Thursday, October 23, 2025

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Mackay and Whitsunday Life

Queens Beach Tourist Village New Owners Celebrate Silver At Their First Whitsundays Tourism Awards

Queens Beach Tourist Village has once again been recognised among the region’s best, taking home Silver in the Caravan and Holiday Parks category at the 2025 Whitsundays Tourism Awards.

For managers Bob and Mel Fotheringham, the win was especially meaningful as it marked their first full year of managing the park.

“It’s a great achievement considering this is our first year as new management and for the company as owners,” Mel said.

“We know we are doing something right.”

The latest award continues a proud tradition of success for the Bowen-based holiday park, which has now secured silver for four consecutive years in the regional tourism awards. It also follows a string of notable achievements on the national stage. Queens Beach Tourist Village is a three-time Grey Nomads Award winner, earning a place in the Hall of Fame, and was recently listed on the 2025 Gold List of Australia Caravan Holiday Parks.

While some might focus on the colour of the medal, the Fotheringhams say the ongoing recognition is a reflection of the park’s enduring appeal and the dedication of their small but mighty team.

“Our park is set out so perfectly over seven acres, with hedging between each site and that doesn’t happen overnight,” Mel said.

“This has been many years in the making, and credit must go to those whose vision made it possible.”

She said the success was shared by their loyal team, who take immense pride in maintaining the park’s presentation and guest experience.

“We are privileged to have a remarkable team working with us, they are dedicated and proud of the park, they really take care in their presentation each and every day,” Mel said.

“Our front office team are slick and efficient; we don’t have queues of people waiting to check in everything is ready and prepared so that after a long journey a guest has an effortless check in and can get on with the holiday and relax.”

Queens Beach Tourist Village attracts a mix of travellers year-round, from grey nomads who return each season to corporate guests who make the park their home away from home.

Mel and Bob expressed heartfelt thanks to all who support the business.

“We’re grateful to our wonderful guests and grey nomads who call this park home whenever they’re in Bowen, and to our corporate clients who stay with us time and again,” Mel said.

“Last but not least our staff, for their dedication and commitment.”

Reflecting on the results, Mel said they weren’t surprised by the outcome but remain proud of their consistent success.

For the Fotheringhams, this year’s silver win is not just a trophy on the shelf it’s a reminder of their hard work, their team’s pride, and the strong community of visitors who keep returning to Bowen’s beloved Queens Beach Tourist Village.

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