Goings On

Plenty has been happening within the WA 4WD scene over the last three months with record sales, extremely high demand for product and more people than ever exploring their own home states. As the pandemic stumbles along slower than a mob of ravenous zombies chasing toilet paper hoarding shoppers, we catch up on the latest gossip and events from within the industry.

Action 4WD Kelmscott

After 22 years Action 4WD closed their doors at the end of April. The business re-opened on 3rd May in their brand new ARB flagship store located at 3 Argong Chase, Cockburn Central. The new store has been purpose-built and is only the third

GOINGS ON

privately owned flagship store concept built in Western Australia. The new store boasts a team of 4WD enthusiasts who are ready to assist you with kitting out your pride and joy with the very best accessories to ensure that your next off-road adventure is a memorable one.

ARB Wangara

For anyone travelling along Buckingham Drive in Wangara recently you will most likely have noticed the installation of a brand new ARB sign alongside a brand new black and red building. The new site is the latest edition to ARB’s flagship concept store fleet and is expected to open by the end of June. The new store will bring a 'next level' experience to customers with a welldesigned showroom designed to highlight the range of products and accessories to 'get you out there'. The original ARB Wangara store is still open for business.

ARB's new store at Cockburn Central.

ARB Karratha

For anyone keeping count, ARB Karratha will be the fourth privately owned flagship store to open in WA. Expected to be ready for business sometime soon after this edition goes on sale, the new Karratha store will provide locals access to the same retail experience enjoyed by us city-slickers, with just a little red dirt thrown in for good measure.

The new TJM O'Connor store showroom.

Vanguard Media Group acquires Western 4W Driver Magazine

In case you missed it, Vanguard Media Group, who have been printing both the magazine and guidebooks since 2015 have merged Western 4W Driver into their Premium Publishers division. The acquisition provides Vanguard Media Group with a substantial increase in content creation and expands their already extensive tourism portfolio. Chad van Heemst, Managing Director of Vanguard Media Group, said, “The acquisition represents our first foray into retail print media and will allow us to further develop the already existing product range with an expanded range of new titles and content aimed at the 4W driver and touring market. Our tourism experience will further allow us to provide a greater range of content for Western Australian destinations.” Chris and Karen Morton remain as editors of Western 4W Driver and will continue to develop new content and titles in the 4WD and touring space.

TJM O’Connor

With the closure of TJM O’Connor not too long ago, TJM have opened a brand new corporate store just a stone’s throw up the road. Located at 380 South Street, O’Connor, the new store also boasts an adjoining Aeroklas Fitment Centre which shares the 400m2 showroom, as well as a spacious 1100m2 workshop. The new store provides the complete range of 4WD accessories, vehicle protection, communication, electrical and a range of camping and touring related products.

Nullagine Caravan Park

A rain event back in December resulted in the Nullagine River getting a little overexcited. The biblical downpour resulted in the Nullagine Caravan Park submerged by 1.8m and caused significant damage to the park’s infrastructure. Repairs are underway and the East Pilbara Shire are hopeful to see the park re-opened by the end of June. Visitors heading to the area are encouraged to call ahead.