TOOGOOLAWAH has won the Bronze Top Tiny Tourism Town Award at this year’s Queensland Tourism Industry Council’s 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.

The announcement was made at an awards ceremony held on Friday, 7 June at the RNA Showgrounds in Brisbane.

Somerset Regional Council Mayor Jason Wendt was pleased to accept the award.  

“Toogoolawah is a prime example of the unique character and charm reminiscent of all of our Somerset country towns”, Cr Wendt said.

“Toogoolawah is home to the award winning, The Condensery, Somerset Regional Art Gallery, country pubs and cafes, unique accommodation, a history museum and the iconic Toogoolawah Pictures,” Cr Wendt said.

“With a range of unique visitor experiences on offer and ideally located right on the doorstep of Australia’s longest recreational rail trail, the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail, it’s no wonder Toogoolawah is now an award-winning tourism town.”

Mayor Wendt, who is also Chair of Somerset’s Economic Development and Tourism Advisory Committee, thanked Somerset business owners for their contributions to enhancing the visitor experience.

“This award is testament to the wonderful work of the Toogoolawah business owners who work tirelessly to produce high-quality experiences and exceptional services to our visitors,” he said.