Fraser Coast Business & Tourism Awards

The Fraser Coast Business & Tourism Awards celebrate the region’s outstanding businesses, tourism operators, innovators, and emerging leaders. They provide a valuable opportunity to gain recognition among peers and showcase excellence within our vibrant community. 

The awards culminate in a prestigious evening of celebration, recognising finalists and announcing the winners across a range of categories. While not every entrant will take home a trophy, being named a finalist is a significant achievement and a testament to business success.  

Key Dates: 

Submissions Opened: 9am, Monday 29 June 2026

Submissions Closed: 5pm, Friday 4 September 2026

Tickets on Sale: 9am, Tuesday 13 October 2026

Gala Dinner and Awards Ceremony: Friday November 20, 2026 – 6pm – 11:30pm

Gala Dinner & Awards Ceremony 
Friday 20 November 2026 | 6:00pm – 11:30pm 
Brolga Theatre, Maryborough 
Formal Attire 

Join us for the premier business event on the Fraser Coast as we celebrate excellence, innovation, and achievement across our region’s business and tourism sectors. The Gala Dinner & Awards Ceremony brings together finalists, industry leaders, and the wider business community for an evening of recognition, connection, and celebration. 

Your ticket includes: 

Welcome drink on arrival
Three-course dinner with beverages
Live entertainment
Official Awards Presentation Ceremony
Access to professional event photography
Valuable networking opportunities
An unforgettable evening celebrating the Fraser Coast’s best businesses and tourism operators 

Hervey Bay Auto Group is proudly locally operated, employing more than 80 locals

and representing 13 automotive brands giving customers more choice than anywhere

else on the Fraser Coast.

The group is also home to one of Australia’s oldest Ford dealerships, with a proud

history in the region and a strong focus on continuing to grow, invest and create opportunities locally.

Led by Dealer Principal Daniel Foley, Hervey Bay Auto Group is passionate about

great customer experiences, developing local people and supporting the community through schools,

charities, sporting groups, major events and regional partnerships.

Hervey Bay Auto Group is proud to call the Fraser Coast home and even prouder to play a part in its future.