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Vale Max Elsley
It is with great sadness that we note the passing of Industry Legend Max Elsley on the evening of June 9th, after a lengthy battle against illness. Max was a significant and long-time contributor to the caravan and camping industry, both in his home state of NSW and at a National level. He was a […]
Australian made week – local caravan production at 30 year high
The caravan industry in Australia contributes more than $23B annually to the Australian economy and has extensive local supply chains that involve more than 6,000 businesses across manufacturing, dealerships, servicing, repair and tourism (caravan and holiday parks). There are currently more than 750,000 recreational vehicles (caravans & motorhomes) registered on Australian roads, with 90% of […]
Caravan Industry Supports National Road Safety Week as “Grey Nomads” begin to head north
One caravanning accident is one too many! There are over 750,000 registered recreational vehicles in Australia, and with many nomads looking to head north as the seasons change, now is an important time to bring road safety front of mind. In line with other initiatives during National Road Safety Week for 2021, Caravan Industry Association of Australia is taking action […]
Caravan Industry Award winners, recognising outstanding contribution to the sector at 2021 National Conference
A night of nights for the caravan industry, celebrating the incredible dedication of individuals and organisations to industry through the announcement of seven prestigious award recipients. The awards included the industry’s highest award- the Eric Hayman Award for Excellence as well as the Richard Davis OAM Award, Chairman’s Award, Gerry Ryan OAM Award for Innovation […]
Caravan and Camping Industry Support in Federal Budget 2021
This year’s Federal Budget focused on post-recession economic growth through tax incentives, business support packages, job creation mechanisms and project expenditure. Whilst the government’s budget was light on in specific tourism or manufacturing related funding, we are pleased to see announcements regarding insurance support in northern Australia, an extension to the Building Better Region Fund […]
Nominate NOW for 2021 Industry Awards
In anticipation of the upcoming National Conference, Caravan Industry Association of Australia is seeking nominations for several high-profile industry awards. There are three major awards which we are accepting nominations for, with the winners to be announced at the National Conference Gala Dinner on Thursday 6th May 2021. In addition to the major awards, the […]
Your industry voice in Canberra
Advocacy update 29 March 2021 Caravan Industry Association of Australia travelled to Canberra during the sitting week of March 23 to discuss key issues with policy makers, departments and government agencies. A core focus was continuing to advocate for changes to insurance for caravan parks which are seeing premium hikes and/or extreme difficulty in accessing providers that […]
With over 400,000 Easter campers expected to hit the road, safety is important to ensuring a great holiday
As camping becomes increasingly popular with Australians with RV registrations surpassing 741,000, safety will be key this Easter to ensuring that the 400,000 plus campers who intend to hit the road have a great time and create happy memories. “The camping lifestyle can play a critical role in the economic and tourism recovery with an […]
We’re on! 2021 National Conference, 5 to 7 May
Get excited for Caravan Industry National Conference 2021 We are delighted to publicly announce that Caravan Industry Association of Australia is determined to proceed with the 2021 National Conference and are actively promoting registrations again. Already over 300 delegates have registered for this important industry event. This is an exciting time for our industry, coming […]
Mindfulness, Meditation and Heart Health: why this is important for you and your employees
While there is no underestimating the importance of following a nutritious, healthy diet and getting plenty of exercise, mindfulness and meditation can also play an important role in supporting a healthy heart and cardiovascular system. We often deliver the opportunity for our customers to have a restful stay or smooth experience, but how often do […]
Caravan Industry features in media spotlight
After a whirlwind summer and as we head towards what is predicted to be the biggest Easter the caravan and camping industry has ever seen, the media are very much seeking out all that our industry has to offer. A Current Affair recently did a feature on Aussies making plans to hit the wide open […]
New Tourism Package A Step in the Right Direction
Today’s tourism support package announcement from the Federal Government is a step in the right direction and will assist the caravan and camping industry as it continues to lead the recovery of Australia’s domestic visitor economy. The Federal government has been clear from the start that JobKeeper would not be extended, and that wage […]
Give Your Heart Some Love This February!
If there’s one thing that symbolises February, it’s the heart! Especially after the stresses of doing business over the past 12 months, its important to take time and look after your health. Our partners at Defibs Plus have provided some helpful tips to prioritising your health. #1 – Stretch and Relax Activities that increase flexibility […]
Creating Caravan Industry Digital Champions!
Are you one of the 200 small businesses that are currently participating in the Caravan Industry Digital Champions Program? You may have heard us previously talk about the great work happening in the industry thanks to the digital champions grant funding we received from the Federal Government. There is no doubt that there has never been a […]
The New RVSA Ready Website is HERE
New Tools – More Information – Easier to Navigate With the Road Vehicle Standards Act (RVSA) commencing in full on 1 July 2021, Caravan Industry Association of Australia are excited to announce the launch of the new and improved Are you RVSA Ready? website for industry businesses. The website has now undergone a significant upgrade […]
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