The ACC Pulse

July 2026

Board News

• The Board has entered into an agreement with KT Insurance to provide caravan insurance to members of the Australian Caravan Club Ltd. KT Insurance have the experience in the caravan/motorhome area to provide a product that may suit your needs. All you need to do is ring the number (1300 261 261), quote your membership number and request a quote.
• The final of the Branch Operation Procedure has been completed and will be forwarded to the branches during the week.
• The Queensland State Muster was a success with another State Muster to be held in 2027.
• The Board completed a request from the ACCC re the acquisition of several parks from a private ownership to that of Discovery Parks.

Position Vacant

Nominations are now being called for the 2026 ACC Service Awards. Nominations can be made by any current financial member of the ACC and any nominee must also be a current financial member of the ACC. Nominees can be a member of a Branch of the ACC or a member of the ACC and must meet the following criteria.
Show an industrious approach, exemplary contribution and a high level of  dedication over a minimum of five years.
Nominations must also include the names and contact details of two referees (different to the Nominator). These nominations must be submitted on the official Nomination Form which can be found on the ACC Website. Any nomination submitted in any other form will be returned for re submission on the correct form.

• Login with your member number and password.
• Click on "Club Documents".
• Scroll down to "ACC Service Award Guidelines and Nomination Form"
• Submit the form by email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. no later than 1 August 2026.

Any enquires or assistance please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or your state Service Award Committee member listed below.

Judy Humphreys     NSW, ACT, TAS (Committee Chair)
Judy DeLoryn         QLD
Gavin Johnson        VIC
Narelle Brooksby    SA
Robert Davenport    WA

Member Benefits

This month Frank has been working hard with another couple of great new Member Benefit suppliers.

Liquid Shine

Liquid Shine is an Australian owned caravan care brand based in Brisbane, Queensland. Their flagship product restores faded black checker plate, trims, and plastics, leaving a dry-to-touch, non-greasy finish that won’t attract dust. They also offer Weekend Wash, a pH-neutral caravan wash designed for regular maintenance.

LIQUID SHINE
Web: www.liquidshine.com.au
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Ph: 0460 442 013

Bush Winch & Anchors

Bush Winch is a unique portable, lightweight system and accessories for the 4 x 4 enthusiasts to assist in recovery that clips directly onto any compatible vehicle wheel.  No bull bar, no wiring or vehicle modifications required.

Bush Winch and Anchors
Web: www.bushwinch.com
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Ph: 0417 816 809

The RV Park of the Month

Major Mitchell Caravan Park Warrego Hwy, Mitchell 07 4623 6600 Call in and stay with Meagan and Aaron for the best deal in town. Through the efforts of Meagan and Aaron they have been awarded

"Best of Queensland 2026"
For delivering Consistent and Exceptional High Quality Visitor Experiences
There is more to Mitchell than the hot Artesian Spa, a fantastic clothes store, a great butcher and a bakery to die for.

The RVSAVE of the Month

Cowfish Technologies offer a collection of quality products for Television reception and data Communications on the road.
Web: www.cowfish.com.au
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Ph: (02) 4003 6065

Two products especially developed for Caravanning are the Starlink Mini and the Vantenna.  Refer to the Links below.
https://cowfish.com.au/product/cosmo-mini-premium/
https://cowfish.com.au/product/vantenna/

Branch Activities

The Chairman's Run - Darling River

The Chairman's Run - Darling River gave us some challenges as the rain kept the roads closed to several places we wanted to visit. With 10 vans we travelled to Bourke and ended up staying another 2 nights, before travelling to Cobar as the roads were closed heading to Louth. We eventually made it to Wilcannia for a great couple of day at Warrawong on the Darling, an ACC RV STAY park. We were lucky that by the time we needed to head to Menindee the western road down the Darling was open. On reaching Copi Holow Caravan Park, we headed out to Kinchega Woolshed, Bourke & Wills Camp Site, while some ventured into Broken Hill others visited Sunset Strip. Next Stop Pooncarie. A visit to Mungo National Park, and a meal at the Pooncarie Hotel were made for an enjoyable stay. With Wentworth our stop, we all enjoyed seeing the junction of the Darling and the Murray and our farewell Dinner. Little did we know that by the end of the trip we had contributed $27,128 to the local economy

Queensland State Muster

The Queensland State Muster bought together members for all over Queensland for a week of friendship and fun. With happy hours, games afternoons, farm visit, macadamia deserts and just a good time. 

ACC Sugar City Pioneers Hillsborough Muster

Members gathered at Cape Hillsborough for a four-day muster in May.  The location being close to their base in Mackay, has often been overlooked by members.  It offered a very scenic and relaxing environment for muster attendees.  With the addition of numerous games we were all well entertained.
The early morning wallaby feeding on the beach attracted strong interest from both park attendees, and the public. Put it on your list, it is a great location.

ACC Sugar City Pioneers Christmas in July Muster at Finch Hatton

Members had a great few days celebrating Christmas in July at Finch Hatton Showgrounds.  Although a wet start to the muster, the weather turned around on day 2 to end up perfect for the rest of the muster.  The branch also took advantage of the muster and held their AGM during the event with several members coming out for the AGM.

Industry News

Over the past months we have heard of many caravan businesses and manufacturers either going into administration or just simply closing. The current list consists of:

• Sunland RV, X Series RV Pty Ltd, Global RV Corp Pty Ltd (Sunland, Phoenix, X Series)
• Network RV (Vancraft, Next Gen, Victory) as well as 3 Fair Dinkham dealerships)
• Great Aussie Caravans
• Ourgen RV
• Star Vision

Note: The JB Group have purchased the intellectual properties of Network RV.
While the above news is certainly not good news, the industry report for 2025 still shows some encouraging signs.

• The Australian registered fleet increased by 4% to approximately 937,000 vehicles 
• Australian manufacturers produced 23,963 units during 2025, down 5% on the previous year but still 12% above 2019 levels.
• Caravan production was particularly strong, increasing by 7.3% to 18,438 units
• Caravan and trailer imports increased by 16% to 23,244 units

Farm Stay

2026 National Muster Mudgee - 11 - 18th October 2026

2026 National Muster Mudgee - 11 - 18 October 2026 Registrations for the National Muster close on the 31st August 2026

Mudgee is looking forward to the ACC visiting the region. The businesses have welcomed the organizing committee with open arms and will look forward to seeing you, the members.

Where Friendships and Adventure Begin.

Graham Humphreys
Mobile: 0409 126 308
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Chairman and Membership Director

Australian Caravan Club 

19th NATIONAL MUSTER MUDGEE - NSW 11th - 18th OCTOBER

With registrations now open it is time to explore more of what there is to see in and around Mudgee.

Mudgee Railway Museum

The Mudgee Railway Museum is located within the original Mudgee Railway Station. The railway line was approved in 1879 and was officially open in 1884. The station was designed by John Whitton and remains one of the finest stations in NSW. The line was part of the Gwabegar railway line. The line was extended to Gugong and Dunedoo between 1909 – 1910. The passenger service ceased in 1985, being replaced by coaches. The line was reopened between 2000 – 2007, mainly for freight services.  Today the station remains heavily intact, with an unchanged yard layout including goods shed, loading bank and engine shed. The station building is the home of Mudgee Arts & Craft Local Artisan’s Railway Gallery.

Mudgee Arts and Crafts

The Mudgee Arts & Craft is housed in the Mudgee Railway Museum. The venue is a unique gallery and artist co-op, proudly showcasing a wide variety of handcrafted works made right here in the Mudgee region. The space features all forms of art with creations from watercolours, knitting, woodwork, weaving jewellery photography and a whole lot more. Meet the artists as they work in the museum, discuss how they work and admire the finished product.

Kandos Museum

The Kandos Museum is built in the original Methodist Church, built in 1919. The town was known as a “Company town” and famously known as the town “that made cement that built Sydney”. Established in 1913, it grew rapidly around the massive Kandos Cement Works. The was established by the NSW cement, Lime and Coal Company, which was established to capitalize on the region’s vast limestone, shale and coal deposits. Kandos cement was vital to the 20th century infrastructure as it was used to build Sydney’s underground railway and the base and pylons of the Sydney Harbour Bridge. The cement works operated for 95 years closing permanently in 2011.  The “Ball Mill No3” used chrome balls to grind clinker and gypsum to a fine powder which is cement.      Travelling by Road to the National Muster With the Great Western Highway closed at Mt Victoria, and members travelling from Victoria and Queensland it is recommended that you avoid Sydney as the highway will be extremely busy with the Repco Bathurst 1000 over the first weekend of the Muster. During any day the diversion adds a minimum of 40 minutes to the trip. Should there be a breakdown coming into or out of Lithgow the delays can be over an hour. Travelling from North. There are three alternatives, using the Pacific Hwy, New England Hwy or the Newell Hwy. Pacific Hwy. Travel down to Hexham and turn right. Follow the A1 and then follow John Renshaw Drive for approximately 10klm then turn right onto the Hunter Expressway. Follow the Hunter Expressway for 37klm and then veer left onto the Golden Hwy. Follow the Golden Hwy for approximately 140 klm and turn left onto Ulan Road. This will take you to the National Muster. New England Hwy. Travel down the New England Hwy to Scone and turn right signpost Merriwa, then turn right onto the Golden Hwy for approximately 49klm and turn left into Ulan Road, this will take you to the National Muster. Newell Hwy. Travel down the Newell Hwy to Gilgandra and turn left onto the Castlereagh Hwy towards Mendooran and Dunedoo. From Dunedoo turn left onto the Golden Hwy for 52klm and turn right onto Ulan Rd. This will take you to the National Muster. Travelling from the South. There are four alternatives, using the Princes Hwy, Hume Hwy, Olympic Hwy, and the Newell Hwy. Princes Hwy. Travel along the Princes Hwy and take one of the exits that will take you to Cooma, either the Monaro Hwy at Cann River, Snowy Mountains Hwy at Bega, or the Kings Hwy at Batemans Bay. Upon reaching the Canberra region head to Yass and turn left onto the Hume Hwy and turn right onto the Lachlan Valley Way to Cowra. From Cowra head towards Canowindra, Cudal, Molong, Wellington and turn right signpost Gulgong. From Gulgong turn right to Mudgee. On reaching Mudgee turn left signpost Ulan. Newell Hwy. Follow Newell Hwy all the way to Dubbo. From Dubbo follow the Golden Hwy for approximately 142klm and turn right onto Ulan Rd. This will take you to the National Muster.