Caravan Industry Association of Australia and Pedders Suspension & Brakes have delivered a national RV road safety campaign, aimed at improving vehicle compliance and towing performance for Australia’s booming caravan and camping community. The three-month Better Journeys initiative put education front and centre, helping RV owners understand critical safety considerations before hitting the road. With […]
Having spent two decades in the caravan and RV sector, James Field brings deep technical expertise and commercial leadership to his role as General Manager – Commercial and Product at Market Direct Group. From workshop floors to national industry leadership and now overseeing a global product strategy, James offers an experience-backed perspective on compliance, innovation […]
In 2026, Caravan Industry Association of Australia is delivering a nationally coordinated campaign to support and promote its member state associations’ caravan and camping shows. This is not a standalone program. It is a structured national framework aligned across five states and 17 major consumer shows, ensuring participating state associations benefit from a shared strategy […]
Emerging leaders from across the caravan and camping industry gathered in Canberra last week to discuss key issues shaping the sector’s future. Coordinated by Caravan Industry Association of Australia, the day-long program included our annual Future Forum workshop and our latest Friends of Caravanning event at Parliament House. Attendees also observed our February National Board […]
Set against the backdrop of Victoria’s Great Ocean Road, BIG4 Apollo Bay Pisces Holiday Park combines coastal appeal with forward-thinking operations. Marketing Manager Fiona Davidson shares insights into how the park is meeting evolving guest expectations, embracing sustainability initiatives and navigating rising operational costs. Can you start by telling us a little bit about your […]
Demand for caravan holiday park accommodation has hit record highs, aided by a strong response to Caravan Industry Association of Australia’s Road to a Million campaign. New data from the association shows park occupancy reached all-time December highs across every accommodation category in 2025. The December quarter also set new benchmarks for cabin, powered and unpowered site […]
LP Gas cylinders are a common feature on Australian recreational vehicles, providing an efficient and practical energy source for cooking, heating, and refrigeration – especially in unpowered camping locations. However, they also pose significant risks if the gas system or its components malfunction. Gas cylinders store gas in liquid form under high pressure. Any damage […]
Customer service, not sales tactics, drives the experience at True North RV. It’s a philosophy championed by founder Jessica Herring, who combined a diverse professional background with a lifelong love of the outdoors to launch her Mount Gambier-based dealership in late 2023. Jessica’s dedication to creating exceptional customer experiences earned her the inaugural Ultimate Business […]
Caravan Industry Association of Australia is pleased to announce the results of its National Board election, held during its Annual General Meeting on Tuesday, 25 November. G’day Parks General Manager David Smith (Parks), Green RV Group CEO Jack Green (Trade) and Leisure-Tec Australia CEO Paul Widdis (Trade) were elected to the Board for the first […]
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