Australia's Top Tourism Town Awards 2025
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Australia's Top Tourism Town 2025 will be announced 3rd September at Parliament House, Canberra.

The Top Tourism Town Awards are a celebration of the heart and soul of Australia. While cities often take the spotlight, it’s the smaller regions that offer travellers a true taste of Australia’s warmth, character, and charm.

The Towns are judged within categories based on population, alongside their attractions, amenities, accommodation and the ability to welcome and host visitors with ease and heart. Every community has a story to tell, whether it be a mountain town, beach escape, desert hideaway or vineyard haven.

And because great tourism experiences are powered by passionate people, we also honour the individuals who bring stories to life. Our Top Tour Guide category recognises the most engaging and inspiring guides across the nation.

We want you to help us celebrate all corners of the country!

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Australia's Top Tourism Town Awards

To be eligible for the National Awards held at Parliament House in September, towns must first win Gold in their category at the state or territory level.

Judging combines analysis of customer online reviews, public votes, with submissions being judged by a panel of industry experts to ensure a fair and meaningful selection.

Entries for 2025 have now closed. Dependant on your state, entries will open January 2026 onwards.

To enter, you must be:
  1. An Accredited visitor centre
  2. Local council
How to Enter:
  1. Enter your state/territory Top Tourism Town Awards (choose below)
  2. They will assess your eligibility and grant you admittance to the awards
  3. Read all selection criteria carefully and enter a top submission!
  4. Win Gold in your category
  5. Your entry will automatically be entered into the national awards where a national judging panel will choose the winners
ACT
Canberra Region Tourism Awards
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NSW
NSW Tourism Awards
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NT
Northern Territory Tourism Awards
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QLD
Queensland Tourism Awards
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SA
South Australian Tourism Awards
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TAS
Tasmanian Tourism Awards
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VIC
Victorian Tourism Awards
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WA
Western Australian Tourism Awards
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