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Caravan Industry Victoria has announced that the 2021 Melbourne Leisurefest has been cancelled .

After the success of the Victorian Caravan , Camping and Touring Supershow in Melbourne in May , Caravan Industry Victoria had been working to get Melbourne Leisurefest ready after a 2020 absence due to covid-19 .

“ The association has been monitoring the current circumstances , including changes to Victorian state government restrictions , lockdowns , and the Victorian Public Events Framework ,” Caravan Industry Victoria CEO Rob Lucas said .

“ There are yet to be any changes or approvals to the Public Event Framework , which in late May saw the Victorian government pause any approval for events . There have been no announcements from the Victorian government since .

“ The association ’ s governing council considered all options to ensure the event went ahead on 7 to 10 October 2021 . For the association to operate Melbourne Leisurefest to the highest standard , a clear six-week period is required before the event commences to be able to logistically operate it . Unfortunately , it is obvious in the current circumstances Melbourne Leisurefest could not go ahead .

“ After careful and considered discussion , the governing council decided unanimously that the 2021 Melbourne Leisurefest had to be cancelled due to the current covid-19 restrictions and directions of the Victorian government .

“ It is disappointing to be in this position again , for the industry , the association members , and staff . Melbourne Leisurefest would have been another amazing show at Sandown Racecourse after the success of the Supershow . It is important to put the health and safety of our customers , exhibitors , and staff first , and ensure we follow the direction of the government during this time .”

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