Daylesford was named the best Small Tourism Town for 2024 in the TAC Victorian Top Tourism Town awards.
The Top Tourism Town Awards recognise towns that demonstrate a strong commitment to tourism and to increasing visitation, that offer an excellent visitor experience, and exhibit collaboration with tourism operators, local businesses and the community.
Daylesford’s nomination was put forward by Daylesford Macedon Tourism (DMT) in partnership with Council. The award is judged on a demonstration of commitment to tourism and increasing visitation, excellent visitor experience, and exhibiting collaboration with tourism operators, local businesses and the community.
Acting CEO, Dr Karina Lamb, Mayor, Cr Brian Hood and Bridgette O’Brien receiving the Top Tourism Town Award.
In his acceptance speech the Mayor, Cr Brian Hood, acknowledged the great work undertaken by Steve Wroe and his team at DMT in collaboration with Council’s Economic development team.
“Daylesford is beautiful in all seasons, with visitors travelling great distances to spend time rejuvenating and seeking wellness experiences,” said Cr Hood. “The town’s natural beauty, including Wombat Gardens and the top-quality amenities around the Daylesford Lake, has always drawn people for weddings and celebrations, and to escape from the city.”
“We have a vibrant arts community and events throughout the year. Set amidst heritage buildings and hills and forests, Daylesford will continue to draw people from many walks of life for rest and recreation, be it short-term or for more lengthy stays,” he said.
Daylesford won in the category ‘Top Small Tourism Town’ (population between 1,500 and 5,000). Other nominees in the category included Heathcote, Koroit, Maldon and Sorrento.
The awards were announced at an event in Lancefield earlier this week.
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This article is based on a media release from Hepburn Shire Council.
