Dealerships shine in latest accreditation audits

Our accreditation team hit the road in early March, visiting dealerships in Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast. Staff at Green RV, Caravan World and Adventure Caravan Centre warmly welcomed Accreditation Programs Manager Mark Shipton and Compliance Engineer Lachlan Carpenter, who carried out the periodic assessments required under the Retail Dealership Accreditation Program (RDAP). Mark and […]

Driving safer towing for Australian travellers

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 […]

Meet James Field: Driving innovation in a changing market

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 […]

Nationally coordinated support for state-run shows

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 […]

Parks Profile: BIG4 Apollo Bay Pisces Holiday Park

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 […]

Meet Jessica Herring: Driving service, winning awards

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 […]

New National Board members for Caravan Industry Association of Australia

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 […]

National marketing campaign a huge hit with RV owners

Australia’s largest camping promotion continues to deliver outstanding results, with more than 43,000 travellers taking part in the Road to a Million campaign within its first two months. A key strategic objective of the campaign has been to encourage RV owners to recognise the ongoing value of vehicle ownership, not only through a major prize […]

Future Leaders: Erin Stevenson – Driving digital change

Erin Stevenson has propelled Newbook’s growth from tech start-up to leading hospitality platform. Combining hands-on experience with a sharp eye for operational strategy, Erin is helping caravan holiday parks streamline their digital operations and deliver exceptional guest experiences. In this edition of our Future Leaders series, Erin unpacks shifting consumer expectations, the push for digital […]

Northern Territory campaign shortlisted for top tourism award 

We’re thrilled to announce our Million Dollar Road Trip NT campaign has been shortlisted for a Brolga Northern Territory Tourism Award – the Territory’s most prestigious tourism accolade.  This news follows the campaign’s recent recognition as a finalist in the Mumbrella Awards, cementing its status as one of the country’s most effective and engaging tourism […]