Tasmania’s Deputy Premier, the Hon Michael Ferguson MP recently engaged in a crucial discussion about increasing vehicle capacity on the new Spirits and the dynamics of intrastate versus interstate travel numbers on the evening following the Caravanning Tasmania committee meeting. During this meeting, President Dennis Austin and Caravanning Tasmania representative Luke Chippindale were present, representingRead more
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Tasmanian households and businesses are set to benefit from a one-off energy bill dividend included in this year’s state budget. This initiative is especially beneficial for caravanning parks and businesses, providing much-needed financial relief. Key Details: Household Relief: All Tasmanian households will receive a $250 cost-of-living dividend automatically credited to their electricity bills. Business Relief:Read more
At Caravanning Tasmania, we are dedicated to supporting our members and the wider caravanning community with valuable insights and data. The performance metrics for caravan parks across Tasmania in the second quarter of 2024 highlight the industry’s robust health and ongoing appeal. This information is crucial for understanding trends, planning future strategies, and enhancing theRead more
Caravanning Tasmania Members: We wanted to let you know that the membership fees and invoices for Caravanning Tasmania have just been sent out. Your support is essential in helping us promote and enhance the caravanning experience across Tasmania. This year, we’ve got some exciting plans to support our members, including more events, marketing initiatives, andRead more
The Tasmanian Government is making significant progress on the Devonport port redevelopment, keeping the project on track. A major milestone has been reached with the first of the new Spirit of Tasmania ships successfully completing its initial sea trials off the coast of Finland. Minister for Transport, Eric Abetz, shared his optimism about theRead more
We’re excited to share that our recent Tassie meet-up was a huge success! It was fantastic to see so many Tasmanian caravan and camping businesses come together, share their thoughts, ideas, and get to know their neighbours a little better. The goal was simple: to bring Caravanning Tasmania members together and give everyone aRead more
Are you part of Tasmania’s vibrant caravan industry? Don’t miss the opportunity to join Caravanning Tasmania at the 2024 Caravan Industry Conference on the Gold Coast! This premier three-day event is set to deliver an unmatched experience with world-class speakers, tailored content streams for Parks & Trade, and a plethora of networking opportunities. It’sRead more
Tim Curtis, Senior Regional Operations Manager for Discovery Holiday Parks, has worked both in and around the tourism industry for the majority of his life. Growing up on a dairy farm in East Gippsland, whose extended family-owned caravan parks and motels, he began his career making beds and checking guests in around theRead more
Discovery Parks has launched an innovative campaign called TAS Bingo, aimed at encouraging visitors to explore more of Tasmania. It’s a great example of how a simple, fun idea can boost tourism and help spread the economic benefits across different regions. What’s the Game? In the TAS Bingo campaign, visitors are encouraged to stayRead more
Luke Emmett has been the park owner and operator of Mersey Bluff Caravan Park for over six years. It’s a uniquely placed park in northeast Tasmania just out of Devonport known for its awe-inspiring sunrises and sunsets. The park is often recognised on social media for its hospitality, including this post below: Yet, Mr EmmettRead more