Shepparton and Dookie named finalists for Top Tourism Awards

TOURISM EXCELLENCE... Dookie and Shepparton have been successful finalists at the 2024 TAC Victorian Top Tourism Awards. Photo: Supplied

THE winners of the 2024 TAC Victorian Top Tourism Awards have been announced, with Shepparton and Dookie claiming top spots as finalists in the 2024 awards.

The top honours in the ‘Tiny Tourism Town’ category, in which Dookie was nominated, went to Timboon (gold), Arthur’s Seat (silver) and Koondrook (bronze). In the ‘Top Tourism Town’ category, which Shepparton was a nominee, Bendigo scored gold, followed by Warrnambool (silver) and Ballarat (bronze). Both gold winners Timboon and Bendigo will represent Victoria at the Australian Top Tourism Awards.

Greater Shepparton City Council mayor, Cr Shane Sali, congratulated the winning destinations, acknowledging Dookie and Shepparton’s tourism industries and communities for their amazing work in welcoming visitors and promoting their town.

“It was wonderful seeing the community getting excited about the awards, voting, promoting the region with friends and family and connecting with each other,” Cr Sali said.

TOURISM EXCELLENCE… Dookie and Shepparton have been successful finalists at the 2024 TAC Victorian Top Tourism Awards. Photo: Supplied

“These awards are an excellent opportunity to raise the profile of Shepparton and Dookie as tourist destinations, both to the rest of Victoria and to our own community. We know visitors are always surprised by what the region has to offer and are keen to discover more. We invite everyone to look into the itineraries available and come and explore.

“We congratulate the winning towns, and we are sure that they will do a fantastic job representing Victoria at the Australian Top Tourism Awards.”

The TAC Victorian Top Tourism Awards were assessed around a four-day, three-night itinerary for Shepparton and a two-day, one night for Dookie. Encouraging visitors to indulge, connect and explore the vibrant community and picturesque surrounds that Dookie and Shepparton have to offer.

Itineraries for both towns can be found at the Shepparton & Goulburn Valley website, along with an array of other experiences visitors and locals alike can enjoy within our region.