Over the course of the week there are several events as part of the CPAQ and National Conference along with some casual activities with park operators catching up in their free time.

When you book your ticket for the conference consider which of the following events you would like to attend.

Sunday 7 May 2023

On Sunday evening there are a small number of Queensland park operators that have advised they will be onsite and plan on catching up for dinner. If you wish to join this group, let a member of the CPAQ team know and we will connect you.

Monday 8 May 2023

If you want to make the beginning of the CPAQ Conference program we kick off by 12:00 noon.

Afternoon tea will be held in our trade space where you can speak with our sponsors, suppliers of quality products and services to the caravan parks sector, and earn tickets for the conference raffle.

On Monday evening we will host our CPAQ Awards Dinner (7:00pm for a 7:30pm start), a chance to celebrate the winners of the 2023 CPAQ Awards over exceptional food, drinks and company.

Tuesday 9 May 2023

The CPAQ Conference will kick off again at 8:30am Tuesday morning with another set of strong topics.

Morning tea and lunch will be held in our trade space so you can continue those important conversations you started on Monday.

After lunch we will close out the conference with some inspirational stories, ending with our exciting conference raffle.

There will be several Queensland park operators around on Tuesday evening offering great company for casual dinners in one of the many fantastic restaurants available at RACV Royal Pines Resort.

Wednesday 10 May 2023

Start Wednesday with one of the great Masterclasses being held across the morning or by joining the Caravan Industry Association of Australia Golf Day.

The National Conference Trade Exhibition will open at midday allowing you to wander this space, speak to the suppliers in attendance, providing you the chance to ‘touch and feel’ their products.

At 3:30pm the first speaker for the National Conference will start, with some interest and engage speakers.

This conference opening will be followed by the annual Cocktail Party held in the Trade Exhibition from 6:00pm. Enjoy drinks and canapes will exploring the trade exhibition and reconnecting with friends and acquaintances.

Thursday 11 May 2023

Thursday will kick off a full day of speakers in the main conference sessions .

After a full day of conference sessions, you’ll be ready to relax and enjoy the company of your fellow conference delegates with social function from 6:30pm.

Friday 12 May 2023

Main conference sessions will once again kick off from 9am with breakouts and main plenary sessions.

Conference sessions will end at 3:30pm and delegates will be invited to head out to the lawn for afternoon tea and drinks. This is a great chance to wind down and chat about all the great topics that have been covered over the past five days.

The culmination of the National Conference is always a spectacular Industry Gala Dinner on Friday, giving us all a chance to get dressed up and celebrate everything our industry has to offer. Featuring a stellar three-course meal, you’ll be treated to fantastic live entertainment, and we’ll all toast the Award Winners. Everyone is invited to arrive from 7:00pm for pre-dinner drinks with the dinner commencing at 7:30pm.

*every effort has been made to develop this schedule, however the program may be subject to change without notice