Australian caravan holiday parks just set this record …

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 […]

Gas cylinder mounting and restraints

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 […]

Small investment, big returns: Upgrading cabins for high-needs guests

If your caravan holiday park already offers accessible cabins, you are part of a growing movement catering to travellers with disabilities. But there is a larger, under-served opportunity – guests with high-needs accessibility requirements. Accessible Accommodation’s four-tier accreditation system includes a ‘high needs’ category for assisted wheelchair users. The imbalance is striking, about 40 per […]

How smarter insights drive guest experience and profit growth

Article by IDeaS It’s no secret data is a critical ingredient for effective decision making across the caravan holiday park sector. Accurate data allows park operators to analyse booking patterns, effectively forecast demand and adjust their pricing strategies to improve revenue outcomes. Additionally, by tracking on-site behaviour, parks can identify areas where guests may experience […]

Mind the Gap: Young workers and safety risks

Each year, more than 4,400 workers aged between 15 and 24 are seriously injured at work, often within the first six months of starting a new job. You may be considering employing, or already employ, a young person in your park or workshop in a role that involves significant manual handling or the use of […]

Terms & Conditions – National Conference 2026 Registrations

Alterations and Cancellations Any alterations and cancellations must be received by email to [email protected]. Substitutions are welcome at no additional cost. However, Caravan Industry Association of Australia must be notified of any substitutions prior to the event by email: [email protected]. Refunds Policy: Change of Mind  Refunds Policy: COVID-19 Recording and Image Waiver  Caravan Industry Association of Australia […]

Parks Profile: Echo Holiday Parks

Stephen Edwards leads the Edwards Group, the family-owned business behind Echo Holiday Parks, one of South Australia’s fastest-growing caravan holiday park networks. With a deep commitment to regional communities, innovation and sustainability, Stephen shares insights into what drives the business, how it’s adapting to industry challenges and what makes Echo Holiday Parks a popular year-round […]

ADR 109/00 exemption for ICE powered vehicles

Australian Design Rule (ADR) 109/00 – Electric Power Train Requirements comes into force on 1 November 2025. This new rule applies to vehicles fitted with electric power trains, including electric and hybrid vehicles. The Federal Department is providing a streamlined approvals process for vehicles that do not have this feature. If your approval only covers […]

Don’t get caught off-guard: Start your climate compliance journey now

Article by Carbonhalo Australia’s mandatory climate reporting requirements are fast approaching, and the smartest caravan industry businesses aren’t waiting to become compliant. Many industry businesses are already locking in multi-year compliance pathway programs – here’s why you should too. The rush is coming Group 2 businesses (revenue >$200M, assets >$500M, employees >250) must comply with […]