Trial Freedom Camp at Warrangamba Recreation Reserve
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- Published: 09 April 2018 09 April 2018
One of the complaints we often hear is the lack of Freedom Camps on the outskirts of Sydney.
The good news for RVers wishing to base themselves in Sydney’s South West for a couple of days is that the Warragamba RV Short Stay free site has opened. You will recognise the name as Warragamba Dam is the source of Sydney’s water supply.
Situated within the Warragamba Recreation Reserve the site is part of a 12 month trial and evaluation by Wollondilly Shire Council. Self-contained motorhomes, caravans and campervans that meet the guidelines (RV must “have the capacity for holding fresh, grey and black water within the confines of the RV”) may stay for two nights with free access to a dump point, waste bins, BBQ’s and potable water. During daylight hours access to toilets is available. The parklands are locked after sun down each evening.
For RVers after-hours access is via a boom gate. There are only eight RV sites available. Sites cannot be pre-booked. It is a first in, first position basis. For this reason upon arrival it is necessary to register (telephone) the Council’s after-hours service provider to ascertain availability. It’s a short walk to town for café’s, restaurants and the local Workers Club.
Sugar City Pioneers continue quest to save lives
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- Published: 08 April 2018 08 April 2018
The Sugar City Pioneers branch of our Club continues on its quest to help save lives with a donation of $250 to the RACQ CQ Rescue service operating in Mackay.
Last year, several members of the branch undertook a Senior First Aid Course in Mackay, with an aim of not only benefiting fellow branch members, but all members of the travelling public.
RACQ CQ Rescue service operates two rescue helicopters from its Mackay base. For more than two decades, the Mackay-based rescue helicopter has been providing rapid response, critical care, and aeromedical retrieval services across Central Queensland 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The service has completed more than 7,700 missions.
ACC Sugar City Pioneers branch president Paul Eyles said that the branch had called for member donations to support a worthy cause at its Christmas Party last year. “We collected $250 from branch members and members chose RACQ CQ Rescue Service to be the recipient,” Paul said. “We were delighted to be able to present a cheque for $250 to Ian Rowan, the Chief Executive Officer of RACQ CQ Rescue.”
“We chose RACQ CQ Rescue Service as we believe this service could not only save the lives of caravanners and other RVers, but all travellers and users of our highways.”
“Without RACQ CQ Rescue, many lives would be lost or changed forever.”
“Our branch is very supportive of the work conducted by the RACQ CQ Rescue Service and recommends other members of the public, companies and community groups to donate to this worthy service, as it relies heavily on donations,” said Paul.
The ACC Sugar City Pioneers branch formed just under 3 years ago and through its musters and other activities has had strong membership growth. It now boasts 81 members in 45 RVs.
ACC Chairman Craig said he was very proud of the ACC Sugar City Pioneers branch. “This branch is a very active branch of our Club,” said Craig. “Its members not only put in a great effort within our Club, but they also work hard for the betterment of all RVers and road users.”
“While our members enjoy the social camaraderie at our branch musters, improving the lifestyle for the RVer is our Club’s main objective. This includes health and road safety issues and the efforts of our ACC Sugar City Pioneers are to be commended,” Craig said.
RVers wanting to find out more about the ACC or its ACC Sugar City Pioneers branch are welcome to contact the branch secretary Frank Casey by emailing This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or by phoning the ACC on 1800 734 493.
ACC Welcomes Cooktown Holiday Park
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- Published: 08 April 2018 08 April 2018
The Australian Caravan Club is delighted to welcome Cooktown Holiday Park to its member benefits programme.
Cooktown is the gateway to the Cape York Peninsula in Far North Queensland.
The Park, set in 8 acres of tropical award-winning gardens, is just a short stroll into town where you can discover the unique history of Cooktown's colourful past – including the site of Captain Cook's arrival on the banks of the Endeavour River in 1770.
While in Cooktown you some MUST DO’s include James Cook Museum, take in the 360 degree views from Grassy Hill, stroll down the main street and see some of the old Historical Buildings and visit the Botanical Gardens. Surrounding area drives out to Archer Point, Black Mountain and numerous waterfalls are all within easy reach. Make it your starting point for your Cape York Adventure.
Cooktown Holiday Park offer ACC members a 10% discount off powered sites to the value of $40. Pets are not permitted.
ACC members will find contact details and further information on Cooktown Holiday Park by clicking on the green Member Benefits – Accommodation button on this webpage. ACC members – don’t forget to log on first.
ACC Members – Sign Up a New Member and Receive a $25 Fuel Card
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- Published: 08 April 2018 08 April 2018
ACC members – don’t forget that for every new member you sign up to the ACC before 1 May 2018, you receive a $25 fuel card!
The more members we have, the more impact we will have when lobbying all levels of government, the RV industry and chambers of commerce on behalf of you, the RVer.
To be eligible for the fuel card offer, you must be a current financial member of the ACC and your name or membership number must appear as the referring member in the place provided on the new member’s application form. Fuel cards are issued on a quarterly basis.
Special interest group for Lone Trekkers
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- Published: 07 April 2018 07 April 2018
Are you travelling solo? The ACC Lone Trekkers is a special interest group for Australian Caravan Club members who travel around this beautiful country of ours on their own.
Our Lone Trekkers have their own Facebook page and communicate on their own members’ forum so that no matter where they are in OZ, Lone Trekkers can join up with each other for a tagalong, give support, share experiences or just meet for a cuppa or Happy Hour.
So if you are travelling solo, why not join the ACC today and join the Lone Trekkers special interest group?
Click here to "Join The Club Now"
Recall on Hyundai Santa Fe (DM)
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- Published: 06 April 2018 06 April 2018
A recall notice has issued for Hyundai Santa Fe (DM) sold nationally between 15 June 2017 and 28 December 2017.
The recall notice states that a manufacturing fault may cause the steering wheel assembly and column to separate.
The notice further states that this may cause a hazard as if the steering wheel assembly and column separate while in use, a vehicle may lose steering control and cause an accident.
To see if your vehicle is affected and for further information, go to https://www.productsafety.gov.au/recall/hyundai-motor-company-australia-pty-ltd-hyundai-santa-fe-dm
ACC Welcomes BIG4 Bungalow Park on Burrill Lake
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- Published: 06 April 2018 06 April 2018
The Australian Caravan Club is delighted to welcome BIG4 Bungalow Park on Burrill Lake to its member benefits programme.
BIG4 Bungalow Park on Burrill Lake is set on 26 acres of landscaped lawn and gardens with absolute lake frontage onto beautiful Burrill Lake in the South Coast region of New South Wales.
With access to the beach, private boat ramp, two jetties, tennis courts, kid’s entertainment, canoes, solar heated swimming pools, two camp kitchens, and nine undercover barbecues this really is a location to behold.
The estuary provides the angler with good fishing with many species encountered including flathead, bream, blackfish, whiting and blue swimmer crabs. The local beach also provides fishing where anglers can catch Australian salmon, whiting and tailor.
Other Park facilities include: Security Boom Gate, disabled/reduced mobility amenities block, ensuite sites, internet Kiosk, laundries and a dump point.
BIG4 Bungalow Park on Burrill Lake offer ACC members 10% off accommodation.
For further information and contact details for Big4 Bungalow Park on Burrill Lake, ACC members should click on the green member benefits – accommodation button on this webpage. ACC members – don’t forget to log on first!
