An ACC muster

National muster held in WA for first time

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THE 4600-member Australian Caravan Club has chalked up another milestone.

It recently held its annual National Muster in Western Australia for the first time in the club's 12-year history.

The event from October 15 to 21 was staged at the Ocean Beach Holiday Park in Denmark.

National chairman Craig Humphrey described the annual muster as the club's "showcase event".

"It attracts the greatest number of our members to a region in Australia," he explained.

"While in the region, our members not only visit attractions and sightsee, they also significantly boost its economy."

Mr Humphrey said that holding the muster in WA was a significant point in the club's growth.

National Muster coordinators Brian and Pam Miller and their active organising committee spent over 18 months preparing for the historic event.

More than 185 RVs registered for the muster.

Mr Miller said the local community benefited because ACC research indicated that each attendee would spend up to $100 a day whilst in the region.

"Previous National Musters have contributed over $250,000 to the local community," he said.

Club members enjoyed organised tours to the Albany ANZAC Centre, the historic whaling station and Torndirrup National Park.

There were also be visits to local food and wine providers, lawn bowls, golf and a very popular dragon boat paddle option.