Our Club proudly welcomes our 51st ACC branch
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- Published: 16 May 2018 16 May 2018
Our Club is delighted to announce the formation of our 51st branch following the success of our stand at the Cairns Expo.
The ACC Rainforest Ramblers was formed with a good start of 15 new members, following a meet and greet last Sunday. The branch will service RVers in the North Queensland regions of Cairns, Kuranda, the Atherton Tablelands and their surrounds.
“Our Club is always excited when a new branch forms and we welcome our new members to our ACC family,” our ACC Chairman Craig said.
“I would also like to especially thank our hardworking ACC members who worked so hard on the stand to ensure it was a success. Some members travelled all the way from Townsville. Your efforts are greatly appreciated by all ACC members,” Craig said.
RVers living in the Cairns, Kuranda and Atherton Tablelands regions interested in finding out more about our Club or the Rainforest Ramblers, are welcome to email our membership team on This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
ACC Welcomes Sandstone Park Carnarvon Gorge
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- Published: 15 May 2018 15 May 2018
The Australian Caravan Club is delighted to welcome Sandstone Park Carnarvon Gorge in Central Queensland to its member benefits programme.
Stage One is now open to self-sufficient travellers.
Located a short five-minute drive from Carnarvon Gorge National Park on sealed roads. Over 50 acres to choose your own perfect site, every site has stunning 360° views of the surrounding ranges, all sites are drive through and spacious to ensure maximum enjoyment and comfort during your stay. Sites are all unpowered.
Sandstone Park is the only Pet Friendly option in Carnarvon Gorge and offer specially designed pet kennels for hire on a daily rate so you can enjoy all that the Gorge has to offer.
While at Carnarvon Gorge you can take one of the many guided walking tours, a scenic helicopter flight, a night safari guided tour, or simply hike the gorge at your leisure.
Sandstone Park Carnarvon Gorge offer ACC members a ‘stay for 4 nights and receive the 5th night free’ deal. Membership card is to be shown to receive this offer.
For further information about Sandstone Park, members should log onto this website and click on the green Member Benefits - Accommodation button on this webpage.
Recall – 2018 (KL) Jeep Cherokee equipped with 2.4L (ED6, ED8) engine
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- Published: 14 May 2018 14 May 2018
There has been a recall on 2018 (KL) Jeep Cherokees equipped with 2.4L (ED6, ED8) engine.
The recall notice states that the vehicles may have been built with an incorrectly manufactured fuel tube which may result in a fuel leak and potentially a subsequent engine compartment fire. The notice further states that an engine compartment fire due to a fuel leak could result in burns or smoke inhalation injuries to occupants and / or bystanders. The fuel leak could also cause the vehicle to lose power and shut down without prior warning, potentially causing an accident.
For further information and to see if your vehicle is affected, go to: https://www.productsafety.gov.au/recall/fca-australia-pty-ltd-2018-kl-jeep-cherokee-equipped-with-24l-ed6-ed8-engine
Recall – 2004-2007 (KJ) Jeep Cherokee
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- Published: 14 May 2018 14 May 2018
There has been a recall on 2004-2007 (KJ) Jeep Cherokees.
The recall notice states that the rear suspension lower control arms may experience excessive corrosion and could eventually break. The notice states that a broken rear control arm due to excessive corrosion could cause reduced vehicle control and may cause a crash without prior warning.
For further information or to see if your vehicle is affected, go to: https://www.productsafety.gov.au/recall/fca-australia-pty-ltd-2004-2007-kj-jeep-cherokee
ACC Welcomes BIG4 Beachcomber Coconut Holiday Park
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- Published: 14 May 2018 14 May 2018
The Australian Caravan Club is delighted to welcome BIG4 Beachcomber Coconut Holiday Park at South Mission Beach in Queensland to its member benefits programme.
BIG4 Beachcomber Coconut Holiday Park is situated on the beach front at South Mission Beach with views of Dunk Island and backing on to the tropical rainforest/Cassowary conservation area. The Park is a Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence Winner for 2015 and 2016 and has everything you need for a wonderful holiday.
During your stay you can take advantage of the water activities offered nearby, such as Coral Sea Kayaking, a Mission Beach Dive, white water rafting or crocodile spotting tours. Out of the water there are scenic drives, sky diving or indulge in a Charley’s Chocolate Tour.
If you’d rather relax back at camp, the Park has a plethora of activities, such as, tennis, movie hire, bike hire, pool table, bingo, BBQ’s and an award winning resort pool with slide. The licenced Café is open from 7:30am to 7:30pm daily.
Big4 Beachcomber Coconut Holiday Park offers ACC members a 10% discount – up to $40 per stay – just show your membership card. Pets are not permitted.
For further information about Big4 Beachcomber Coconut Holiday Park, members should log onto this website and click on the green Member Benefits - Accommodation button found on this webpage.
Recall on American Special Vehicles – RAM 2500 (DJ) and 3500 (D2) Trucks
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- Published: 13 May 2018 13 May 2018
There is a recall on some American Special Vehicles – RAM 2500 (DJ) and 3500 (D2) Trucks model years 2017 and 2018 (up to and including April compliance) as some are equipped with a certain type of power steering hose which may experience a failure of the hose.
The notice states that this may result in loss of hydraulic assistance to the brake and steering systems increasing the risk of a crash and / or occupant injury.
For further information and to see if your vehicle is affected, go to: https://www.productsafety.gov.au/recall/american-special-vehicles-ram-2500-dj-and-3500-d2-trucks