There were plenty of winners at the 2025 North Coast Regional Tourism Awards last Friday with the winners including gold for Bluesfest, Crystal Castle and Shambhala Gardens, and the Northern Rivers Rail Trail; silver for Let’s Go Surfing – Byron and Ballina; and bronze for Lismore Lantern Parade and Cape Byron Kayaks to name just a few.
‘The north coast’s best tourism operators were celebrated as the 2025 North Coast Regional Tourism Awards crowned this year’s champions. Co‑presented for the first time by Destination North Coast and the NSW Tourism Association, the awards evening at Elements of Byron honoured 33 finalists across 11 categories.’
‘These accolades showcase the passion, resilience and innovation that underpin the region’s visitor economy,’ said organisers in a press release.
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