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To find out more about Self Containment or the Sustainable Development of the Motorhome and Self Contained Vehicle Niche Market, check out the Motorhoming Section. |
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| 21 Nov 2008 | The Horsham Rural City Council has renewed its Logo Link in the Regions and Shires (Motorhome Friendlies) category of our Marketplace. Horsham hosted the April 2005 CMCA Rally. Visit this website and plan your tours around the Great Grampians, the Little Desert, Victoria’s version of Ayers Rock and numerous other attractions and places of interest. Visit the website early in the evening so that you can set off for Horsham at first light tomorrow!
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IMPORTANT WARNING FOR MEMBERS Some Members who have advertised a motorhome for sale have been contacted by an overseas buyer, via email, with an offer to purchase their vehicle at an inflated price. The buyer then requests that the extra money be refunded to them so the vehicle can be shipped overseas. It is suggested vendors avoid all transactions and communication with any buyer whose offer resembles that outlined above. It is also strongly recommended that Members delete the offending emails.
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| 20 Nov 2008 | Driwash’n Guard® is the latest advertiser in the Mechanical Parts & Products category of our Marketplace. Driwash’n Guard® Waterless Carwash is a combination carwash, polish and protective glaze which can be applied directly to any dirty surface on a vehicle without the use of water. Clean your motorhome while camped under a tree or parked at the beach. Visit this website – and perhaps clean-up big time!
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| 19 Nov 2008 | All American RV's & Trucks Pty Ltd of Gateshead, NSW, importers of Fifth Wheelers built in the USA to comply with Australian Design Rules, has renewed its Logo Link in the Fifth Wheel Motorhome Sales category of our Marketplace. The website indicates features of their Fifth Wheelers which include large slide-outs, floor heating, diamond plate bulk head, enclosed under carriage with huge storage compartments as standard. Visit this website – you’ll see they also import Dodge, Chevy and F150 trucks to tow your new Fifth Wheeler.
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Casino Village, Australia’s first motorhome village located in Casino, has put Casino on the map for many motorhomers. The Richmond Valley Council has renewed its Logo Link in the Regions and Shires: (Motorhome Friendlies) category of our Marketplace to enable motorhomers to research the variety and natural beauty of the coastlines, national parks, rugged ranges, rainforests, tranquil rivers, wildlife and old fashioned courtesy of the locals. Visit this website; then add Casino to your next trip plan. |
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| 18 Nov 2008 | RV Powerstream Pty Ltd is the latest advertiser in the Batteries, Battery Charges and Battery Accessories category of our Marketplace. “Efficency with battery energy” is their slogan – they specialise in the supply of batteries, generators and inverters. Their experience with the marine and mining industries give them a solid background to work on total solutions for motorhomes. Visit this website – it may provide you with much more energy! |
Dreamland Trailers is the latest advertiser in the Fifth Wheel Sales category of our Marketplace. Their slogan, “If you can dream it.. we can build it”, provides an insight into their thinking. They design with the “rough and tumble of Australian roads” in mind. They also sell RV accessories, appliances and building materials. Visit this website – and your dream may take shape!
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Important Notice for members of the Island Wanderers Chapter. 5 - 7 Dec 2008, Bishopsbourne Community Centre, shwrs, tlts, med pwr, pets as per CMCA rules, $6pvpn. Fri night trivia, Sat Christmas Dinner Dance & Fun $25 per head, dinner bookings and money to Island Wanderers Secretary, P.O. Box 459, Launceston, Tas, 7250 by 1st Dec, Sunday AGM. Hosts Denis and Trix Dobson Ph 0418 366 642. |
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| 17 Nov 2008 | Chris Wright Motorhomes of Beaudesert in Queensland has renewed its Logo Link in the Conversions category of our Marketplace. Chris is one of the second type of Motorhome Converter – one who has spent years living in a motorhome – so he knows what is needed. Nothing worse than nowhere to hang the towels, no spot for a rubbish container and no shelves for all your bits and pieces! Visit this website – you may well feel at home! |
Metro Underground, at Kalgoorlie in the West Australian Goldfields Region, is the latest advertiser in the Holiday Parks / Motorhome and Caravan Parks category of our Marketplace. Located in the CBD, motorhomers can stroll to shops, cafes, restaurants, pubs, tourist centre and attractions. Visit this website and then follow the Historic Golden Quest Discovery Trail and discover WA where the roads were paved with gold. |
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| 14 Nov 2008 | Century Batteries is the latest advertiser in the Batteries, Battery Charges and Battery Accessories category of our Marketplace. Since 1928 Century has been manufacturing a range of longer life batteries, including automotive and deep cycle batteries, in Australia to suit our extreme climate and harsh conditions. Visit this website – and get “current” information! |
The South Australian Department for Environment and Heritage has announced that the Simpson Desert will be closed during the hottest months of the year to ensure the safety of visitors and emergency personnel. The closure, to apply from 1 December to 15 March each year, will affect the Simpson Desert Conservations Park and Regional reserve in South Australia. |
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Tamworth Country Music Festival, Hosted by Central Coast Wanderers. 9 – 26 January 2009. |
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| 13 Nov 2008 | Rich Electric Co Pty Ltd, one of the world’s largest manufacturers of pure sine wave inverters, has renewed its Logo Link in the Accessories category of our Marketplace. The SuperCombi Power Management System is a pure sine wave inverter, battery charger and has external modules for solar and DC charge. Range includes 12, 24 and 48 volt models. Visit this website – for 'current advice'. |
| 12 Nov 2008 | When you want to hire a motorhome or other vehicle, you usually have a specific vehicle, or type of vehicle, in mind to suit your budget and needs. Getabout Oz, the latest advertiser in the Motorhome Rentals – Australia category of our Marketplace, is a broker for self drive vehicles. They tell us they are able to source vehicles from the widest range of vehicles throughout Australia and New Zealand. Visit this websites and you’ll be 'gladabout' Getabout. |
| 11 Nov 2008 | Ready to convert a bus into a motorhome? First, you’ll need a bus! Nazzari Bus Sales of Perth, which has renewed its Logo Link in the 'Buses – ready for conversion and already converted' category of our Marketplace, tells us they have Australia's largest range of used buses with over 50 buses in stock every day. Also, brand new buses and coaches as well as a number of pre-loved motorhomes. Visit this website before you 'miss the bus!' |
| 10 Nov 2008 | Motorhomes Queensland has renewed its Logo Links in the Motorhome and Campervan Sales category and the Fifth Wheel Motorhome category of our Marketplace. Want a new motorhome? How about a Matilda or Trakka Motorcampers and campervans or a Northstar slide-on camper? If you want a Fifth Wheeler - a King of the Road, Play Mor or Australia’s Travelhome? Perhaps a pre-loved motorhome? Based in Caboolture, Motorhomes Queensland sells Australia wide. Visit their website - and experience their pride and pleasure at introducing new motorhomers to our wonderful lifestyle.
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| 07 Nov 2008 | Many of us don’t know a lot about wheel alignments and vehicle suspensions but we know when “something” is wrong. Eadie's Mechanical / All Type Axle Corrections of Amberley in Queensland, which has renewed its Logo Link in the Repairs and Service category of our Marketplace, specialise in wheel alignments and in and out of vehicle axle corrections and vehicle suspensions. They cater for all types of vehicles - from cars to prime movers. Visit this website – make sure your wheels are aligned and your suspension is, um, working!
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| 06 Nov 2008 | Naked RV Components of Caloundra in Queensland has renewed its Logo Link in the Slide-on Campers category of our Marketplace. Twenty years of fibre glass industry experience provides an excellent background for building modern fifth wheelers and slide on units. Naked RV tells us that they continually expand their technology so as to supply superior products. Visit this website – you don’t have to get dress-up to visit!
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| 05 Nov 2008 | Ozcape Campers Pty Ltd of West Burleigh in Queensland has renewed its Logo Link in the Slide-on Campers category of our Marketplace. They tell us the luxurious slide-ons are suitable for most one-ton table top utes. Elaborate and European-style design of different layouts provide maximum living space and storage. Visit this website – and you may well see your ute in a new light! |
| 04 Nov 2008 | Dyman Foams, a Brisbane based company specialising in cut polyurethane foams and other related products, is the latest advertiser in the Decor, Furnishings, Mattresses & Seats category of our Marketplace. Mattresses (any size, covered in a variety of fabrics), cut to size cushions (including custom shapes) and insulation can be made in soft to hard foams. Good news – you won’t be keep waiting - quick turn-around time. Visit this website – and foam up, err, form up an order! |
| 03 Nov 2008 | The December Members Market is now available online. |
I & D Industries has renewed its advertising in both the Motorhome & Campervan Sales category and the Repairs and Service to Motorhomes category of our Marketplace. Not only are they a 'one-stop-shop' for motorhome and bus conversions, Igor is a smash repair specialist, meaning repairs and appropriate modifications can be performed on site. Visit this website and - wait for it - take the bus to I & D Industries. |
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| 31 Oct 2008 | The CMCA Fellowship List has been updated |
You are about to set out on the big trip - see everything - well, at least all the really good stuff! But how do you find out about 'the really good stuff?' Gregory's has a number of guides which detail towns and popular locations each with attractions, events and camping/caravan grounds. Gregory’s has renewed its Logo Link in the Books, Guides, Maps, Tours and Travelling category of our Marketplace. Visit this website – and see all the “really good stuff” on the 'really good stuff'. |
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| 30 Oct 2008 | The Travellers Secretary is the latest advertiser in the Premium Table of the Mail Forwarding category of our Marketplace. An efficient secretary would take care of your bills, mail, emails, phone calls and faxes – exactly the services offered by The Travellers Secretary. They provide mail redirection and scanning, bill paying, receive and record phone calls, redirect your emails, faxes and voicemails while you concentrate on enjoying your holiday! Visit this website – appoint your “secretary” – and then enjoy your holiday with communications with the outside world under control!
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| 29 Oct 2008 | Truck & Bus Towbars Qld is the latest advertiser in the Trailers & Towing Systems category of our Marketplace. If you want to tow with your motorhome you may well need a custom made towbar – you’ll definitely need towbar that is safe and legal. Truck & Bus Towbars is a privately owned company specialising in individual designs and pay particular attention to safety and procedures complying with Australian Design Rules. Visit this website – and you may not be so towey about towing!
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Done a lap of Australia or brand new to motorhoming? Escorted motorhome touring is a unique group travel experience. Choose from North America and New Zealand tour packages. How about a motorhoming trip in Australia with built-in mates and lead by an experienced motorhoming tour guide? Tag-along in your own motorhome on any of the Australian tour options. Kiwi Travel Club Ltd is the latest advertiser in the Premium category Motorhome Rentals: Australia, Premium category Motorhome Rentals: New Zealand and Premium category Motorhome Rentals and Exchange: Worldwide in our Marketplace as well as a Banner on the Motorhoming Information page. Visit this website – and cancel your newspaper – you won’t be at home to read it!
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The November edition of The Wanderer is now available online. |
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| 28 Oct 2008 | “Air heating, hot water systems, evaporative cooling, air-conditioning, RV sunroof and clear vision enhancer Hotshot” sounds like the basic equipment list of a comfortable motorhome. It is also the product list of Webasto Product Australia Pty Ltd which has renewed its Logo Links in the Motorhome Accessories category and the Heating and Air Conditioning category of our Marketplace. Visit this website – and start working on your shopping list.
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Christmas/New Year Operating Hours for Ken Tame & Associates and CMCA National Headquarters will be closed for the Christmas/New Year holiday period from noon Christmas Eve, Wednesday 24th December 2008 and reopening on Monday 5th January 2009. The office of Ken Tame & Associates will be closed during the Christmas /New Year holiday period on the following week days only:- Thursday 25th December 2008 Every other week day the office will be open from 9.00am. Our 24 hour Emergency Towing Assistance Number, 1800 652 256, will continue to be operational every day as it is normally. Should you require any other ‘Emergency’ assistance throughout the Christmas/New Year period you can contact Ken on 0418 561 908 or Gary on 0439 610 974.
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| 27 Oct 2008 | When your motorhome is 'in-between trips' or when hail or major dust storms are approaching, you’d probably like your motorhome parked in a large shed. StormCovers Australia, which has renewed its Logo Link in the Accessories category of our Marketplace, say their motorhome covers are recognised as mobile carports! As well as offering protection against hail, rain, dust and UV damage, the polyethylene outer layer and the closed cell foam mean no sweating, condensation, mildew or scratching. Visit this website – explore this cover-up story! |
| 24 Oct 2008 | Your motorhome or campervan need a few repairs or some new accessories fitted? Brett of Brett’s Camper Care and CMCA Member specialises in most types of this work. Brett has renewed his Logo Link in the Repairs and Service to Motorhomes category as well as the Accessories category of our Marketplace. So, if you are based in Brisbane or passing through the northern side of Brisbane, visit this website and book in to get all those little jobs done. |
| 23 Oct 2008 | When did you last attend a Camel Race? Your big chance comes on the 1st and 2nd August 2009 at the Tara Festival of Culture and Camel Races 1-2 August 2009. Tara is 3.5hrs west of Brisbane, near Dalby in Queensland. The Shire of Tara Development Assn is the latest advertiser in the Attractions, Activities & Adventures category and the Regions and Shires: Motorhome Friendlies category of our Marketplace. Visit this website – then grab your diary and map!
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| 22 Oct 2008 | The CMCA Fellowship List has been updated |
Billabong Motorhomes has renewed its Logo Link in the Motorhomes & Campervan Sales category of our Marketplace. They pride themselves on 'providing motorhomes of exceptional quality - design, layout, superior finishes - and excellent customer service'. Their goal is to surpass the quality of the top of the range, production-line built motorhomes. Their website displays 9 to 12 metre coaches and Mercedes-Benz Sprinters. Visit this website – and you may soon take up coaching! |
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Ray's Outdoors has now joined as a new Member Benefit. Ray's Outdoors offer a great range of motorhoming and camping products at stores Australia wide. For more information please click here. |
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| 21 Oct 2008 | Sunliner Recreational Vehicles has renewed its Logo Link in the Motorhomes & Campervan Sales category of our Marketplace. Sunliner produces a large range of campervans and motorhomes from small pop-top vans that can double as a second car to more spacious Mercedes Sprinter campervans and to large motorhomes. If you were planning to go to the movies tonight, save your money - visit this website and you will be wonderfully entertained and informed. You’ll be “sunlined” rather than “sidelined”. |
Melbourne RV Centre, the sole authorised agent for Sunliner in Melbourne, has renewed its Logo Link in the Motorhome & Campervan sales category of our Marketplace. A large range of new and used campervans and motorhomes is presented by a sales team with over seventy years of collective experience in the RV industry. The Service and Repair centre focuses on after-sales service, upgrades and general maintenance. Visit this website – and you might get the first glimpse of your next motorhome. |
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| 20 Oct 2008 | Talvor Motorhomes of Northgate in Brisbane has renewed its Logo Link in the Motorhome & Campervan Sales category of our Marketplace. Research, development and experience in producing vehicles for the national rental market ensures the designs and features are constantly at the cutting edge. Wide selection – from two berth with shower and toilet built on the long wheel base VW to luxury 6 berth. Three year warranty is standard. Visit this website – a huge range awaits your perusal. |