Winter 2024

…providing a safe, happy and peaceful environment where people and families can connect with nature and each other…

Winter at Wynndean…

We were treated to an absolutely magnificent sight of the Aurora Australis during over the Mother’s Day weekend in May. A geomagnetic storm of a strength not seen for two decades was behind the phenomena. Adam captured some spectacular photos of the night, staying awake until the early hours to capture the display. You can view some of his amazing photos on his Instagram, Facebook or website- www.adamstanphotography.com.au

Adam is a wealth of knowledge on the event, stop him for a chat and ask him about the rare event!

Were you down for the weekend to witness the dancing lights? Even visible to the naked eye, it was an amazing evening.

If you’re visiting the area on July 31 there may be another significant Aurora event- take out your phone and pop on the night setting to possibly witness the magic. Follow Adam’s Photography Facebook page for more info.

Below are some photos shared with us from guests from the May event-

We’ve also had some whales visiting over the winter. These calmer days with clean surf are a great opportunity to spot them. You might like to keep an eye out on the local community Facebook pages for sightings or pop into the Office and ask for any news.

Care for Your Site

Caravan Parks across Victoria have recently received new CFA Regulations and Caravan Park Regulations.
What does this mean to us? In order to be compliant under these new regulations, we’re facing strict protocols regarding access around sites, structures and separations between vans and other materials. However, we want to turn this into something positive and so we are introducing a new initiative called Care for Your Site. In preparation for our assessment later this year, we would love to assist you with Caring for Your Site.

Our first priority is addressing the guideline regarding storage of chemicals and dangerous goods.
Spare gas bottles and dangerous goods cannot be stored around the Park.
We are asking all guests to ensure your gas cylinder is secured to your drawbar or stored under your BBQ/heater cabinet.

If you have any old, damaged or empty gas cylinders or dangerous goods such as paint, paint thinners etc we will happily collect and dispose of them for you. Please contact the Office.

Vans for Sale

Have friends looking to join our Wynndean Family? Our latest Vans for Sale and Vacant Site availability can be found here- Vans for Sale.

Rentals

We understand that some of our guests would like to continue to privately rent their caravans. If you wish to rent your van over the Summer period or throughout the year we are excited to let you know about a new opportunity.

We are directing interested parties to our private Wynndean Facebook Guest Group, whereby you might like to show photos/dates of your van and connect with other families.

This will be available under the following guidelines-

-          All visitors are required to register their stay with the Office
- Monetary exchanges will occur between the Guest and the Visitor
- Site Charge will be charged to the site holder for visitor stays and payable upon invoice
- Any works/trades required during the subletting period will be required to be arranged via the site owner
- Site holder will be responsible to ensure Park Rules are strictly followed
- No Third party advertising, such as AirBnB

A list of Wynndean preferred trades can be found here- Trades Contacts — Wynndean

We have communicated these changes with previous renters of your van and directed them to the Wynndean Guest Facebook Page. If you have any questions or need support please contact the Office.

Annual Fees Discount September 30th 2024

Our yearly accounts have recently been sent to all guests via email. We thank all of our guests who have already paid their yearly fee for the 2024-25 season. A friendly reminder that discounts apply to guests who make complete payment of their yearly fee by September 30th 2024.

Annuals Agreement 2024/25

A reminder that your current Site Agreement lapses on the 30th June 2024.  Please refer the our previous email sent 23rd May 2024 to find your 2024/25 Site Agreement along with our Disclosure Statement and Tariff sheet. You will need to access the email to submit via our e-sign link (you may need to check your spam or junk file).

This agreement is a contract between yourself & Wynndean to enable us to offer you a site for season 2024/25. Don't forget to make sure your details are current and feel free to contact us with any queries. We’re here 7 days a week, 9-5pm.

Around the Park

Our outdoor team will be heading towards the trimming season around the Park. Please make sure all fairy lights, clothes lines etc are pulled down to assist in this process.

Surf Club Membership

Many of our guests are already enjoying the benefits of a social membership with the Ocean Grove Surf Life Saving Club- including access to their bar and restaurant. An easy walk home after your meal is always a bonus! Here is the link if you wish to find out more information: http://oceangroveslsc.asn.au/main.asp?_=MEMBERSHIP

Securing your Valuables

We encourage all guests to secure all valuables at your site, especially surfboards and wetsuits etc. We are more than happy to assist you if you are unable to get to Wynndean. Please feel free to give us a call or email.

Hard Rubbish & items for donation- form on our website!

Once again this season we are happy to collect hard rubbish items which we will recycle and/or donate to charity organisations where possible. This includes old BBQs, paint tins and anything no longer required.

To assist you may request a collection from our website Hard Rubbish Collection Request — Wynndean


Gas Services

Wynndean provides a gas delivery, connection and test service for in date 9kg and 45kg bottles. Gas bottles are available from 9-5pm., excluding Sunday. To avoid running out mid-dinner or with shampoo in your hair (!!), keep an eye on your bottle and we will happily replace it during business hours. You can also request Gas Bottles here via the form on our website-

https://www.wynndean.com.au/gas-bottle-requests

9kg bottles are $50

45kg bottles are $140

Smoke Alarms

A reminder that it is a requirement to have a working smoke alarm, fire extinguisher and fire blanket in your van. All of these items including, our laminated Emergency Evacuation Procedures are available for purchase in the office.

Wynndean Community Connection

If you haven’t already, we’d love you to join the private Guest Connection Group on Facebook. This aims to be a positive and happy way to connect with our guests, sharing news around what’s happening in the park and around Ocean Grove. If you are not on Facebook, you won’t miss out as we will ensure any important information is shared via email. Pictures and updates are also included in this newsletter.

Facebook and Instagram

We would love to connect with you online!
Wynndean is on Facebook and Instagram.  Please see the below links and feel free to like and follow for updates and don’t forget to tag us! #wynndean

https://www.facebook.com/wynndeancaravanpark

www.instagram.com/wynndean.caravan.park

We love having you as part of our Wynndean family and thank you again for all your support!

The Wynndean Team
David, Rachel and Steve, Sarah, John and Janice, Adam, Sue, Suzie and Wok

Above: some Wintery colours around the Park, June 2024.