Entries by Matthew Jones

Do you have a sun-safe workplace?

As we move into spring and the weather begins to warm up, caravan holiday park owners and managers should be mindful of the risks that extreme heat – and at times, high humidity – can pose to themselves and their staff. Those working for extended periods in direct sunlight are vulnerable to dehydration and fatigue. […]

Road to a Million puts camping in national spotlight 

The fun, value and accessibility of caravanning and camping will be showcased to a national television audience of over 4.5 million during the 2025 Road to a Million campaign. Coordinated by Caravan Industry Association of Australia with support from state association members, this year’s campaign will involve over 1,300 caravan holiday parks. The national promotion […]

Common electrical and gas issues

During recent compliance inspections at industry-run consumer shows, Caravan Industry Association of Australia’s RVMAP team has identified several common issues relating to gas and electrical installations. Primarily, these relate to the following Australian Standards, which cover electrical and gas installations in recreational vehicles: The most common issues are as follows: 1. Missing gas warning labels […]

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Crusader Caravans and JB Caravans adopt RVMAP Australian badge

Caravan Industry Association of Australia is pleased to announce Crusader Caravans and JB Caravans are the first businesses to carry the RVMAP Australian badge.  This badge has been introduced to provide additional information on the source of RV products. It will be phased in as a replacement for the RVMAP Manufacturer badge.  The current RVMAP […]

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Advocating for parks: Key issues on the Federal agenda

Federal Parliament is back in session, and our General Manager — Government Relations, Luke Chippindale, has returned to Canberra to represent the interests of our industry at the highest levels. Top of Luke’s agenda are initiatives that drive productivity gains for park operators. Watch Luke’s update from Canberra (below) to hear about the conversations he has been […]

Don’t let overtime become a legal risk

Article by HR Legal As the common saying goes: “there are not enough hours in the day!” This is true in many situations, particularly in caravan holiday parks, where it can often seem the working week does not contain enough hours for employees to get the job done. The legal position under the Fair Work […]

Caravan to a Million confirms Australians’ love for caravan holiday parks

The recent Caravan to a Million (CTAM) marketing campaign reaffirmed Australians’ strong commitment to the camping lifestyle, with caravan holiday parks continuing to be a preferred choice for RV travellers. Delivered from 1 February to 30 June 2025 and largely funded by Caravan Industry Association of Australia, CTAM’s consumer-facing competition received over 80,000 entries. This […]