The 2025 edition of Australia’s Caravan Industry National Conference has been hailed a success by organisers and attendees alike after taking place from 14 to 16 May this year.

More than 1,000 professionals in the caravanning industry attended the event at the RACV Royal Pines resort on the Gold Coast in Queensland for three days of expert insight, networking, and debate on the future of the industry and the challenges and opportunities of the future.

During the event, which is organised by the Caravan Industry Association of Australia, an impressive 50 different keynote and expert speakers delivered presentations and talks designed to engage the industry and challenge them to think about strategy as well as inspiring with stories from across the business world.

Some of the speakers included international artificial intelligence expert Dr Alan Thompson economist turned social entrepreneur Simon Griffith, global thought leader and North American RV industry expert Toby O’Rourke, influential global futurist Dr Keith Suter, entrepreneur and investor Andrew Morello, decorated Australian jockey Damien Oliver, consumer trends expert Amanda Stevens, and Australian Paralympic Champion Curtis McGrath.

The National Conference also hosted an exhibition, which attracted more than 120 different exhibiting companies showcasing their products and services.

Stuart Lamont, CEO of the Caravan Industry Association of Australia, said: “The National Conference provides an unparalleled opportunity to come together, exchange ideas, and have important discussions about the industry’s future.

“If the collaboration, passion and ingenuity on display at this year’s conference are anything to go by, our industry won’t just adapt to this changing landscape – it will thrive in it.”

As well as a series of seminars, break-out sessions, and a trade exhibition, the national conference also hosted the annual Caravan Industry Golf Day, and the 2025 Caravan Industry Awards, during which exceptional leadership in the industry was recognised and rewarded.

A closing statement from the organisers said: “Caravan Industry Association of Australia thanks all delegates, speakers, and event partners for making this year’s National Conference a huge success. A special thanks to our Principal Sponsor, Leisure-Tec. We look forward to welcoming everyone again in 2026.”

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