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July 2020 Volume 21 No. 2
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Editor’s Talk
W hat a first half of the year we have had, or more
importantly, second quarter. The Covid-19 coronavirus
has turned the whole world upside down, let alone the
For those of you wanting to visit the
19 towns and smell the flowers on the
drive trails or wildflower walks, make it
caravanning cabal. known that you went anyway.
So much has been cancelled and it seems for many events, 2020 Good news for Brunsgaard and its
is a non-starter. However, the travel bans have been largely lifted Universal Caravan Towing Mirrors.
and we can hit the road, book up the caravan parks and saturate Owner Kel Olesen reports that he is
the small regional towns with our presence and spending, taking on the European distribution
something sadly lacking for several months or more. of his self-designed mirrors. Kel has
Hardest hit would be the north-west operators who will not been fighting health issues, but says he is coming through
see anywhere near the amount of caravanners from the south- the other side to maintain his business interests and
west of the State this year. Many of us travel north in winter, caravanning lifestyle.
but have suspended that because of the travel bans. Maybe Many thanks for the person who found the lost Armadale
we can make up for it next year? National Rally shirt and it was returned to its rightful owner
In this issue, we bring you some updates on what has been by Neil McMurtrie.
happening in the regions, with our advertisers and the clubs.
While Neil was happy with that, he was unhappy that no-
Easter at home was a special moment for many, even if you
one helped him with his breakaway braking conundrum from
did have to walk to the caravan in the back yard.
the March edition. He has another in this issue and trusts
There has been so much happening, even though a couple of someone will respond to his urgings.
delegates’ meetings have been cancelled as we suffer under
I had battery trouble recently and the boys at Northside
social distancing. The February edition was staged with just
Caravan Repairs & Spares in Wangara dropped in a new one
half the normal number as the build-up began.
at a caravan-club-discounted price.
I would like to thank the advertisers who have stood beside
us in these tough times and I urge all our members to make When the borders opened on May 18 my wife and I travelled
a special effort to thank them and partake of their hospitality to Margaret River the following weekend only to get caught in
and services. Make it known that you are a club member and the super storm and have the town lose power for 24 hours.
spread the goodwill. My friend pulled out some battery-powered strip lighting from
It wasn’t all doom and gloom, as Michael Cameron of Albany’s one of the caravans he hires and we had brilliant LED light
Cameron Caravans says in the main story. Echoing these so we could drink our wine as we sat in front of the fire.
thoughts was Foothills RV Centre’s Martin Rock, who stated Those strip lights are available from Camping4WD in Wangara
that the chance to get those minor works done was taken up and were advertised in the March edition for just $27.
by many people. Read his story later in the magazine. Finally, we started up the Facebook page in June and urge
The Bloom Festival, slated for September-October, has everyone to like, comment and share with your friends.
been cancelled for 2020, although the blooms don’t know We will keep the posts topical and fresh and employ your
that. Emily, from Great Southern Treasures, laments the services with posts and pictures of your travels. Check out the
cancellation, but said that there’s always next year. Association of Caravan Clubs WA. Russell McKinnon
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In this issue… 3 Check these out
Page 4 • WAACCI Affiliated Club Contacts Page 22 • De-clutter in one fell swoop
Page 5 • President’s Message • A bitch of a hitch, says Neil
• Show biggest victim Page 23 • Mobile Steve ready to come to you
• Delegates taste winds of change • Kulin Bush Races cancelled
Page 6 • Covid-19 coronavirus casts ugly pall Page 24 • New committee members
over caravanning pursuits Page 25 • Leod changes make it easier to record
Page 7 • Clubs in abeyance Page 26 • Westside takes timeout in Busselton
Page 8 • Proposed business plan stirs up • Fantastic chance to upgrade furniture
comment in the clubs
Page 27 • Letter to the Editor:
Page 9 • Banding together in uncertain times Blowing our trumpet
• Westside marches down Page 28 • Why not head south to Northcliffe?
to the Riverside in Eaton
• Scones, jam and cream at Willowbrook
Page 10 • Rock at the Foot of the Hills
Page 29 • The Freedom of being on the road again
Page 11 • How the NACC insurance protects you
Page 30 • Show your interest in joining a
• Compliance assistance available Caravan Club
from Caravan Council
Page 31 • Sou’West beats path to Pemberton
Page 12 • West Coasters in Pemberton
• National Rally latest
Page 21 • Redgummers head to Blackwood Valley
in time for Nannup Festival • Swan takes in the Bunbury Foreshore
• ING takes a lead with Page 32 • Brakes key to better caravanning
roadside etiquette • Try out a free night
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The voice of Caravanning in Western Australia
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WESTERN AUSTRALIAN ASSOCIATION OF CARAVAN CLUBS INC.
Aiming to:
• Foster and promote caravanning in Western Australia.
• Encourage caravanners to appreciate and preserve the beauty of the natural environment.
• Represent the interest of members at any conference with Associations, Government and other bodies.
• Enter into such agreements as are necessary for the proper utilisation of the Association’s assets and
to achieve its objects.
• Do any lawful thing that may be in the interest of WAACCI and its members.
The Western Australian Association of Caravan Clubs Inc. Tourism and Public Affairs
comprises delegates from the many caravan and Aims to promote caravanning as an enjoyable lifestyle
motorhome clubs affiliated with the Association in WA. activity.
The Association has four Standing Committees which Club Development
deal with the major aspects and activities of the Develop and foster the formation of caravan clubs in the
Association, ie: metropolitan area and regional WA.
Government and Business Liaison State and National Rallies
With the aim to provide appropriate information on Organise and operate all aspects of combined clubs rallies
caravanning to Government, Local Government and in Western Australia at two-year intervals.
the Caravan Industry and monitor activities of these bodies A further aim is to assist and facilitate club members in
which could impact adversely on caravanning lifestyles of attending national rallies at interstate venues and in turn
members and the wider population of caravanners. host a National Rally in WA.
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Waacci Affiliated Club Contacts
Western Australian Association of Freedom Caravanners WA Inc. Silver Possums Caravan Club Inc.
Caravan Clubs Inc. Secretary: Derek Atkinson Secretary: Tina Parliapiano
Secretary: Richard Palmer Phone: 08 9275 3096 Mobile: 0421 070 044
Mobile: 0455 036 304 Email: nosnikta1948@bigpond.com Email: silverpossumscaravanclub@gmail.com
Email: caravanswestsecretary@gmail.com Geographe Caravan Club Inc. South West Caravan & Camping
Australind Happy Wanderers Caravan Secretary: Ian Clarke Club Inc.
Social Club Inc. Mobile: 0448 540 915 Secretary: John Moore
Secretary: Karen Blyth Email: secretary@gcclub.com.au Mobile: 0476 790 637
Phone: 08 9797 3030 Gypsy Rovers Touring Club Email: johnmoore_1@outlook.com
Mobile: 0403 311 971 of WA Inc. Sou’West Getaway Club Inc.
Email: australindhw@gmail.com Secretary: Maree Young Secretary: Lyn Owen
Mobile: 0438 029 960 Mobile: 0457 456 595
Barking Gumnuts Caravan Club Inc. Email: mg.youngbigpond.com
Secretary: Ian Ross Email: lowen@activ8.net.au
Mobile: 0412 914 896 Jaybird Roadrunners Caravan Sunnywest Caravanners Inc.
Email: ian.ross@westnet.com.au Club Inc. Secetary: Ian Townson
Secretary: Eleanor Keane Phone: 08 9490 8858
Bi-Tone West Coast Caravan Club Inc. Mobile: 0418 918 025 Email: ian.townson5@bigpond.com
Secretary: Greg Baker. Email: eleanor.keanerealty@bigpond.com
Phone: 08 9405 1614 Sunset Coast Caravan Club Inc.
Mobile: 0429 051 614 Leisure Seekers Caravan Club Inc. Secretary: Tim & Jo Reardon (sharing)
Email: bitonewestcoast2@gmail.com Secretary: Gordon Grant Mobile: Tim 0417 452 012
Phone: 08 9249 6964
Mobile: Jo 0488 077 671
Breakaway Motor Camper Club Inc. Mobile: 0498 235 205
Email: tjreardon@aapt.net.au
Secretary: Leonie Samuelsson Email: grant.gordon@iinet.net.au
Mobile: 0403 715 244 Swan Caravan & Camping Club Inc.
M.A.D. Meanderers Caravan Club Inc.
Email: samscale@iinet.net.au Secretary: Veronica Stratton
Secretary: Keith Cook
Mobile: 0423 644 800
Busselton Caravan Club Inc. Phone: 08 9851 4953
Email: swanccc@hotmail.com
Secretary: Ros Snook Email: keithcook1@gmail.com
Phone: 08 9755 0948 Midwest Caravan Club of WA Inc. The Jayco Owners’ Club of WA Inc.
Email: ros.snook27@bigpond.com Secretary: Keryl Enright Secretary: Hugh Samson
Mobile: 0428 958 015 Phone: 08 9367 7525
Caravan Club of WA Inc. Email: mwccgtn1@gmail.com Mobile: 0419 929 161
Secretary: Terri Breen
Rangeview Caravan Club of WA Inc. Wandering Stars RV Club Inc.
Mobile: 0429 612 301
Secretary: Graham Gough Secretary: Julia Brownley
Email: terriabreen@bigpond.com
Phone: 08 9295 6709 Mobile: 0417 940 129
Concord Caravanners of WA Inc. Mobile: 0414 658 441 Email: kj.brownley@bigpond.com
Secretary: Robert Thomas Email: gough@westnet.com.au West Coast Jayco Club Inc.
Phone: 08 9457 5281 Secretary: Len Gordon (Acting)
Redgum Caravanners Inc.
Email: rdthomas@iinet.net.au Mobile: 0417 816 029
Secretary: Ashley Hams
Coromal Windsor Caravan Club Mobile: 0408 959 863 Email: wcjc@westcoastjaycoclub.com
of WA Inc. Email: hams@global.net.au West Side Caravanners Inc.
Secretary: Jayne Dawson Rolling Wheels Caravan Club Inc. Secretary: Joan Martin
Mobile: 0406 701 972 Secretary: Grahame Cooper Mobile: 0430 006 757
Email: cwccwwasec@bigpond.com Phone: 08 9490 1620 Email: caravannersinc@gmail.com
Family Wanderers Caravan & Email: grahamecooper@yahoo.com.au Western Wanderers Caravan &
Camping Club Inc. Sandgroper Caravanners Inc. Camping Club of WA Inc.
Secretary: Jayne Green Secretary: Dianne Young Secretary: Sue Smith
Mobile: 0417 963 101 Mobile: 0419 911 775 Mobile: 0419 907 788
Email: pknursery@westnet.com.au Email: sandgropers@outlook.com Email: alansue@iinet.net.au
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President’s Message
Hi everyone! place, which once completed, and as
soon as we again have meetings back
The BIG NEWS this issue is we now have a Facebook page, so
at RAAFA, will be presented to the
please use it by liking, commenting and sharing so that it gains
delegates.
a greater reach in the community.
Our secretary Richie has also been
Why not add photos of your club’s rallies and personal travel
extremely busy working on our
with positive, concise and informative posts?
constitution. With close examination,
This Covid-19 crisis has really changed our way of life, several anomalies have been found and
especially when travelling was put on hold and most clubs need to be altered. It is exhausting work
having to cancel rallies for several months. but I am sure he will have it finished very soon.
Now the State has opened up again, we can all start planning Finally, I would like to welcome to the committee our new
our rally programmes, and those who are heading north for members – Rhoda Walker, Beth de Jong and Ashley Hams
winter can get away. What a relief! – who bring fresh approaches to the team. Congratulations
especially to Ashley as he has been elected Vice President to
When you are out in the regions, be mindful that some towns
succeed Derek Atkinson.
have been doing it tough with no caravanners passing by.
Stop in and spend money and talk to the folk and share their See you on the road. Kevin Forbes
pain with the best remedy – friendliness and deep pockets.
Thanks also to those sponsors and advertisers who have stuck
with us and we know many have seen a huge downturn in
revenue during this crisis. Now that we are back on the road
Delegates taste
we can support them as best we can by utilising their services,
visiting their parks and buying their products.
winds of change
We have had to defer the State Rally for this October because
we are not sure of the restrictions that would be in place. W hat a breezy room we sat in come the March delegates’
meeting in Bull Creek.
I would like to give a big “thank you” to Graeme Foulds and We didn’t know much about social distancing then, but we
the committee of the Sou’west Getaway club for the work seemed to practise it as only 17 people attended – half the
they have done, even with the restrictions that are on at the normal number – as the coronavirus started to overshadow
moment. I am sure they will get a bigger and better rally going our lives.
next year.
Of that number there were just 11 voting members.
It was unfortunate that this decision has been made, but you
For all the lack of people, it still took the normal time of more
must agree that it was done in the better interests of all our
than two hours and much was achieved.
members. Health and safety is paramount and we are lucky
that we live in such a wonderful State that has had few health In fact, the first steps to relegate WAACCI to the archives
problems in relation to the rest of the country and the world was taken with agreeance on the new name — Association
at large. of Caravan Clubs WA (ACCWA), following which secretary
Richie Palmer registered within a few days.
The Shire of Irwin has announced that its free camping
sites in Dongara and Port Denison and other shire-maintained Three new committee members were elected – Rhoda Walker,
free sites are remaining closed until further notice. Beth De Jong and Ashley Hams. Their stories appear elsewhere
in the magazine.
Your committee had a long meeting in early June. A good and
productive discussion on the proposed business plan took Beth and Ashley had earlier presented the WAACCI Clubs’
Discussion Forum paper on the draft business plan. A précis
of the meeting is presented on page 8.
Show biggest victim Derek Atkinson resigned as vice-president and nominations
for the position were advertised and subsequently Ashley
P robably the biggest victim of the coronavirus for us
caravanners was the Perth Caravan & Camping Show
at Claremont Showgrounds.
Hams was elected.
Derek Nathan spoke about the 17th National Rally, his follow-
up visit and chat with Albany City, saying it regards the event
It was especially hard on the exhibitors – many our as a major success with a potential economic impact to the city
advertisers and supporters – who had brought in extra of $1.8m. Derek said they asked when we were coming back.
stock for the event. Praise indeed.
The show was cancelled just days before the event and It was pointed out that we have about 800 caravans in our
denied our Association to chance to welcome newcomers Association while there are about 94,700 registered vans in
to the fold. Thanks to all those people who put their Western Australia.
hands up to man the WAACCI stand and let’s hope we Richie Palmer investigated the cost of conference calling for
can promote our cause later in the year at the 4WD and delegates’ meetings and found it prohibitive, while others urged
Have-A-Go events as we have in the past. the continuation of face-to-face meetings. That was before the
social distancing rules were enforced by the government.
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Covid-19 coronavirus casts ugly
T he Covid-19 coronoavirus has been dominating our lives
for the first part of this year and, happily, Western
Australians have come through it much better than most.
“We are encouraging people to buy now and make plans now as
the mini boom could see manufacturers not being able to keep
up with demand. The waiting list will explode exponentially.
However, it has meant a curtailment of our normal rallying “I ask people to support the regional dealers where the
activities and closed intrastate borders means we have had to customer is not just a number.”
stick to our regions and maintain social distancing guidelines. Michael says that digital marketing became more important
The inability to gain access to caravan parks for large groups during the crisis and that one potential customer from
meant most of our clubs were inactive when it came to hitching Carnarvon was waiting for the travel bans to be lifted to head
up and hitting the roads. to Albany for “the hands-on treatment”.
Luckily for us, roadblocks have been lifted while our State’s Michael’s new CRV range, designed especially for the company,
border is still closed to inter-state traffic. “has exceeded our expectations” at a time when sales of
This means it is endemic on us as members to get out into the everything except food were diminished.
regions, reinstating club rallies and spending money in those Aaron Pilgrim, of Pilgrims’ Caravan & R.V. Parts, was upbeat
regions. Perhaps it means filling up with fuel in the regions when contacted early in the virus spread.
instead of the city and sprinkling around a little more money He was caught up in the cancellation of the Perth caravan
than usual. God knows, they need it. show and was lumbered with a lot of stock. “I understand why
The virus came at a terrible time for caravan park owners and they are doing it. We were able to send back a fair bit of our
travellers alike with the lucrative Easter, school holiday and stuff. It will just mean it will be a little bit tough.
Anzac weekend breaks punching huge holes in businesses’ “There is some stuff we’re not able to return as it would be
pockets and leaving us stranded at home. uneconomical. We will be a little over-stocked. Customers
One Margaret River park reported that up to $200,000 of are coming through the door and they are buying emergency
cancellations came in before the restrictions fully took hold. supplies but making a $20-$30 purchase instead of buying
All caravan parks were in the same predicament, with staff bigger-ticket items.”
being laid off or retained to help in much-needed maintenance. He thought it was a good idea for clubs to postpone rallies.
Michael Cameron of Albany’s Cameron Caravans reports that “It’s when things like this happen that you understand how
while things were very quiet in the opening days of the virus integral everyone is in the chain,” he said.
restrictions, it was the cancellation of the Perth Caravan & Gary Thorn, of Caravan Weighing WA, said the phone has started
Camping Show that hurt the most. ringing now that the intrastate borders have been opened.
“We had 15 caravans in Perth and it was a costly exercise “It’s been dead with people not going out and needing their
bringing them all home. We were working hard but they had caravans weighed.”
to do the risk assessment.
The social distancing rules meant several WAACCI delegates’
“We seem to be popping out at the other end with inquiries meetings were cancelled with the executive meeting via Zoom.
picking up with people making plans to travel to caravan
Clubs also had online meetings and parties and took the time
parks.”
out to make repairs, spring clean and generally sit back and
He said that the caravan industry in Western Australia was enjoy the van in the back yard.
preparing for a mini boom with people shunning cruises and
The Wheatbelt opened up to tourism for Perth and southern
expensive European holidays.
caravanners on May 18, giving greater scope for rallies.
“This will see new customers to the marketplace, giving hope Australia’s Golden Outback’s Gabby Simoni says she hopes
for the industry. club members will head into the Wheatbelt to support the local
businesses that have been struggling during the lockdown. The
annual Bloom Festival is a victim of the virus this year.
Shire of Dandaragan president Leslee Holmes said: “Covid
19 has had a devastating effect on tourism in the Shire of
Dandaragan. The instant closure of flights from China cost the
Lobster Shack 650 tourists a day coming on coaches for lunch.
This is without all the caravanners who all come at least once
during their stay.
“The local club and tavern both closed and the tavern will not
open until September. The caravan parks in Cervantes and
Jurien Bay have really struggled and had to put off staff.
“The coastal towns also rely on crayfishing, which also closed
down. Like every other town we have suffered, but we are safe
and opened again on the WA long weekend to record crowds
and great weather. We promote buy local, which will help
some of the little businesses.”
Ben Bevan, manager of the Riverside caravan park in Eaton,
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pall over caravanning pursuits
It’s now time to bounce back…
Riverside in Eaton – closed at Easter
said that “after a false start, 2020 begins now! For the first time
in 40 years since my family purchased our little park back in
1980, we had no visitors and we were closed for Easter. It was
Clubs in abeyance
strange and quiet, but we knew it was the same everywhere”.
“After a couple of months now in isolation we have adapted to
A ustralind Happy Wanderers: No rallies during lockdown;
first rally was early June to the Harvey Caravan Park.
the new normal and are ready to welcome smaller numbers of Barking Gumnuts: Encouraged members to go on small trips;
people back to the park. Things will be the same, but different, last rally was to East Rockingham in March; next rally this
and we will have to all do our part to keep heading in the right month in Peel region; August rallies onwards still booked.
direction.
Bitone West Coast: Nothing during the lockdown; first rally
“Sometimes we take things for granted, but I think we will all after lockdown was scheduled for July 2-4 to Wannamal, north
have a greater appreciation for how lucky we are to live in our of Bindoon.
little corner of the world and move forward with a new outlook
on life. Busselton: June rally to Estuary Hideaway Caravan Park in
Mandurah cancelled; club in hibernation until September 10‑12;
“Let’s hope all goes well during the next few months and then
we can enjoy having clubs of all sizes back in the park again,” first rally is to White Gum Farm, Malebelling, east of York.
he said. Geographe: Not staging an AGM this year; first rally scheduled
Trish Fender of Green Head Caravan Park, part of the Kui chain, for Maranup Ford Park (near Greenbushes) in August.
lamented the decision of the State Government to place the Jayco Owners: Awaiting further lifting of restriction on numbers
new boundary just short of its property, meaning southerners before deciding on the next rally.
could not get into the park.
Rangeview: Last rally was to Lancelin in February; southern
“We have a lot of people wanting to book in, but can’t do
rally planned for July.
anything until the government lifts the roadblock.”
John Krentzin, of Northern Suburbs Auto Electrics in Rolling Wheels: Last rally in mid-March; June rally to Moora
Greenwood, said business had been “pretty ordinary” during cancelled; awaiting government guidelines before organising
the virus. “There’s a trickle now and probably will be for the next rally.
rest of the year. Caravanners are itching to go, for sure, but for Sandgropers: Held its pre-Covid rally at Big4 Taunton Farm in
us it is hit and miss. It will improve once the borders open.” mid-March and then a 23-van rally in Busselton mid-June with
Ebikers’ John Schelfhout said his electric bikes were “flying its July rally scheduled for Maranup.
out the door” and he had trouble getting in enough stock to
cope with the demand. Silver Possums: The Possums were first off the block, staging a
rally starting the week of May 21 (when some of the instrastate
“Sales have tripled during the crisis. People have become borders were lifted); second rally was from June 12 at Ledge
more relaxed and not in a hurry. They are also shunning Point.
public transport and have come to realise there is something
other than sitting in traffic. South West: Rallies were to start on May 29 in Kojonup, bush
camping with a maximum of 20 participants.
“You can ride from Freo to Perth in the same time you drive
and you save a stack of money on parking and fuel. Swan: Last rally Bunbury Foreshore in early March; hoping to
“We have a lot of forward orders. There is a change happening, go to Lancelin in late July, but confirmed for Wongon Hills
and it’s not short term,” he said of the electric-bike revolution. in August.
Most of the intrastate borders opened on June 18 to a flurry Westside: Cancelled June roving rally to Carnarvon; next rally
of caravans. will be Bridgetown in August.
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Proposed business plan stirs up
comment in the clubs
A n independent, discussion forum sub-committee was
established at the November 2019 WAACCI delegates’
meeting. This sub-committee was to provide a platform for
proposed business plan was tabled and accepted at the March
delegates’ meeting. While much of this has been talked about
at club rallies and meetings already this year, the following
clubs to give feedback on the draft WAACCI business plan and highlights of the report are recorded for historical purposes.
the future for moving forward. Recommendations from the feedback received from member
An initial process of obtaining feedback was to request clubs included:
responses from clubs about the WAACCI draft business plan • Recommending deferment of the consideration to employ
using questions posed by the sub-committee. Two emails were an executive officer until the priorities for implementation
sent requesting a response from all clubs, the first in December and other feedback have been considered and the WAACCI
2019 and the second in January 2020. strategic objectives and the draft business plan are reviewed;
Seventeen of 32 clubs (53% of all clubs in WAACCI) responded • Recommending the withdrawal of a proposed fee on clubs
with feedback. As part of this process we also invited South or members for the executive officer’s appointment;
West clubs to a meeting in Bunbury to gather their feedback. • Submit nominations for filling two vacancies on the WAACCI
It is important to note that these are responses from clubs and their executive from Beth de Jong and Ashley Hams; and
members, not individuals. • Submit priorities for the WAACCI committee to implement
A further process to obtaining additional feedback was to hold into the draft business plan.
a discussion forum with clubs. All clubs were invited, even if
they had not yet provided feedback. The forum was facilitated Priorities
by sub-committee members Beth de Jong (Silver Possums Priorities for implementation into the draft business plan:
Caravan Club) and Ashley Hams (Red Gum Caravan Club), 1. Simplify the draft business plan;
with Joe de Jong taking notes. 2. Review the role of an executive officer;
The objectives of the discussion forum were to: 3. Continue with the magazine;
• Share and review the responses received from the 17 4. Improve communication with clubs and build better
clubs; obtain additional feedback from clubs and identify relationships with country clubs;
priorities; and 5. Advocate on behalf of WAACCI clubs and members;
• Coordinate a way forward with the support of the clubs. 6. Support clubs to retain and grow membership;
Thirty four members representing 19 clubs attended the 7. Continue to invite guest speakers to delegates’ meetings.
discussion forum, including nine clubs that had not yet
provided feedback. This means that a total of 26 affiliated Strategic direction
clubs of WAACCI (81%) have been involved in providing The above priorities developed from the club feedback suggest
feedback about the draft business plan. It was also pleasing a proposed new set of strategic directions for the draft business
to see many country clubs in attendance. plan. These would provide clarity and focus around the most
While there has been some prioritising of the club responses important activities of WAACCI for clubs.
for the purposes of reviewing the draft WAACCI business plan, These strategic directions would also assist with reviewing and
it is also clear that all of the feedback is worthy of consideration creating clarity for revising the vision and mission statements
when identifying the future activities of WAACCI. of WAACCI. These are:
This whole process was successful in obtaining strong feedback Communication – Partnering with clubs:
from clubs, resulting in a clear focus on what clubs want and Partnering with clubs and providing clear information about
for consideration by the WAACCI executive when revising the a vision, mission and about what current activities are being
draft business plan and planning the future of WAACCI. undertaken;
Feedback on the February discussion forum regarding the
Advocacy – Providing a voice to government
and industry:
Business People or Hobby Farmers
Providing a voice to these agencies on behalf of WAACCI and
members;
Growing membership:
When you have business or farm “clutter” Supporting clubs to retain and grow membership and help
establish new clubs;
to clear out –
We’ve got the Solution! Marketing of WAACCI:
Contacts with government, industry, members and potential
Call Peter Holmes 0402 226 444 members through the WA Caravan & Camping Magazine,
the web page and social media;
Safety, Education and Better Environment:
Ensuring clubs have up-to-date information about caravanning,
product recalls, and changes to legislation and policy.
Continued page 9
8Banding together in uncertain times
T his email was sent by me to all caravan clubs and advertisers
and supporters earlier this year.
“However, as a community, we are uniquely placed to help
those around us who are doing it tough. We’re all in this
together, so think about your fellow club mates and check if
It was intended for us to think about the future of our clubs
and interaction with our advertisers, some of whom have any need assistance.
been doing it tough in the coronavirus crisis. “My suggestion is to use this time to revisit your annual plan
“We find ourselves in extraordinary times! But I want to alert and create a new plan for after the virus. The first part of the
you to a wonderful opportunity coming up. The virus has had year has gone, but this time will be valuable if spent adapting
a huge impact. At first, we thought our caravans would save your plans for the second half of the year for the best impact.
us, we could isolate ourselves from the cities and all would Some clubs are locked in but, others can choose who and
be good. Now, even our smallest trips have been restricted. where they wish to support. You could choose who you want
And rightly so. to support by moving your rallies to the places and people
who have been severely impacted.
“Imagine 15-20 caravans coming to town in a small regional
Business plan cont’d town, which has been doing it really tough. A working farm
can get by, but our clubs could be a lifesaver for so many of the
Observations and Recommendations advertisers in our magazine. Pick the caravan park you wish to
The process has shown that there was little anecdotal support, the small regional town where you will spend your
knowledge of past achievements of WAACCI’s involvement money, where your money can be best spent when you are
in government and industry matters affecting caravanners. allowed back on the road together.
However, we asked past members to provide a summary to “We are a strong and generous community, so let’s support
update those in attendance. Rhoda Walker (Caravan Club those who have been supporting us. Our advertisers will
of WA) provided us a lot of information from her husband need our support. As you come out of isolation, think about
Ted’s files. From this information we have identified that servicing your vehicles and caravans with our advertisers.
WAACCI has had many involvements during the past years in Think about where you want every dollar to go to and make
representing the interests of caravanners. a plan on how you can lift the spirits and the financial
We expect, as the opportunities arise, or as WAACCI is distress of business owners who have been at the mercy of
proactive in promoting caravanning issues, that new matters this health crisis, which has become a financial crisis for
will be addressed and reported to the clubs comprehensively so many.
and in a timely manner. “This community can do so much. So, think about after the
The discussion forum sub-committee is not proposing any virus, make your plans, have discussions on who you will
changes to the structure or constitution of WAACCI, but support and you will bring lifeblood back into the businesses
simply presented the delegates’ suggestions on how to fill who rely on you.
the vacancies on the executive and make the experience less “Stay safe and look forward to better times.” Russell McKinnon
onerous and more enjoyable.
It was thought that delegates did not volunteer to join the
executive because they view the process of the WAACCI Westside marches down
executive as being a task, not a pleasure. It was suggested that
additional appointments be presented to WAACCI to assist
to the Riverside in Eaton
in the management, through filling the casual vacancies. The
new committee members would assist the executive for the
immediate future until the AGM.
W estside Caravan Club visited Riverside caravan park
in Eaton for its March rally and John and Sue
Marsh provided the information.
Ashley Hams and Beth De Jong nominated for vacancies on The park was very clean and tidy and relatively new, with
the WAACCI Committee (and were subsequently elected) and a big pool and camp kitchen.
suggested that the Bunbury-based Sou’West Getaway Club
also be invited to join the committee. We had 14 vans with 25 people for the rally, which was
opened on the Tuesday by president Steve Marsh, who
Recommendations announced his resignation and was later replaced by
1. That WAACCI reduces the number of delegates’ meetings Terry Hollis.
from twice-monthly to quarterly;
On Wednesday, we played bowls, had a word substitute
2. Based on the meeting with the South West clubs, it was competition while walkers walked and swimmers utilised the
recommended that a $50 cost refund to clubs attending
pool and the committee met to vote on the new president.
from beyond Rockingham, Midland and Joondalup;
3. Provide feedback to the Sou’West Getaway Club regarding On Thursday, we held a picnic lunch down the road in
the State Rally, to be held in Bunbury, October 23-26, 2020 a shaded area with plenty of amenities and Liz had a
(subsequently postponed until 2021). long list of word substitute names, producing plenty of
laughter and fun. We also saw a pelican and a dolphin.
Summary
Also on the agenda was rolling pin bowls and fun on the
Although the report strongly recommended changes to
the draft business plan, it was noted that there were some flying fox. The club also donated a blanket to the Wattle
similarities that would assist in revising the draft business Hills Care Home.
plan and blending information. The discussion forum sub- On Friday, it was home time and Steve was thanked for
committee appreciated the opportunity to work on this activity his work as president.
with the clubs and WAACCI.
9Rock at the Foot of the Hills
M artin Rock is the driving force behind Foothills RV
Centre in Armadale.
The former Brit came for a holiday to Perth 13 years ago to
see his brother and ended up getting a job offer while visiting
the Perth Caravan & Camping Show at McCallum Park. He
was going to tour Europe in a van with his wife Nicola before
answering the call to sunnier climates.
By bringing his European caravan-building skills to Western
Australia, he enhanced the various companies he worked
for, ultimately leading him to establishing Foothills in
December 2016.
“I named it Foothills as it was at the bottom of the hill from
where we live,” he said.
It’s been a 37-year journey in the caravan industry and
something he relishes.
Like most businesses, he has found the Covid-19 lockdown
quiet, but still maintained repairs for many local clients as
well as caravan club members.
“The caravan industry has been hit hard, but the local
community has been absolutely brilliant. We have even been
getting vans from over east in here,” he said.
Caravanners were using the lockdown as an excellent
opportunity to service their vans and make various
modifications.
Martin is a self-confessed perfectionist. “I like to treat people’s
vans as if they’re my own,” and added, “I like to treat people
how I would like to be treated.”
Reputation is everything in this game and Martin said people
were looking after their vans better now, as they were looking “That’s how it all started. Within the first year (of being in
for good resale value. Perth), we loved it – the beaches, the lifestyle, the outdoor
living and the friendly people.”
During a quiet moment at his Burns Road, Armadale business,
Martin spoke of how vans were made differently from in He was with Elross for six years and has also worked for
England and how normal cars pull the much lighter vans. Fleetwood as a quality control foreman, dealing with warranty
issues and understanding the ups and downs of the business.
“They’re not built for rough terrain and are very light with lots
of aluminium, with fibreglass roofs and furniture bolted to the He branched out on his own in December 2016 to establish
walls and then lowered on to the chassis. Foothills RV and deals heavily in insurance repairs for major
companies, as well as works for many local caravanners,
“I came over on a skilled visa sponsored by Elross Caravans, including those just passing through.
which were originally caravan breakers. When breaking down
the vans they discovered the problems with the construction Martin and Nicola were going to give it four years in WA and if
and decided to build their own. it didn’t work out, they would return to their European travels.
With a Transit van half kitted out for tripping around Australia
and a burgeoning business, there seems no likelihood they
will be returning to the old country any time soon, or even
finishing and using that Transit!
Quairading cancellation
The Quairading Agricultural Society’s 100th show,
scheduled for October this year, has been cancelled
due to the uncertainty around Covid restrictions.
It has been slated for October 9 next year.
10How the NACC insurance protects you
T he following is a brief summary of the NACC insurance
policy cover and main uninsured risks.
Main Sub Limits
$1,000,000 – Statutory liability/fines and penalties;
$250,000 – Employment Practices (EPL);
This is general information for all State associations and their
$50,000 – Fidelity/employee crime;
members and does not override Policy Schedule & Policy
$20,000 – Tax audit.
Wording & Exclusions contained therein.
Personal Accident – Voluntary Workers/
Insured Entities/Persons (brief)
Committee/Office Bearers
NACC and all affiliated associations, caravan clubs and its
$100,000 – Capital benefits, eg. death and disablement;
members.
$1,000 – Loss of weekly income (52 weeks).
Business Activity
Main Uninsured Risks (if applicable) – there is
Not-for-profit caravan clubs and associations. NO cover for the following
Basic Scope of Cover (Australia wide) • Office/mobile equipment;
The policy is for protection of insured entities, affiliated clubs • Travel insurance (interstate or overseas);
and members in performance of officially organised events, • Cancellation of events/functions, ie expenses incurred in
meetings, rallies in connection with the insured’s activity. event of cancellation.
• Cyber Liability (CL);
Summary of Cover/Indemnity Limits • Members’ personal liability/property including (but not
$20,000,000 – General public and product liability; limited to) motor vehicles, caravans and contents, home
$5,000,000 – Professional indemnity; contents. Members are advised to maintain their own
$5,000,000 – Directors and officers’ liability; Insurance;
$1,000,000 – Management and organisation liability; • Sexual abuse/discrimination/harassment;
• Criminal activity;
Compliance assistance • Any loss/damage/liability NOT connected to officially
organised/sanctioned events/activity.
available from Caravan Council
Contact/Queries
T he Caravan Council of Australia – www.caravancouncil.
com.au – is introducing a professional engineering
and legal assistance programme to help owners of
Any inquiries/changes/claims should be directed via the
national body.
caravans and camper-trailers who have serious,
unresolved technical problems with their vehicles.
This service is available only for alleged major defects
involving compliancing and safety, where discussions
with the supplier have failed to resolve satisfactorily the
issues.
Complainants are asked to provide a few (small-size)
photos – if applicable – to best illustrate the issue(s):
The completed form, with photos, must not exceed
5mb, and must be limited to four pages. A statutory
declaration from the complainant will be required
before the supplier is contacted. Complainants are to
email the fully completed form to the Caravan Council
of Australia – caravancouncil@optusnet.com.au – where it
will be examined in strict confidence by an independent,
professional experienced engineer, and an accredited Bunbury Glade Caravan Park is a family owned and
experienced solicitor – without cost – to determine operated park located 3km from the centre of town.
whether any legal action is likely to resolve the issue(s) We’re a proud member of the Top Parks family.
favourably, and what the indicative costs would be for:
• Initiating such action, by a letter of demand and; We have shaded, grassy sites,
• Proceeding with appropriate action, if necessary. both powered and unpowered,
a resort style swimming pool,
An indicative cost for a simple basic letter of demand
TV room, BBQ facilities as well as
is about $400-$500 (+GST). If the claim is deemed to
camp kitchen and cabins to cater
be justified, and likely to be resolved satisfactorily, the
for the budget conscious traveller.
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11West Coasters in Pemberton
W est Coast Jayco pre-empted the coronavirus with a rally
to Pemberton on February. Sandy Harley brings us
the action.
On the Thursday, most of us had met or followed very large
(mine site) vehicles on the main Perth to Bunbury Highway
and had to slow down for roadworks and that was without
Stan & Jenny missing the turning and nearly ending up in
Augusta. Luckily they were saved by a ranger before they went
any further up the logging trail.
On the Friday, the rally started at happy hour with a huge feed
of strawberries from a local farm. We then went for dinner at
the Sportsman’s Bar, a short walk up the hill. We thoroughly
recommend the meal.
On the Saturday, we were all ready with our picnic lunches Along the way we noted some very interesting rock formations,
packed and stowed in vehicles by 9am. Seven cars left the took a peek at Point D’Entrecasteaux and finally, the
caravan park for Northcliffe for our morning tea at the stunningly beautiful Salmon Bay before making our way back
Hollowbutt Cafe. down to Windy Harbour Settlement for our picnic lunch.
Leaving Northcliffe, we took a scenic drive towards Windy A perfect spot was found on the grassed area beside the
Harbour. Bypassing the settlement, we headed for Nature’s children’s playground. At the conclusion of lunch, a few of
Window up on the clifftop. Wow! Everyone was in awe of this! us sat and relaxed while others walked to take a look at the
beach and surf club, and others did a scenic drive around the
At the end of the bitumen pathway were viewing platforms settlement to see the various styles of old holiday shacks.
to enable us to safely take in the majestic view of Nature’s
Window. The remainder of the scenery was just as awesome Then we headed back towards Northcliffe taking in the many
with a clear outlook to the small islands, fishing boats, a cruise displays of beautiful, brightly orange swamp bottlebrush
ship and the settlement below, plus a close look at a group of along the roadside.
whales passing by! An opportunity was taken by some of our group to stop at Mt
Chudalup (a large granite monadnock) to take a closer look.
Some of us went further up on the cliff walk to check out
The walk up to the start of the climb was a bit tricky as it was
the communication towers while others sat on the benches
a series of steps made using small gravel. However, a wooden
grabbing a quick rest before climbing back into our cars to do
bridge on to the rock was helpful.
a scenic drive via Tookulup Point.
Back in Northcliffe, and Stan and Jenny were the first to
venture into the Understory Painted Tree Gallery and Nature
JILL & STEVE welcome you to Trail, a 1.2km walk looking at different art forms created in
Harvey Rainbow Caravan Park burnt-out trees and natural surrounds (following the big
bushfire in February 2015).
Happy hour in Pemberton was held on the grass in front of
• Grassed, powered sites • On-Site vans
the campers’ kitchen. After a quick group photo here, we had
• Shady, grassed camping areas • BBQ area • Bitumen roads
• Modern, clean ablution block with disabled facilities drinks and a chance to review the adventures of our day out.
• New camp kitchen suitable for gatherings After morning tea on Sunday, four couples packed up and
• Pets at management approval • Clubs and Groups welcomed headed for home while those remaining went their separate
• Ample space for marquee ways for the day, driving over to Manjimup to visit relatives/
shops or around the local area and into the centre of Pemberton
KENNEDY STREET, HARVEY
for a look at the Old Picture Theatre, the town layout and
Phone (08) 9729 2239 buildings of interest, plus… lunch at The Crossings Bakery.
jill@harveyrainbow.com.au
PO BOX 235, HARVEY WA 6220
The rally closed at happy hour and the following morning
the remaining vans went their separate ways home.
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