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Tourism Research Australia Forecast Supports Road Tripping Revival
The latest Tourism Australia Research (TRA) forecast highlights the positive influence that the low dollar value is having on increasing domestic tourism and inbound travel, particularly from Asian markets. International visitors are expected to grow by 5.6% per annum to reach 12.3 million visitors by 2024-25, with China overtaking New Zealand as Australia’s largest international […]
Strategic Plan 2016-2019 Launched
The Caravan Industry Association of Australia Strategic Plan for 2016-2019 was launched at the 2016 National Conference. A three-year plan, rather than a five-year plan, has been identified as an important tactic to enable industry responsiveness in a rapidly evolving environment. The Strategic Plan is based on the new vision of the organisation: “To lead […]
Strength of Caravan Industry Presented to the Prime Minister
Caravan Industry Association of Australia Treasurer and Board member, Dennis Austin, sat with the Prime Minister on Friday to showcase the size and strength of the caravanning industry in Australia. In the wake of the declining car industry, it is particularly important that industry messages and concerns are presented to key decision makers in […]
New Caravan Industry Award Honours Both Passed and Living Legends
The inaugural Richard Davis Award for Outstanding Contribution to the Peak National Body was presented to Ron Chapman, Chief Executive Officer of Caravanning Queensland, at the 2016 Caravan Industry Association of Australia National Conference Gala Dinner The award is named in honour of industry legend Richard Hasse Davis OAM, who passed suddenly last year. His […]
Caravan Industry is in Capable Hands with Young Leaders
The 2016 CaravanCampingSales Future Leaders Award was presented to Gabby Montagnese at the 2016 Caravan Industry Association of Australia National Conference Gala Dinner The CaravanCampingSales Future Leaders Award, now in its third year, celebrates the most accomplished young leader in the caravan industry today who is destined to further influence the industry in the future. […]
The Caravan Industry’s Highest National Honour Awarded to Dennis Austin
The Eric Hyman Award for Excellence was presented to Dennis Austin at the 2016 Caravan Industry Association of Australia National Conference Gala Dinner Dennis Austin is a caravan dealer and camping accessory retailer from the North Coast of Tasmania who has has undertaken over 15 years of continuous service, representing the interests of caravanning both […]
CaravanCampingSales Future Leaders Award Finalists Announced
There were twenty-nine nominations for the 2016 CaravanCampingSales Future Leaders Award. It was pleasing to see representation from all sectors with a diverse range of experience and geographical locations. What stood out was the quality of individuals within our industry seeking to make a difference to the future of the caravanning and camping industry. It […]
Key Topics at the 2016 National Conference
The Let’s Go 2016 National Conference program is packed full of inspiring speakers, breakout workshops, tours and social events. With so much to look forward to, we’d like to highlight some of the key topics that will be fuelling discussions and generating ideas this year on the Gold Coast. The Upcoming Election Barely months away […]
Nominations Open For The 2016 Queensland Tourism Awards
Nominations are open for the 2016 Queensland Tourism Awards! Queensland tourism businesses, events and Regional Tourism Organisations are invited to nominate for the 2016 Queensland Tourism Awards (QTA), proudly presented by Queensland Airports Limited in partnership with Tourism and Events Queensland. Nominations are required to be submitted by Wednesday 1 June 2016. All nominations must be […]
Our Speakers
Hear from a range of well respected speakers at the 2016 National Conference: Allan Pease Mr Body Language For over four decades Allan Pease has been internationally recognized as “Mr Body Language” with many best-sellers which he has either authored himself or his wife Barbara. Such books include “Body language in the workplace”, “Why men […]
Employees vs Contractors – What’s the difference and what does it mean to me as an employer?
It’s important for both employers and workers to know the difference between an employee and a contractor. Differences between employees and contractors There are a number of areas to consider when determining whether your worker is an employee or a contractor. Employees are usually: given ongoing work and hours paid superannuation by their employer entitled […]
Be careful when acquiring property as GST-free going concerns
This article is intended to prompt members to seek appropriate taxation advice before deciding to purchase any property for the purposes of operating a caravan park or a manufactured home estate business. It is common for parties to a contract for the sale of commercial property to apply the GST exemption for the supply of […]
Sunrise Loving their Caravan & Camping Adventure
Two days down and one more to go – the Sunrise team have been having a blast broadcasting live from Caravan Industry Association of Australia Accredited Caravan Parks. On Wednesday they were at Ocean Beach Holiday Park where hosts Sam, Kochie, Beretts, Nat and Eddy raced in a hilarious pedal car race around the caravan park […]
New Research Appointment
Caravan Industry Association of Australia has appointed a dedicated researcher Peter Clay, to commence February 1. Peter will play an important role in raising the research capability of the organisation and will work closely with the state associations and other key industry partners on the development of key research projects on behalf of the industry. Peter […]
Summer Giveaway with IFISH Reeling in Entries
For the third year running, Caravan Industry Association of Australia has teamed up with popular lifestyle program IFISH to sponsor their Summer Series with a consumer promotion. From January 4 – February 5 2016, Let’s Go Caravan & Camping will be all over IFISH with Tackleworld assets, including social media, website, and television. Let’s Go Caravan […]
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