Caravan and camping trips are a favourite holiday option among many Australians, and this popularity is continuing to grow more than ever. New data from Tourism Research Australia has revealed Australia’s caravan and camping visitor economy is going from strength to strength, reaching record numbers for year ending March. The latest figures have revealed national […]
Dometic has partnered with Caravan Industry Association of Australia and vehicle sponsor Winnebago Australia to promote the caravan and camping lifestyle through the popular Dometic Follow the Sun Relay for an entire year. The motorhome officially began the journey departing from the Queensland Caravan Camping and Touring Supershow in Brisbane on Saturday, June 9 and will […]
The Economic Value of the Australian Caravan and Camping Trade Industry report by Caravan Industry Association of Australia has revealed the revenue generated by the caravan and camping trade industries (not including caravan parks’ profits or money spent by visitors) is approximately $4.5 billion each year. The trade sector is comprised of manufacturers, dealerships, parts and accessories retailers, […]
At the 2018 National Conference, Ron Chapman was honoured for his decades of hard work in the industry and officially recognised as a Living Legend of the industry. Ron joined the Chesney Caravan Group in 1966 as a Public Relations Officer and handled advertising, promotions and PR for the manufacturing, retail, spares & accessories and importing/distributor/wholesale […]
Eric Hayman Award Ron Cregan The Eric Hayman Award for Excellence is our industry’s most prestigious award, now in its 28th year. The award recognises extremely influential and hardworking industry leaders who have made a positive impact over the years. Ron Cregan, pictured with Grant Wilckens and Jim Hayman, was revealed as the recipient for […]
On Wednesday, Caravan Industry Association of Australia Chairperson Grant Wilckens had the opportunity to sit down with The Hon. Michael McCormack MP, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister for Infrastructure and Transport and Leader of The Nationals in Sydney. The meeting was an opportunity for Mr Wilckens to highlight some of issues impacting the caravan and camping industry […]
Reflections Holiday Parks is calling for hospitality professionals looking for a sea change and challenge to inspire at 12 iconic NSW North Coast locations from Jimmys Beach and Hawks Nest in the Mid North Coast to Clarkes Beach in Byron Bay. Executive Manager Finance & IT, Michelle Griffin, said Reflections Holiday Parks was calling for […]
At a stakeholder engagement forum Caravan Industry Association of Australia was able to hear, discuss our industry’s concerns and provide feedback on the Federal Government’s proposals to amend consumer guarantee framework through the Australian Consumer Law Final Review. The review was conducted after consumer affairs ministers agreed in June 2015 that Consumer Affairs Australia and […]
The Caravan Industry Association of Australia 2018 National Conference is fast approaching and will be full of exciting opportunities to connect with industry colleagues, learn from industry leaders and find out about the latest industry trends. In addition to the regular highlights such as the Gala Dinner, Future Leaders Forum and guest speakers, this year will also […]
At a function attended by Caravan Industry Association of Australia, Josh Frydenberg MP, Minister for the Environment and Energy confidently predicted that energy prices would come down in the next two years with the ACCC reporting contract prices for large customers already falling by up to 50 percent. Addressing an Australian Chamber of Commerce and […]
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