July 29th, 2025Trentham Top Tiny Tourism Town
Trentham is the 2025 Victorian Top Tourism Town in the Tiny Tourism Town category – for its “charm, community spirit, and visitor appeal”.
As the Victorian winner, Trentham will now be considered for a national award.
Hepburn Shire Cr Brian Hood, long-time councillor for the previous Coliban Ward and resident, said winning the small town tourism award was fantastic recognition for the town of Trentham and its wonderful people.
“Trentham really is a hidden gem, perhaps not so hidden any more. Visitors enjoy Trentham’s walking trails and forest, the iconic Trentham Falls and a very warm welcome from locals and traders – from boutiques, eateries and our fabulous pubs to accommodation providers. This award is a great result for a great community. Congratulations to all who make this a fantastic place.”
Mayor Cr Don Henderson said the recognition was a celebration of Trentham’s vibrant community and unique offerings.
“I would like to extend a big thank you to Steve Wroe and the dedicated team at Daylesford Macedon Tourism, whose outstanding work in preparing the award submission, in collaboration with council’s Economic Development team, played a pivotal role in this success.
“The video beautifully captures the essence of our tiny treasure, Trentham. We would also like to thank the amazing local businesses featured in the video, helping to showcase exactly what makes the town so special. And of course, to everyone who voted and supported our campaign. We invite everyone to come and experience Trentham for yourselves.”
Daylesford Macedon Tourism CEO Steve Wroe said: “When you have such great towns in your region it gives you a head start, but thanks to the DMT team for their amazing work on the submission.
“And as always, a huge thank you to the team at Hepburn Shire Council. Their unwavering support and commitment to sustainably growing the visitor economy makes all the difference.”
Warrnambool was named Victorian Top Tourism Town (population 5000+) and Mount Beauty won the Top Small Tourism Town Award (population 1500-5000) and Trentham took home the Top Tiny Tourism Town Award (population <1,500). The silver award for Top Tiny Tourism town went to Halls Gap with the bronze going to to Whitfield.
Inset, back from left, Bradley Thomas & Steve Wroe, front from left, Shire Visitor Experience Officer Libby Rigby & Economic Development & Visitor Economy coordinator Bridgette O’Brien
Words: Donna Kelly
