What started as a three-month job over the Christmas period has evolved into an award-winning career move for Alannah Hein. In this interview, the inaugural recipient of the thl – Rising Star Award shares how a childhood spent growing up around caravan parks, an unplanned career pivot and a willingness to back herself led her […]
Caravan holiday parks are operating in an increasingly regulated market. Insurance is harder to secure, compliance expectations keep climbing and when something goes wrong, operators are expected to prove they were ready. Help is here. Developed in partnership with Ryan Kellen from Simplifyrisk, our Risk Management & Business Operations Plan and Emergency Management Plan templates […]
With travel budgets tight, winning guest trust matters more than ever. Our latest research shows a proven way to do this – accreditation. The 2026 Caravan Park Guest Review Report paints a picture of an industry that continues to earn its guests’ confidence. The sector recorded a National Global Review Index™ of 85.6% for 2025, […]
Key Points Downtime costs more than power. Outages during peak season hit guest experiences hard. Hidden infrastructure, hidden costs. Decades-old wiring can mean the full price isn’t known until you’re mid-upgrade. Know before you go. An electrician-led audit is the best first step. Outdated or undersized power infrastructure could be costing your caravan holiday park […]
It would be naive to pretend the past few months have been easy for our industry. Several dealerships and manufacturers have closed their doors. For the people affected – customers, employees and suppliers among them – that pain is real. As the peak national body, we think it’s important to speak plainly about what is […]
With extreme weather events on the rise, visitor numbers growing and regulatory requirements becoming increasingly complex, caravan holiday parks face more risks than ever before. To help industry businesses stay safe, compliant and prepared, Caravan Industry Association of Australia has partnered with Ryan Kellen from Simplifyrisk to develop a tailored Emergency Management Plan specifically for […]
Our Accreditation Programs Manager, Mark Shipton, recently presented to members of the Caravan Parks Association of Queensland (CPAQ) and Caravan and Residential Parks Victoria (CRP Vic), focusing on practical approaches to managing risk in caravan holiday parks. The webinars explored common operational risks and highlighted how the Caravan Holiday Parks Accreditation Program sets structured standards […]
Article by IDeaS Caravan holiday parks have traditionally prioritised investing in renovations or enhancements to the physical guest experience. However, in today’s increasingly data-driven, fast-moving tourism environment, investing in revenue management technology has emerged as a critical need. By using automation power to implement core pricing strategies, deliver accurate forecasts, and optimise inventory and staffing, […]
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 […]
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