The Outback Queensland Tourism Awards, 2016
The 2016 Outback Queensland Tourism Awards were held in the Barcoo Shire on the 6th of November.
Major Tourist Attraction: The Australian Age of Dinosaurs
Tourism Attraction Award: Cobbold Gorge Tours
Festivals & Events: Mount Isa Rodeo
Cultural Tourism: Kinnon & Co
Visitor Information & Services: Outback At Isa
Tour & Transport Operators: Outback Aussie Tours
Destination Marketing Award: Mount Isa Entertainment & Tourism Venues
Caravan & Holiday Parks: Lakeview Caravan Park Richmond
Standard Accommodation: Kinnon & Co (Outback Pioneers)
Hosted Accommodation: Cobbold Village
Best Outback Pub: Goldfields Hotel, Forsayth
Outstanding Contribution / Volunteer Group: Roma Saleyards Tour Leaders
Young Achievers Award: Kristine Adcock
Local Government Award: Diamantina Shire Council
Outback Mates Award: Stewart Benson
Hall of Fame Awards
Hosted Accommodation: Adels Grove
Restaurant and Catering Services: McGinness Restaurant (Qantas Founders Museum)
Festivals & Events: The Birdsville Races
Vince Evert Award : Robert Chandler
Life Time Achievement Award: Tony Edwards
Many pictures were taken, speeches were made and congratulations passed out as every happy award winners approached the stage to share their accomplishments with the audience.
