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Victoria ’ s popular regional RV show , Bendigo Leisurefest , has been cancelled as part of the state ’ s ongoing efforts to combat covid-19 .

Victorian Caravan Industry Association CEO , Rob Lucas , announced the decision to cancel this year ’ s Bendigo Leisurefest , which was scheduled to take place in November , on October 16 .

“ The association ’ s last council meeting held on 16 September 2020 discussed the matter of conducting the Bendigo Leisurefest in 2020 ,” he said .

“ With the Premier ' s Roadmap to Recovery as a guide , the extended period for current restrictions , the extension of the State of Emergency , and the association ’ s Participation Victorian Stage Government Round Table meetings providing no further information , the association ’ s board had no other option than to cancel Bendigo Leisurefest for 2020 .

“ Rest assured we are and will continue to lobby the Victorian government to ease restrictions for outdoor caravan and camping shows , allowing us to operate in a covid-19- safe manner .

“ With limited and restricted international travel for consumers , members and exhibitors alike are seeing strong sales and enquiries , which is fantastic . The challenge now for the industry is keeping up with enquiries and meeting demand due to the restrictions and requirements for business to operate ; even with covid-safe plans , there are significant challenges to get business back to full capacity .”

“ We know this is disappointing ; however , we must comply with the current Victorian government restrictions .

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