Media Release – Guy Barnett, Attorney-General, 7 February 2026
Win for Beauty Point Tourist Park Residents
The Tasmanian Government confirms that an agreement has been reached between all parties for the withdrawal of the appeal against an earlier decision of the Supreme Court in Lowe v Beauty Point (Tas) Pty Ltd and Beauty Point Trading Pty Ltd [2025].
The withdrawal of the appeal will ensure that the Court’s earlier decision stands, preventing action being taken against Beauty Point Tourist Park resident, Mr Lowe.
Attorney-General, Guy Barnett, welcomed the agreement.
“Last year, I intervened in this matter on the basis that the interpretation of laws of the State and the Commonwealth were in question,” the Attorney said.
“My submissions to the Court included notification of the imminent introduction of the Residential Parks Bill 2026 which will confirm a range of rights and obligations for park owners and protections for long-term residents.
“We welcome this agreement and continue to support the rights of long-term residents in parks around the State.
“I also warmly welcome the positive responses and constructive feedback received on the draft Residential Parks Bill 2026, and I look forward to working across the Parliament to progress this essential legislation.”
Liberal member for Rosevears, Jo Palmer, said our Liberal Government is delivering for Tasmanians, supporting them with compassion and common-sense.
“Ensuring long-term residents of caravan parks have strong protections is such an important issue for our community,” Minister Palmer said.
“The quiet work behind the scenes often has the most meaningful impact, and I am so pleased to see a positive outcome here.
“I want to thank everyone that has played a part in making that happen.
“We’ve been working hard to deliver legislation that gets the balance right, providing much-needed protections for residents while also ensuring our operators can continue to provide the parks and services that so many Tasmanians and visitors across the State enjoy.”
The Residential Parks Bill 2026 will be introduced in March when Parliament resumes.
