Townsville and Ingham named a finalist in the 2023 Queensland Top Tourism Town Awards

Townsville and Ingham have been named finalists in the 2023 Queensland Top Tourism Town Awards. 

Presented by the Queensland Tourism Industry Council (QTIC), the annual awards recognise outstanding regional destinations and honour communities that demonstrate a commitment to visitor excellence. 

Townsville Enterprise Director of Visitor Economy and Marketing, Lisa Woolfe said both Townsville and Ingham have named finals in the Queensland awards, but it is up to the public to vote and bring the win home for the region. 

“Queensland’s Top Tourism Town Awards are the perfect opportunity for our community to get behind our region, show their support and vote for Townsville and Ingham,” Mrs Woolfe said. 

“Our new destination brand showcases the unexpected experiences our region has to offer visitors. It is fantastic to see both Townsville and Ingham recognised for their experiences and commitment to visitor excellence. 

“Everything that makes Australia unique can be found right here in Townsville North Queensland.”   

Tourism Minister Stirling Hinchliffe said Queenslanders continued to lead the discovery of world-class visitor experiences in our own backyard. 

“This is a wonderful opportunity for Queenslanders to reward their favourite regional Tourism Towns for unforgettable visitor experiences,” Mr Hinchliffe said.  

“From tourism and accommodation operators to cafes, restaurants and the local supermarket, being a Top Tourism Town is all about a united community commitment to excellence.  

“Congratulations to this year’s finalists for working together to make holidaymakers welcome and being responsive to the changing needs of visitors.  

With voting now open and closing 24 May, Queenslanders have two weeks to vote for their favourite holiday gems through the QTIC website at www.qtic.com.au/top-tourism-award/  

Top Tourism Town Award:  

  • Bowen  
  • Bundaberg  
  • Caloundra  
  • Redcliffe  
  • Rockhampton  
  • Tamborine Mountain  
  • Townsville 
 

Top Small Tourism Town Award:  

  • Airlie Beach  
  • Ingham 
     

Top Tiny Tourism Town Award: 

  • Hughenden 
  • Julia Creek  
  • Linville  
  • Quilpie  
  • Richmond  
  • Rubyvale  
  • Toogoolawah