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Queenslandâs top tourism towns have been revealed out of a pool of 13 finalists, including two major Central Queensland locations.
And out of 22 small towns in the running, one beloved Central Queensland location made took home the prize.
Queensland Tourism Industry Councilâs Top Tourism Town Awards was held in Brisbane on Thursday, May 20 with a panel of three expert judges and public votes determining the winners.
Renowned for itâs botanical gardens, the spectacular views of Mount Archer, historical architecture and sitting on the mighty Fitzroy River, the Central Queensland hub of Rockhampton made it to the finals.
The Noosa Everglades is just about unmatched in the world for its mirror image beauty. Our submission highlights why Noosa is one of Australia s favourite holiday destinations, where coastal, river and hinterland villages welcome visitors with superb beaches, pristine waterways, outdoor adventure, fresh cuisine and a community passionate about protecting this natural wonderland. It is also exciting to see our neighbours of Eumundi and Rainbow Beach are also finalists in the Small Tourism Towns Awards. Ms Anderson said the QTIC awards aimed to recognise and reward towns that offer amazing visitor experiences, where tourism operators, businesses and the local community work together to make their town the best destination.