RV and Campervan Rental Demand

The Queenstown Lakes District Council has extended the temporary prohibition of freedom camping at the Allenby Place carpark in Wānaka until 31 January 2027. The extension addresses ongoing access, health, and safety concerns due to the site's narrow accessway and increased traffic. The council will use this time to assess the location's suitability for camping and consider potential permanent amendments to the bylaw.

ARI Motors released a camper van the size of a regular van — and it's now Germany's smallest production electric camper at €30,000. JAL decided its passengers hadn't traveled enough and offered a sequel: a motorhome pickup straight from Narita. The lawsuit against Stellantis over "cheat" diesel software, a yellow DHL van in the hands of a retiree, and 413 million campsite overnight stays across Europe — all in this issue.

Tourism Holdings Ltd dominates the motorhome and recreational vehicle rental market in Oceania and North America. The company is listed on the NZX in New Zealand under ISIN NZHELE0001S9 and operates brands including Apollo, Britz and Maui. Its business model combines seasonal rentals with used vehicle sales.

Actress Amanda Rawles spent a 10-day vacation traveling around New Zealand in a campervan. The 25-year-old celebrity chose a lifestyle without a permanent home, moving around in a converted van.

Auckland Council has temporarily banned freedom camping at Westmere's Coxs Bay due to repeated rule violations. Over the past two years, 170 fines were issued for parking outside designated areas and using disabled spots. A full review of regulations is scheduled for later this year.

Auckland Council has temporarily banned freedom camping at Coxs Bay from April 1, 2026, due to repeated rule breaches. Over two years, 34 complaints were filed and over 170 infringements issued for overnight stays outside the three designated spaces for self-contained vehicles.