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Tourism is the life blood of the Cairns region. The Cairns Tourism Association seeks to promote - with the generous support of our sponsors - excellence in service within the Tourism and Hospitality Industry through our monthly and annual awards nights.

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CTA Monthly Functions

On the second Tuesday of every month, the Cairns Tourism Association holds a function to announce the winners of the monthly CTA Excellence in Service Awards.

Once a year an overall winner is chosen from the monthly winners at the prestigious Annual Kamsler Awards.

The next CTA monthly awards function will be hosted by:

Undara at 142 Buchan St Bunglaow
Tuesday 14th Sep

CTA Members and Finalists have free entry, non-members pay just $5 entry for drinks at Happy Hour prices between 6 - 8pm and nibblies provided by the host sponsor during the Presentation. Please RSVP to info@cairnstourism.com.au or call 0402 140 840.

July Award Winners
Winner: Rafeek Bonbecchio - Tropical Horizons Tours
Special Mention: Ben Hornabrook - Kuranda Resort
Special Mention: Sandy Priddey - Coral Towers Holiday Suites

Congratulations to all the finalists.

2008 Kamsler Award Winner - Shane Warmington

From insurance to marketing to landscaping to tourism, Shane finally finds job satisfaction - Full story

2007 Kamsler Award Winner - Rebecca Bond

Rebecca tells us a little about herself - Full story

2006 Kamsler Award Winner - Adrian Baxter

Born and raised in Cairns, Adrian Baxter wants visitors to experience the delights of the region he grew up in - Full story