Brolga Awards
2025 Qantas Australian Tourism Awards
First established by the Federal Government in 1985, the Australian Tourism Awards are now owned and managed by the Australian Tourism Industry Council, on behalf of the tourism industry.
The winners of the 26 national business categories at the Brolga Awards are automatically entered into the Australian Tourism Awards. Winners from these finalists are announced at the Australian Tourism Awards ceremony in front of an audience of industry leaders and peers.
Top honours are the induction into the esteemed Hall of Fame to an entrant who has won the same category for three consecutive years.
For both the industry and the consumer an Australian Tourism Award is recognised as a mark of excellence in Australian tourism.
The 2025 Qantas Australian Tourism Award winners were announced on 6 March 2026 in Fremantle and the Northern Territory was recognised with the following:
Hall of Fame
Tourist Attractions – Katherine Outback Experience
Winning gold for the third consecutive year, Katherine Outback Experience is a national award-winning tourist attraction founded by multiple Golden Guitar winner Tom Curtain. Katherine Outback Experience celebrates life on the land through real horse-training, working dog demonstrations, and heartfelt stories. The show is authentic, educational, and entertaining, offering a rare glimpse into the daily challenges and triumphs of outback life. More than a show, it’s an inspiring connection to country, culture, and the spirit of the outback.
Gold
3 - 3.5 Star Accommodation - Safari Lodge Motel
Safari Lodge Motel is a 3.5-star accommodation provider located in Tennant Creek and proudly 100% Aboriginal-owned and operated by the Manungurra Aboriginal Corporation. The motel reinvests all profits into programs that support housing, education, and employment in the Barkly region. With eighteen fully renovated rooms, including executive, family, and accessible options, Safari Lodge Motel offers modern comfort, secure parking, and genuine hospitality. Catering to business and leisure travellers, the motel is known for its friendly service, clean and secure facilities, and deep commitment to community and sustainability.
Tourism Marketing & Campaigns - Tourism Central Australia ‘Stories from the Heart’ campaign
Tourism Central Australia is the Regional Tourism Organisation representing the Red Centre, encompassing Alice Springs, Uluru, Kings Canyon, the Barkly Region and the vast desert landscapes of Central Australia. Their ‘Stories from the Heart’ campaign celebrated authentic stories that captured the emotional connection people have with the region - from unforgettable travel moments to deep ties to Country and community. Delivered across digital and in-person channels, it fostered local pride, encouraged visitor advocacy, and positioned the region as rich in character and meaning.
Silver
Visitor Information Services - Top End Visitor Information Centre
The Top End Visitor Information Centre is the premier gateway to exploring Australia’s Top End. Located in the heart of Darwin, the Centre provides visitors with expert advice, tailored itineraries, and bookings for a wide range of tours, accommodation, and experiences across the region. Dedicated to promoting sustainable tourism, the Centre partners with local operators to showcase the rich cultural heritage, stunning landscapes, and unique wildlife of the Northern Territory.
Bronze
Business Event Venues - Darwin Convention Centre
Darwin Convention Centre is a world-class business events venue and the centrepiece of the Darwin Waterfront Precinct. Managed by leading venue management specialists, Legends Global, Darwin Convention Centre with 23,000 sqm of space hosts hundreds of business events every year and offers delegates space to think, opportunities to learn and time to network. The Centre and its team of professionals have built a reputation for delivering outstanding events, first-class food and excellent customer service.
Visit the Australian Tourism Awards website to view all the winners.