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The North Queensland Tourism and Events Awards recognises the outstanding achievements of the region's tourism industry, including individuals, businesses (industry operators) and events. 


The Awards are a nomination and public vote program and provide the opportunity to publicly acknowledge and showcase North Queensland's finest tourism operators. The Awards cover 14 categories ranging from attractions, events, tours, accommodation, restaurants and more. Nominations incur a cost which includes a ticket to the Awards Gala Event later this year.


Key dates:

  • Nominations open: 27 August
  • Nominations close: 20 September
  • Public voting opens: 1 October
  • Public voting closes: 25 October
  • Gala event: 22 November


Categories

The Townsville North Queensland tourism industry is as diverse as the region it represents, and as an emerging destination, the Award category list continues to evolve and grow to aptly reflect those offering unique and memorable experiences to curious explorers from across Australia and the world.

People's Choice Award Categories


This category of awards aims to recognise excellence across a range of business sectors within the Townsville North Queensland tourism industry. This category will be judged by a select criteria, but also be taken to a public vote.


  • People's Choice Award - Accommodation: Hotel
  • People's Choice Award - Accommodation: Motel
  • People's Choice Award - Accommodation: Caravan and Holiday Parks
  • People's Choice Award - Restaurants
  • People's Choice Award - Cafes and Casual Dining
  • People's Choice Award -Bars, Breweries and Distillers
  • People's Choice Award - Tours, Attractions and Experiences
  • People's Choice Award - New Tourism Business or Experience
  • People's Choice Award - Festivals and Events: Major
  • People's Choice Award - Festivals and Events: Destination
  • People's Choice Award - Business and Conferencing Venue
  • People's Choice Award - Transport and Hire Services 


Individual Award Categories

This award category aims to recognise exceptional contributions to the Townsville North Queensland tourism industry by an individual. Nominations in this category will be reviewed by a select industry panel, and judged according to the information and evidence provided at the time of nomination.


  • Richard Power Award for Outstanding Contribution by an Individual 
  • Young Achiever Award
  • Outstanding Contribution by a Volunteer 


Excellence Award Categories

New in 2023, these award categories aim to recognise excellence across key societal enablers which contribute to the Townsville North Queensland tourism industry. Nominations in this category will be reviewed by a select industry panel, and judged according to the information and evidence provided at the time of nomination.


  • Excellence in Sustainability
  • Excellence in Accessible Tourism