Two Logan businesses were recognised among the state’s best tourist businesses at the prestigious Queensland Tourism Awards on Friday night.
Beenleigh Artisan Distillery was awarded silver in the Tourism Wineries, Distilleries and Breweries section and boutique teahouse Devon Pixies at the Kingston Butter Factory precinct won bronze in the Tourism Restaurants and Catering Services category.
More than 900 people filled the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre for the black-tie awards gala.
Queensland Tourism Industry Council chief execcutive officer Natassia Wheeler said the awards recognised excellence across the visitor economy that was worth about $45.5 billion a year to Queensland.
“These businesses have earned their place among the best in the country. They have looked hard at every part of their operation, invested in their people and lifted the experience for every visitor who walks through their door,” Ms Wheeler said.
“That is what builds Queensland’s reputation, one great experience at a time.
Beenleigh Artisan Distillery venue manager Belinda Camen said she was proud to receive the award.
“Beenleigh has an incredible history, and we’re proud to continue sharing a little piece of Queensland’s heritage with visitors from near and far,” Ms Camen said.
A third Logan-based business, Extraction Artisan Coffee at Slacks Creek, was a finalist in the awards.
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