Victoria Triumphs at the 2025 Qantas Australian Tourism Awards with 16 National Honours

Shrine of Remembrance Melbourne

Victoria has once again proven why it remains one of Australia’s most compelling travel destinations, securing an impressive 16 awards at the prestigious Qantas Australian Tourism Awards held in Fremantle. The strong performance included six coveted Gold Awards, recognising the state’s exceptional tourism experiences, accommodation, attractions, and business event venues.

The awards highlight Victoria’s diverse tourism offering — from luxury rural retreats and iconic cultural landmarks to adventure experiences and world-class convention facilities. For travellers seeking unforgettable Australian experiences, Victoria continues to set the benchmark for quality, innovation and hospitality.

Victoria’s Tourism Industry Celebrated on the National Stage

The annual Qantas Australian Tourism Awards recognise the very best tourism operators from across Australia. In 2025, Victoria emerged as one of the standout performers, reflecting the state’s strong tourism sector and its continued appeal to both domestic and international travellers.

The six Gold Award winners demonstrate the diversity of Victoria’s tourism landscape — blending cultural heritage, luxury accommodation, adventure travel and major event infrastructure.

Among the most celebrated winners was Go Adventure Nagambie, which achieved the rare feat of taking home two Gold Awards. The operator was recognised in both the Adventure Tourism category and Tourism Retail, Hire & Services category, cementing its reputation as one of regional Victoria’s leading outdoor experience providers.

Gold Award Winners Showcase Victoria’s Best Experiences

Go Adventure Nagambie

Victoria’s Gold Award winners represent some of the most unique and memorable visitor experiences in Australia.

The iconic Shrine of Remembrance received the Gold Award for Cultural Tourism, recognising its powerful storytelling and immersive visitor experiences that honour Australia’s military history while offering panoramic views across Melbourne.

Melbourne’s world-class business events infrastructure was also recognised, with the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre taking out Gold in the Business Event Venues category. The venue continues to attract major international conferences, exhibitions and conventions, reinforcing Melbourne’s position as a leading global events destination.

Regional Victoria also shone brightly. Nook on the Hill received Gold for Self-Contained Accommodation, offering visitors boutique country luxury set among the scenic landscapes of Victoria’s High Country.

Luxury rural retreat Mount William Station secured Gold in the 5 Star Luxury Accommodation category, showcasing the appeal of immersive farm-stay experiences combined with refined hospitality.

Silver and Bronze Winners Highlight Victoria’s Tourism Diversity

Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre

Beyond the Gold winners, ten additional Victorian tourism operators achieved Silver and Bronze Awards, further demonstrating the breadth of high-quality experiences available throughout the state.

Silver Award recipients included adventure operators, wineries, unique dining experiences and boutique accommodation providers, reflecting Victoria’s strength in food tourism, nature-based experiences and regional hospitality.

Standout Silver Award winners included Wild Adventures Melbourne for Ecotourism, the innovative dining experience aboard The Q Train for Tourism Restaurants and Catering Services, and Harman Wines for Tourism Wineries, Distilleries and Breweries.

Bronze Awards were also awarded to major tourism icons including the legendary Melbourne Cricket Ground in the Major Tourist Attractions category, one of the most visited sporting venues in the Southern Hemisphere.

Complete List of Victorian Winners at the 2025 Australian Tourism Awards

Gold

• Shrine of Remembrance Melbourne – Cultural Tourism
• Go Adventure Nagambie – Tourism Retail, Hire & Services
• Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre – Business Event Venues
• Go Adventure Nagambie – Adventure Tourism
• Nook On The Hill – Self-Contained Accommodation
• Mount William Station – 5 Star Luxury Accommodation

Silver

• Wild Adventures Melbourne – Ecotourism
• Only in the City by City of Melbourne – Tourism Marketing & Campaigns
• The Q Train – Tourism Restaurants & Catering Services
• Harman Wines – Tourism Wineries, Distilleries & Breweries
• Kangaroo Ridge Retreat – Hosted Accommodation
• All Seasons Houseboats – Unique Accommodation
• Sovereign Park Motor Inn – 4 – 4.5 Star Deluxe Accommodatio
• Cherry Hill Orchards – Excellence in Food Tourism

Bronze

• Melbourne Cricket Ground – Major Tourist Attractions
• The Y – Camp Manyung – 3 – 3.5 Star Accommodation

Why Victoria Continues to Lead Australian Tourism

Nook On The Hill

Victoria’s success at the 2025 national tourism awards highlights the state’s commitment to delivering world-class visitor experiences. From vibrant city attractions in Melbourne to the natural beauty of regional Victoria, travellers can explore award-winning accommodation, culinary experiences, heritage sites and adventure tourism all within a relatively compact destination.

For visitors planning an Australian getaway, Victoria offers an exceptional combination of culture, cuisine, nature and luxury travel experiences — now officially recognised among the best in the country.

For more information about Victoria’s tourism experiences visit
https://www.visitvictoria.com

For more information about the Australian Tourism Awards visit
https://www.australiantourismawards.com.au

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