The township of Thallon has been recognised for its charm and character as a sought-after tourist destination becoming a two-time 2023 Grey Nomad Awards finalist.
Thallon has been shortlisted in the Best Grey Nomad Friendly Town category for its friendly and welcoming spirit and celebrated campgrounds at the base of the iconic muralled grain silos, and in the Best Festival or Event category for its recent and highly successful Pub Choir event.
These two nominations come off the back of our Mungindi Sculpture Trail winning the Best Grey Nomad Trail category in the 2022 Awards.
Balonne Shire Mayor Samantha O’Toole welcomed the recognition of Thallon as a must visit tourist destination for travellers.
“We’ve always known that our picturesque towns, rivers, landscapes and friendly charm provide a unique experience for tourists, but to have yet another recognition of this is outstanding news,” said Mayor O’Toole.
“We are so proud of what our region has to offer, and these Award nominations are just another reason for travellers to come and visit our beautiful part of the world.
“As a Council we recently finalised a $220,000 upgrade of the McGeever Recreational Campgrounds at the base of the iconic muralled grain silos in Thallon to improve the camping experience for our travelling visitors.
“The new, modern amenities and facilities in Thallon really do add to the region’s unique natural beauty, vibrant communities, and rich history.
“We are waiting with a quiet confidence for the award ceremony to hear the outcome of these two nominations.”
The winners will be announced at a gala dinner celebration on Friday 8 March as part of the Art of Attraction Tourism Summit on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast.
First run in 2019, the Grey Nomad Awards shine a light on regional and remote Australia by rewarding organisations and destinations, which cater to mature age visitors in an exemplary way.
