Custom caravan manufacturer Bushtracker have been designing and building caravans for over 25 years. Having pioneered the off-road caravan concept, Bushtracker ensures that all aspects of design and construction are controlled in-house. Instead of using an assembly plant of third-party supplied products, the team at Bushtracker build every one of their caravans from the ground up at their Sunshine Coast factory, inviting their customers to come in and see for themselves how it all happens.

Being a registered Australian Owned Licensee has helped Bushtracker become recognised as a locally owned manufacturer, something that owner Matt Kurvink feels is important to promote. 

‘By supporting Australian Owned businesses you are investing in our country’s future. We all want later generations to have the opportunities we do and that comes from having a strong economy, providing jobs to Australians, and allowing business profits to remain in the country.’

Mr Kurvink believes incorporating the Australian Owned logo into their business has helped give Bushtracker an advantage over the competition, stating that a lot of his competitors ‘cannot claim the same’, and that customers will look to buy Australian if given the option.
‘The RV market is rapidly changing with more products coming from overseas. I do believe that Australian’s will choose locally owned and produced products if given the choice’ – Mr Kurvink said.

Joy Pool Systems are an Australian company that has been proudly manufacturing and distributing the highest quality AquaJoy salt & mineral swimming pool chlorinator products for over 30 years. Being an Australian manufacturer, they know exactly how difficult it can be competing against foreign companies in a market governed by price.

Since registering with Australian Owned, Joy Pool Systems have been able to promote their local ownership to a wider range of customers, giving their business a competitive advantage. This has resulted in an increase in online sales activity, but most importantly has made it easier for consumers to understand the difference in price from their overseas competitors and recognise the long term value in buying products from a locally owned manufacturer.

‘It helps customers understand why our products aren’t as price competitive as overseas made products. Australian products have strict manufacturing requirements that are designed to ensure the customer receives a quality product. This results in an additional cost that can make our product a little more expensive initially but will definitely save in the long run compared to many imported options’

‘Australians have slowly been losing control of their own products for many years now to overseas companies. Wages and taxes being paid in Australia are what keep our economy alive’

More local manufacturers like Joy Pool Systems can be found on the Australian Owned Directory.