UK Charging Ahead

Whilst sales of electric vehicles in Australia lag well behind other developed countries, England is taking the lead by making smart chargers compulsory in all new homes and offices.

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Aug 10 2021
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England currently has 25,600 public charging points, but that needs to increase to 480,000 before the end of the decade to accommodate projected electric vehicle uptake, according to a new report. Legislation is currently before parliament to bring the new requirements into force and make England a global leader in the race to net zero emissions.

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Broome Ends Free-Camping Trial

Broome’s overflow caravan parks and the temporary camping trial at the Cable Beach car park closed on September 6. Shire President Harold Tracey said the decisions were made in collaboration with the town’s caravan park providers. The trial was in response to increasing visitor numbers and Council approved the temporary free trial of overnight camping for travellers in self-contained caravans and other RVs in Cable Beach Surf Club’s car park from July 1. A total of 462 self-contained vehicles took advantage of the opportunity. “The temporary trial at Cable Beach has been a success and is something we can consider again next year and into the future if required,” Mr Tracey said.

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Apollo RVs To Your Door

Brisbane-based Apollo RV has introduced what it believes is an Australian first: Covid-safe ‘factory floor to your door’ online shopping for RV buyers. Described as a new way to buy an RV, you can choose from a selection of Winnebago and Windsor motorhomes, campervans and caravans, from the new Caravans Away website. Delivery is free to locations within the Brisbane Metro region, with delivery fees applying beyond that. The company is even offering a seven-day money back guarantee, subject to terms and conditions…

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