CARAVAN INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION WESTERN AUSTRALIA ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING. 26 November 2012

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1 CARAVAN INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION WESTERN AUSTRALIA ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Meeting commenced at 6.40 p.m. 1. Welcome: 26 November 2012 Assured Ascot Quays Apartment Hotel 150 Great Eastern Highway, Ascot The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) opened the meeting and welcomed members of the Association, Board Members past and present and Guests. Present: Acclaim Parks (Kingsway Tourist & Caravan Park, Gateway Caravan Park, Goldminer Caravan Park, Pine Grove Holiday Park, Rose Gardens Caravan Park, Prospector Holiday Park, Swan Valley Tourist Park) Jacob Chacko; All Boats and Caravans Kevin Murphy on behalf of Maz Yahiya; Aspen Parks (Coogee Beach Holiday Park, Cooke Point Holiday Park, Exmouth Cape Holiday Park, Monkey Mia Holiday Park, Perth Vineyards Holiday Park, Pilbara Holiday Park, Woodman Point Holiday Park) Catherine Bothe; Broome Vacation Village Ray and Jeanete Diggins; Camec Pty Ltd Richard Raven on behalf of Brad Van Hemert; Cameron Caravans Kevin Murphy on behalf of Michael Cameron; Central Caravan Park Christopher & Nella Sialtsis; Coromal Caravans Pty Ltd Richard Raven; Coromal Caravans Cannington Richard Raven on behalf of John Leevers; Discovery Holiday Parks (Boulder, Bunbury Village, Kalgoorlie, Koombana Bay, Lake Kununurra, Perth) Trevor Brown; Dometic Australia Pty Ltd Brett Workman; Elross Caravans Kevin Murphy on behalf of David Hill; Explorex Caravans Kevin Murphy on behalf of Greg Ferguson; Fleetwood Corporation Ltd Richard Raven on behalf of Brad Van Hemert; Fleetwood Lifestyle Products Craig Kenyon; Johnno s Camper Trailers Stephen May; Kent Corporation Pty Ltd Andrew Lyster; Mandurah Caravan and RV Centre Colin Bailey; Midland Caravan Park Stephanie and Bruce McDonald; Opposite Lock Simon Glossop on behalf of Peter Williams; Outpost Caravans Kevin Murphy on behalf of James Lyell; Parkland Winnebago George Williams; Peppermint Park Eco Village Craig Robins; Tubal Pty Ltd Peter MacDonald; Wanneroo Caravan Park Dennis Haughan. Also in attendance, President of the Caravan Recreational Vehicles Accommodation Industry of Australia, Mr Mark Lindsay and CEO Mr Stuart Lamont. The CEO advised members that as prescribed by the Constitution the Chair is to be elected by the members present. 1

2 The CEO asked for nominations for the Chair. Moved, George Williams, Seconded, Craig Robins That Jacob Chacko be elected as Chair for the Annual General Meeting. 2. Apologies: The CEO advised that the following members had sent their apologies and were unable to attend the AGM. Global Gypsies Tours and Training Jan and Jeremy Barrie; Coburn Caravans Greame Reid; Coral Coast Tourist Park Jon and Liz Watts; Beachlands BIG4 Holiday Park Gavin and Lou Farrell; Parks Australia Dale Wood; Cervantes Holiday Park Leslee Holmes; Mandalay Holiday Park Clive and Margaret Johnson; Wintersun Caravan & Tourist Park Simon & Tiffany Moore; Wandering Star Trailers Diane Boekhout; Mandurah Caravan and Tourist Park Reg and Donna Cocking, Elite Caravans Melissa Coco; Off Road Equipment Andrew Fardon; Rainer Best, Mike Humble. 3. Election of President, Vice Presidents and Board Members; The Returning Officer, CEO, Mr Simon Glossop, advised the meeting that Ms Donna Cocking had withdrawn her nomination as President and as such the positions of President and two Board positions had not received nominations prior to the AGM. These being vacant and as per the Constitution nominations would be called for these positions. Vacancy for the position of President: There being no nominations for the position of President, nominations were called from the floor. Moved, Jacob Chacko, Seconded, Trevor Brown. That Mr Dennis Haughan be nominated. Mr Dennis Haughan withdrew his nomination for the Vice President Parks position. Vacancy for the position of Vice President Parks: There being no nominations for the position of Vice President Parks, nominations were called from the floor. Moved, Brett Workman, Seconded, George Williams. That Mr Jacob Chacko be nominated. 2

3 Vacancy for the position of Vice President Trades: Mr Richard Raven was nominated for the position of Vice President Trades prior to the meeting and as per the Association s Constitution further nominations are not called for. Vacancy for the position of two Board positions: Nominations were called from the floor for the position of two Board positions. There being no nominations from the floor it was moved, Brett Workman, Seconded, George Williams. That nominations be closed with the positions being vacant. 4. Minutes from Previous Meetings: Moved, Trevor Brown, Seconded, Dennis Haughan. That the Minutes of the Annual General Meeting held on the 18 th November 2011 be accepted as a true and accurate recording of the meeting. 5. Matters Arising from Previous Minutes: There were no matters arising. 6. President's Report: Tabled as read. Moved, Brett Workman, Seconded, George Williams. That the President's Report be accepted as tabled. 7. Treasurer's Report: Moved, Richard Raven, Seconded, Brett Workman. To adopt the financial statements & Treasurer Report for the year ending 30 June Appointment of Auditors: Moved, Dennis Haughan, Seconded, George Williams. That Anderson, Munro & Wylie be appointed as Auditors of the CIAWA for

4 9. Chief Executive Officer's Report: Moved, Colin Bailey, Seconded, Trevor Brown. That the CEO's Report be accepted as tabled. The CEO, Mr Simon Glossop, addressed the meeting and outlined the changes that had occurred within the administration area of the Association, including new staff appointments and restructuring of work. It was also noted that there had been a change in the keeping of accounts with a new accountant contracted to the Association and the monthly reporting of the financial statements to the Board were allowing the Board to drill further into costs and allocations of expenses. This change also includes a detailed breakdown of revenue and expenses for budget setting and allows the Board a much more detailed account of the Associations financial position for future planning. The CEO also outlined the marketing campaigns that are being developed by the Association and highlighted the fact that the campaigns were designed to allow for members to be involved in adverts that were subsidised by the Association. These campaigns require members to support them, Expressions of Interest to be involved will be sent to all members. 10. Amendments to the Constitution: The Chair advised the meeting that this agenda item has been withdrawn. Standing Committee Reports: The Chair moved that; The following reports individually be accepted as tabled. Seconded, Brett Workman. 11. Show Report: 12. Parks' Report: 13. Tourism and Promotions Report: 14. Constitution and Governance Report: 15. Training Report: 4

5 16. Election of Committee Members: The Chair advised the meeting that the following nominations were received for the positions of; President: Mr Dennis Haughan Vice President Trades: Mr Richard Raven Vice Presidents Parks: Mr Jacob Chacko The Chair advised the meeting that under the Constitution Subclause 6K: That the nominees as read for the position of President, Vice President Trade and Parks be duly elected. Board Members: The Chair advised the meeting that the following nominations were received for Board positions. Trevor Brown George Williams Chris Sialtsis Stephen May The Chair advised the meeting that under the Constitution Subclause 6K: That the nominees as read for the Board positions be duly elected to the Board. The Chair congratulated those appointed to the Board. 17. Election of Life Members: The Chair advised the meeting that as prescribed by the Constitution Subclause 5E: That the Board proposes for election to Life Membership of the Caravan Industry Association Western Australia Inc, Mr John Wood Senior Moved Jacob Chacko, Seconded, Brett Workman Carried by an absolute majority. The Chair advised the meeting that as prescribed by the Constitution Subclause 5E: That the Board proposes for election to Life Membership of the Caravan Industry Association Western Australia Inc, Mr Richard Raven Moved Jacob Chacko, Seconded Colin Bailey Carried by an absolute majority. The Chair thanked Mr John Wood Senior and Mr Richard Raven for their contributions to the Association and the industry overall and congratulated them on this very rare honour. 5

6 17. Address by newly elected President: The new President Mr Dennis Haughan addressed the meeting. Mr Haughan praised the outgoing President, Mr Jacob Chacko and thanked him for his tireless efforts and work on behalf of the Association. All members are encouraged to become more proactive in supporting the Associations marketing campaigns. As outlined in the CEO s address the Association is creating opportunities for members to be involved in advertising campaigns at a subsidised rate and this is a good opportunity and benefit for members. With a new CEO the Board is seeking streamlined efficiency across the operations of the Association. There is a new team in the office and improved communications to members and industry stakeholders is being sought by the Board. The Board is working to ensure the new premises include everything the Association will need for the future and will include training facilities, Board / meeting rooms and up to date electronic communications systems will be in place in the planning of the interior. There are a number of issues facing industry from a government perspective, the review of the Residential Parks (Long Stay Tenant) Act 2006, Stamp Duty rate on Motorhomes, Compliance to Australian standards for imported product and local government impacting on development approvals and Building Codes. Mr Haughan identified the many positive comments he has received from members about the direction the Association is heading and thanked those members for their support. Mr Haughan also asked members to spread the word as to the benefits of being a member of the CIAWA and to get other industry operators involved and signed up as members. 18. General Business: No general business was advised 48 hours prior to the meeting and as such the President closed the meeting. Mr Haughan thanked the members present for attending and Mr Mark Lindsay and Mr Stuart Lamont from CRVA for attending. Close of Business The meeting closed at 7.40pm. 6