Maranoa Regional Council – Shines in Tourism Excellence

The Maranoa Regional Council recently achieved significant recognition, winning the Qld Top Tourism Town Award 2024, and placing 3rd in the National Awards. To raise awareness about this achievement and potential opportunities, Council held an industry networking event.

Highlights

  • Industry networking event: Over 70 attendees gathered at the new Western Queensland Spirit Distillery, including local business owners and representatives from Tourism and Events Queensland (TEQ) and Outback Queensland Tourism Association (OQTA).
  • Expert engagement: Local businesses received valuable feedback from experienced tourism operators, highlighting the unique offerings of the Maranoa region.
  • Positive recognition: Association board members praised local businesses, confirming their competitiveness on a national and international level.

Expanding Maranoa’s community networks of local tourism is helping to strengthen its connections with local businesses and industry leaders and highlight its tourism potential, paving the way for future growth.