WATCH: Find out which events won awards on Australia Day in Bathurst in 2024.
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00:00 The Destination Event of the Year, it celebrates the outstanding events that have significantly contributed to the growth and development of Bathurst as a tourist destination.
00:15 This award is given to events that have demonstrated a high level of organisation and innovation in their planning and execution.
00:26 The events that are eligible for this award must have a positive impact on local community and our economy.
00:36 The award aims to encourage event organisers to contribute to create exceptional experiences for businesses, promoting the unique attractions of Bathurst and ultimately helping to establish the city as a must visit destination for travellers.
00:59 It is my pleasure to announce that the recipient of the 2023 Destination Event of the Year award is Mount Panorama Punish.
01:20 It is an event that has made a significant and positive impact to the community spirit of Bathurst. The award recognises and celebrates an event that has brought people together and created a sense of community, pride, unity and engagement.
01:38 The winning event is one that has successfully contributed to the social growth of Bathurst and has left a lasting impression on the hearts and minds of its residents.
01:51 The 2023 Community Event of the Year award is awarded to Bathurst Gardeners Club Spring Spectacular Open Garden Weekend. We would like to invite the event organisers to the stage to receive the award.
02:19 The Bathurst New Event of the Year has been specially created to acknowledge and honour an innovative event that was held in 2023. The award aims to recognise and celebrate the unique qualities of a first time event.
02:38 The Bathurst New Event of the Year serves as a tribute to the vision, creativity and excellence of the organisers and participants involved in making this event. Ladies and gentlemen, please join with me to congratulate The Big Lunch as the winner.
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