The Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary has won Silver in the ‘Tourism Attraction’ category of the NSW Tourism Awards overnight.
Port Stephens Council Director of Community Futures, Steve Peart, attended the Awards Ceremony, where he accepted the award on behalf of the Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary and Council.
“It’s an honour to accept this award on behalf of our beloved Port Stephens Koalas,” Mr Peart said.
“This prestigious award recognises the relentless dedication of our passionate Koala Sanctuary staff to conservation and preservation efforts.”
The Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary is a partnership between Council, the NSW Government, and local volunteer care group Port Stephens Koala Hospital. The Sanctuary’s focus is on conservation and protecting the threatened species so that future generations can enjoy witnessing koalas in the wild.
Now in its 34th year, the NSW Tourism Awards celebrate businesses and operators that deliver exceptional visitor experiences across NSW while also highlighting the strength, pride, and passion that drive the state’s vibrant tourism industry.
For more information about the Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary visit: portstephenskoalasanctuary.com.au. It is open daily from 9am to 5pm except Christmas Day.
