Published on 21 October 2024
The Ned Kelly Discovery Hub has been awarded Bronze in the Best New Tourism Business category at the 2024 Victorian Tourism Awards.
The award recognises the Hub’s strong contribution to tourism through its engaging visitor experience and exploration of Glenrowan’s history and one of Australia’s most well-known historical figures.
This recognition follows a series of industry acknowledgements for the Hub and the Rural City of Wangaratta, reflecting achievements across design, construction, and cultural storytelling:
2024 Parks and Leisure Australia – State & National Awards Best Regional / Rural Industry Contribution – Rural City of Wangaratta
2024 Lysaght Inspirations Design Awards State and National Overall Winner – Content Studio (Architectural Design)
2022 ASI Steel Excellence Awards for Buildings Small Projects State Winner – Webb Consulting
2024 Master Builders Victoria – Northern Regional Building Awards Excellence in Construction of Commercial Building ($3m–$6m) – Midson Construction
2024 Australian Institute of Building Awards Professional Excellence in Construction ($2m–$25m) – Midson Construction
2024 Victorian Premier’s Design Awards Architectural Design Finalist – Content Studio (announcement 19 November)
2024 Australian Graphic Design Association Awards Spatial Design Finalist – Pidgeon Ward (announcement 14 November)
2024 Victorian Tourism Awards Best Regional / Rural Industry Finalist – Rural City of Wangaratta (announcement 21 November)
2024 Victorian Museums and Galleries Awards Large Project of the Year Finalist – Convergent Designs
Mayor Dean Rees said the award reflects the combined efforts of many teams and individuals:
“The Ned Kelly Discovery Hub brings together local stories, design, and innovation. This recognition highlights the care and collaboration that went into making the project what it is today.”
Located in Glenrowan, the Hub offers a fresh perspective on the Ned Kelly story and the region’s history, brought to life through architecture, technology, and interpretation.