Ben says bye to Oasis
Advocacy News, Newsdesk, Parks, Regional Economies
When Ben Reichstein took over Oasis Tourist Park in Virginia in the Nothern Territory (20 minutes south of Darwin), he didn’t know what to expect.
Over the past five years, he has experienced tribulations and triumph – securing himself…
Accessibility on the Tablelands
Advocacy News, Newsdesk, Parks
Sitting in the stunning landscapes of the Atherton Tablelands, Lake Tinaroo Holiday has been transforming over the past five years.Since current director Lachlan Farquharson took over as Directory in 2019, there has been a concerted effort…
Road 2 a Million proves a huge success, with its message resonating with Australians.
Feature, Industry Headlines, Newsdesk, ParksOver 75,000 holidays amassing over 367,000 nights were recorded across the 1300 participating caravan holiday parks in the Road to a Million campaign this year—a cause for celebration for an industry that provides $27 billion to the Australian economy.
How Discovery Parks – Cradle Mountain matured its offerings
Feature, Newsdesk, Parks, Regional Economies, UncategorisedDiscovery Parks – Cradle Mountain, through consistent improvements from park owners, has been able to mature its offerings. It is now an iconic park and a must see for travellers making their way through Tasmania.
Holidayers are more inclined to recline
Advocacy News, Feature, In Other News, Industry Headlines, Parks, Regional Economies, UncategorisedHolidayers in Tasmania are more willing to spend time seeking rest and relaxation than other activities. A study conducted by BIG4 Holiday Parks says 84 per cent of Tasmanians hit the snooze button while on break compared to 74 per cent of Aussies overall, and 89 per cent say they prefer quiet time over socialising.
Exciting Times Ahead for Caravan Parks with Infrastructure Grants Announced
Manufacturing & Jobs, Parks, Regional EconomiesCaravan Industry Association of Australia thanks the Albanese Government and Minister for Trade and Tourism Don Farrell, on today’s grants announcement of 111 caravan parks from across the country set to receive grants between $10,000 and $100,000.
Austrade Caravan Parks Grant Program – Information Session
Advocacy News, Newsdesk, Parks
You're invited to the Austrade webinar on Wednesday 7 December 2022 at 1:30pm (AEDT)
The Caravan Parks Grant Program is now open. Applications will close at 4:00 pm (AEDT) on Thursday 22 December 2022.
Please join…
Hugely successful ‘Road to a Million’ finishes in style!
Industry Headlines, Newsdesk, Parks‘Road to a Million’ generated over 77,900 entries resulting in 339,238 camping nights and over 852,000 entries recorded.
Educate your Business and Reduce your Cyber Risk
Accreditation & Compliance, In Other News, Newsdesk, Parks, Partnerships, RDAP, RVMAP, SAP, Training & Education
90% of cybercrime is due to human error, and in 2020 Australian businesses saw over $175m lost to scams. The Australian caravan industry is particularly at risk, with 1 in 3 caravan industry businesses falling victim to ransomware attacks…
Vale Max Elsley
In Other News, Parks
It is with great sadness that we note the passing of Industry Legend Max Elsley on the evening of June 9th, after a lengthy battle against illness.
Max was
a significant and long-time contributor to the caravan and camping industry,
both…
Give Your Heart Some Love This February!
In Other News, Newsdesk, Parks, Partnerships
If there’s one thing that symbolises February, it’s the heart! Especially after the stresses of doing business over the past 12 months, its important to take time and look after your health.
Our partners at Defibs Plus have provided…
Creating Caravan Industry Digital Champions!
In Other News, Innovators, Parks, Partnerships, Training & Education
Are you one of the 200 small businesses that are currently participating in the Caravan Industry Digital Champions Program?
You may have heard us previously talk about the great work happening in the industry thanks to the digital…
Industry calls for consistency in Caravan Park Insurance
Advocacy News, Parks
Australia’s peak caravan and
camping industry group welcomes today’s handing down of the Insurance Inquiry
Report December 2020 by Kate Carnell, Australian Small Business and Family
Enterprise Ombudsmen.
Caravan Industry Association…
Tasmania faces bleak caravanning summer while other regions boom in post COVID border openings
Advocacy News, In Other News, Newsdesk, Parks, Regional Economies
The Tasmanian caravanning industry risks a bleak summer
despite Australians embracing caravanning and camping in other states as they
emerge out of lockdown and borders start to re-open.
Recent data released by Caravan Industry Association…
Big weekend for caravan and camping in the media
Marketing, Newsdesk, Parks
It's been a big news week for the caravanning and camping industry, which has increasingly been attracting media attention as travel restriction ease in Victoria and state borders conversations continue.
With interest in the sector continuing…