Two major motorhome shows to be held in the UK in 2026

An overseas buyer paid $45m for Hahei Beach Resort on the Coromandel Peninsula, New Zealand, with approval from the Overseas Investment Office. Tasman Tourism New Zealand, a joint venture between an Australian private equity firm and a UAE-based investment company, also bought Raglan Sunset Motel for $5m. Both properties were sold by New Zealand investment group Hahei Beach Limited, which purchased them in 2015 for $13.25m and $3.88m respectively.

A consortium bidding for Tourism Holdings, a campervan rental and sales company operating in New Zealand, Australia, and North America, sees higher value than the market. After a peak in 2023, the company faces a downturn.

A pickup towing a caravan overturned on State Highway 1 in Wellington around 11:30 am. Northbound traffic is blocked; no injuries reported.

From June 7, blue self-containment warrants for freedom camping will no longer be valid. Vehicle owners must switch to the new green warrant system by June 6. Camping on public land without a green warrant may result in a $400 infringement notice. The transition period, which began in December 2023, ends with over 68,000 vehicles already certified under the new system.

Starting June 7, 2026, new regulations for motorhomes used for freedom camping take effect in New Zealand. Traditional blue self-containment certificates are being replaced by 'green stickers,' which require a fixed toilet. A fine of NZ$400 applies for not having the green sticker.

From June 7, blue warrants for campervans are invalid. Drivers must switch to the new green warrant by June 6 or face a fine of up to NZ$400. The transition period that began in December 2023 ends; over 68,000 vehicles have been certified.