Big summer at Moyne caravan parks

Published on 27 February 2025

It’s been a huge summer 2024/25 across Moyne, with accommodation providers and the shire’s caravan parks heavily booked throughout the peak tourism period.

From Boxing Day 2024 to the end of January 2025, 13,939 guests stayed across the shire’s six caravan parks.  This is an increase of over 500 guests compared to the previous summer.

Mayor, Cr Karen Foster said this was an outstanding result given current cost-of-living pressures on families, showing the great value and experience for holidaymakers at Moyne caravan parks.

“We measured guest satisfaction and received feedback from nearly 250 guests, with a 96% satisfaction score,” said Cr Foster.

“This highlights a successful season and reinforces the dedication and hard work of our Caravan Parks Team. Particularly pleasing were many individual comments around the cleanliness of facilities and our friendly and helpful staff,” she said.

“The sunny weather this summer has undoubtedly contributed to the bumper crowds, along with the range of events on offer.”

“The events held across the shire over the summer months have proved to be extremely popular, drawing visitors from across the state and beyond.”

“The Moyneyana Festival, Koroit Truck Show, Port Fairy Jazz Festival, Port Fairy Marathon and Community Running Festival, and the wonderful Koroit Show and Field Day are some of the drawcards that cement Moyne’s position as the summer playground.”

“The strong result from our caravan parks has a direct benefit for all Moyne residents, with the booking fees providing a revenue stream that supports all of Council’s services.”

“Strong tourism numbers are vital for so many of Moyne’s businesses.  Our innovative Work and Play worker accommodation program was well-subscribed, providing affordable accommodation options for seasonal staff for local hospitality businesses.”