We speak to Geoff Illich, Manager of Brisbane Holiday Village – a long-established, family-owned caravan holiday park in Queensland’s capital. Geoff shares insights into the park’s evolution over the past 30 years, the challenges and innovations shaping the industry today, and how his team continues to deliver outstanding guest experiences while embracing sustainability and technology. […]
Article by Mark Shipton – Accreditation Programs Manager In late August, I had the privilege of joining a panel discussion at the Caravan & Residential Parks Victoria Conference in Geelong. Under the theme “Managing Risks in Your Park,” I was joined on the panel by two highly respected industry colleagues, Julie Pernecker from All Parks […]
Mitchell Gawthorn is proof you don’t need a university degree to make a serious impact in tourism. Now serving as National Operations Manager at NRMA Parks and Resorts, Mitchell has led teams across some of Australia’s most iconic destinations, drawing on passion and resilience to create experiences that are culturally rich and commercially successful. With […]
Blake Gray isn’t just selling caravans – he’s championing a lifestyle. With a drive to innovate and a sharp focus on both local and global trends, the Sales Manager for Viscount, Concept, and Newlands Caravans is shaping the future of the RV industry. In this instalment of our Future Leaders series, Blake explains why he […]
Federal Parliament is back in session, and our General Manager – Government Relations, Luke Chippindale, returned to Canberra for the first sitting period since May. Catch up on what Luke has been working on over the past two weeks Week Two Wrap Luke wraps up a busy two weeks in the nation’s capital. Week Two […]
Amanda Dempster is leading the charge to modernise Australia’s caravan holiday parks – while preserving their unique charm. Drawing on her own lived experience as a park owner, Amanda and her team at Holiday Brands are harnessing cutting-edge marketing tools to help parks across Australia boost direct bookings and maximise profitability. This blend of innovation, […]
Australia’s caravan and camping industry plays a vital role in supporting domestic manufacturing, tourism, and regional development. However, regulatory fragmentation and market inefficiencies are limiting the sector’s ability to reach its full economic potential. To address these challenges, Caravan Industry Association of Australia recently made a submission to the Federal Government’s Productivity Commission. The submission […]
The Caravan Industry National Conference underlined its position as the premier business and insights platform for Australia’s caravan and camping sector with an impactful 2025 event. Held from 14–16 May at the RACV Royal Pines Resort on the Gold Coast, the conference brought together over 1,000 industry professionals for three days of expert insights, valuable […]
Julie Pernecker and Theo Whitmont have been awarded the caravan and camping industry’s highest accolade – the prestigious Eric Hayman OAM Award for Excellence. The pair were recognised as part of the 2025 Caravan Industry Awards, presented at the Caravan Industry National Conference Gala Dinner on Friday evening, 16 May. Julie was present at the […]
The Caravan Industry Awards have once again honoured the leaders and innovators driving excellence across Australia’s caravan and camping sector. Presented during the 2025 Caravan Industry National Conference Gala Dinner on Friday, 16 May, the awards recognised outstanding achievement and dedication within the industry. The industry’s highest accolade, the Eric Hayman OAM Award for Excellence, […]
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