The Caravan Parks Association of Queensland Ltd (CPAQ), an organization dedicated to supporting caravan parks across Queensland (Australia), has officially released the list of finalists for the 2024 CPAQ Awards. These awards are designed to recognize the significant achievements and innovations within the caravan park industry.
This year, the awards ceremony will highlight the efforts of 41 finalists distributed across 10 different award categories. Each category is crafted to honor various aspects of excellence in caravan park operations, ranging from innovative practices to exceptional customer service and community engagement.
Among the notable award categories are the Simon Warner Memorial Young Achiever of the Year Award, the Employee of the Year Award, the Gordon Harris Turnaround Award, and the Ray Fitton Award for Innovation.
Further categories include the Refurbishment Award, the Tidy Park Award, the Team of the Year Award and the WTF! Award.
Individual finalists for this year include Amanda Bysouth, Callum Woodrow, Donna Reynolds, and Rachel Terry, who have all distinguished themselves through their dedication and hard work in the caravan park industry.
The caravan park finalists comprise a diverse group, from August Moon Caravan Park to Toorbul Caravan Park, including well-known names like BIG4 Caloundra, BIG4 Gold Coast Holiday Park, and more. These parks represent the full spectrum of Queensland’s caravan industry, from beachfront retreats to bushland havens.
For industry suppliers, these awards highlight potential partnership opportunities with leading parks that are committed to excellence and innovation. Tourism businesses and regional and local tourism organizations can leverage the success of these parks in their promotional strategies to enhance regional tourism appeal.
The impact of the CPAQ Awards extends beyond just the winners. It fosters a spirit of excellence and innovation across all levels of the caravan and camping industry in Queensland. The announcement of the winners will take place during the highly anticipated 2024 CPAQ Conference, where the industry will come together to celebrate its achievements and plan for the future.
In essence, the CPAQ Awards serve as a benchmark for quality and innovation in the caravan park industry, driving improvements that benefit all stakeholders from park owners to guests and the broader community.