Greetings! 

 Product compliance review update

 Central to RVM Australia's future direction is its product compliance program that is in its final stages of a major overhaul to develop a more robust and contemporary program. The proposed framework for the new program was endorsed by the board at its meeting held in September. Intense activity is currently underway on the development of a full suite of checklists, templates, systems and processes to best manage the program. This activity is scheduled for completion over the next couple of months. Concurrently, communication and education resources are being assembled specifically for dissemination to members.

Ever cognizant of the busy show period for manufacturers and state association show organisers alike, and with the aim not to clash with show dates, we are endeavoring to conduct an education/information "roadshow" for members during the last week of January next year. More comprehensive education sessions for manufacturers will be undertaken during the ensuing six weeks or so and the new program will commence soon thereafter.

Further updates on this important topic will be featured in future issues of InMotion.

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New Technical Advisor joins  RVM Australia team

Integral to rolling out and managing our new national product compliance program requires the services of highly capable staff and in that regard I am very pleased to welcome Daniel Sahlberg to the team at RVM Australia as our new Technical Advisor.

Daniel joined us recently and he brings a wealth of relevant expertise to the role having been employed at Windsor Caravans for some nine years. During his tenure at Windsor Caravans, Daniel had undertaken a variety of roles including project management, product development, engineering, production co-ordination, product design, scheduling and CNC set-up and design to name a few.

Highly accomplished in Auto CAD, Daniel is also attributed with key skills in communication, problem solving, analytical thinking, attention to detail and teamwork.

Daniel is a worthy acquisition to our team and his energy, enthusiasm, and desire to succeed will ensure that he provides members with valuable and relevant technical advice.

I'm sure you will join with me in wishing Daniel every success in his exciting new role.

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Joe Barrasso (left) of New Age Caravans, highlighting construction techniques during one of my recent member visits.

Member visitations

I continue to meet with members at their premises as part of my visitation 
program and I thoroughly enjoy this aspect of my role. Combined with the many other activities that I am involved with, it will take some time for me to get around to meet all members, however that remains a priority ambition of mine.

Until next time!

David Duncan

Chief Executive Officer

AS/NZS5601.2 "LP Gas installations in caravans and boats for non propulsive purposes" was published on the 23rd December 2010. Since that time all states and territories with the exception of Victoria and NSW have adopted the standard. In the case of Victoria it decided to proceed with AS5601:2004 until the 2010 edition was revised. This decision was taken as there was some concern with some of the requirements as follows...

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DC Power systems

Over the coming months, with the help of David Petrie - National Sales Manager of Ozcharge, we plan to give you as much information about batteries to help you with battery selection and set up. Before we start discussing the topic of choosing the right battery for the job, we will go back to the basics and the starting point on batteries.

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Australian Government's new kickstart for trades 

Between 1 December 2012 and 28 February 2013, Small and Medium Enterprises with up to 200 employees, and GTOs on the National GTO Register, who employ an apprentice in a construction trade listed on the National Skills Needs List, will be eligible for a $3,350 bonus payment, paid in two instalments. The first $850 is paid at six months from commencement and $2,500 is paid at twelve months from commencement. This is additional to the standard employer incentive payments of $4,000. 

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Investing in Manufacturing Technology Grant

- Round 2 is open for applications

Investing in Manufacturing Technology (IMT) promotes the growth, productivity and international competitiveness of manufacturing businesses by stimulating investment in new technologies. IMT is a major initiative under the Victorian Government manufacturing strategy: A More Competitive Manufacturing Industry: new Directions for Industry Policy and Manufacturing.

The new Warranty regime started 1 January 2012, but the ACCC has been lenient, in some circumstances. Until now. If your goods are:

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Next phase - Experience Caravanning & Camping Camping campaign

The past few weeks has seen increased activity for CRVA in preparation for the second phase of the Experience Caravanning and Camping campaign highlighted by television advertising, national television co-operative, and the launch of a FREE 'Welcome to Caravanning and Camping' eBook. 

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