. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere. Clean UC gas bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Good playground in good condition. No pool. Suitable for a week or more, suitable for families, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: Friendly helpful owners and the animals around to give that farm feel that it is. Ablution block and camp kitchen is excellent. Separate showers with toilet and drying area. Not overcrowded as only room for around 10 caravans which suits the farm area style. Peaceful, birds, close to plenty of scenic areas.
Parking: Plenty of parking opposite park area.
Local Information: Bridgetown, Nannup, Greenbushes, Blackwood River, Gateway to the south-west.
Roads: Roads are very good bitumen with gravel roads of good quality into back regions of the tree plantation areas.
Date 12/2007. Park Rating 5:
Report submitted by Greg and Marg Buck.

One of the best camping areas on our entire trip, great location. Good value for money. Good amenities, adequate number to cater for tourists, close to sites, were clean, were in good condition, water pressure was okay. Average sites, sites were level. Very good park atmosphere, quiet, open and roomy park. Clean gas bbq (free), with seating provided. Suitable for a month or longer.
Likes: Best beach in WA, good fishing in area, great walks nearby, shielded from coastal winds.
Dislikes: Bare earth sites, solar hot water runs out early.
Campground Rating 4.5:
Report submitted by Steve C, Canberra.

Management seemed fed-up, unfriendly, unhelpful and easily annoyed, this is a great caravan park and our 1st visit, it would be sad to see it ruined by this management, we and many others spent up to 10 minutes trying to find our sites on the map given to us at check in. Unfriendly staff, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, reasonable value for money ($48 2A 2C per night powered). Amenity number would not cope in peak times, are close to most sites, were dirty, condition is poor, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, poor night lighting, average sized sites, concrete annex slabs, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by. Good laundry, no rec room, good camp kitchen, secure entry. Quiet, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere. Clean UC gas bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Good playground in good condition. No pool. Suitable for a week or more, suitable for families.
Likes: Great unpowered sites, with plenty of trees, kids and teens occupied with bouncy pillow and playground, tennis courts, grass volley ball nets, mini golf. Friendly patrons. Kangaroos visited evenings and early mornings.
Dislikes: Although some powered sites were large, they seemed to cram 2 or 3 vans into one site. Taken away a lot of trees at front of park in favour of small unshaded "beach front" sites. January holidays and shop shuts at 5pm. Very bad drainage in brand new ablution block and dangerous hot water taps hard to work out, old ablution blocks have minimal attention left up to patrons to mop and even empty dirty water from buckets, had cleaners but only changed necessary items like toilet paper. Back section of park was best as in largest shadiest sites but worst facilities.
Parking: plenty of room to park while checking in.
Date 01/2009. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by obeez4.

This park is dog friendly, on a leash, even with resident native Kangaroos visiting the sites at night. Very helpful and friendly staff, good staff response to complaints, van parking assistance provided by staff, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, good value for money ($25 2A per night powered). Amenities being updated. Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to most sites, were clean, condition is reasonable, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, paper towels/dryer provided. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, average sized sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, good rec room, good camp kitchen, secure entry. The secure gate was a fair distance from sites, which ensured that people booking in did not disturb existing campers. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere. Good clean UC gas bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere. Barbecues were placed in centre of park for all to share. Good playground in good condition, at the park entrance, so no noise within the park. No pool. Suitable for a week or more, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: The layout of the park was good.
Dislikes: The dog exercise area was across the road, through reeds, and our poor dog scored a few ticks .
Parking: Good area to park whilst booking in.
Local Information: Found the town tourist bureau was excellent, worth visiting to see the old weather station equipment. The towns shopping facilities were very good.
Date 03/2008. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Pauline.

Friendly staff, bad staff response to complaints, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, reasonable value for money ($20 2A per night powered). Inadequate number of amenities, are close to only some sites, were dirty, condition is poor, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Adequate number of tourist sites, small sites, hard to negotiate into site. Good laundry, no rec room, late checkout allowed (up to noon), good camp kitchen, kiosk. Quiet, claustrophobic park. Clean free gas bbq in UC congenial bbq area with bbq area lighting and seating. No pool.
Likes: Location. - Just a short stroll along the river to get to the town centre.
Dislikes: Lack of grass in most areas causes dirt to be tracked into the amenities block. Shower and toilet floor became dirty soon after they were cleaned. Not enough showers or toilets for the number of campers there at Easter. (New amenities block to be built this winter.)
Added Touches: Council Boat ramp and fish cleaning table adjacent to the park.
Park Rating 3: Suitable for few days.
Report submitted by Ian & Vicki Whitford, Leschenault WA.

Good, neat, well set out park. Good facilities, showers had glass screens. Camp facilities excellent. On by-pass road, noise from trucks a nuisance.
Date 05/2006. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by Joan & Sam, Clifton Park WA.

Manager's name is Lindsay & Stephanie Slater. Plenty of signage on the main roads into town. This park is no longer BIG4 but is still with Acclaim. This could be a nice park but needs to have a bit of money spent on additional ablution blocks and general upgrading. Friendly staff, no complaints, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was higher than expected, poor value for money ($26 2A per night powered). Amenity number would not cope in peak times, are close to most sites, were clean, condition is good, water pressure is good, there was inadequate hot water, soap provided, dry change area, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Adequate number of tourist sites, all level sites, good night lighting, average sized sites, concrete annex slabs, drive-through sites, hard to negotiate into site, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, basic rec room, secure entry. Quiet, open and roomy, not enough shade, family/friendly atmosphere. No permanents. Clean UC gas bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Basic playground in average condition. Clean pool is shaded, kid-safe pool area, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for a week or more, suitable for families, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: Nice to have a level site with concrete slab. Glass door between dry and wet area in the showers.
Dislikes: The roads are very narrow and very hard to get van onto site. Only 2L and 2M showers and toilets for the whole park. Not enough hot water for morning showers. Shower heads need drastic maintenance and water leeks out under shower door into dry area. The bbq is a long way from most sites. The camp kitchen is very basic and open to the elements, which on a cold and wet day would be uncomfortable for campers. The park layout map that we were given was so over photocopied that it was extremely difficult to read.
Parking: Outside reception
Roads: Good
Date 04/2006. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Fran & Trevor, Melbourne.

Located just off Harbour Road (well signed) near wharves. Good and friendly management. Reasonable value for money. Average amenities, adequate number to cater for tourists, were clean, were in good condition, water pressure was okay, there was adequate hot water. Poor sites, the site size was small, hard to negotiate in to/out of site. Laundry. Park atmosphere was okay.
Likes: Walking distance from town - pleasant foreshore walk. Cards and brochures available about local area and businesses.
Dislikes: Sites too small - no room for big rigs or drive through. Being summer school holidays, park was crowded and children on bikes and skateboards on the driveways.
Park Rating 2.5:
Report submitted by Motherhen.

Some sites with concrete slabs, some with shade cloth and some with grass. Well grassed park. No shade in the very back of the park, lots of shade in the rest. On the seafront and within walking distance to the town. Very friendly staff, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, reasonable value for money ($28 2A per night powered). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to most sites, were clean, condition is reasonable, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, soap provided, dry change area, paper towels/dryer provided. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, average sized sites, adequate taps close by. Basic laundry, late checkout allowed (past noon), kiosk, car wash, dump point. Quiet, open & roomy park, plenty of shade. Good playground in average condition. No pool. Suitable for a week or more, well maintained park.
Parking: To book in, drive around the back of the office. There is a large parking area there.
Date 11/2007. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Kedron308.

Manager Adele & John D'Emden. Follow blue signs to corner of Norseman Road & Goldfields Road. Can see it coming down Norsfield on your left, then turn left into Goldfields for about 20m.to entrance. Very friendly staff, good staff response to complaints, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, good value for money ($22.50 2A per night powered with TT discount). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to all sites, were clean, condition is good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, dry change area, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation, disabled facilities. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, average sized sites, concrete annex slabs, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, late checkout allowed (up to noon), good camp kitchen, kiosk, disabled facilities, car wash, dump point, secure entry. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere. Clean free UC gas bbq with lighting, seating provided. Excellent playground in good condition. No pool. Suitable for families, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: Well laid out park over the road from the ocean. Good children's play area at the front of the park, big enough for cricket away from the sites, or soccer. We were happy with the nice grassy site 106 near one of the amenities.
Parking: Huge car park to the left of office to book in. This was the best parking we have seen.
Roads: Excellent.
Date 04/2006. Park Rating 4: Suitable for month or longer.
Report submitted by Gary & Cate, Maryland NSW.

Not really a van park, behind the community hall & oval, progress ass. has put in 8 power points, call in at the shop further into Kendenup pay $5.00 per night for 2 adults they clean the showers & toilets weekly, so it is basically up to you to maintain, good water but no taps in camping area. Hot water by chip heater but plenty wood around, light when you need it. No neighbours around, one other van while we were there they had been there a week. The oval & hall is used by the locals every other weekend but no problems. Mid way between Stirlings & Porongurup's we stayed 3 nights really enjoyed it, couldn't stay at either the Porongurup or Mt Barker parks as my wife became allergic to the Marri trees both parks were full of them in bloom. This made an ideal alternative, plenty of shady trees not a Marri in site. Have met people that stayed here 6 weeks.
Campground Rating 1:
Report submitted by DD.

An excellent park, simple but superbly kept facilities, particularly ablutions. Very friendly staff. Price was lower than expected, very good value for money ($13.20 2A per night powered). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to all sites, were clean, condition is very good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, poor night lighting, large sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by. Good laundry. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere. No pool. A well maintained park.
Park Rating 3.5: Suitable for few days.
Report submitted by Russell Coghlan, Waterford WA.

Very nice council picnic & ski area, barbecues & toilets bottom third of lake, further around the lake in the nature reserve section of the lake there is a privately owned adjunct to a property nicely set up as a caravan park good ablutions but no drinking water available, power on all sites, very large grassed sites as all designed to accommodate a boat 2 cars & a van. Except for weekends & holidays when it is full of skiers from Perth or Collie/Bunbury this was a delightful quite stay to enjoy the water birds, swim or do nothing. not even a road nearby to break the silence. $12.00 per couple.
Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by DD.

Manager's name is Brad & Sue Dowling. This park has very recently been taken over by Brad and Sue and like many parks was left to run down by the previous owners. Brad & Sue have already started making improvements and if their welcome is anything to go by they will make it a very successful park. We can't comment on the bbq as we didn't use it as it was raining. Very unfriendly staff, no complaints, staff offered tourist advice, van parking assistance provided by staff, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, reasonable value for money ($20 2A per night powered). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to most sites, were clean, condition is reasonable, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, dry change area, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Adequate number of tourist sites, some level sites, good night lighting, average sized sites, concrete annex slabs, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Basic laundry, no rec room, good camp kitchen, kiosk. Quiet, open and roomy, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere. Too many permanents. No playground, no pool. Suitable for a few days, suitable for families, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: On arrival we were handed a booklet on things to see and do within the Manjimup area.
Parking: Outside reception
Local Information: Manjimup is in the southern karri forest so there is plenty of things to see and do in the area and lots of lovely walks.
Roads: For a main road it was fairly bumpy
Date 09/2006. Park Rating 2:
Report submitted by Fran & Trevor, Melbourne.

This park is 'a work in progress' with vast improvements been made in the 2 years the present owners have had it. With the addition to come of covered bbq areas, a playground & an "allweather" camp kitchen, this park would be one of the better ones I have stayed in. Ideal for a extended stay while you visit the many great vineyards, most within 30 mins. drive, or to explore the Stirlings & the Porongarups, & the same distance from the city of Albany, great picnic areas or places to cast a line. Very friendly staff, good staff response to complaints, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, good value for money ($28 2A per night, powered, off-peak season). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to all sites, were clean, condition is good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, soap provided, dry change area, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, large sites, concrete annex slabs to most sites, shade to most sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Basic laundry, basic rec room, late checkout allowed (up to noon), dump point, van parking. Quiet, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere, a few permanents. No playground, no pool. Suitable for a week or more, suitable for families, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: Plenty of grass & shade.
Date 05/2009. Park Rating 4.5:
Report submitted by Phil/s.

Manager's name is Steve & Shirley Smith. This is a caravan park in renovation. The owners have had it for three years and are putting all they can back into improving the park. It is a great spot to use as a base to explore the Stirling Ranges, Porongurups and of course the many Mount Barker wineries. Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff helped us at the site, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, good value for money ($28.00 2A per night, off-peak period). Amenity number would not cope in peak times, are close to all sites, were clean, condition is reasonable, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, large sites, concrete annex slabs to most sites, shade to most sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Basic laundry, no rec room, dump point. Quiet, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere. UC bbq (free). No playground, no pool. Suitable for few days, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: The showers although old were clean, hot and strong. Mary commented that anyone who puts a full length mirror in the ladies cares about their clients.
Local Information: Central location to explore the Stirling Ranges, Porongurups and of course the many Mount Barker wineries. The town is between 20 to 50km from all of the above as well as from Albany and Denmark.
Roads: On the Albany highway which is in very good condition.
Date 02/2009. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by aussiewonders.com.

Very friendly staff, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, good value for money ($28 2A per night powered). Amenities are close to most sites, water pressure is good. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, average sized sites, hard to negotiate into site, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good camp kitchen, dump point. Quiet, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere. UC bbq, congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. No playground, no pool. Suitable for few days, well maintained park.
Likes: Very picturesque setting, close to town.
Dislikes: A bit tight to get van in and out of site.
Added Touches: Fruit and veggies for sale under the washing lines every night.
Local Information: Gloucester Tree, forest, Holy Smoke cafe was good, Big Brook dam long ride on unsealed roads.
Roads: Good.
Date 01/2009. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Kim & Kevin.

Have visited Pemberton Caravan Park many times and was put off by the rude managers, however the last visit we were hosted by new managers who could not be any friendlier or more helpful. Very friendly staff, good staff response to complaints, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, good value for money ($32 2A 2C per night powered). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to most sites, were clean, condition is reasonable, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, average sized sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry. Peaceful, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere, no permanents. Wood bbq ($7.50 per bag), congenial bbq area atmosphere. Good playground in good condition. No pool. Suitable for a week or more, Suitable for families.
Likes: I have always liked this park. Central to so many places. Peaceful and quiet. Wonderful birdlife in a tranquil setting.
Dislikes: Gets a bit wet underfoot in winter.
Added Touches: Fixed and portable open fire barbecues scattered around the sites. Great for the cold evening BBQ
Local Information: Great place for those who enjoy the beauty of the forests in the national parks. Freshwater trout (in season) and perch fishing all throughout the region. Had a great trout dinner delivered to our door from the local trout farm.
Roads: Sealed dual carriageway all the way. Windy and hilly through the forests.
Date 04/2007. Park Rating 4.5:
Report submitted by Mark, Tania, Krystal and Nikki.

Manager's name is Noelene & Les Mccamish. Well signposted off the A10 and very easy to find. This park is neat and tidy but could do with serious upgrading. There is no central bbq just dirty wooden metal slabs over a wood fire at points around the park. Camp kitchen is very basic. Average staff friendliness, no complaints, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, reasonable value for money ($20 2A per night powered). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to all sites, were clean, condition is poor, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, dry change area. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, large sites, adequate taps close by. Good laundry. Quiet, open and roomy, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere. No permanents. Basic playground in average condition. No pool. Suitable for a few days, suitable for families, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Dislikes: The amenity block is well past its used by date and needs serious upgrading. There is no central undercover bbq area with lights and seating.
Parking: Outside reception
Local Information: Gloucester Tree and the Karri Tourist drive.
Roads: Good but a bit bumpy
Date 05/2006. Park Rating 2:
Report submitted by Fran & Trevor, Melbourne.

Manager's name is Vern & Pam Purdie. 90km northwest of Walpole. Turn right off South West Highway 90km north-west of Walpole (signposted), 30km south-east of Manjimup. This is a wonderful 'no frills' caravan park - very natural with no neat rows of side-by-side vans. More like a big paddock. Just park anywhere near a water/power outlet. Ablutions are 5-star (almost new) with floor to ceiling tiling, modern hand basins, paper towel, etc. A separate wheelchair facility is located in the laundry. Friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff helped us at the site, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was lower than expected, very good value for money ($15 2A per night powered). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to most sites, were clean, condition is very good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, dry change area, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation, disabled facilities. Adequate number of tourist sites, some unlevel sites, poor night lighting, large sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, no rec room, late checkout allowed (up to noon), disabled facilities, dump point, van parking. Peaceful, open & roomy park, not enough shade, family/friendly atmosphere, no permanents. Clean gas bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere. Basic playground in average condition. No pool. Suitable for month or longer, suitable for families, well maintained park.
Likes: We loved the quiet, relaxed atmosphere and the fact that there was no long list of "Must Not Do's". It is within easy travelling distance to several popular tourist spots but it's lovely to come back in the evening to the peace and quiet of this lovely off-the-beaten-track location.
Dislikes: The only comment (not criticism) would be that it may be an advantage to make ALL of the sites level as some of the sites require wheels blocked up.
Parking: Plenty of room.
Added Touches: There are no free sausage sizzles, etc. That's one of the things we liked about the place - guests are left to do their own thing without feeling obliged to be organised by the owner or other visitors. The environment is such that guests mix freely while enjoying the surroundings.
Local Information: The tavern on the next lot has excellent counter meals. There is a small corner shop near the park but opening times are erratic and selection of goods basic. Manjimup is about 20min drive away and has good shopping facilities. Walpole (Valley of the Giants, Tree Top Walk) is about an hour's drive away. Pemberton (very popular tourist spot) is a 15min drive away. Excellent fishing at Windy Harbour and Salmon Beach, and Karri Lake and Warren River are a short walk away.
Roads: Bitumen all the way.
Date 04/2007. Park Rating 3.5:
Report submitted by I Kane.

Well signposted, just off the main street at the eastern end of town. This park looks more like a wayside bush stop excepting it has power points and water taps. The ground is uneven and it is difficult to work out where the actual sites are (the notice on the office door tells you to find a spot and catch up later). There are two amenities blocks, an old one, which has a mural painted on the outside walls and is surrounded by, what I think is classed as, 'folk art'. Inside there are hanging plants, plants in pots etc so it has a sort of 'greenhouse' feel. Showers in this block are very small and you have to stand in the actual shower base to get dressed. Heads are water-savers and, although hot, the flow is weak. I understand this block is to be demolished. The other block is a fairly modern, relocatable with cubicles containing a shower, washbasin and WC in each. This building has been connected, via a new roof, to a new laundry. The shower cubicles have brightly patterned curtains and the water flow is hot and strong. There is a 'rustic' camp kitchen/barbecue area, which has all the usual bits and pieces: gas barbecue, gas rings, fridge, sink, benches, TV etc. There are a few permanent looking vans scattered about and I think the idea is to relocate them all into one area at the back of the park where some have already been moved to. The owners were away during our visit but the caretaker was friendly and helpful. Suitable for a couple of days at least. Handy to Fitzgerald River National Park, which is well worth visiting.
Date 03/2009. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Toned-F.

Manager's name is Pat & Jane Chadwick. Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, very good value for money ($16 2A per night powered). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to most sites, were clean, condition is good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water. Adequate number of tourist sites, some level sites, good night lighting, average sized sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Peaceful, open & roomy park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere. Suitable for few days, well maintained park.
Likes: Exstremely friendly manager, arranged our booking for our next stay at Esperence, he couldn't do enough for us. I highly recommend this park.
Date 01/2008. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Bev & Geoff, Wattle Grove NSW.

Host on site or Ranger will call to collect fee ($10). Picnic table and fireplace with hotplate to each site. Firewood supplied. Flush toilet and hot shower (wood fuelled, so plan your shower) - 1 shower each in men's and ladies, 1 toilet each, plus disabled room. Some sites are sloped. There are 2 camping areas - the amenities are at the second one (more shade), so it's a 150 metre walk (along an unmarked, unlit path at night) if you stay at the first camp area.
Campground Rating 4: Flush toilets and the ability to have a hot shower. Good for a couple of nights stay.
Report submitted by Badger.

There are two campgrounds, both accessed after passing the road to the Ranger's house. The first (NORTH) is signposted "Inlet" and the second (SOUTH) continues on and is signposted "Stokes Inlet". Both have individual, secluded camp sites on a one-way road, each with a picnic table. No fires allowed. Free undercover BBQs with tables - South campground has some sites with their own undercover BBQs (but we did not know this till the next day). Bush toilets and washing water (not suitable for drinking). Boat access to the inlet for small boats from both campgrounds. Suitable for caravans. Lack of drinking water.
North Campground Rating 2; South Campground Rating 3: Liked the individual sites but would have been nice if sites at North had own BBQs or allowed open fire.
Report submitted by /b>.

About a kilometre from the highway this is a bush park with water, power and sullage. Most sites are large, mainly level and many separated from neighbouring sites by shrubs, trees and ground plants. Most sites also have a wood-fired BBQ/fireplace. There is no grass, bitumen or concrete; the sites are mulched and the roadways gravel. One of the quietest parks we have ever been in. It was almost full during our stay but, because of the lack of hard surface, it was very quiet. No traffic, no aircraft, no trucks, no trains, no yapping dogs. The noisiest things were the birds. There are three amenity blocks, each fairly old but well maintained and clean. There is a small playground but no pool. However, the beach is only a few steps from the park. There is a basic camp kitchen, two laundries and a dump point. Management was friendly and we were guided to our site and the facilities explained. A great place in which to relax. Suitable for a few days or more.
Date 03/2009. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Toned-F.

We were at the park during the school summer holidays so could hardly complain about noisy kids in the playground right next to our site but after 12hrs it does start to grate a little (I must be getting old). Friendly staff, van parking assistance provided by staff, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, reasonable value for money ($28 2A per night powered). Amenity number would not cope in peak times, are close to most sites, were clean, condition is reasonable, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, soap provided. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, small sites, hard to negotiate into site, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Basic laundry, no rec room, late checkout allowed (up to noon), car wash, dump point. Noisy, claustrophobic park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere. Clean UC electric bbq (free), dismal bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Good playground in average condition. No pool. Suitable for few days, suitable for families.
Date 01/2009. Park Rating 3:
Report submitted by Littlenose.

Great spot to stay if you have a dingy. Good fishing in the inlet or if it's blowing a gale, the Frankland River at Nornalup is good for bream. Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, van parking assistance provided by staff, staff helped us at the site, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, very good value for money ($25 2A per night powered). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to all sites, were clean, condition is very good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, soap provided, dry change area, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation, disabled facilities. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, poor night lighting, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, no rec room, good camp kitchen, kiosk, car wash, dump point. Peaceful, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere. Clean UC gas bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Good playground in good condition. No pool. Suitable for a week or more, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: The ability to book online. Very friendly and helpful staff. Lots of wildlife: Splendid Wrens, Fairy Wrens, Kangaroos.
Dislikes: Lighting in some areas could be improved.
Parking: Parking near reception.
Added Touches: Free fish BBQ on Thursday nights supplied and cooked by the staff. Small boat ramp nearby. Fish cleaning facility at the beach. Car and boat wash down area.
Date 02/2008. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Ian Whitford.

Amazing to find a park of this standard in such a small town. Some of the sites are hard to negotiate but you are expertly assisted in backing into the site. Not only were the facilities clean but also the rubber mats used for showing were high pressure hosed every day. Very friendly staff, no complaints, van parking assistance provided by staff, staff helped us at the site, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, good value for money ($21 2A per night powered). Amenity number was adequate to cope with the number of people, are close to all sites, were clean, condition is very good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, soap provided, dry change area, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation, disabled facilities. Adequate number of tourist sites, all level sites, poor night lighting, average sized sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, good camp kitchen, kiosk, disabled facilities, car wash. Peaceful, open and roomy, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere. No permanents. Clean UC gas bbq (free), congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Good playground in average condition. No pool. Suitable for a week or more, suitable for families, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: Nice private sites, excellent van parking assistance. The park is extremely well looked after; everyone was working even on Sunday.
Dislikes: The sites have wood chips in place of grass, but some of the sites have a large number of leaves which tend to find their way into the van.
Parking: Wait outside reception
Roads: Good bitumen
Date 05/2006. Park Rating 4:
Report submitted by Fran & Trevor, Melbourne.

Manager Nigel and Leanne Fry. We were lucky to be a given a nice site very close to amenities and laundry as well as the playground. Sites had chip bark covering (kept the kids occupied for hours). Lots of shade, situated right on Nornalup Inlet in the National Park. Dirt roads, and when it rained there was dirt walked in through the amenities. Very friendly staff, staff offered tourist advice, van parking assistance provided by staff, staff explained park layout and facilities. Price was as expected, good value for money ($33.00 2A 2C per night). Amenity number would not cope in peak times, are close to most sites, were clean, condition is good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, soap provided, paper towels/dryer provided. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, average sized sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, no rec room, car wash. Noisy, claustrophobic park, plenty of shade, family/friendly atmosphere. Excellent playground in good condition. No pool. A well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe.
Likes: Staff very friendly and helpful, decent amenities.
Dislikes: Quite busy in peak holiday time, dirt roads when it rains
Date 01/2006. Park Rating 3: Suitable for a week or more.
Report submitted by Pete, Deb, Jack & Lucy, NSW.

An information board at the start of the road informed us that some of the existing campgrounds would close and some new ones would be opened. There were three camping areas situated at intervals along this 10 km dirt road at that time. These camping areas were either full or not very pleasant, so we continued back to the main road to find another National Park.
Campground Rating 1: Very basic bush camping areas, with very few amenities.
Report submitted by Badger.

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