Mackay's biggest tourism winners

From Mackay Tourism

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The annual Mackay Region Tourism Awards are to recognise and promote excellence in tourism across the Mackay and Isaac Regions by supporting improved business planning, development and internal analysis of tourism businesses, as well as celebrate the creativity, professionalism and innovation of the region’s tourism industry.

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The 2016 Tourism Award Winners....

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Tourist Attractions‍

Gold –  Sarina Sugar Shed                                                                             
Silver – Keswick Island
Bronze – Rainforest Scuba

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Festivals and Events‍

Gold – Mackay Airport Beach Horse Racing Festival
Silver – St Lawrence Wetlands Weekend

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Business Event Venues‍

Gold – Mackay Entertainment and Convention Centre

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Tour and Transport Operators‍

Gold -  Megaforce Charters

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Adventure Tourism‍

Gold – Rainforest Scuba
Silver – Megaforce Charters

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Caravan and Holiday Parks‍

Gold – Mackay Blacks Beach Holiday Park

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Excellence in Food Tourism‍

Gold – Sarina Sugar Shed
Silver – The Old Station Teahouse

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Unique Accommodation‍

Gold – The Feathered Nest – Luxury Wildlife Retreat
Silver – Keswick Island Glamping
Bronze – Hay Point Country Bed and Breakfast

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Standard Accommodation‍

Gold – Ibis Mackay
Silver – Potter’s Oceanside Motel
Bronze – Shamrock Hotel

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Deluxe Accommodation‍

Gold – Riviera Mackay
Silver – Quest Mackay on Gordon

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New Tourism Business‍

Gold – Aqua Fun Park Mackay
Silver – Riviera Mackay

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Ecotourism‍

Gold – Rainforest Scuba

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Outstanding Contribution by an Individual‍

Gold – Mick Pope, Mackay Airport Beach Horse Racing Festival
Silver – Joanne Knobel

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Young Achievers Award‍

Gold – Sarah Salleras
Silver – Kirsten Keough

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Outstanding Contribution by a Volunteer of Volunteer Group‍

Gold – Sarina Sugar Shed