Thor's First Camping Trip

Caravan manufacturer Star Vision closed its Dandenong showroom, citing a water leak. Customers who paid deposits have not received caravans or refunds. The Caravan Industry Association calls it an isolated incident.

South Gippsland Shire Council approved the subdivision of Sandy Point Holiday Park, allowing the construction of 11 dwellings on the site. Local business owner Paddy Annareddy expressed regret, noting the park provided affordable accommodation and attracted over 100 visitors on holiday weekends. The council stated the decision was based on planning law and objectors can seek review through VCAT. The park remains open for business.

In Australia, a two-year-old caravan left unsecured at a campsite rolled into the water. Owners had to hire a crane to retrieve it; interior contents were completely waterlogged. The incident became the campsite's main attraction, surpassing the local entertainment program.

Goldfields Campers & Caravans has unveiled the Escape 2026, a travel trailer designed for off-grid adventures. The build features an aluminum-composite body with XPS foam core, a waterproof floor, and independent suspension with dual shock absorbers. The standout feature is a slide-out outdoor kitchen with burners and a sink located at the rear. Pricing starts at $32,300 USD.

Tweed Regional Museum launched its 'Museum on Wheels' program: a vintage caravan packed with interactive exhibits and historical artifacts embarked on a five-week tour of remote schools in northern New South Wales. The first stop was Woodenbong Central School, a small community school with only 4–5 students. The project is funded by a $96,000 Create NSW Cultural Access Grant at no cost to ratepayers. Over the month, the caravan will visit more than 20 schools, including the Toomelah First Nations community on the NSW-Queensland border.

Bürstner has halted caravan production as demand fell 13%. Poland is proposing to scrap road tolls for campervans, while Liguria counts the cost of 8,000 motorhomes descending on the region. Tom Hanks' son has swapped Hollywood for a trailer in pursuit of a music career, and a French couple has driven 100,000 km from the North Cape to Senegal — and that's not even the whole story. All this in this issue.