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| Broken Hill Mundi Mundi Bash |
The Events category finalists represent destinations across NSW, from the outback and regional centres to Sydney, the North Coast and Southern NSW. Together, they demonstrate how events attract visitors, create memorable experiences and contribute to local economies.
Outback Events Take Centre Stage
The Broken Hill Mundi Mundi Bash is among the finalists, representing the Country and Outback region. Set against the spectacular landscapes surrounding Broken Hill, the event has become a major attraction for visitors seeking a combination of live music, camping and outback adventure.
Its finalist position highlights the growing importance of regional events in encouraging travellers to discover destinations well beyond NSW's major cities.
North Coast Celebrates Music, Food and Community
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| Casino Truck Show |
These events demonstrate the variety of experiences available across the region, encompassing music, food, entertainment, motoring and community celebrations.
Eat the Street in Lismore brings food and entertainment together in a vibrant city event, while Groovin the Moo Lismore adds a major music experience to the region's event calendar.
Casino Truck Show celebrates the trucking industry and attracts enthusiasts and visitors to Casino, while Tidal Sounds Music Festival provides another opportunity for travellers to combine live music with a North Coast getaway.
Regional Festivals Attract Visitors
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| Deni Ute Muster |
The annual event brings together ute enthusiasts, country music fans and visitors for a major celebration in Deniliquin, demonstrating the ability of distinctive regional events to attract audiences from across Australia.
Central NSW is represented by Mid-Western Regional Council - Flavours of Mudgee. The event celebrates the food, wine and produce of the Mudgee region while providing visitors with another reason to explore the area's tourism experiences.
Sydney and Newcastle Events
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| Luna Park Sydney Harbour Party |
Further north, Newcastle Pride Festival 2025 is a finalist representing Sydney Surrounds North. The festival brings visitors to Newcastle for a celebration featuring entertainment, community activities and events throughout the city.
Sea Otter Australia Adds Adventure
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| Sea Otter Australia |
Its inclusion demonstrates the breadth of the NSW events sector, where sporting and adventure events complement festivals, food celebrations, music and cultural experiences.
2026 NSW Tourism Awards Events Finalists
The finalists in the Events category are:
- Broken Hill Mundi Mundi Bash — Country and Outback
- Casino Truck Show — North Coast
- Deni Ute Muster 2025 — Riverina / Murray
- Groovin the Moo Lismore — North Coast
- Lismore City Council - Eat the Street — North Coast
- Luna Park Sydney Harbour Party 2025/2026 — Sydney
- Mid-Western Regional Council - Flavours of Mudgee — Central NSW
- Newcastle Pride Festival 2025 — Sydney Surrounds North
- Sea Otter Australia — Southern NSW
- The Hoey Moey, Park Beach Hotel Motel, Tidal Sounds Music Festival — North Coast
The 2026 NSW Tourism Awards recognise tourism excellence across the state, with finalists assessed on the quality, capability and contribution of their tourism businesses and experiences. The Awards will be held at ICC Sydney on Monday 9 November 2026.
NSW Tourism Association
Website: https://www.nswtourism.com.au/Email: info@nswtourism.com.au
Address: Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Destination NSW
Website: https://www.destinationnsw.com.au/Address: Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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