15/09/2026
We did it!!!! Our little region just won the big one!! We’ve just been awarded AUSTRALIA’s best tourist town! 🏆
We’re so proud to be part of a region that punches big and delivers world class guest experiences and memories.
In the last 12 months alone just our park has clocked up over 18,800+ guest nights here and no doubt this number will just keep growing.
(Not bad from 0 tourists only 2.5 years ago!)
Add to that the incredible and special variety of experiences, B&Bs and uniquely w**e country memories across our region.
That’s a lot of new visitors to our region, and we’re very proud to be part of bringing a whole heap of new people into local businesses and experiences to enjoy the stunning Stanthorpe and Granite Belt region!
Southern Downs and Granite Belt Councillor Russell Wantling - Southern Downs Regional Council **ecountry
🏆 STANTHORPE IS AUSTRALIA’S TOP TOURISM TOWN!
What an incredible result for Stanthorpe, the Granite Belt and our entire Southern Downs region.
Stanthorpe has today been named Australia’s Top Tourism Town for 2026 — taking out the national title after already being crowned Queensland’s best earlier this year.
This belongs to the tourism operators, accommodation providers, w**eries, growers, cafes, restaurants, retailers, event organisers and locals who make visitors feel welcome every single day.
We know how special this part of the world is. Now Australia knows it too.
And importantly, tourism means jobs, investment and money being spent in our local businesses. This is an opportunity we need to grab with both hands.
Congratulations Stanthorpe. Absolutely deserved. 🍎🍷🏆
Australia’s Top Tourism Town 2026.
Southern Downs and Granite Belt Queensland Country Queensland Tourism Industry Council - QTIC Queensland Tourism Development