Military campgrounds open for RV travelers

The Mary Valley Rattler project has received a government grant to establish a boutique RV and caravan park in Gympie, Queensland. The park will feature 20 fully serviced sites and communal areas. The funding aims to boost tourism infrastructure in the region.

A failed Queensland caravan manufacturer has been sold to a Melbourne-based rival. The sale resulted in millions of dollars in losses for the company's investors and creditors.

A deal to salvage the collapsed luxury caravan maker Zone RV will leave over 100 customers about $10 million short, as their progress payments are not part of the asset purchase by Essential Caravans. The new owner offered affected customers caravans at cost price, which still requires significant additional payment for most, and has scrapped the previous progressive payment system. The liquidator will now investigate potential illegal trading by a former director.

Australian company Goldy Caravans has launched the Beach Cruiser caravan, styled after 1965 models. The trailer is 4.8 meters long, has a tare weight of about 1100 kg, and a maximum authorized mass of 1500 kg. The starting price is around 50,000 euros.

Australian company Free Roam Fitouts has introduced the Overlander conversion kit to turn a Land Rover Defender into a motorhome. The $6,500 kit adds a sleeping area, mini-kitchen, and storage system without major body modifications, preserving the vehicle's off-road performance.

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.