Western Australia is producing world champion apprentices like Dale McMullen who won gold in Automobile Technology at the Worldskills International Competition in Japan with his employer G-Mac Auto Centre and trainer Challenger TAFE helping him to produce the world leader result.

WorldSkills International gold medallist Dale McMullen is fast on his way to big things after representing his country at the 39th WorldSkills International Competition at just 23 years of age - and it all started with a WA apprenticeship. 

When he was a young boy mopping floors in his father's mechanical workshop, Dale couldn't have imagined that in just a few years he would be gracing the WorldSkills stage in Japan. But it seems that those years spent cleaning up after mechanics at G-Mac Auto Centre in Myaree were what gave Dale the edge over his competitors. It enabled him to win Best of Nation and a gold medal in the automotive mechanics category at WorldSkills in Japan in November 2007. "I think because I have had a lot of experience and been exposed to the industry for a long time, I was very adaptable," Dale said. "Also, the pressure didn't seem to get to me as much as the other guys."

"As the employer of our only Gold Medallist in the 2007 WorldSkills Olympics, I feel an enormous sense of pride to see the next generations of talented mechanics preparing to again demonstrate to the world that Australia has the most energetic, skilled and determined young trades people in the world. With a shoestring budget, we have given notice to the world that we indeed are a force to be reckoned with. We have also shown that our trades people are world class young people, second to none. Together with my wife and all the staff of G-Mac Auto Centre, I wish you all a fruitful and successful trip. Good luck," says Graeme McMullen, wishing success to future competitors at international events and in everyday challenges.

 As the automotive mechanics representative in the Australian WorldSkills team, Dale had to compete in seven tasks at the international event in Shizuoka, Japan. 

He did so well that he was recognised not only as the best in his trade, but as the best Australian overall competitor in the event. It's a proud achievement for the young mechanic who displayed exceptional dedication and commitment to get there, and had a strong, supportive team around him, also being able to draw heavily on the resources of his former training provider - Challenger TAFE. Dale completed his apprenticeship through Challenger TAFE in 2004 and lecturers have continued to support him in his quest for gold, which began with the State WorldSkills Competition in 2005 and the WorldSkills Australian National Competition in 2006. 

Lecturer Shaun Holland gave up his spare time to tutor Dale once a week in the lead up to the national competition. Shaun helped Dale brush up on some of the basics that he hadn't been exposed to since he graduated. Then last year before the international competition, Howard Wilson, program manager of automotive industries and electrical trades at Challenger TAFE, was asked to help Dale who needed financial assistance to get the equipment he needed to train on. 

With his strong industry links and networks, Howard managed to source and purchase a Nissan diesel engine and Nissan automatic transmission funded by Challenger TAFE for Dale to practice stripping and assembling techniques in record time. Howard and industry consultant Peter Hard of Contract Automotive Management Services were also proactive in arranging with the service managers at Prestige Honda and Magic Nissan - Platinum for Dale to visit their workshops and learn the latest technologies firsthand.

The approach worked with Dale now essentially owning the title of the "Best Mechanic in the World", a phrase that doesn't sit too comfortably with the Bateman auto whiz. "I don't know about being that but it's fair to say the whole WorldSkills team that Australia sent over is the best in the world," Dale said.

"Literally from the time I walked off stage in Japan I was doing media interviews and this continued on for some time after landing back in Oz. I've also been doing a lot of public speaking promoting skills and sharing my journey with people which has been an awesome experience". Dale say's work has been great with clients coming in saying "They read about me in the paper or on the TV and wanted their car repaired by the best!"

Since his win, Dale is now judging the State and national WorldSkills competitions and is even considering becoming a lecturer and, as you can imagine, is a big supporter of WA's training system. "I would definitely encourage people to consider an apprenticeship," he said. "There isn't that public perception that you have to go to uni to get a good job anymore. It's now also seen as good to get a trade and it all starts with an apprenticeship."

Dale now works alongside his father specialising in the modern diagnostic areas, while his dad works in the traditional aspects. "Next year I'm going to focus more on the management side of my job and work towards one day owning and running my own business." For Dale, one of the perks of his trade is being able to work on his own car and build it to his own tastes. Dale's aim is to continue improving his skills and gain further experience, and is considering moving into Motorsport in the future.

Asked for advice to future competitors on the WorldTrade stage, Dale had this to say: "The 12 months preparation running up to the event is absolutely critical, it is equally - if not more - important than the four days of competition. Over the next year you've not only got to train to be the best young trades person and competitor you can be, you've got to train to be prepared for anything, you never know what could happen over 4 days when you're in the 'pressure cooker' ! Aside from that enjoy it, the next 12 months will fly buy and before you know it you'll be on a plane to the event. GOOD LUCK!"

Western Australia is producing world champion apprentices like Dale McMullen who won gold in Automobile Technology at the Worldskills International Competition in Japan with his employer G-Mac Auto Centre and trainer Challenger TAFE helping him to produce the world leader result...

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As Easter approaches, many of us start planning long holiday getaways or simply enjoy some well-deserved downtime exploring the local sites in Myaree...

Preparing Your Vehicle for Easter Driving in Myaree

Whether you're gearing up for a road trip or staying close to home, ensuring your car is in top shape is essential. Regular car service plays a critical role in keeping your vehicle safe and reliable, helping to avoid any unexpected surprises during your travels, but you will want to book in well ahead of time as bookings are filling up fast.

One key reason to schedule regular servicing, especially before a holiday like Easter, is to ensure your vehicle is ready for any trip you plan to take. This helps prevent any last-minute scramble to find a mechanic during the busy holiday rush, where spots fill up quickly and availability may become scarce. By booking your service appointment early at G-Mac Auto Centre, you can rest easy knowing your car is in expert hands.﻿

Regular servicing encompasses a variety of tasks designed to maintain your vehicle's safety and performance. At G-Mac Auto Centre, a comprehensive inspection checks everything from engine health to brake efficiency. These checks are crucial, especially if you're planning to drive around with family and friends. They help identify potential issues like worn brake pads, low fluid levels, or tyre wear, which, if left unchecked, could lead to costly repairs or even safety hazards on the road.﻿

When you entrust your vehicle to the skilled technicians at G-Mac Auto Centre, you benefit from their extensive experience and commitment to quality. As a trusted automotive service centre, they are dedicated to providing clear communication and transparency. You’ll have the opportunity to discuss any concerns with the technician directly, and all services are approved by you before any work is carried out. This customer-focused approach ensures you understand the work being done on your vehicle and why it's necessary.﻿

Another advantage of regular servicing at G-Mac Auto Centre is the use of quality parts and state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment. As part of the Repco Authorised Service network, they provide services supported by a nationwide warranty, giving you peace of mind that no matter where your travels take you, you're covered.﻿

Ignoring routine maintenance can result in undue stress on your car’s components, leading to inconvenient breakdowns. This is particularly concerning if a critical system such as braking, steering, or suspension fails. Regular check-ups help spot signs of wear and tear before they escalate into more significant problems, protecting not only your vehicle but also the safety of your loved ones and other road users.﻿

As you prepare for Easter, consider the benefits of maintaining your vehicle's health. Whether you're planning a long drive or staying around Myaree, a well-serviced car provides reliability and peace of mind. By scheduling your vehicle's service with G-Mac Auto Centre, you ensure it’s ready for the adventures ahead, all while avoiding the last-minute rush.﻿

Regular servicing is vital for keeping your car in prime condition, making sure it's always ready for both long holiday trips and everyday driving in Myaree. Trust G-Mac Auto Centre to deliver exceptional service, with their team of expert mechanics ready to address all your automotive needs.

Book your service today and drive into the Easter holidays with confidence and peace of mind...

Discover the importance of regular car servicing to ensure your vehicle is ready for Easter holiday trips or just daily drives around Myaree. Learn why G-Mac Auto Centre is the top choice for all your car service needs...

The holiday season is rapidly approaching, and for numerous individuals, this signifies embarking on road trips to spend quality time with loved ones. Prior to setting off on your adventure, it is crucial to make sure that your vehicle is in impeccable shape. This precaution will not only provide peace of mind but also guarantee a safe and enjoyable travel experience.

As the holiday season approaches, workshops become increasingly busy, and many close over the Christmas period. To avoid last-minute stress and ensure your vehicle is in top condition for your holiday travels, it’s crucial to book your service early. Contact G-Mac Auto Centre in Myaree today to schedule your pre-Christmas car service and enjoy a smooth, worry-free holiday drive.

Routine automobile maintenance is essential for ensuring optimal performance and safety on the road. At G-Mac Auto Centre, your neighborhood car service specialist located in Myaree, we are dedicated to helping you understand the vital components of vehicle upkeep to ensure your car is always prepared for holiday travel.

1. Brake Maintenance
Safety should always be the top priority, and properly functioning brakes are vital. During regular servicing, technicians will inspect brake pads, rotors, and fluid levels. This ensures that your brakes respond promptly and effectively, giving you peace of mind as you travel through busy holiday traffic.

How regular service helps get ready for Christmas

2. Air Conditioning System
Enduring the scorching summer while driving can be quite unpleasant, but an efficiently running air conditioning system can transform the experience. Not only does it offer a cool respite, but it also plays a crucial role in clearing up foggy windows, thereby improving visibility during sudden summer downpours.

3. Suspension and Steering
For both comfort and safety, a smooth ride is essential. Routine inspections of the suspension and steering components are crucial to ensure your vehicle navigates diverse road surfaces effectively. Our skilled technicians will examine these systems for signs of wear, helping you steer clear of potential problems while driving.

4. Checking and Changing Engine Oil
Engine oil is the lifeblood of your car. It lubricates the engine parts, reduces friction, and helps regulate temperature. Regular oil changes are crucial to maintaining engine performance and extending its lifespan. Make sure to have your engine oil checked and changed before hitting the road this Christmas.

5. Battery Inspection
The last thing you want is a dead battery in the middle of your holiday trip. A thorough battery inspection includes checking the charge, terminals, and overall health. This helps prevent unexpected breakdowns and ensures your car starts every time.

6. Tyre Maintenance
Tyres are your car’s contact point with the road, making their condition paramount. Regular servicing involves checking tyre pressure, tread depth, and alignment. Properly maintained tyres improve fuel efficiency, handling, and safety, especially on long trips.

7. Electrical System
Modern vehicles are equipped with complex electrical systems that control everything from headlights to advanced safety features. Our technicians use state-of-the-art equipment to diagnose and repair any electrical issues, ensuring all systems function correctly.

8. Fluid and Filter Replacement - Keeping your cool
Various fluids and filters, including transmission fluid, coolant, and fuel filters, need regular replacement to keep your car running efficiently. Clean fluids and filters contribute to better engine performance and longevity.

9. Vehicle Efficiency
Regular servicing helps maintain optimal vehicle efficiency. Well-tuned engines, properly inflated tyres, and clean filters all contribute to better fuel economy. This not only saves you money but also ensures you can go the distance without frequent refuelling stops.

10. Peace of Mind with Professional Servicing
One of the most significant advantages of having your car serviced by G-Mac Auto Centre in Myaree is the peace of mind it brings. Our professional mechanics are backed by a Nationwide Warranty, ensuring that any service or repair work is reliable. You can drive confidently, knowing that help is available wherever you go in Australia.

Consistent automobile maintenance transcends mere upkeep; it's pivotal for your safety and tranquility, particularly amidst the bustling Christmas season. Comprehensive evaluations, ranging from brake checks to battery assessments, are crucial to your vehicle's overall condition.

Trust the experienced technicians at G-Mac Auto Centre in Myaree to keep your car in perfect condition, backed by a Nationwide Warranty. 

Book your service now and get ready to enjoy a memorable and safe Christmas holiday road trip...

Prepare for a seamless and secure Christmas road trip! Discover the importance of consistent car maintenance in Myaree. Rely on G-Mac Auto Centre for professional servicing and benefit from a Nationwide Warranty. Schedule your appointment today!

Getting Your Vehicle Ready for the Holiday Season: Must-Know Tips for Motorists in Myaree

Preparing Your Vehicle for the Holiday Season

The suspension system is an essential part of a vehicle which includes springs, shock absorbers, control arms, bushings, sway bars, ball joints and struts. Their main purpose is to keep your tyres in contact with the road and carry loads, including passengers, safely. The "Stopping, Steering and Stability" capabilities of your vehicle are what we call the “safety triangle” and are dependent on the type and condition of your shock absorbers and suspension system... 

The suspension and shock absorbers are not just there to give you a smooth ride, they are a very important part in the correct operation of these three critical capabilities. 

Stopping – At 50km/h, just one worn shock absorber can increase your stopping distance by up to 2 metres. Worn control arm bushes, trailing arm bushes and sway bar bushes can also affect the efficiency of stopping your vehicle as they are all designed to improve your tyres contact with the road surface. 

Steering – Worn shock absorbers and suspension bushings can cause your tyres to lose contact with the road. It can also effect the self centering ability and reduce turning ability when cornering thus dramatically affecting your steering.

Stability - Worn shock absorbers and bushings cause excessive sway and body roll around corners, making the car a lot less stable. 

These worn components can also cause your tyres to wear excessively on the inner and outer edges and also unevenly wear your brake assemblies. You should therefore take care to look after your entire suspension system, in turn keeping you, your passengers and other road users safe, and also save you money from needing more regular tyre and brake replacements.

Regular servicing and maintenance can help to identify faulty suspension components before they become a safety issue, but if you notice anything amiss, contact us ASAP to get it checked out. We are located in Myaree and serve customers from all over the state.

Years of experience: G-Mac has been specialising in suspensions since 1974, when we were known as G-Mac Suspensions. We work on all types of vehicles whether it's the humble family car, a work horse, a serious 4WD offroader, a performance vehicle, a custom build or a good old restoration classic.

Top Quality workmanship: As a part of the Repco Authorised Service Centre network all of the work we perform is backed by the Repco Nationwide Warranty.

The Right Parts: Our mechanics are kept up to date on all the latest parts thanks to Repco service bulletins. Additionally, we have access to the Repco spare parts network which means we can find you the right part at the right price.

Wheel aligning: G-Mac also specialises in wheel alignments and has almost 50 years worth of experience.

An important part of keeping all aspects of your vehicle working properly is to stick to your regular Log Book servicing schedule. However, if you notice any of the following symptoms you should get your suspension system checked out as soon as possible:

Pulsing or Vibration felt through the steering wheel

Bouncing, dipping and diving (Your bonnet dips when braking or slowing down)

Our suspension and shock absorber services include inspection, diagnosis, repairs and replacements, wheel alignments & wheel alignment analysis to Standard Vehicles, SUV's, Four Wheel Drives and more, so we'll have your car fixed and back on the road in no time. We can also give you informed advice for special driving needs such as towing heavy loads and off-roading. 

We prefer to use Monroe Shock Absorbers, which come with a five year guarantee. We fit and install Tough Dog Lift Kits and Airbag springs too. Come and have a chat and we can help you get the right suspension for your driving needs.

For high quality 4WD Lift Kits or Suspension & Shock Absorber Services at a competitive price, contact G-Mac Auto Centre or book online. 

Get more useful information in Repco's Shock Absorbers Auto Facts Video

Our suspension and shock absorber services include inspection, diagnosis, repairs and replacements to standard vehicles and Four Wheel Drives, so we'll have your car fixed and back on the road time. We prefer to use Monroe Shock Absorbers, which come with a five year guarantee. We fit and install Tough Dog Lift Kits too...

‘Stopping, steering and stability' - Suspension systems

G-Mac Auto Centre is an established car service and automotive repair centre located in Myaree. Our mechanics have been delivering a first class, honest and reliable service to our clients for more than 37 years

With a new RV park directly across the road we are also fast becoming the go to place for tourists and visitors to the Myaree region to get their vehicles checked, serviced or repaired whilst on their travels.

Contact G-Mac Auto Centre (MRB2826) and check out our range of services, from dealer log book servicing to wheel alignments, custom performance work, suspensions, engine repairs, transmissions, air conditioning service (AU20646) and so much more.

The G-Mac mechanics are skilled in the trade, expert motor engineers and repair specialists, and thoroughly nice people. A small family owned and operated business, we rely on our reputation the most. You'll get to speak to the technician that actually works on your car, have any faults or work performed explained to you in everyday terms you will understand instead of "technician jargon", and upon request, check any of your old parts. 

Plus you get the peace of mind knowing that all of our technicians are fully qualified to Australian standards, meaning all work is fully guaranteed. Best of all, all work performed is agreed upon by you before we do it. 

Regular vehicle service ensures your car is operating reliably and efficiently and is maintained to maximise its life span.

Things like knocks, squeaks and rattles are often overlooked. In many cases, this is your car telling you a problem is beginning to develop. If attended to early, these problems are often small repairs and G-Mac mechanics can get you back on the road in no time. However, if left to chance you could find your self with an unwanted major repair, or even an unsafe vehicle.

Avoiding any service leads to undue stress on vehicle components which can in turn lead to expensive and inconvenient breakdowns. A mechanical failure on the open road can have devastating consequences, especially if a critical part of the braking, steering or suspension is involved. Regular servicing identifies potentially dangerous wear on the vital steering and braking components in your car, preventing failures and protecting you, your family and other motorists on the road. Book a service online or call us for a free car service estimate! Out of hours service can be arranged by appointment.

Myaree car service G-Mac Auto Centre are a Repco Authorised Service Repairer with The Repco Nationwide Warranty, which covers quality Repco parts and labour. and is supported at over 500 Repco Authorised Service Dealers Australia wide. We have years of experience to draw from and with that, comes a level of professional service that is hard to match when it comes to any type of vehicle repairs.

Get your car service at G-Mac Auto Centre. our experience makes the difference!

G-Mac Auto Centre's workshop and mechanics have received various awards over the years, most notably Dale McMullen named the worlds best automotive mechanic, winning gold in the Automobile Technology category and receiving the Best of the Nation award at the 2007 Worldskills International Competition in Japan.

This is one of the highest achievable accolades for a young mechanic and this also gives you an understanding of the level of hard work and dedication expected of our staff and our passion of cars.

The team at G-Mac Auto Centre (MRB2826) are committed to excellence. As a Repco Authorised Service Centre we provide high quality customer service and superior workmanship, ensuring our customers receive the very best in automotive care...

Automotive Servicing and Repairs in Myaree

G-Mac Auto Centre can service your caravan or trailer right here in Myaree in our fully equipped workshop. And remember, being backed by the Repco Nationwide Warranty means our work is covered at over 500 workshops Australia wide. Wherever you roam with your caravan or trailer, you're never far from a Repco Authorised Service Centre. 

Even if you don't use your trailer or caravan regularly you should still have it serviced at least once per year. Lack of use brings its own problems and requirements, and you should still have your towed vehicle checked on a regular basis to ensure components have not failed or deteriorated without your knowledge.

Wheel bearings, brakes and running gear are common areas of concern when it comes to trailers or caravans and these should be checked at least once a year to ensure they are operating correctly.

If you're thinking about heading out for a trip, or it's just been a while and you want to make sure it's ready to go when you are - contact us today to arrange a service for your caravan or trailer. 

Even if you don't use your trailer or caravan regularly you should still have it serviced at least once per year.

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We advise that our workshop will be closed for the Easter period from the close of business on Thursday the 17th of April and reopening on Monday the 28th of April. Please drive safely this Easter holiday season.

G-Mac Auto Centre (MRB2826) is an established Myaree car service and automotive repair centre, welcoming you to all mechanical services from dealer log book servicing to wheel alignments, custom performance work, suspensions, engine replacements and rebuilds, transmissions, air conditioning service and so much more.

You'll get to speak to the technician that actually worked on your car, have any faults or work performed explained to you in everyday terms you will understand instead of "technician jargon", and upon request, check any of your old parts.

All of our technicians are fully qualified to Australian standards and all work is fully guaranteed nationwide.

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