Regional Visitor Economies
Our Focus
Encouraging the caravanning & camping ‘community’ to play their role in revitalising regional Australia & championing their contribution to regional economies & the nation
Tourism
15M Trips & 60M Nights
Caravan and camping generates more than holiday nights than any other type of accommodation in Australia. Over 90% of nights spent caravan and camping is in regional Australia
Expenditure
$10.7B Annually
Largely focused in regional Australia, where visitor expenditure in 2500 caravan parks supports myriads of additional businesses external to the immediate caravan industry.
Caravan Parks
Developing Communities
Caravan parks are the organs of regional tourism. Each dollar of caravan park revenue generates $1.38 of economic activity in the local community, stimulating job creation & business opportunities.
Latest Announcements
Caravan Industry welcomes investment in regional tourism
Caravan Industry Association of Australia welcomes the announcement today from the Morrison Government of a $250 million regional Australia package with $150 million specifically for tourism and infrastructure projects to assist regional tourism. The caravan and camping industry is much loved by Australians, and with the desire for tourists to ‘control their own environment’, the […]
Federal Budget Stimulus sought by Caravan Industry Association of Australia
This year it has been more important than ever to bring the Caravan and Camping sectors front of mind with politicians, and with the Federal Budget being delayed due to Coronavirus, business operators are eagerly awaiting October to see what the 2020-2021 Federal Budget will bring. Caravan and camping is such an important park of […]
Caravan Industry best placed to drive and lead the road to recovery for domestic tourism with over 710,000 RVs set and ready!
The recent release of April 2020 Caravan Park Accommodation figures shows a devastating blow to the industry with $208million in losses for April. Across Australia in the past month alone, COVID-19 response measures have cost the industry over $208million and this figure is further inflated when you consider the loss of expenditure that would have […]
Caravan Industry calls for roofed accommodation & RV’s to be included in Step One easing of restrictions
The National Cabinet’s 3 Step COVIDSafe framework is an important step in providing confidence to industry on when they can expect to be operational. While Caravan Industry Association of Australia is pleased with the National Cabinet’s positive messaging to a return to “normal” and the clear framework it provides to business and our travelling community, […]
BREAKING NEWS: New Road Vehicle Standards Act set to transform the Caravan Industry
Caravan Industry Association of Australia warmly welcomed the Road Vehicle Standards Act (RVSA) navigating its final hurdle through the Senate on Tuesday evening. The Association’s CEO, Stuart Lamont, commented that this legislation will see safer caravanning products for Australians, and provide better conditions for industry businesses currently burdened with competing with cheap imported product which […]
Caravan Industry Association of Australia responds to Consumer Affairs Forum meeting
Caravan Industry Association of Australia acknowledged the key points from the Joint Communique issued by the Consumer Affairs Forum attended last week by the Commonwealth, State, Territory and New Zealand Ministers responsible for consumer protection in their relevant jurisdictions. CEO, Stuart Lamont, reinforced that Caravan Industry Association of Australia believes that all consumers of caravanning […]
Caravan Industry Association of Australia welcomes Scott Morrison as incoming Prime Minister
Caravan Industry Association of Australia CEO, Stuart Lamont, warmly congratulated Scott Morrison and Josh Frydenberg on their election as Leader and Deputy Leader of the Liberal Party today. Mr Lamont said both Mr. Morrison and Mr. Frydenberg had previously constructively engaged with industry representatives and looked forward to that continuing. “It is important that any […]
AAAA and Caravan Industry Association of Australia clarify current 4WD upgrade rule status
The Australian Automotive Aftermarket Association (AAAA), the nation’s peak body for the manufacturers, distributors and retailers of automotive parts and accessories, along with the Caravan Industry Association of Australia, wish to clarify the situation relating to proposed 4WD law changes in Queensland which has generated media coverage around the country in recent days. The recent […]
The most colourful celebrations yet
Caravan Industry Association of Australia proudly waved the rainbow flag alongside Australia’s Gay Nomads for the second year in a row at the 2018 Sydney Mardi Gras, with this year marking the 40th and biggest year of the annual celebration. With the support of Caravan and Camping Industry Association of New South Wales and Apollo […]
Caravan Industry Hears Energy Prices Will Go Down
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 […]
Preparing to proudly display the rainbow flag
Caravan Industry Association of Australia, in conjunction with Caravan and Camping Industry Association of New South Wales and Apollo Motorhomes are preparing to proudly display a float with Australia’s Gay Nomads at the Sydney Mardi Gras this weekend. 2018 will mark the second time we have been involved in the celebrations. Lynne Hocking, representative of […]
New Federal Chairman platforms on unification to drive industry growth
At the Caravan Industry Association of Australia National Board meeting conducted earlier today, Mr Grant Wilckens, CEO of Discovery Parks was elected new Federal Chairman. With a large financial investment in the industry spread nationally across almost all state and territories, Grant recognises the need for the industry to come together for future success to […]
Funding Boost to Help Road and Rest Stop Users “Coexist”
Caravan Industry Association of Australia has welcomed NHVR support for an education and awareness campaign to help road and rest stop users to “Coexist” as part of a wider initiative to deliver safer roads. The Heavy Vehicle Safety Initiative called for implementable, value-for-money initiatives that deliver significant heavy vehicle safety benefits. Stuart Lamont, CEO of […]
A Meeting with the Federal Minister for Small Business
Stuart Lamont, CEO of Caravan Industry Association of Australia, along with Julian Harniman recently met with the Federal Minister for Small Business, Michael McCormack MP, to discuss issues that concern the caravan industry. The points of discussion included: The need for local governments be included in the effects test when it comes to assessing free […]
Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry Event Attendance: Regional Communications
Caravan Industry Association of Australia’s Julian Harniman recently attended an Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry event where Senator Mitch Fifield, the Minister for Communications, laid out the Government’s plans for the communications industry. Julian was able to take advantage of the question and answer session to enquire about the Government’s plans for the mobile […]
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