Burdekin Tourism Volunteers Celebrate A Year Of Success

Burdekin Tourism Volunteers gathered on Saturday, 6 December, for their annual Christmas Party, marking another successful year of promoting the region to visitors.

From January to November this year, volunteers at the Ayr and Home Hill Visitor Information Centres welcomed more than 10,500 visitors, with July being the busiest month—Ayr assisting 994 visitors and Home Hill 731.

The centres are staffed by a dedicated team of 33 volunteers, who work seven days a week providing maps, directions, local business recommendations, regional information, and the popular Driver Reviver service.

Mayor Pierina Dalle Cort acknowledged volunteers who reached significant service milestones: Donna Boccalatte and Heather Todman for 10 years, and Barbara Sullivan for 15 years.

“Our Visitor Information Centres are often the first point of contact for travellers, and the friendly faces of our volunteers make a lasting impression,” Mayor Dalle Cort said. “Their knowledge and passion for the region help visitors experience the very best of what the Burdekin has to offer.”

Burdekin Shire Council expressed its gratitude to all tourism volunteers for their commitment and invaluable contribution to the local tourism industry and community.

Volunteering at the Visitor Information Centres offers a rewarding way to share local knowledge, meet new people, and help visitors enjoy the Burdekin, from greeting guests and answering questions to offering a cup of tea or coffee as part of Driver Reviver.

Residents interested in becoming a volunteer can contact Council’s Tourism team on (07) 4783 9800 or via email at tourism@burdekin.qld.gov.au.

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