East Pilbara’s Newman and Marble Bar nominated for 7NEWS Top Tourism Town awards

Two towns in the East Pilbara have been named finalists in the 2024 7NEWS Top Town Tourism Awards, with residents encouraged to vote for their favourite destination. Nineteen towns from across Western Australia have been shortlisted across three categories, including WA’s hottest town Marble Bar in the Tiny Tourism Town category and Newman in the Top Tourism Town category. The awards recognise towns that demonstrate excellence in tourism experiences, sustainability, community engagement and innovation. Tourism Council WA chief executive Evan Hall encouraged the public to get behind their favourite destination. “The 7NEWS Top Tourism Town Awards gives us all the opportunity to reward towns for the way they care for their visitors, so it’s a great way to say thank you to the places we love to visit,” Mr Hall said. “It could be a town you’ve recently discovered, but where you felt incredibly welcomed in your time there — or it could be the place you visit every year because you always have a fantastic experience. This is your chance to have your say.” The public can vote online for their favourite town and go in the draw to win a $5000 holiday in Western Australia or a two-night stay at RAC Karri Valley Resort.