Media Release 11 May 2016

A big four new parks for BIG4 Holiday Parks BIG4 Holiday Parks has welcomed four new parks to the BIG4 family, providing even more choice of great locations and exceptional accommodation options for travellers.

The four are: Byron Holiday Park (NSW), BIG4 Albury Tourist Park (NSW), BIG4 Mackay Blacks Beach Holiday Park (QLD), and Rivershore Resort (QLD), a brand new site which will be open from August 2016.

Steven Wright, CEO of BIG4 Holiday Parks, is buoyant about the network’s expansion.

“We welcome the introduction of these four new parks into the BIG4 family with excitement and confidence that they will enhance our guests’ options,” says Wright.

“The essence of BIG4 is delivering ‘location, quality, fun and connection’, and these four parks are a great addition to our network of parks, exemplifying all of these qualities.”

Each new park has its own individual flavour and amenities.

Adjacent to Arakwal National Park, Byron Holiday Park spans 28 acres and is just five minutes from the heart of Byron Bay.

Park manager Gerald Searle emphasises Byron’s family holiday credentials, saying the region offers a terrific beachside and nature experiences for all.

“Byron Holiday Park has direct access to beautiful Tallow Beach via our beach track, and our facilities compliment what’s available in and around Byron Bay,” explains Gerald.

“We have onsite bike hire to enable our guests to enjoy easy access into Byron and the 15km of cycle ways surrounding the park. Our guests can also enjoy our modern, well-equipped, all-weather camp kitchen and our saltwater swimming pool. We even have a chook house where kids can collect the eggs and learn about where their food comes from.”

http://www.big4.com.au/caravan-parks/nsw/northern-rivers/byron-holiday-park

The conveniently located BIG4 Albury Tourist Park is the closest tourist park to Albury’s CBD, situated near a major shopping centre and with a variety of food outlets all within easy walking distance. Park amenities include a pool, BBQ area, a range of cabin types and powered caravan sites.

Manager Craig Richardson explains how much there is to do within a short distance around Albury, which is situated on the NSW side of the magnificent Murray River.

“We have beautiful parklands hugging the riverbanks, which make great places for picnics, swimming and canoeing, as well as cycling trails along the banks,” says Mr. Richardson.

“Albury is known for its ability to host major sporting, social and national events and renowned for its magnificent heritage buildings and some of the best regional art galleries in the region.”

BIG4 Albury Tourist Park will be live and available for booking on BIG4.com.au by the end of June. In the interim, bookings can be made by contacting them on 1800 624 520.

Joining BIG4 in early May, BIG4 Mackay Blacks Beach Holiday Park is perfectly positioned on absolute beachfront, overlooking the southern islands of the Whitsundays. With new villa-style one and two-bedroom accommodation as well as 87 caravan sites across the park’s five beachfront acres, the park offers a range of options according to hosts Michelle and John Young.

“Set on the beachfront, we’re overlooking one of the most picturesque beaches in the region,” says John.

“We’re a little oasis, with just the right balance of shady surrounds at the park and sun at the beach. Our guests love to try beach fishing, taking a stroll on the untouched sands of Black Beach, or generally relaxing and unwinding.”

The park’s modern facilities include a splash pad water play area and full in-ground swimming pool as well as a new amenities block.

BIG4 Mackay Blacks Beach Holiday Park will be live and available for booking on BIG4.com.au later in May. In the interim, bookings can be made by contacting them on 07 4954 9334.

https://www.big4.com.au/caravan-parks/qld/mackay/mackay-blacks-beach-holiday-park

Due to open in August 2016, the spectacular Rivershore Resort will be south-east Queensland’s newest BIG4, featuring 70 spacious camping/caravan sites and 15 luxury safari tents and a fully licensed restaurant and bar. According to co-owner, Bernie McGovern, Rivershore Resort is the first new caravanning resort in south-east Queensland since the late 1970s and offers glamping, camping and caravanning options. “We are pleased to offer modern facilities without skimping on style to all our guests with our jewel being an amazing resort-style pool; inclusive with lap lane and two water slides. Our prime location on the Maroochy River front and abundance of leisure activities will ensure we appeal to holidaymakers Australia wide,” says Bernie. “Importantly, we’re ensuring the sense of space with our extra-large, spacious, all-grass sites so you are not camping a few feet from your neighbour." http://www.big4.com.au/caravan-parks/qld/sunshine-coast/rivershore-resort

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About BIG4 Holiday Parks

BIG4 Holiday Parks is Australia’s leading holiday park group. Dedicated to the spirit of the

true blue Aussie holiday, they have been celebrating the great outdoors for more than three

decades. Comprising 180 holiday parks across Australia, the franchise group provides a

range of high-quality accommodation options from powered ensuite sites for caravan and

motorhomes to luxury cabins. With a consistently high standard across all its parks, BIG4

has set the standard of holiday park experiences and is the recognised industry leader. BIG4

Holiday Parks’ Loyalty Club has more than 170,000 members who enjoy discounts on

accommodation bookings as well as ongoing benefits and discounts with BIG4 Holiday

Park’s partner organisations, providing access a whole host of other holiday benefits. BIG4

Holiday Parks has also established strong relationships with other leading global holiday

park brands including reciprocal membership benefits with TOP 10 Holiday Parks in New

Zealand. For more information on BIG4 Holiday Parks visit www.BIG4.com.au.

BIG4 Albury Tourist Park

BIG4 Mackay Blacks Beach Holiday Park

Byron Holiday Park

Rivershore Resort, King Safari