A vandalised caravan parked on a Gold Coast suburban street has triggered fierce online debate, with many residents divided over whether caravans and trailers should be allowed to remain parked long-term in residential areas. The owner defended the legally registered caravan, saying it was parked outside their own home and criticised the vandalism after graffiti appeared on the vehicle. The incident has intensified broader concerns across Queensland communities about caravans being stored on suburban streets, with critics describing them as visual “eyesores” and safety hazards. Local councils, including the Gold Coast City Council and Sunshine Coast Council, have been pushing for stronger powers to regulate long-term caravan and trailer parking. Current Queensland laws allow registered caravans under 7.5 metres to remain parked on public streets indefinitely. The Department of Transport and Main Roads is reviewing possible legislative changes that could give councils greater authority over the issue