IT’S A WIN-WIN WITH THE PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARD

Townsville Enterprise is excited to launch the inaugural Travel Associates People’s Choice Award for this year’s 2019 North Queensland Tourism and Events Awards, giving one lucky voter the chance to win a $500 flight voucher.

 

The inaugural People’s Choice Award encourages community involvement in the voting process, recognising a regional tourism experience, service or accommodation provider who exemplify excellence in their field.

 

Townsville Enterprise Director – Tourism & Events Lisa Woolfe said this year’s record number of award nominations are all outstanding products available in North Queensland and showcases the strength and quality of the tourism industry in our region.

 

“With over 60 nominations, across now 10 award categories, we’re excited to introduce the People’s Choice Award and give the public the chance to vote for their favourite North Queensland experience,” said Ms Woolfe.

 

“By introducing this award category we’re acknowledging the importance of the visitor experience, and how it ultimately underpins our tourism industry – so we’re excited to see who the public choose.

 

Ms Woolfe said the North Queensland Tourism and Events Awards was about celebrating the outstanding achievements of our region’s tourism operators, which supports almost 7,000 jobs and contributes more than $1.2 billion to the regional economy.

 

All nominated operators are in the running to claim the inaugural award along with their own $1,000 flight voucher, thanks to presenting partner Travel Associates.

 

Travel Associate’s franchise owner/manager Debbie Rains said she was proud to have the opportunity to support this new category and give back to the local tourism industry more broadly.

 

“Having been in operation for over 30 years ourselves, we’re excited to be able to showcase the hard work of our industry partners, particularly following the difficulties faced earlier this year,” said Ms Rains.

 

“We’ve been long-term supporters of Townsville Enterprise, and we felt it was a good fit to join as a first-time sponsor of this award.”

 

“The North Queensland Tourism and Events Awards are a time to celebrate the achievements of so many, so we encourage everyone to get involved and vote for their favourite.”

 

For your chance to win a $500 Travel Associates flight voucher, vote at the ‘Visit Townsville, Australia’ Facebook page.

It will take you to the page, and you click down on Contest, fill in your email & vote!

Or click on the link below. 🙂

https://www.facebook.com/visittownsvilleaustralia/app/190076381016644/?ref=page_internal

Voting for the 2019 Travel Associate’s People’s Choice Award opens Friday 30 August and closes at 5 pm on Monday 30 September 2019.

The Travel Associate’s People’s Choice category winner will be presented at the North Queensland Tourism and Events Awards on Friday 18 October 2019 at Rydges Southbank Townsville.

Tickets to the 2019 North Queensland Tourism and Events Awards are selling fast – to secure your seat, visit Townsville Enterprise Events.

Townsville getting revved up for five more years of Supercars

Townsville will reap more rewards as part of a new five-year deal for the Supercars event at Reid Park.

Queensland Tourism Minister Kate Jones announced new five-year contracts for the Townsville and Gold Coast Supercars races today.

Townsville Mayor Jenny Hill said she’s very pleased the event is now secured until 2024.

“The Supercars races are an important part of the Townsville calendar, but the promotion of our city will go to new heights as part of this contract,” Cr Hill said.

“Two teams are now linked to Townsville, so they’ll mention the city when they speak to the media.

“More importantly, these teams will share stories about the city on their social media platforms – their Facebook pages are much bigger than ours, so we’ll be reaching a much bigger audience.

“The Watpac Townsville 400 generated approximately 135,000 direct visitor nights this year – I’m confident the added promotion will drive that figure higher.”

Townsville MP Scott Stewart said the five-year extension is in the best interests of city.

“We had almost 130,000 spectators through the gates this year so we’re happy to back the Watpac Townsville 400,” Mr Stewart said.

“The Townsville and Gold Coast contract announcements secure the future of the two biggest events on the Queensland Events calendar.”

Cr Hill said Council will look for new ways to promote the Watpac Townsville 400.

“We’ve discussed potential business events with Supercars and we could look to make the most of our iconic CBD feature, Castle Hill,” Cr Hill said.

“We may look to stage a hill climb event – potentially we could have a time trial featuring Supercars to promote the 2020 Watpac Townville 400.”

The dates for the 2020 Townsville 400 will be June 26, 27 and 28.

How to Tell Your Friend What Their Teen Is Doing Online

Dear Dr Justin,

My husband and I have some family friends. Their daughter is friends with our daughter. I recently heard their daughter telling my daughter about her ‘private’ Instagram account. My daughter has told me that her friend is sharing sexual images, and images with alcohol and cigarettes on that account. Her parents (my friends) would be mortified. Do I tell them?

Residents Encouraged to take Precautions Ahead of King Tides

Townsville is expecting another round of king tides this month and residents in low-lying areas are being encouraged to take precautions.

King tides are expected this week – reaching its highest peak of 3.9m tomorrow evening at around 11.38pm.

Community Health and Environment Committee Chair Cr Ann-Maree Greaney said people should take the usual precautions for the tides.

“Most residents in low-lying areas that experience the effects of king tides each year know what to do, but I’d ask them to provide some advice to neighbours who might be new to the area,” Cr Greaney said.

“The king tides this month are below the 4-metre level but even so residents should take precautions by raising any valuables and moving their cars from areas where saltwater may come up.”

Suburbs such as South Townsville and Railway Estate may be impacted, along with Hanran Street and Ogden Street in the city.

Motorists are asked to observe any warnings and road closures.

Tides will be at their highest at the beginning and end of the month with king tides forecast:

  • 3.9 metres Thursday, August 1 at 9.38pm
  • 3.85 metres Friday, August 2 at 10.22pm
  • 3.93 metres Thursday, August 29 at 10.34pm
  • 3.96 metres Friday, August 30 at 11.14pm
  • 3.84 metres Saturday, August 31 at 11.56pm
As usual, if residents need sandbags to protect their properties from inundation, they can collect them at the State Emergency Service headquarters in Green Street, West End.
Residents can fill bags with sand provided on-site but will need to bring their own shovel.
For more information on king tides, visit our Know Your Risks page.