australian campertrailers national meet at peak hill 2008

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Peak Hill national meet 2008

Australian CamperTrailers Group

national meet Peak Hill 2008

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lithium battery technology

Armin Pauza is the importer of lithium batteries into Australia & was invited to attend the meet to give members an insight into this new technology. Lithium Iron Phosphate batteries are sure to revolutionize remote power requirements for camper trailer owners in coming years by enhancing the amount of power which can be stored in a given size battery.

Having no lead the lithium batteries are extremely lightweight, around half the weight of a lead acid with an expected lifespan of up to 20 years & over 2000 deep discharge cycles life compared to typically around 300 for lead acid. They also have double the usable capacity of similar amp hour lead acid batteries with a virtual flat discharge curve which means maximum power is available until fully discharged. They can be left in a partially discharged state for extended periods without causing permanent damage

Best of all they are absolutely maintenance free for the life of the battery & do not contain any toxic heavy metals.

satellite tv

Alan Grant explained to members what satellite TV was all about when bush camping. He showed what was required to set up a system, how to aline the satellite. the channels available, power supply needed & cost involved. He asserted he was no expert, but hoped he could help others through his own experiences in using his satellite TV gear.

Advantages include a near perfect picture, reception available almost anywhere in Australia & range of channels & programs rather than the one or two from the local town if you could receive them. Disadvantages could include setup cost, storage of the bulky satellite dish when travelling & the need for a determination to overcome frustration in completing the initial setup.

closing ceremony

It was sad to see the week come to a close. Kevin thanked everyone who attended the CamperTrailers Groups' 4th national meet at Peak Hill & for the support shown to those who held information workshops.

Tonia Francis the town beautifier thanked the group for choosing Peak Hill to hold the meet & hoped we came back soon.

Peak Hill preschool teacher Heather Green accepted the donation of $702 which was raised during the bands performance on the Wednesday night. She thanked everyone for the generous support.

Ron then announced that next years national meet would be held at Nyngan about an hour & a half west of Dubbo. Nyngan is approx. halfway between Brisbane & Melbourne & once again gave the chance of the southern states to attend.

Rob then presented John Heath winner of 'folding the toilet tent competition' with a 12volt light donated by Jamie Hazelden.

Carol Sanderson & Margaret pierce presented the winning kids fold the tent team with a glowstick each donated by Ian Porteous from Dreamtime Campers. They were Sheridan Cox (12), Rhiaan Wheatley (7), Fiona Harding (8), Allie Roberson (7), Suzanna Lawler (6).

A number of prizes were donated & it was only fair that these were drawn from the hat. Carol had prepared slips of paper with names of all attendees & Rob drew these.......
* Greg & Therese Elsey won a pack of travel playing cards donated by Ian Porteous of Dreamtime Campers.
* Pat Petith won a pack of travel playing cards donated by Ian Porteous of Dreamtime Campers.
* Keith & Jenny McCarron won a pack of travel playing cards donated by Ian Porteous of Dreamtime Campers.
* Carlisle Rogers won a pack of travel playing cards donated by Ian Porteous of Dreamtime Campers.
* John Foskett won a 12volt LED light donated by Jamie Hazelden
* Barry & Margaret Pierce won a Croc Bin donated by Jamie Hazelden.
* Kevin & Kathleen Beckwith won an army ration pack donated by Doug & Jenny Peisley.
* Alan Pennykid won the Auspit donated by Ian Porteous of Dreamtime Campers.

Barry Pierce presented prizes to the kids cooking competition winners Jayden Skinner & Billy Lacey.

Joy Wilkinson then thanked Rob, Kevin & Ron for organising the 4th national meet & presented them with a Peak Hill stubby holder each.

Rob presented a certificate of appreciation to those members who had held information workshops over the week & to those who had donated prizes, Margaret & Barry Pierce & Dave & Joy Wilkinson.

Kevin then declared the Australian CamperTrailers Groups 4th national meet at Peak Hill closed & happy hour everywhere.