2025 Award Recipients
The Mackay Isaac region sparkled with pride on Friday 31st October 2025 as the 2025 Mackay Isaac Tourism Awards Gala Dinner unfolded in spectacular fashion at the Mackay Entertainment and Convention Centre.
Held under a glamorous masquerade theme, the evening brought together operators, volunteers, stakeholders and industry leaders to recognise the passion and pride of the local operators and volunteers who support our visitor economy.
2025 Mackay Isaac Tourism Award Recipients include:
Festivals and Events
- St Lawrence Wetlands Weekend, Isaac Regional Council – Gold
- Wombat Festival, Clermont Artslink – Silver
Ecotourism
- Mt Jukes Eco Retreat – Gold
- Nautical By Nature Mackay – Silver
Tourism Retail, Hire and Services
- Mt Pleasant Centre – Gold
Business Event Venues
- Mackay Entertainment and Convention Centre – Gold
Tour & Transport Operators
- Oh Deere Farm Stay – Gold
- Mackay Adventure Tours and Transfers – Silver
- Mingle Events Co. – Bronze
- Bush Heli-Service – Highly Commended
- Off Camber Mountain Biking - Highly Commended
Adventure Tourism
- Nautical By Nature – Gold
- Wake House Australia – Silver
Tourism Restaurants and Catering Services
- Shamrock Hotel Mackay – Gold
Unique Accommodation
- Oh Deere Farm Stay - Gold
- Mackay Adventure Lodge – Silver
Self-Contained Accommodation
- Comfort Resort Blue Pacific – Gold
4 or 4.5 Star Accommodation
- Quest Mackay on Gordon – Gold
- Rydges Mackay Suites – Silver
New Tourism Business
- Nautical By Nature Mackay – Gold
Outstanding Contribution by a Volunteer or Volunteer Group
- Friends of the Mackay Entertainment and Convention Centre - Gold
People’s Choice
- Accommodation: Oh Deere Farm Stay
- Experience or Service: Nautical By Nature