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Winners Announced in 2023 Perth Airport WA Tourism Awards

11 November 2023

The winners and medallists of the prestigious Perth Airport WA Tourism Awards were announced tonight at a gala dinner at Crown Perth.

The tourism industry’s premier awards night showcased the innovation and dedication to business excellence of the State’s leading tourism operators across 27 categories.

“The Perth Airport WA Tourism Awards are the most prestigious awards in the tourism industry, with a history of more than 50 years celebrating and recognising business excellence and improving tourism business’ operations,” Tourism Council WA CEO Evan Hall said.

“All participants in the 2023 Perth Airport WA Tourism Awards demonstrated a profound commitment to making WA a diverse and welcoming tourism destination for guests. Tonight’s winners have gone up against exceptional competition from tourism operators and can proudly state they are the best of the best,” he said.

The tourism industry’s ultimate prize, the Sir David Brand Award for Tourism, was presented to Ngurrangga Tours for their commitment to delivering authentic tourism experiences as well as developing the industry, business and individuals in the Pilbara region. All gold medal-winning businesses were judged for the opportunity to receive this prestigious accolade.

The highest individual honour in the WA tourism industry, the Sir David Brand Medal for Tourism, was awarded to Peter Prendiville in recognition of his contribution to the industry as an investor, developer and operator of well-known brands such as Sandalford Wines and Samphire Rottnest.

The Awards were made possible by the continual support of several sponsors, particularly Principal Sponsor Perth Airport.

“With international and interstate passenger numbers rebounding strongly over the past 12 months, it’s great to see our tourism operators embracing the demand and continuing to offer outstanding experiences to visitors,” Perth Airport Acting CEO Kate Holsgrove said.

“WA is such a unique part of the world, and these prestigious awards recognise the dedication and excellence of our tourism operators and celebrates their achievements.

“I’d like to congratulate all of the winners and also thank Evan and the team at Tourism Council WA who continue to work tirelessly to advocate for the industry.”

The gold medallists in categories 1 to 26 will go on to represent Western Australia at the Australian Tourism Awards. The Western Australia Tourism Awards are presented by Tourism Council Western Australia.

Click here to see the full list of winners and medallists in the 2023 Perth Airport WA Tourism Awards.  

Media Contact: Elena Morabito, Communications Officer – [email protected] / 0434 712 230

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WA's best tourism operators shine at 2023 Perth Airport WA Tourism Awards

• Ngurrangga Tours received highest accolade in WA tourism
• Multiple organisations awarded with Hall of Fame for winning three consecutive years
• Winners in selected categories to represent Western Australia at the national tourism awards

Ngurrangga Tours was recognised most outstanding tourism operator last night receiving the Sir David Brand Award for Tourism, at the 2023 Perth Airport WA Tourism Awards. The fully Aboriginal-owned tour operator delivers cultural tourism experiences within the Pilbara region.

Willie Creek Pearls, Live Ningaloo, CORE Cider House, Tree Chalets, and City of Fremantle were awarded Hall of Fame - for winning the gold medal in their categories three years in a row.

The new category recognising operators for excellence in accessible tourism was awarded to Off The Beaten Track WA.

The Perth Airport WA Tourism Awards recognise tourism operators across 27 categories for their commitment to excellence, providing them with an opportunity to raise their profile among the industry and visitors.

The gold medallists in selected categories will go on to represent WA at the 2023 Australian Tourism Awards.

For the full list of winners and more information visit tourismcouncilwa.com.au

Comments attributed to Tourism Minister Rita Saffioti:

"On behalf of the Western Australian Government, I sincerely congratulate all the winners and finalists at the 2023 Perth Airport WA Tourism Awards.

"This event reflects the excellence of Western Australian tourism operators, and celebrates our friendly, world-class Western Australian hospitality.

"WA is a unique tourism destination, offering visitors incredible landscapes and world-class experiences and activities, however, it is the people behind the experiences that help the industry continue to thrive and elevate our State as an aspirational destination to visit."

Hon. Rita Saffioti

Acknowledgement of country.

The Government of Western Australia acknowledges the traditional custodians throughout Western Australia and their continuing connection to the land, waters and community. We pay our respects to all members of the Aboriginal communities and their cultures; and to Elders both past and present.

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WA Museum Boola Bardip wins gold at the 2023 Perth Airport Tourism Awards

News | Created 14 Nov 2023

We are so proud to announce that the WA Museum Boola Bardip has won the gold awards for both Major Tourist Attraction and Cultural Tourism at the Perth Airport  WA Tourism Awards over the weekend.  The Awards recognise businesses, individuals, and destinations, for their commitment to excellence in the WA Tourism sector.

Congratulations to all our team members for their extraordinary hard work, dedication, and superb customer care.  We are proud to be the tourism gateway to Western Australia’s many stories, and the home of WA's history.

Boola Bardip, means ‘many stories’ in local Nyoongar language. Our museum offers visitors a dynamic and contemporary experience, shaped by a 'people first' approach and expressed through the authentic voices of Western Australians sharing their stories.

In 2022-23, we were proud to welcome over 455,000 visitors, of which more than 185,00 came from interstate or overseas. Over 1.5 million people have visited since the Museum’s opening in November 2020.

We want to express our gratitude to the Tourism Council WA, Perth Airport, and the esteemed Awards judges for this recognition of our continued commitment to excellence and innovation.

Congratulations also to all fellow award finalists and victors who have played a pivotal role in enhancing our state's flourishing tourism industry!