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THE 2025 NSW Top Tourism Town Awards have named Kingscliff a finalist in the annual accolade, and public voting is now open.<\/p>\n

The town was recently recognised as one of Wotif’s Top 10 Australian Towns to visit in 2025, and its profile as a popular beach holiday destination continues to grow.<\/p>\n

General Manager of Tweed Tourism Company, Sally Scott, said Kingscliff was a worthy finalist with its laid back coastal vibe, variety of beach and nature adventures, welcoming local community, and diverse food scene.<\/p>\n

“We are thrilled that Kingscliff has been recognised as a finalist\u202fin the NSW Top Tourism Town Awards and encourage everyone, whether you’re a local or love to visit Kingscliff, to share your love of The Tweed and show it with a vote,” Scott said.<\/p>\n

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Family fun at Crockd Studios. Photo: SUPPLIED<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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“With the perfect balance of adventure and relaxation, Kingscliff is a holiday destination with something for everyone, from beach days and nature play to great food, local shops and creative fun, with a strong commitment to sustainable tourism growth in balance with the local community.<\/p>\n

“Our Top Tourism Town submission highlighted all the many reasons why Kingscliff is the ultimate beach spot for families, providing an easy long weekend getaway for visitors from Brisbane and southeast Queensland and an ideal holiday hub with a diversity of experiences all within easy reach,” she said.<\/p>\n

The criteria for the top gong include excellent visitor experiences, a strong commitment\u202fto sustainable tourism, and a focus on local collaborations to maximise the visitor economy.<\/p>\n

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From beach to creek, Kingscliff is a favourite spot for families. Photo: SUPPLIED<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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“We’re proud to be supporting the many Kingscliff businesses that contribute to the visitor experience across the Tweed, and while we already know it’s a top tourism town, we would love to make it official \u2013 jump online now to vote Kingscliff, NSW Top Tourism Town for 2025,” Scott said.<\/p>\n

Winners will be announced on May 27 at the Tweed Shire Council-hosted LGNSW Destination and Visitor Economy Conference.<\/p>\n

Voting closes on Sunday, May 4. To vote, visit nswtourismassoc.kartra.com\/survey\/TopTourismTown<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

THE 2025 NSW Top Tourism Town Awards have named Kingscliff a finalist in the annual accolade, and public voting is now open. The town was recently recognised as one of Wotif’s Top 10 Australian Towns to visit in 2025, and its profile as a popular beach holiday destination continues to grow. General Manager of Tweed […]<\/p>\n

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