Western Australia’s tourism sector just had its best year on record.

Over one million international visitors. Record caravan park revenue nationally, crossing $3.3 billion for the first time. The WA Dream Pass driving more travellers into regional parks than ever before.

And yet, many caravan park owners across WA are still generating the same revenue per site they were five years ago.

The gap between what’s possible and what’s being captured is significant. For park owners willing to look at it clearly, it represents one of the most compelling business opportunities in WA right now.

Here’s what the data is telling us — and what it means for your park.

WA Tourism Is at an Inflection Point

The 2026 Caravan and Camping State of Industry Report confirmed what many operators have already been experiencing on the ground: domestic tourism demand remains strong, international visitors are returning at record pace, and caravan parks are benefiting from both.

The WA Government’s Dream Pass — offering 50% discounts on national park entry and deals with more than 70 tourism operators — is actively channelling visitors into regional Western Australia.

Parks offering premium accommodation are increasingly capturing the high-yield end of this growing demand.

The opportunity isn’t in the powered sites alone.

It’s in what sits alongside them.

The Accommodation Gap — And Why Modular Closes It

Travellers in 2026 want more than a place to park.

They want comfort, privacy, climate control, and a proper bed — while still enjoying an authentic connection to the landscape.

Premium cabin accommodation delivers exactly that.

And today, the fastest and lowest-disruption way to add cabin accommodation to an existing WA caravan park is through modular construction.

This is no longer a fringe concept.

The 2026 Federal Budget committed support to Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) across Australia, and Western Australia was among the first states to commit.

CEDA’s 2026 report identified modular construction as a critical solution to Australia’s accommodation and housing shortage.

Meanwhile, Perth has emerged as Australia’s fastest-growing modular construction market, forecast to expand at 8.46% CAGR through 2031.

The government is backing it.

The industry is growing.

And the visitor demand already exists.

What This Looks Like for a WA Park Owner

MLSP partners with caravan and holiday park owners across Western Australia to introduce modular cabin accommodation with minimal disruption to existing operations.

No 12-month builds.

No site chaos.

No large upfront capital burden.

Instead, MLSP provides the cabin delivery and installation expertise, alongside an optional co-investment model where external investors contribute up to 30% of each cabin investment.

The result is a premium accommodation offering that:

• Generates higher revenue per site

• Attracts a broader guest demographic

• Improves yield per square metre

• Differentiates your park from competitors relying solely on powered sites

The 2027 Tax Change That Makes This Even More Compelling

For park owners and investors alike, there is another important shift taking place.

From 1 July 2027, negative gearing in Australia will be limited to new builds only.

Investors purchasing established residential properties after 12 May 2026 will no longer be able to offset losses against their taxable income.

New builds, including modular cabins, remain eligible.

Combined with WA’s expanded 75% land tax exemption for eligible build-to-rent developments, the environment for new modular construction has become increasingly favourable.

For investors seeking income-producing assets with tax advantages, this creates a meaningful opportunity.

The Window Is Open — But It Won’t Be Forever

Record tourism.

Government-backed modular construction.

Supportive tax settings.

A growing investor appetite for income-producing new builds.

All of these forces are converging in Western Australia right now.

MLSP exists to help WA caravan and holiday park owners capitalise on this opportunity before the market catches up.

If you’ve been considering upgrading your accommodation offering, now is the time to start the conversation.

Book a free discovery call at mlsp.au

Email: info@mlsp.au

MLSP — WA Modular Development Platform

Helping caravan and holiday park owners unlock new revenue through premium modular accommodation.