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Why every caravan holiday park should be listed on ATDW 

For caravan holiday parks, online visibility is everything. Whether travellers are planning their next holiday, searching for accommodation or exploring destinations, your park needs to be where they are looking.  The Australian Tourism…

New tools to help you become an accredited caravan holiday park

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For caravan holiday parks looking to improve operational systems and demonstrate a commitment to industry best practice, there has never been a better time to become accredited. Caravan Industry Association of Australia has recently…

What did I miss? Key takeaways from the 2026 National Conference

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The 2026 Caravan Industry National Conference wasn't just the biggest in the event's history – it was a powerful reminder of the strength, resilience and ambition driving Australia's caravan and camping industry. Didn't make it to the…

Driving Forward: Inside the 2026 National Conference

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Amid challenging market conditions and rapid industry change, the 2026 Caravan Industry National Conference showcased the resilience, adaptability and collaborative spirit driving Australia’s caravan and camping sector forward. A record…

BDO South Australia honoured with Eric Hayman OAM Award for Excellence

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BDO South Australia has received the caravan and camping industry’s highest honour, the prestigious Eric Hayman OAM Award for Excellence, recognising more than 20 years of leadership in research, data and analytics that has helped shape the…

Parks Profile: BIG4 Middleton Beach Holiday Park

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Set along Western Australia’s stunning south-west coast, it’s hard to imagine there’s a care in the world at BIG4 Middleton Beach Holiday Park. Yet for owners Joshua Shuttleworth and Melanie Stock, some of the realities will be…

How smarter financing helps caravan holiday parks invest, upgrade and grow sustainably

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Article by DLL For many caravan holiday park operators, the decision to upgrade cabins or expand facilities is shaped less by ambition and more by financial reality. Parks face a unique set of investment challenges: high upfront asset costs,…

Strong bookings, safer parks: Mark Shipton’s Tasmania visit

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Caravan Industry Association of Australia’s Accreditation Programs Manager, Mark Shipton, visited Tasmania earlier this month, meeting with caravan holiday park operators across the state to discuss a range of industry issues. With the…

Public holidays: What employers need to know

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Article by HR Legal Each year, ANZAC Day and Easter public holidays present compliance challenges for employers, particularly those operating across multiple jurisdictions or within hospitality, retail and essential services. While public…

Why caravan holiday parks must prioritise revenue management technology

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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…

Parks Profile: BIG4 Apollo Bay Pisces Holiday Park

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Set against the backdrop of Victoria’s Great Ocean Road, BIG4 Apollo Bay Pisces Holiday Park combines coastal appeal with forward-thinking operations. Marketing Manager Fiona Davidson shares insights into how the park is meeting evolving…

Australian caravan holiday parks just set this record …

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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…

National marketing campaign a huge hit with RV owners

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Australia’s largest camping promotion continues to deliver outstanding results, with more than 43,000 travellers taking part in the Road to a Million campaign within its first two months. A key strategic objective of the campaign has been…

Parks Profile: Stephen Edwards, 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,…

Parks Profile: Brisbane Holiday Village

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We speak to Geoff Illich, Manager of Brisbane Holiday Village – a long-established, family-owned caravan holiday park in Queensland's capital. Geoff shares insights into the park’s evolution over the past 30 years, the challenges…