Caravan & Camping SA Show 2026

Ballina Shire Council will host free caravan safety workshops on March 26, 2026. The sessions, delivered in partnership with Transport for NSW, will focus on correct loading, towing techniques, and travel preparation. Two sessions are scheduled at the Ballina Surf Club, each limited to 50 participants.

The West Australian government says a new booking system for campsites along the Ningaloo coast will be reviewed after the website crashed repeatedly upon launch. The system, intended to provide fairer access, opened six-month bookings at 10am on the first Tuesday of each month instead of midnight. In the first 24 hours, 5,500 people entered a queue, resulting in 2,000 bookings for 550 campsites.

Tow World has introduced the X Terra, a caravan that combines living quarters with a toy hauler function. The 19-foot model features a drop-down rear ramp, four bunk beds, independent suspension, and a fully electric interior system. It is marketed as a solution for families and outdoor enthusiasts needing to transport ATVs or other gear.

A Sydney family sold their house to fund a life on the road in a caravan. A recent survey indicates 21% of Australian homeowners are considering downsizing to a caravan due to rising costs. The family reports lower expenses and a stronger family bond since making the switch.

The author details a two-week journey through southwestern Western Australia in a rented camper van. The rental cost 2,400 euros for 14 days with full coverage, excluding undercarriage damage or kangaroo collisions. The route covered Perth, Busselton, Margaret River, and the beaches of Esperance, where swimming is complicated by shark risk.

A caravan was destroyed after detaching from its tow vehicle on Tasmania's east coast. The crash occurred around midday on Tuesday near Cranbrook. Police used the incident to remind drivers to check towing setups and weight distribution before travel.